bigwilly

3 hours ago, possum1931 said:

That's no problem, nearly all my assets are in the UK, I only keep living expenses in Thailand, don't trust the Thai government or immigration.

That's some username you have. ????

Hi Possum, yes, I used to weigh in at 145kgs, hence the name, It just kinda stuck.

Regards BW

On 1/16/2020 at 3:21 PM, possum1931 said:

I have a lawyer back in the UK who has my will, it is already paid for, so when I die, my wife already has everything required, so when I meet my maker, she only has to contact my lawyer, and he should sort everything out.

Thats great news for assets in the UK, but it won't cover assets you own in Thailand.

In my experience of course.

Regards BW.

Hi.

Please read my earlier post. Ive been through this personally with 3 Thai widows whose husbands had a Thai Will.

Banks involved, BBL,Krunsri and SCB.

They will only release assets with Letters of Administration issued by a Thai Court naming the Administrator / beneficiary. Thai will only covers assets in Thailand, you will need a seperate Will in any Country where you have assets.

Dont listen to people guessing, do your wife a favour, see a Thai Lawyer and make a Will.

Regards BW.

Probate. Full stop. 

Any Bank in Thailand wont even discuss it without Letters of Administration, from Thai Court.

See a Lawyer.

Regards BW.

Maybe the Brits should stop being one of Americas puppets and let Julian Assange walk too. All hands on deck to fight the bush fires.

Regards BW.

Thanks.

No worries. I should have explained better.

Cheers BW

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Lads the biometric passports have been here for years. You can't hide a thing. And do you not think Swampy will be taking extra care with new passports now checking the data from the chip

I have to admit I'm shitting bricks

Please someone. Where can I get my daughters documents translated in Pattaya tomorrow

Frankybear.

Soi Post Office Pattaya, enter Soi from Beach end Translation and Law office about 50 meters up on the right, I have used translations from there in UK, Isle of Mann, and Australia no problems, ask for it to be Certified as a true copy.

Office number is 038710612.

Good luck BW

puck2

If you re-read my posts I never said Open Radical Prostatectomy had no pain, that is the reason I am booked for the Da Vinci method here in Thailand.What I was saying is the free Radical Open procedure is available to me free of charge in Australia via Medicare, but I am a softy and would rather pay for the Da Vinci method here as there is most likely less pain with Da Vinci.

I agree with your comments re experience of the surgeon, and thanks for the price guide from Dr Nualyong, who I believe is one of the best in Thailand.

Regards BW.

India sounds interesting, I agree, with regards to pricing here in Thailand, I think the major Hospitals are gouging us ferang's. I just cant see how they can justify some costs. Really I will get it done here as it is convenient,I did consider doing the op in Australia, I could get free treatment on Medicare, but the Da Vinci is not an option, only Open Radical, I am a softy, and don't like pain.

BW

......., the best solution is prostate removal utilizing the DaVinci machine robotic surgery. A one inch cut and blood loss is less than a teaspoon of blood, and you're up and around in a few days. The knife method of operation requires 2 liters of blood, a eight inch cut, and 6 months or more of full recovery. Check Dr. Jay Yew website as he's one of the top guys in the US on this. I think there are 2 hospitals here in Thailand that bought this DaVinci machine. It really expensive, somewhere over 2million $ US. The hospital where the King is and one other one.

Good news, RAM in Chiang Mai has such a DaVinci robot. And Dr. Bannakij is able to use it. Estimated costs in such a case ~ 400.000 to 450.000 THB (Dr. Bannakij).

That seems quite reasonable pricing to me, I just got a quote for Laparoscopic Radical Prostatectomy in Bumrungrad, 650 to 750,000Baht price includes 1 night ICU,5 nights in the ward.

Regards BW

Yes I have had quotes such as these,was three days in hospital etc.for less than one tenth of these prices. Looking at new procedure before I commit to anything ,but in India

Loppylugs1.

Hi.

It seems as of now for Radical Prostatectomy there are 3 Da Vinci Robotic machines in Thailand, one in Chang Mai, one in Chulalungkorn Hospital in Bangkok and the other is i Mahidol Hospital Bangkok, I am booked in Mahidol early August so I will post here after the procedure, I wasn't impressed with Chulalungkorn much like one would expect in an old WW2 Movie, I managed to secure an excellent surgeon via the (Surgical Premium Clinic) at Mahidol and feel very much at ease with the facilities, Doctor and staff. I would be a bit concerned in India with superbugs, and they could probably sneak a kidney out too while your under! Just out of interest, I did contact some clinics in Australia and Private care including Doctors fee'e theater fees, came in at 29,000AUD. MRI scan extra 400.00AUD.

Bumrungrad charged 41,000Bt for the Endorectal MRI which I thought was expensive, even by Australian prices. Good luck with your search!

Regards BW

......., the best solution is prostate removal utilizing the DaVinci machine robotic surgery. A one inch cut and blood loss is less than a teaspoon of blood, and you're up and around in a few days. The knife method of operation requires 2 liters of blood, a eight inch cut, and 6 months or more of full recovery. Check Dr. Jay Yew website as he's one of the top guys in the US on this. I think there are 2 hospitals here in Thailand that bought this DaVinci machine. It really expensive, somewhere over 2million $ US. The hospital where the King is and one other one.

Good news, RAM in Chiang Mai has such a DaVinci robot. And Dr. Bannakij is able to use it. Estimated costs in such a case ~ 400.000 to 450.000 THB (Dr. Bannakij).

That seems quite reasonable pricing to me, I just got a quote for Laparoscopic Radical Prostatectomy in Bumrungrad, 650 to 750,000Baht price includes 1 night ICU,5 nights in the ward.

Regards BW

I Bought a new Garmin at Dick Smiths in March this year, $99.95 maps were fine. Plus had all the Red light camera locations.

Good buy considering the fines for missing a red light or speed cam.

BW

wailee

Here are 2 photos of the kit I bought at Fascinos, you make your own mind up who is giving you the right info here.Cost 2,000Bt as you can see bye for now

Regards BW

Thanks to Harrry and Big Willy for the replies. The only problem is that you both say quite different replies. Perhaps it's worth clarifying further what I want. It is not a diving requirement but medical oxygen. My equipment will be supplied complete with a regulator (actually a paediatric regulator) and he gives me the choice of obtaining from him, either device A or B in my picture, for connection to my cylinder that I will need to purchase in Thailand.

According to BIg Willy, you bought the same as type A at Fascino already. This sounds more promising, but I'm hestitant that Harrry says otherwise.

I just need to be sure, but thanks for all the replies!

wailee

Definately A , I bought the same one at Fascino Pattaya 12 months ago and still have it. Fits the medical oxygen bottle purchased at Fascino also. Regulator valve mask etc cost 2,000Baht.

Regards BW.

Great pics obviously taken last night during curfew, I just left there 9.00pm Friday and the whole strip is busy with practically all go go's open by 7.30pm and in full swing, an absence of Police was noted at all the regular traffic stop points.

BW

There is a small embroidery shop directly opposite the Baht bus stop to Jomtien at South Pattaya Road & Second Road traffic lights, they do School uniform names, hats, logos etc. Quick service.

BW

buddy

Take a look at www.aliexpress.com have all sizes & colours also free shipping to Thailand.

BW

Buzzz51

Hi just did 2 UK passport renewal applications on Friday May 2 also witnessed 3 others being renewed, none were physically cancelled or cut at the Trendy office, it seems about a 7 day lag till the passport is actually electronically cancelled in the UK, suppose the cutting is done after you pick up the new one at Trendy. You should be fine to fly domestic, I have used my Thai D Licence for id on domestic flights.

Hope that helps.

BW.

Hi celso.

Thanks for the info, i agree, whats the point when you have to pick ip the new PP at Trendy.

Regards BW

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Hi all.

Bank Gold shop in Rungland supplied me with 10,000AUD last week took 24 hrs to find the foreign currency.

Banks like to play around alot with un neccessary paper work. USD ready available less common currency may take 24hrs to get.

Walk in walk out no hassle.

BW

Does anyone know the story behind this foreign guy begging on Walking Street. He could really use a shower.

Hi to all, Just a comment I was at the scene just after all the injured had left, interestingly among the carnage and debris scattered on the roadside was was a box of test strips, needles and equipment for measuring blood glucose levels, diabetic maybe?

What ever happened it was a truly tragic scene and the vehicle was obviously out of control with lots of speed. I hope the injured make a quick and full recovery. Didn't see any forensic types gathering evidence. Sad.

BW.

TMB Bank Quick interest of 3% on a 12 month fixed term interest paid in advance, within 7 days of opening the account! good deal in my book.

Or 2.75% interest in the No Fixed account, funds available at call. Ideal for visa moneys, relatively high interest and ok for Immigration.

BW.