Best Laser Eye Surgery Doctors in Thailand for Australians

Dr Pichit Naripthaphan is a leading refractive specialist who previously served as the Chief of the LASIK Center at Rajvithi Hospital.

• Performed over 900 successful eye treatments to date
• Held the position of President of the Cataract and Refractive Surgery Club of Thailand
• Completed advanced refractive surgery training in Atlanta, Georgia
• Fellowship trained in retina and vitreous research at USC Medical School in Los Angeles
• Expertise includes complex anterior segment surgery and C-LASIK techniques

Dr Anun Vongthongsri was the first Thai surgeon certified in refractive surgery and has performed thousands of LASIK and surface laser procedures.

• Completed a clinical fellowship at Washington University Eye Center in the United States
• Conducted clinical research on PRK and LASIK using excimer laser technology
• Medical Director and co-founder of Laser Vision International LASIK Centre
• Former Director of Cornea and Refractive Surgery at Ramathibodi Hospital
• Trains other ophthalmologists as a director of specialist fellowship programmes

Ponpawee Jindarak, M.D.

Ophthalmologist

Graduated (M.D. From)

Doctor of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University

An eye care specialist. Unlike optometrists and opticians, I am a doctors of medicine (MD) or doctors of osteopathy (DO). I have specialized training and experience in diagnosing and treating eye and vision conditions.

Certificates

Certificate of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University

International Clinical Fellowship in Glaucoma at Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary, Department of Ophthalmology, University of Illinois, Chicago, USA

Current Positions

Ophthalmologist at Intrarat Hospital

Dr Vivat Komolsuradej is a leading Thai specialist in refractive error correction who previously headed the Cornea and Refractive Surgery Unit at Wat Rai Khing Hospital.

• Served as the Medical Director of the Ophthalmology Centre at Rangsit University
• Former head of the Ophthalmology Specialty Medical Centre for the Thai Ministry of Public Health
• Specialises in laser-based vision correction and corneal surgery techniques
• Completed advanced residency training at Srinagarind Hospital medical faculty
• Experienced medical lecturer who has trained other ophthalmologists in refractive surgical methods

Dr Chonthicha Charumalai is a dedicated refractive surgery specialist at the TRSC International Eye and Vision Center, focusing on advanced vision correction.

• Completed a clinical fellowship specifically in cornea and refractive surgery
• Trained at Chulalongkorn University, one of Thailand's most prestigious medical schools
• Focuses on correcting external eye diseases and vision impairments
• Member of the specialist team at a leading international LASIK centre
• Brings deep expertise in corneal health and refractive surgical techniques

Dr Theppachai Thammikasakul is a specialist ophthalmologist at Intrarat Hospital with advanced fellowship training in corneal and refractive surgery from Khon Kaen University.

• Holds a sub-board fellowship specifically in laser and refractive procedures
• Focuses on correcting vision using both corneal and refractive surgical techniques
• Completed his medical training at the prestigious Phramongkutklao College of Medicine
• Certified by the ophthalmology board at Phramongkutklao Hospital
• Regularly performs procedures involving corneal health and vision restoration

Dr Tasanee Sirikul graduated with honours from Mahidol University and specialises exclusively in corneal and refractive surgery at Laser Vision International LASIK Centre.

• Completed advanced residency training in Ophthalmology at Ramathibodi Hospital
• Serves as a Visiting Lecturer in Cornea and Refractive Surgery at Mahidol University
• Earned a tertiary certification specialising in corneal health and vision correction
• Holds a Doctor of Medicine with Second-Class Honours

Professor Ekktet Chansue was the first ophthalmologist from South East Asia invited to join Project ORBIS International. He serves as the Medical Director at TRSC International Eye and Vision Center.

• Completed a Clinical Fellowship in Cornea and External Disease at Washington University, USA
• Former Head of Cornea and Refractive Surgery at Ramathibodi Hospital
• Specialises in refractive surgery including advanced laser vision correction
• Expertise backed by international training in New York and Missouri
• Leads a dedicated team at a specialised international LASIK centre

Dr Sasi Yaisawang is a cornea and refractive specialist who graduated with first-class honours from Chulalongkorn University. She leads clinical care at Bangkok Eye Hospital's Laser Vision centre.

• Recognised internationally for academic research at the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Specialises in precision refractive surgery and corneal disorders
• Author of multiple medical textbooks and peer-reviewed research articles
• Currently completing a PhD to advance clinical outcomes in ophthalmology
• Active in public eye health education and social volunteerism

Associate Professor Varintorn Chuckpaiwong completed a prestigious cornea and refractive surgery fellowship at Harvard Medical School's Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary.

• Serves as the Director of Cornea and Refractive Surgery at Ramathibodi Hospital
• Completed advanced subspecialty training at the Emory Eye Center in the United States
• Teaches the next generation of eye surgeons at Mahidol University
• Specialises in correcting complex refractive errors using cornea-based surgical techniques
• Holds multiple international fellowships in refractive and corneal health

Associate Professor Chareenun Chirapapaisan is a top-tier ophthalmologist who completed a prestigious fellowship in cornea and refractive surgery at Harvard University.

• Specialises in রিফ্র্যাক্টিভ surgery and lamellar keratoplasty for complex vision issues
• Teaches the next generation of surgeons at Mahidol University, Thailand's oldest medical school
• Completed advanced clinical training at the Boston Laser Institute in the USA
• Recognised expert in corneal health and precision vision correction techniques
• Certified by the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary in Boston

Professor Sabong Srivannaboon is a premier corneal specialist who serves as Professor Emeritus at the prestigious Siriraj Hospital within Mahidol University.

• Completed a Clinical and Research Fellowship in Refractive Surgery at Tulane Medical School in the USA
• Conducted advanced clinical fellowship training in Cornea at the University of British Columbia in Canada
• Earned a Medical Degree with Honours from Thailand's leading medical faculty
• Specialises in complex corneal issues and precision refractive corrections
• Recognised as a senior authority in vision restoration techniques