Assoc. Prof. Dr. Marut Arunakul
Orthopedics
22+
Years of Experience
About Assoc. Prof. Dr. Marut Arunakul
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Marut Arunakul is a board certified Orthopaedic Surgeon who practices only Foot and Ankle Surgery, and works in Bumrungrad International Hospital, Bangkok Hospital, and Vejthani Hospital, Bangkok, Thailand. He is considered to be one of the top foot and ankle specialists in Thailand with a high level of fellowship training in one of the best orthopaedic centers in the USA.
- Professional Background
- Years of Practice: 20+ years (since 2000)
- Hospital Affiliations: Bumrungrad International Hospital; Bangkok Hospital; Vejthani Hospital, Bangkok.
- Academic Rank: Associate Professor, Thammasat University, Thailand.
- Procedures: Foot & Ankle Arthroscopy and Endoscopy, Minimally Invasive Foot and Ankle Surgery, Deformity Correction (Flat Foot, Hallux Valgus), Joint Replacement, Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery.
- Education: M.D. (Honors), Faculty of medicine, Chulalongkorn University, 2000.
- Board Certification Diplomate, Thai Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (2007)
- Fellowships: Foot & Ankle Surgery and Orthopaedic Biomechanics Research, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, USA (2010–2012)
- Languages: Thai, English
Dr. Arunakul is a highly specialized and evidence-based physician with dual US fellowships in clinical foot and ankle surgery and biomechanics research, which serves as a highly specialized and evidence-based option in international patients seeking foot and ankle surgery in Thailand.
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Awards
- • Best Research Paper Award
- • Outstanding Young Physician Award
deals with Assoc. Prof. Dr. Marut
Knee Replacement Surgery
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
Package starting From
$14,000
Hip Replacement Surgery
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
Package starting From
$22,000
ACL Reconstruction
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
Package starting From
$7,000
Associate Professor / Orthopedic Surgeon
2010 - Present
Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon (Foot and Ankle Center)
Bumrungrad International Hospital
2014 - Present
Clinical Fellow
2013 - 2014
Research Fellow
2012 - 2013
Hospital Affiliations
Bumrungrad International Hospital
Bumrungrad International Hospital is an internationally recognized, 580-bed multi-specialty hospital located in the center of Bangkok, considered one of the top medical destinations in Southeast Asia. --- ## Accreditation In 2002, Bumrungrad became the first hospital in Asia to be accredited by Joint Commission International (JCI), which they have continued to maintain through seven cycles of accreditation. --- ## Medical Staff - Over 1,200 doctors employed - More than 210 internationally certified by boards from the US, UK, Australia, and Japan - Over 200 staff members providing interpretation services in 30+ languages --- ## Technological Resources Technology | Description IBM Watson for Oncology | AI-assisted cancer treatment MAKOplasty Robotic Arm | Robotic surgical procedures TrueBeam STx | Radiation therapy PET-CT Scanning | Advanced diagnostic imaging Hybrid Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory | 24-hour cardiac care --- ## International Services - 23 Global Referral Offices around the world - Direct billing to 100+ insurance companies - VIP Airport Transfer Service available --- ## Rankings & Recognition > Newsweek ranked Bumrungrad the #1 hospital in Thailand for the fifth consecutive year and #100 in the world in 2025. --- ## Cost & Quality At a significantly lower price point than major Western medical centers, Bumrungrad achieves results comparable to those of leading Western institutions.
Packages Starting From $4,000
Learn Moredeals with Assoc. Prof. Dr. Marut
Knee Replacement Surgery
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
Package starting From
$14,000
Hip Replacement Surgery
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
Package starting From
$22,000
ACL Reconstruction
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
Package starting From
$7,000
Arthroscopy
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
Package starting From
$4,000
Shoulder Surgery
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
Package starting From
$7,000
Spinal Fusion
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
Package starting From
$14,000
Hip Resurfacing Surgery
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
Package starting From
$15,000
Joint Resurfacing
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
Package starting From
$13,000
Laminectomy
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
Package starting From
$11,000
Bone and Tissue Grafting
All inclusive (hospital + hotel)
Package starting From
$4,500
Performed by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Marut Arunakul
Orthopedics
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Sports Medicine
Sports medicine treatment abroad offers expert care for athletic injuries, musculoskeletal conditions, and performance optimization. Specialist treatment covers [ACL and ligament injuries](https://curemeabroad.com/blogs/acl-surgery-recovery-time-from-surgery-to-full-recovery), tendinopathy, cartilage damage, stress fractures, and return-to-sport rehabilitation by sports medicine physicians, orthopedic surgeons, and physiotherapists. Timely sports medicine care is difficult to access in many countries due to long waiting lists. Arthroscopic sports surgery that costs $15,000 to $30,000 at home may be available for $3,000 to $8,000 abroad at equally accredited centers with fellowship-trained sports medicine surgeons and sport-specific [rehabilitation](https://curemeabroad.com/treatments/rehabilitation) programs. Leading international sports medicine centers offer rapid specialist access, same-week arthroscopy or injection appointments, and sport-specific rehabilitation programs. Patients — from professional athletes to active individuals — consistently report receiving more comprehensive, individually tailored sports care than they experienced at home. The sports physician's subspecialty training and the rehabilitation team's sport-specific expertise are the most important factors. Confirm your surgeon has fellowship training in sports medicine or arthroscopy. Adherence to phased rehabilitation protocols, return-to-sport testing milestones, and injury prevention programs directly determines re-injury risk and athletic performance recovery.
Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation treatment abroad offers intensive neurological, orthopedic, cardiac, and post-surgical recovery programs at internationally accredited rehabilitation centers staffed by physiatrists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech-language therapists, and neuropsychologists. High-intensity [therapy](https://curemeabroad.com/blogs/how-much-does-targeted-therapy-cost-2026) programs using robotic and virtual reality technology accelerate functional recovery. Inpatient rehabilitation in many countries is expensive, short, and not sufficiently intensive. A comprehensive inpatient rehabilitation program that costs $30,000 to $80,000 at home may be available for $5,000 to $20,000 abroad at equally accredited centers with equivalent or greater daily therapy intensity. Leading international rehabilitation centers offer 3 to 5 hours of daily therapy, advanced [robotic](https://curemeabroad.com/treatments/robotic-surgery) rehabilitation technology (Lokomat, Armeo, Ekso), and multidisciplinary team management. Patients consistently report receiving more intensive, individualized therapy than they found at home. The program's daily therapy intensity and the multidisciplinary team's experience are the most critical factors. Confirm daily therapy hours and the range of allied health professionals included. Family education, home exercise programs, and continuation of therapy after returning home are essential to sustain gains made during intensive inpatient rehabilitation.
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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Marut Arunakul
Marut Arunakul has been practicing medicine since 2000, giving them over 25 years of clinical experience. They currently serve as Consultant – Foot & Ankle Surgery and have built a focused career in associate professor & foot/ankle specialist.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Marut Arunakul
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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Marut Arunakul
Joint replacement surgery with Marut Arunakul typically costs 50-70% less than comparable procedures in the US or UK. Final pricing depends on implant type, unilateral vs bilateral surgery, and hospital stay duration. CureMeAbroad can request a detailed estimate after reviewing your X-rays or MRI reports.
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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Marut Arunakul
Marut Arunakul has been practicing medicine since 2000, giving them over 25 years of clinical experience. They currently serve as Consultant – Foot & Ankle Surgery and have built a focused career in associate professor & foot/ankle specialist.
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