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Dr. Sanit Pongkapanakai

Dr. Sanit Pongkapanakai

Cosmetic/Plastic Surgery

37+

Years of Experience

7+

Reviews

5.0

Ratings

About Dr. Sanit Pongkapanakai


Dr. Sanit Pongkapanakai is a highly esteemed cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgeon with more than 36 years of experience in plastic and reconstructive surgery at Yanhee International Hospital in Bangkok, Thailand. He is a Fellow of the Reconstructive and Cosmetic Surgery of Thailand and speaks Thai, English and Mandarin which makes him readily available to a wide range of patients from around the world.

  • Professional Background

    • Years Practicing: 36 + years (Yanhee International Hospital since 1998)
    • Hospital Affiliation: Yanhee International Hospital, Bangkok - a JCI Gold Seal Accredited Hospital.
    • Formerly affiliated to Police General Hospital, Thailand
    • Practices: Specialty in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery / Cosmetic Surgery
    • Procedures Performed — Facial Surgery: forehead lifts, mid-facelifts, neck lifts, eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty), genioplasty, alarplasty, otoplasty and rhinoplasty; Breast Surgery: breast augmentation, breast reduction, breast lift (mastopexy), breast correction and nipple and areola reduction
    • Fellowship: Fellow, Reconstructive and Cosmetic Surgery of Thailand
    • Education: Doctor of Medicine, Virgin Milagrosa University, Philippines (1988); General Surgery, Police General Hospital, Thailand (1993); Plastic Surgery, Ramathibodi Hospital, Thailand (1995)
    • International Training: Advanced Liposuction, France (2000)
    • Languages used: Thai, English, Mandarin
  • Innovations and Contributions

    • Advanced international training in liposuction techniques in France, which equated him with the best body contouring skills in the world and added to his practice at Yanhee International Hospital
    • Dr. Sanit works in JCI Gold Seal accredited Yanhee International Hospital, one of the highest international standards for hospital quality and patient safety and has the privilege of an elite clinical environment.
    • Internationally recognised for their clear communication before surgery, detailed clinical assessment and their care after surgery (patient reviews can be found from patients in England, Russia and beyond)

Over 30 years in the practice of plastic surgery at one of Thailand's most internationally recognized cosmetic surgery hospitals, Dr. Sanit Pongkapanakai's multilingual communication skills and extensive plastic surgery repertoire make him a trusted, sought-after specialist for those seeking cosmetic and reconstructive surgery in Bangkok.

Good to know

Speciality

Cosmetic/Plastic Surgery

Language Spoken

EnglishThaiMandarin

Senior Plastic Surgeon

Yanhee International Hospital

1998 - Present

Plastic Surgery Residency

Ramathibodi Hospital

1993 - 1995

Hospital Affiliations

Yanhee International Hospital

Yanhee International Hospital

The Yanhee International Hospital has been one of the most established multi-specialty private hospitals in Thailand and recognized for many years for both its cosmetic surgery programs and bariatric programs, that have attracted patients from around the world for over three decades --- ## Ratings & Certification - The **hospital was ranked #12 in Thailand** by Newsweek, 2025 and had a rating of **75.21** - JCI **Accredited** - ISO **Certified since 2000** - Thai Hospital Accreditation (**HA**) --- ## Patient Satisfaction > An estimated **75% of Yanhee’s International Patients** are either repeat customers at the hospital or were referred to Yanhee due to the **positive personal recommendations** of their previous patients; an indication of excellent quality in terms of surgical results and overall patient satisfaction. --- ## Cosmetic Surgery The full range of cosmetic surgery options are available at the **Yanhee International Hospital’s Department of Plastic Surgery**, which are all performed by internationally trained plastic surgeons: | Type of Surgical Procedure | Type of Surgery | | --- | --- | | **Rhinoplasty** | Facial Surgery | | **Face Lifts** | Facial Surgery | | **Breast Enhancement & Breast Reduction** | Body Surgery | | **Abdominoplasties / Liposuction** | Body Contouring | | **Abdominal Contouring / Abdominal Lift** | Body Contouring | | **Body Sculpting / Liposuction** | Body Sculpting | --- ## Bariatric Program Supporting **long-term, sustainable weight reduction** is the primary goal of the Yanhee International Hospital’s Bariatric Program. A number of different types of bariatric surgeries are supported by the program including: - **Gastric Sleeve** - **Gastric Bypass** - **Gastric Banding** All bariatric surgery procedures offered at Yanhee include: - Comprehensive preoperative assessment - Nutrition Counseling - Long term follow up protocols

Packages Starting From $800

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deals with Dr. Sanit

Mommy Makeover

Mommy Makeover

All inclusive (hospital + hotel)

Package starting From

$8,000

Liposuction

Liposuction

All inclusive (hospital + hotel)

Package starting From

$2,300

Breast Augmentation

Breast Augmentation

All inclusive (hospital + hotel)

Package starting From

$3,315

Rhinoplasty (Nose Job)

Rhinoplasty (Nose Job)

All inclusive (hospital + hotel)

Package starting From

$2,285

Eyelid Surgery

Eyelid Surgery

All inclusive (hospital + hotel)

Package starting From

$800

Facelift Surgery (Rhytidectomy)

Facelift Surgery (Rhytidectomy)

All inclusive (hospital + hotel)

Package starting From

$4,200

BBL (Brazilian Butt Lift)

BBL (Brazilian Butt Lift)

All inclusive (hospital + hotel)

Package starting From

$3,500

Breast Lift (Mastopexy)

Breast Lift (Mastopexy)

All inclusive (hospital + hotel)

Package starting From

$2,375

Body Contouring

Body Contouring

All inclusive (hospital + hotel)

Package starting From

$2,500

Chin Surgery (Mentoplasty)

Chin Surgery (Mentoplasty)

All inclusive (hospital + hotel)

Package starting From

$1,300

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Performed by Dr. Sanit Pongkapanakai

Cosmetic/Plastic Surgery

Cosmetic/Plastic Surgery

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Dr. Sanit Pongkapanakai

Dr. Sanit Pongkapanakai

Sanit Pongkapanakai has been practicing medicine since 1989, giving them over 36 years of clinical experience. They currently serve as Senior Plastic Surgeon and have built a focused career in senior consultant / plastic surgeon.

Dr. Sanit Pongkapanakai

Dr. Sanit Pongkapanakai

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