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Prof. Dr. Vatanachai Rojvanit

Prof. Dr. Vatanachai Rojvanit

Orthopedics

53+

Years of Experience

About Prof. Dr. Vatanachai Rojvanit


Clin. Prof. Emeritus Dr. Vatanachai Rojvanit is a highly distinguished Orthopaedic Surgeon who has been practicing for more than 47 years at various hospitals including Bangkok Hospital, Bumrungrad International Hospital, Praram 9 Hospital and Siriraj Piyamaharajkarun Hospital in Bangkok, Thailand. His specialties include shoulder surgery, arthroscopy, joint replacement surgery and minimally invasive orthopaedic surgery.

  • Professional Background

    • Years of Practice: 47+ years (since 1979)
    • Hospital Affiliations: Bangkok Hospital, Bumrungrad International Hospital, Praram 9 Hospital, Siriraj Piyamaharajkarun Hospital
    • Procedures Performed: Shoulder Arthroscopy & Arthroplasty, Joint Replacement, Minimally Invasive Orthopaedic Surgery, Bone Healing Stimulation.
    • Education: M.D. Nagoya University School of Medicine, Japan, in 1973; Surgical Residency at University of Hawaii, Queen Medical Center, USA in 1977; Orthopaedics Residency at Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University in 1979; D.M.Sc. in University of Tokyo, Division of Orthopaedics, Japan in 1984.
    • Board Certified: Orthopaedic Surgery (Thailand Board of Orthopaedic Surgery) (1979); Family Medicine (Thailand Board of Family Medicine) (2002)
    • Languages: Thai and English, Japanese, Mandarin, Teo Chew
  • Innovations and Contributions

    • Developed a Direct Current Electrical Stimulation Device for Acceleration of Bone Healing, awarded by National Research Council of Thailand (1981)

Dr. Rojvanit's multilingual profile and training in both Japan, the USA and Thailand makes him a uniquely accessible orthopaedic authority for international patients in Bangkok.

Good to know

Speciality

OrthopedicsSports MedicineRehabilitation

Language Spoken

EnglishJapaneseThaiMandarin

Awards

  • FACS
  • Clinical Professor Emeritus

Clinical Emeritus Professor

1994 - Present

Sports Medicine and Joint Center

Bumrungrad International Hospital

Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon

Bangkok Hospital

Clinical Professor Emeritus

1994 - 2010

Hospital Affiliations

Bumrungrad International Hospital

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.

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Bangkok Hospital

Bangkok Hospital

Bangkok Hospital is a flagship hospital of Bangkok Dusit Medical Services (BDMS) which has a total of 53 hospitals across Thailand and is consistently rated as one of the top five hospitals in Thailand based on rankings from Newsweek. --- ## Accreditation & Recognition - Internationally recognized through JCI accreditation - Ranked #1 in Thailand for three consecutive years (2023 – 2025) - Member of BDMS which is the largest private hospital group in Thailand --- ## Centers of Excellence Multiple centers of excellence are operated at the head office of Bangkok Hospital including the Wattanosoth Cancer Center: | Technology / Service | Description | | --- | --- | | CyberKnife Radiosurgery | Radiation therapy that does not require surgery to treat tumors using non-invasive precise methods. | | da Vinci Robotic Surgery | Procedures can be done through small incisions using minimally invasive robotic-assisted systems. | | PET-MRI Imaging | Provides both functional and anatomical information about cancers through advanced hybrid diagnostic imaging techniques. | | 3D Mammography | Provides high precision for screening for breast cancer. | | Nuclear Medicine Services | Uses radioactive materials to diagnose and treat diseases. | | Robotic-Assisted Surgical Systems | Is used to assist surgeons in a variety of specialties | --- ## Oncology Program Peer review reported success rates of around 90% across many different forms of cancer; The oncology staff are also internationally trained and have received recognition across Asia and worldwide for their work in the field of oncology. --- ## Specialty Department Many specialty departments exist within Bangkok Hospital that utilize state-of-the-art technologies. These include: - Neurosurgery - Cardiac Care - Fertility - Orthopedics --- ## International Patient Services With over one million patients treated every year, Bangkok Hospital is one of the best medical tourism destinations in Southeast Asia. - Support services for international patients available in multiple languages. - Pricing is transparent for patients traveling from outside Thailand. - Assistance with travel arrangements, accommodations, and insurance is coordinated.

Packages Starting From $3,500

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deals with Prof. Dr. Vatanachai

Knee Replacement Surgery

Knee Replacement Surgery

All inclusive (hospital + hotel)

Package starting From

$12,000

Hip Replacement Surgery

Hip Replacement Surgery

All inclusive (hospital + hotel)

Package starting From

$16,000

ACL Reconstruction

ACL Reconstruction

All inclusive (hospital + hotel)

Package starting From

$6,000

Arthroscopy

Arthroscopy

All inclusive (hospital + hotel)

Package starting From

$3,500

Shoulder Surgery

Shoulder Surgery

All inclusive (hospital + hotel)

Package starting From

$6,000

Spinal Fusion

Spinal Fusion

All inclusive (hospital + hotel)

Package starting From

$12,000

Hip Resurfacing Surgery

Hip Resurfacing Surgery

All inclusive (hospital + hotel)

Package starting From

$13,000

Joint Resurfacing

Joint Resurfacing

All inclusive (hospital + hotel)

Package starting From

$11,500

Laminectomy

Laminectomy

All inclusive (hospital + hotel)

Package starting From

$9,500

Bone and Tissue Grafting

Bone and Tissue Grafting

All inclusive (hospital + hotel)

Package starting From

$4,000

All Procedures

Performed by Prof. Dr. Vatanachai Rojvanit

Orthopedics

Orthopedics

Orthopedic surgery abroad covers [knee replacement](https://curemeabroad.com/treatments/orthopedics/knee-surgery), [hip replacement](https://curemeabroad.com/treatments/orthopedics/hip-arthroscopy), [ACL reconstruction](https://curemeabroad.com/treatments/orthopedics/acl-reconstruction), arthroscopy, [shoulder surgery](https://curemeabroad.com/treatments/orthopedics/shoulder-surgery), and spinal orthopedics performed by experienced orthopedic surgeons. Procedures range from minimally invasive arthroscopy to complex total joint reconstruction using computer-navigated and robotic-assisted techniques. The cost factor is the leading reason patients seek orthopedic surgery abroad. A total knee replacement that costs $35,000 to $55,000 at home may be available for $6,000 to $12,000 abroad at equally accredited hospitals with board-certified orthopedic surgeons using premium international implants. Leading international orthopedic hospitals offer shorter waiting times, high-volume surgical experience, and structured physiotherapy programs. Patients consistently report receiving more attentive surgical planning and rehabilitation care than they experienced at home. The surgeon's implant experience and the hospital's rehabilitation infrastructure are the most critical factors to ensure legitimacy. Confirm the implant brand and warranty, and verify the surgeon's annual procedure volume. Also never forget to ensure commitment of the facility to postoperative physiotherapy, activity restrictions, and follow-up imaging directly determines functional recovery.

Sports Medicine

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

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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Prof. Dr. Vatanachai Rojvanit

Prof. Dr. Vatanachai Rojvanit

Vatanachai Rojvanit has been practicing medicine since 1973, giving them over 52 years of clinical experience. They currently serve as Clinical Emeritus Professor and have built a focused career in clinical emeritus professor & senior surgeon.

Prof. Dr. Vatanachai Rojvanit

Prof. Dr. Vatanachai Rojvanit

You can request a consultation with Vatanachai Rojvanit through CureMeAbroad by submitting your details. Video consultations are available for international patients before travel through CureMeAbroad.

Prof. Dr. Vatanachai Rojvanit

Prof. Dr. Vatanachai Rojvanit

Joint replacement surgery with Vatanachai Rojvanit 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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