About Samitivej Chonburi Hospital

Samitivej Chonburi Hospital delivers a comprehensive range of medical services for international patients seeking world-class medical care in Thailand. Their dedicated, highly trained doctors provide expert treatment and advanced surgical techniques across areas including ophthalmology, cardiology, oncology, bariatrics and orthopedics–with this prestigious hospital located less than 90 minutes from Bangkok.

Samitivej Chonburi Hospital commenced operations in 2015 as part of the wider Samitivej network,  a leading group of private hospitals throughout Thailand. The Chonburi facility features more than 200 outpatient examination rooms, distributed across two main buildings that house various departments. Additionally, the hospital accommodates more than 180 inpatient beds, ensuring comprehensive care and services.

Samitivej Chonburi Hospital is equipped with the latest medical technology across three primary areas: Diagnostic and Treatment, Surgical, and Patient Care Technologies. The hospital excels particularly in dental care and implantation, and obstetrics and gynecology.

Among the most sought-after services are one-day dental crowns and minimally invasive gynecological surgeries, reflecting the hospital's commitment to advanced and efficient patient care. 

Bariatric and orthopedic procedures, including hip and knee replacements, as well as intricate reconstructions (ACL, PCL, MCL, LCL, PLC, ALL), require longer hospital stays, with the hospital’s expansive medical team on standby to guide patients through their rehabilitation process in the days and weeks following surgery while remaining in Thailand.

Medical Team at Samitivej Hospital, Chonburi

The medical team at Samitivej Hospital in Chonburi is composed of highly experienced and specialized professionals across various medical fields. 

-- Dr. Korapin Rudtanasudjatum, with 20 years of experience, specializes in gynecological oncology and obstetrics and gynecology; she obtained her medical degree from  Chulalongkorn University and further specialized in gynecological oncology at Chiang Mai University.

-- Dr. Umawan Wirapornsawan, who has 17 years of experience, is also an expert in obstetrics and gynecology, having completed her medical education and specialization at Prince of Songkla University.

-- In the field of orthopedic surgery, the team includes Dr. Sirieak Kongsangdao and Dr. Purinon Suangyanon. Dr. Kongsangdao, with 18 years of experience, earned his medical degree from Phramongkutklao College of Medicine. Dr. Suangyanon, with 17 years of experience, specializes in both orthopedic and pediatric orthopedic surgery, with his medical education completed at Chiang Mai University and a specialization in pediatric surgery from Mahidol University. 

-- The internal medicine department is represented by Dr. Virayos Vongbunmee, Dr. Jitlada Iamharit, and Dr. Parin Siriwat. Dr. Vongbunmee, with 13 years of experience, specializes in endocrinology and metabolism, having trained at Srinakharinwirot University and Rajavithi Hospital. 

-- Dr. Iamharit, with 23 years of experience, focuses on gastroenterology and internal medicine, with her education from Mahidol University and Rajavithi Hospital. 

-- Dr. Siriwat, with 16 years of experience, also specializes in gastroenterology, having studied at the Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, and Chulalongkorn University.

Treatments Available at Samitivej Chonburi Hospital

- Cardiology, such as coronary stent

- Ophthalmology, such as cataract surgery 

- Bariatric surgery, such as sleeve gastrectomy

- Gynecology

- Oncology

- Orthopedics, including total or partial hip replacement, knee arthroscopy, knee reconstruction/replacement (eg. ACL)

Meniscus repair

Hospital Location

Samitivej Chonburi Hospital is located along Sukhumvit Road near the shopping and entertainment complex Central Plaza Chonburi and Hotel–approximately 60 km north of Pattaya City and 90 km northeast of Bangkok.

A seaside town nestled between Bangkok and Pattaya, Chonburi city offers a serene coastal escape. It is an ideal destination for those seeking relaxation and natural beauty, away from the bright lights and traffic of some of Thailand’s larger cities. Visitors can unwind at Bang Saen Beach, renowned for its fresh seafood, sourced daily from local fishermen, while the city offers a range of quaint attractions, including scenic parks, temples, and vibrant night markets.

How to Schedule Your Appointment

Book an appointment online directly through Medical Departures–or get in touch with Medical Departure’s Customer Care team to learn more about services and treatments at Samitivej Chonburi Hospital.

We can furnish you with a quote for your treatment in Thailand free of charge–and thanks to our site’s Best Price Guarantee, you'll never pay more than you have to when booking medical treatment abroad.

Show More

Prices and Procedures