Sheryl

26 minutes ago, NorthernRyland said:

 

Fair enough but then why does ASEANNow promote her to strangers on the internet who aren't even Americans?

AN is not "promoting" her nor encouraging anyone to donate.

Just reprinting a story related to Thailand.

The reprinted article mentioned the GoFundMe page because several of our news sources, including the Daily Mail, routinely link to that site and pick up Thailand related articles from it.

5 hours ago, norfolkandchance said:

$63,000 raised. Will not post here but that's some injury.

Cost of family flying to, and staying in, Thailand

Special medivac flight  from Krabi to private hospital in Bkk

Several specialized surgeries at Bkk private hospital

And possibly some extra costs related to return flight.

Easily reach that amount or more. 

She also probably has a deductible (excess) on her US insurance as well. Most people do.  But the medevac flight and surgeries in Bkk would be the big ticket items. 

26 minutes ago, J Branche said:

It said she was an ICU nurse so she should have insurance.  

She will have had insurance for the US.

May of may not cover emergencies abroad; often does not.

She may or may not have taken out special travel insurance. And if so, it  may or may not have covered moto accident. 

1 hour ago, MarkyM3 said:

Hi Edward,

 

Thanks for the input. But I got this answer from Google AI...

 

"While Thai military hospitals are primarily for Thai military personnel and their dependents, expats can sometimes access them, but they are not the primary choice for foreigners and may have limited availability. 

 

Here's a more detailed explanation:

 

Primary Focus:

Thai military hospitals are intended for members of the Royal Thai Armed Forces and their families. 

 

Limited Access for Expats:

While not impossible, access for expats is generally limited and may depend on specific circumstances, such as a medical emergency or a lack of alternative options. "

 

...so I'm a bit doubtful it's an option? Did you have a specific circumstance enabling you to register?

Anyone can register at and use a military hospital in Thailand, ditto other governmrnt hospitals.  In Bangkok, no advantage to  military vs the large university affiliated government hospitals. 

In Bangkok waits are really long, often in cramped and uncomfortable conditions....sometimes standing room only.  Need to arrive at crack of dawn  and be prepared to spend all day.  And your interactions will be with junior doctors in training, unless you use the quasi private "after hours" clinic.  These cost more and waits are still significant. 

Best to have a Thai speaker with you to navigate the (formidable)  bureacracy.

Frankly for what you need at this point, unless you are seriously strapped  financially, it doesn't make much sense to go through all this hassle. 

Sorry yes it is Revlar Ellipta.

If you can't  find it locally try this  pharmacy which will ship nationwide

https://medisafepharma.com/

Use the Messenger function. They have most things and easy to order online. 

13 hours ago, MartinL said:

I'm resurrecting this thread, rather than make a new one, because my query is a follow-on from 3 years ago.

 

I think I might have a skin cancer and am looking for treatment centres in Khon Kaen - I live 80 km from the city.

 

Is the information given in this thread still current or have new centres cropped-up, new recommended doctors come to town?

 

My wife's civil service health scheme is tied to Srinagarind Hospital and I'm registered there, but never used it in 15 years, so that'd be the obvious place to go but other suggestions most welcome.

 

Thanks.

The previously recommended doctor, Prof. Charoen Choonhakarn, can aldo be seen at Srinagarind.

3 hours ago, MarkyM3 said:

 

 

I was told previously in the clinic that X-Rays won't show up muscular injuries. So hopefully it's something an X-Ray could show up. 

 

 

 

Correct that cannot see soft tissue  injuries on Xray. But can see fractures including, now that it is several weeks later, hairline fracture. 

Even if this is ruled out, MRI has practical utility only if results would alter treatment. ...which may or may not be the case.  Discuss this with specialist. 

On 3/28/2025 at 11:49 PM, Liquorice said:

 

WHO SUBMIT?
All foreigners entering Thailand are required to submit the Thailand Digital Arrival Card before their arrival, except for: 
   - Foreigners transiting or transferring in Thailand without going through immigration control. 
   - Foreigners entering Thailand using a Border Pass.

 

Could their wording term 'Border Pass' be a reference to a re-entry permit.

Border Pass is a system for  migrant workers from neighboring provinces entering for temporary work near the border.  Nothing to do with re-entty permits. 

20 hours ago, deptrai said:

I use Breo Ellipta daily for asthma.  Generic is fluticasone furoate/vilanterol 100/25mcg.  Is this available over the counter in Thailand?  I've brought my inhaler to a couple of pharmacies and they said "no".  Maybe I'm going to the wrong pharmacies.

It is available in Thailand under brand name Tevlar Ellipta.  Ask for it by that name.

No prescription needed but only large pharmacies likely to carry it.  Where in Thailand are you located?

This doctor specializes in mood disorders and is excellent:

https://www.bumrungrad.com/en/doctors/suttiporn-janenawasin

Flaming/bickering posts removed

AFAIK no way to "expedite" this.

There are law firms that will assist in reviewing the paperwork e.g. https://www.siam-legal.com/us-visa-in-thailand/us-k1-visa-thailand-loc-bkk.php?utm_id=94393024&matchtype=e&utm_term=k1 visa&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Mobile_AMP-US_Visa-Thailand_Only-USA_K1_Visa&gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIiNWOqsGpjAMVdaVmAh1tMR22EAAYAiAAEgKIkfD_BwE

The overriding issue -- assuming you can demonstrate that you meet the financial requirements -- will be applying in Thailand on a non-Thai passport.  As a national of Myanmar she may  be required to apply thete

https://mm.usembassy.gov/visas/

2 hours ago, jerrymahoney said:

As I remember it the Thai folks were mostly involved with education positions.

Might the indurance referred to have actually been SS?

57 minutes ago, actonion said:

I'd like to know the  (international)  ones who dont charge extra?

Bumrungrad does not. Same high charge for all. 

Not sure but I think other Bangkok bases BDMS hospitals may not. But their provincial affiliates do. 

There is very limited expertise with skin cancer in Thailand and few doctors here even understand the concept of an overall skin check. Indeed I doubt whatever hospitals quoted you as s price, was actually this.  More likely it wss for incision and biopsy. 

This doctor can/will do it:

https://bangkokpattayahospital.com/doctor/anna-jaruwarn-m/?srsltid=AfmBOorHq69fcJYPWkj9SpgPYUgyG-iXcUaRk5k3k0RssOfGyVrZMJwh

Cost is same as any consultation. Including hospital add on  probably 2000 - 3000 baht (excluding any treatment or biopsy if needed).  Don't expect the blue light. Just a quick  visual exam. 

That is a very high dose indeed.

And hard to understand the rationale.

What is the presumed diagnosis?

Swelling of upper lip is often due to allergy. Suggest you seek another opinion. 

2 hours ago, loong said:

 

That is more than double what I paid at Queen Sirikit Hospital, Khon Kaen in 2023. That also Included angioplasty and stents. I think that it may be worth your while to get a quote from Queen Sirikit Hospital, Sattahip.

Queen Sirikit in Sattahip is the  Naval Hospital.

But I think something off in his cost info, would not be that close to BPH nor that high. 

13 hours ago, Taboo2 said:

Price is 300K at Naval Hospital and 370 at BHP.  

 

Includes angioplasty and stents. 

 

 

How many stents? 

Hard to believe Queen Sirikit  Naval Hospital and BPH are that close in price.