Best Stroke Complications Doctors in Thailand for Australians

Doctor Pongwat Polpong serves as Chief Physician at EDNA Wellness, where he leads the development of clinical protocols for neurology and musculoskeletal recovery.

• Trained at the International Neuroscience Institute in Hannover, Germany
• Specialises in cerebrovascular conditions – manages blood flow issues in the brain following a stroke
• Uses minimally invasive surgical techniques to reduce recovery time and surgical risks
• Published research on complex neurological diseases and spinal pathology
• Directs physician-supervised programs at EDNA Wellness for structured recovery

Dr Kantaphong Thongrong is the Head of Rehabilitation at King Mongkut Chaokhunthahan Hospital and a leading innovator in robotic stroke recovery. He specialised in using wearable exoskeletons to help patients regain mobility after a stroke.

• Principal Investigator for clinical trials on wearable exoskeleton robotic gait training for stroke patients
• Uses advanced robotic and VR technologies to improve neurorehabilitation outcomes and movement
• Trained in botulinum toxin injections to treat post-stroke complications like hemifacial spasm
• Presented medical research at the 17th Ottawa Conference in Perth, Australia

Dr. Chutichate Pawaropart is an ophthalmologist with 22 years of experience. He has a subspecialty in neuro-ophthalmology. He practices at Navamin9 Hospital in Bangkok. He speaks English, Thai, and French.

Accreditations and training: MD, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University. Certificate in Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University. Subspecialty training in Neuro-Ophthalmology, Sorbonne University, Paris, France.

Clinical focus and services: cataract surgery (phacoemulsification with IOL, ECCE, ICCE) and cataract diagnostics. He also provides neuro-ophthalmic exams; corneal and conjunctival trauma repair; pterygium excision with autograft or amniotic membrane transplant; lid and anterior segment trauma repair; iris surgery; anterior vitrectomy; scleral wall resection; presbyopia care; refractometry; and treatment for macular dystrophy and amblyopia.

Dr Thanit Tundamrongpong is a board-certified rehabilitation specialist at PYONG Rehabilitation Group, focusing on neuro-rehabilitation and functional recovery for stroke patients.

• Specialises in robotic and wearable exoskeleton gait training for improved mobility
• Expert in spasticity management using ultrasound-guided toxin injections to reduce muscle stiffness
• Uses advanced laser therapy and radio-frequency techniques for chronic pain management
• Trained at Chulalongkorn University in complex neuro-rehabilitation recovery strategies
• Attended the Asia Oceania Congress of Neurorehabilitation for evidence-based recovery protocols

Dr. Ornicha Thititagul (Dr. Faangkaow) is a geriatrician and lecturer in the Geriatric Medicine Division at Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University. She practices at Siriraj Samut Sakhon Geriatric Healthcare Center and Siriraj Piyamaharajkarun Hospital.

Accreditations include: M.D. (Second Class Honors, 2017); Diplomate, Thai Board of Internal Medicine (2021); WHO‑SEARO ICOPE Master Trainer (2021). Additional credentials: Diplomate in Geriatric Medicine (2023); Diplomate, International Board of Lifestyle Medicine (2024).

Research highlights include: a randomized controlled trial on oral nutritional supplements in older adults (Geriatrics, 2024); PG‑SGA versus MNA in hepatocellular carcinoma (Support Care Cancer 33, 116, 2025); and Thailand’s first abacavir hypersensitivity case report (J Med Assoc Thai, 2021). She was on the host team and served as a moderator at the 10th Asian Conference of Frailty and Sarcopenia in 2024.

Dr Rawipa Khunnarong specialise in neurorehabilitation for stroke recovery at the PYONG Rehabilitation Group. She leads multidisciplinary teams to help patients regain movement and independence after neurological events.

• Manages dysphagia – swallowing difficulties following a stroke – with specialised assessment techniques
• Uses interventional rehabilitation to restore function in patients with complex neurological disorders
• Certified in dry needling to manage post-stroke muscle pain and tightness
• Collaborates with clinical teams at Police General Hospital in Bangkok
• Member of the Asian-Oceanian Congress of Neurorehabilitation

Dr Sirinda Kittiprachakul is a first-class honours physician specialising in neurorehabilitation at the prestigious King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital.

• Provides expert care for complex stroke recovery and spinal cord injuries
• Specialises in electrodiagnostic studies to assess nerve and muscle function
• Trained in western dry needling to manage chronic myofascial pain
• Completed international rehabilitation training at the Korean National Rehabilitation Center
• Uses focused shockwave technology for non-invasive pain management and recovery

Dr Somjet Tosamran is a neurologist at the PYONG Rehabilitation Group who achieved first-class honours during his medical training at Thailand's prestigious Chulalongkorn University.

• Completed intensive residency training at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital
• Specialises in managing complex neurological recovery following a stroke
• Holds a Master of Science in Internal Medicine from Chulalongkorn University
• Currently undertaking fellowship training in the epilepsy subspecialty
• Focuses on restoring neurological function and improving patient quality of life

Dr Tara Rak-areekul is a top-ranked neurologist at PYONG Rehabilitation Group who specialises in the cognitive and physical recovery of stroke patients.

• Ranked first in Thailand's national neurological examination for residents and fellows
• Certified in the NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) for accurate assessment of stroke severity
• Completing a fellowship in cognitive neurology at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital
• Winner of multiple neurology tournaments, showing deep expertise in complex brain disorders
• Trained in acute stroke treatment protocols by the Thai Stroke Society