Best Knee replacement Doctors in Thailand for Australians

Dr Piya Assawaboonyadej leads the knee replacement team at Intrarat Hospital and has performed over 900 successful treatments.

• Completed a clinical fellowship in Orthopedic Oncology and Reconstruction at the University of Iowa in the USA
• Specialises in complex cases involving both joint reconstruction and musculoskeletal tumours
• Member of the Royal College of Orthopaedic Surgeons of Thailand
• Former lecturer in orthopaedics at Naresuan University Hospital

Dr Theeracha Wuttiphan is an orthopaedic surgeon who specialises in managing joint pain and arthritis as the lead surgeon at the ID Medical Centre.

• Trained in arthroscopic surgery at Thammasat University Hospital – a leading teaching institution
• Highly experienced in biological therapies for severe knee and joint pain
• Previously served as an arthroscopic surgeon at Vimut Vipavadi Hospital
• Completed advanced orthopaedic training at Perpetual Medical University
• Expertise covers both surgical replacement and non-invasive arthritis care

Dr Sinthuvanich has performed over 900 successful treatments at the KDMS Specialized Orthopedic Hospital, focusing on high-precision joint surgery.

• Expert in robotic-assisted knee replacement for improved surgical accuracy
• Specialises in complex revision cases and partial knee replacements
• Highly trained in adult hip and knee reconstruction at Siriraj Hospital
• Associated with the SiELITE Joint Replacement Excellence Center
• Uses minimally invasive techniques to support faster recovery and mobility

Dr. Apisit Rattanasarn is an orthopaedic surgeon who focuses on foot and ankle disorders. He trained at major academic medical centers in Thailand.

He completed residency in Orthopaedic Surgery and a fellowship in Foot and Ankle Surgery at the Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University. He has broad experience in surgical and non-surgical care for degenerative disease, sports injuries, and post‑traumatic conditions.

His practice focuses on accurate diagnosis, joint preservation, pain control, and long-term function. He provides tailored treatment plans. He is a member of the Thailand Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society (THOFAS) and the Royal College of Orthopaedic Surgeons of Thailand (RCOST), and is licensed by the Thai Medical Council (TMC).

Associate Professor Rapeepat Narkbunnam is a specialist in joint reconstruction who completed an elite fellowship at Stanford University Medical Centre in the USA.

• Specialises in robotic-assisted surgery for both total and partial knee replacements
• Performs revision arthroplasty for patients requiring complex secondary corrective surgery
• Completed advanced adult reconstructive surgery training at Mahidol University
• Currently treats patients at KDMS Hospital, a dedicated specialist centre for orthopaedics
• Focuses on minimally invasive techniques to improve post-operative recovery times

Associate Professor Wittawat Mingmongkolchaikul earned First Class Honours from Mahidol University, Thailand's premier medical school, and specialises exclusively in knee and hip reconstruction.

• Completed a dedicated fellowship in adult reconstructive orthopedic surgery focusing on complex joint replacements
• Holding a diploma from the Thai Board of Orthopedic Surgery
• Practises at LUX KOR Hospital with a focus on precision knee replacement
• Highly trained in modern reconstructive techniques for degenerative joint conditions

Mali interdisciplinary hospital is integrating conventional, regenerative and precision medicine. It divides into 11 departments, there are 35 beds in total, including 12 intensive care beds, 23 general beds, 2 emergency and operating rooms, 1 plastic surgical room, 1 Gastro-colonoscopic room. Focus on round-trip treatment with modern medical technology to reduce the cost of hospitalization and the healing time. It also integrating regenerative medicine to repair the body and precision medicine for preventing and treating chronic non-communicable diseases (NCDs) with better results, we provide these services in a greenery atmosphere. Allowing clients to receive the following benefits.

1. Far away from NCDs & It’s complication

2. Good quality of life

3. Youthful lively life

4. Longevity

Dr. Ekkachai Tungkhavivatchakun is an orthopaedic specialist at PMG Hospital in Bangkok, Thailand. He has practiced orthopaedic surgery (bone and joint surgery) since 2004. He has more than 20 years of clinical experience.

Education and credentials: Doctor of Medicine (MD), Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University. Diploma in Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University.

Dr Thongchai Theerajumyaporn trained in clinical stem cell therapy and orthopaedic treatments at SureCell Melbourne. He completed specialized fellowships in hip and knee reconstruction at the UC Davis School of Medicine in California.

• Uses regenerative PRP and stem cell therapy for osteoarthritis management
• Completed orthopaedic training at Siriraj Hospital at Mahidol University
• Expertise includes minimally invasive surgical techniques for joint recovery
• Published research on load distribution in subchondral bone
• Practises at Intrarat Hospital in Bangkok

Dr Pradab Pradasuk is a senior orthopaedic surgeon at Navamin 9 Hospital who focuses on joint restoration and knee replacement.

• Trained at Mahidol University – Thailand's oldest and most prestigious medical school
• Performs both total knee replacement and arthroscopic knee surgery
• Specialises in orthopaedic rehabilitation to help patients regain mobility quickly
• Manages complex cases involving bone fractures and joint reconstruction

The doctor is a highly experienced orthopedist-traumatologist with a focus on advanced surgical techniques for musculoskeletal injuries. They have extensive experience in joint replacement surgeries and minimally invasive procedures, contributing to improved patient recovery times.

Graduated from a prestigious medical school and completed a fellowship in orthopedic trauma. The doctor is board-certified and has published numerous research papers in leading medical journals, highlighting innovations in orthopedic care.