Best Occupational Therapy Doctors in Thailand for Australians

Professor Kantaphong Thongrong presented his research on surgical skill correlation at the Ottawa Conference in Perth, Australia. He leads the rehabilitation department at King Mongkut Chaokhunthahan Hospital.

• Specialises in neurorehabilitation, stroke recovery, and advanced gait training using wearable exoskeletons
• Completed specialised training in hand rehabilitation and cognitive-perception for neurological diseases
• Head of PYONG Rehabilitation Group focusing on geriatric care and chronic pain management
• Diplomate of the Thai Board of Rehabilitation Medicine with residency training at Chulalongkorn University
• Uses ultrasound-guided interventions and advanced laser therapy for non-invasive pain solutions

Dr. Songpoj Tanprasert specializes in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Sanpiti Rehabilitation Center in Bangkok. He focuses on restoring function for patients with neurological and musculoskeletal disorders. Dr. Tanprasert builds evidence-based plans for stroke recovery and chronic pain management. He works at a specialized center treating 200 patients annually.

• Specializes in stroke rehabilitation, spinal cord injuries, and traumatic brain injury.
• Prioritizes non-surgical pain care and individualized therapeutic exercise programs.
• Performs specialized techniques including Bobath therapy and occupational therapy.
• Treats neurological conditions and post-surgical impairments in inpatient and outpatient settings.

Dr. Kultinee Klinpoon is a physical therapist and the founder of Sanpiti Rehabilitation Center in Bangkok. She has performed over 5,000 procedures throughout her career. She specializes in stroke recovery, cerebral palsy, and traumatic brain injury rehab. Dr. Klinpoon graduated from Mahidol University. She previously served as a National Team physical therapist for Thailand.

• Expert in the "Intensive Active Rehabilitation" method for neurological recovery.
• Treats stroke patients during the critical three-to-six-month recovery period.
• Performs specialized treatments like Bobath therapy and occupational therapy.
• Works at Sanpiti, a clinic licensed by the Thai Ministry of Health.

Rattikan Kongsee is an occupational therapist. She works in pediatric and adult rehabilitation. She treats ASD, ADHD, developmental delay, neurological disorders, cognitive impairment, and dysphagia. Her approach is play‑based and individualized. She practices at Vega Medical Services (2025–present) and Growing Smart (2022–present). She previously provided school‑based OT at the Canadian International School of Thailand and the Bangkok School for the Blind. She also worked part‑time at Chersery Home (2020–2022).

Education: Bachelor of Occupational Therapy, Chiang Mai University (2016–2019; GPA 3.27). Training and certificates: BLS (2018), Infection Control (2017), Interprofessional Education (2019), Sensory Integration clinical observation (2022), OT and Thai cultural values (2022), Empowering Rehabilitation through Multidisciplinary Excellence (2025). She also provides 1:1 home visits for dysphagia and dementia (2025).

Professor Chakarg Pongurgsorn is a senior rehabilitation specialist at Bumrungrad International Hospital – one of the most prestigious medical centres in Southeast Asia.

• Specialises in physical medicine and rehabilitation for complex recovery cases
• Holds a professorship in medicine reflecting a high level of academic expertise
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility known for international patient care standards
• Focuses on restoring functional independence through tailored therapeutic programmes