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Just what I need. 3000b is that including medical examination etc.?

tanawat-clinic

Dr. Tanawat Vaseenon is an Orthopaedic Doctor at the Chiang Mai university hospital who has his own clinic. 053 945 544

It is on Thipanet Rd coming from the moat before you get to Wualai Rd (the silver road) maybe about 100yards give or take. It will be on the Right side of the road.

What he does is take impressions of your feet and sends them in with the shoes to get the inserts. I had two pair and was satisfied with them. 3,000 baht a pair. Not cheap. Maybe more now.

I visited Dr Tanawat's clinic and impressed with his care. The orthotic materials and the foam impression molds were the same as used in the USA when I purchased there. 3k baht for the inserts + 300 for the doctor visit. Only downside is a 3 week wait for the finished orthotics.

Thanks to all for the good advice!

I've been exploring many of the hiking trails around CM in the 1-5 hour range and would be happy to meet other hikers. Private message me if you'd like to hike.

cheers,

w

I've used custom orthotics for decades and they have typically lasted over 10-15 years with daily use. I normally own a couple of pair and move them from shoe to shoe without any problem.

The one caveat is that they do take up quite a bit of space in the shoe, so I have to buy put the orthotics in when purchasing shoes to be sure everything fits my foot.

In the USA I've purchased them at a specializing pharmacy that does everything from orthotics to prosthetic limbs. They seem to know what to do.

This gives me two great places to start.

Very helpful. Thanks folks,

W

Does anyone know where to have custom orthotic shoe inserts made in Chiang Mai?

Thanks,

W

How do you know he's sleeping?

Buddhist tradition says that dogs are re-incarnate monks who were naughty in their previous lifetime. Perhaps your dog is merely in a very deep meditative state.

Cool. Thanks friends!

W

I live in Thailand on a retirement visa, and recently took a one week trip out of the country using a re-entry permit.

I recently sent in my 90 day report by mail timed about 75 days after my most recent report.

I then received a call from immigration from a guy who spoke decent English and I think he said I could not report now, I needed to send it in again 90 days after my re-entry into the country.

Is it correct that a re-entry by air count as a 90 day report and restart the 90 day clock?

Thanks,

W

Thank You!

You guys are great.

What's the current situation on border runs from CM?

Thanks!

My Friend is American, and arrived by air 27 days ago. He's never been to Thailand before.

We're in Chiang Mai. What can he do to get another 30 days?

What's happening these days at Mae Sai and current possibilities at CM immigration?

Thanks,

Ethan

All the online que spots seem full for the foreseeable future. Is there another way to get an appointment?

I have extended my retirement visa in Jomtien in the past, but recently moved to Chiang Mai.

What are the current documents and photo copies required in CM to renew my retirement visa - I'm doing an income affidavit from my embassy.

Thanks!

Lightening fast 90 day report by mail:

I posted all the required paperwork by EMS on Wednesday afternoon Nov 12, and received it back from Immigration by mail on the following Tuesday Nov 18.

It took a little longer last time, but I would not even consider taking the time to wait in line at the immigration office.

Oops...I posted in the Chiang Mai forum, but should have mentioned the group is in Chiang Mai.

Gee would be great if we could edit our posts on ThaiVisa. Maybe there is some logic for not having that function.

Does anyone know of anyone familiar with the basic operation of Joomla?

A local NGO needs some very minor tweaks to current site.

They plan to have a new site so may lead to a bigger project, but for now some minor repairs are all that's needed.

Thanks!

Rats. 190 views and no one has a clue? Would have expected at least a few wisecracks or wrong answers from the TV forum folks.

I posted to the "ask the lawyer" forum...hope they answer....the lady is pretty worried.

Anyone know of resources in Thai for her?

Cheers.

Gee whiz Hal this is Thailand.

Go find the biggest badest dog in the neighborhood and offer him some tea money.

Custody rights and Child Support – Both Parents are Thai

Nit has two sons ages 10 and 15. Nit’s husband Pua abandoned the family eight years ago. He has never paid child support, but they are still technically married because Nit did not know where Pua went and did not have any means to contact nor divorce him. Nit has supported both boys their entire lives. Both boys attend boarding school together in Burriram where Nit’s relatives live and where Nit grew up. Neither boy has seen their father since Pua disappeared eight years ago.

Recently Nit learned that Pua communicated through a mutual friend that he intends to remove the boys from school and take them to live with him permanently. The eldest son remembers Pua beating Nit and doesn’t want to have any contact with his father. The youngest is curious, but was only two years old when Pua left. Nit may now be able to find Pua's location through their friend who has Pua's phone number.

What can Nit do to stop Pua from taking the children?

If Nit went to court would a judge award full custody to Nit and order back child support from Pua?

Nit currently lives in Chiang Mai where she works to support the boys. Would she have to go to Burriram to take court action? She really can’t afford to take time off nor pay a lawyer for help.

Thanks for all advice.

"the Environment Act can be used, as the operator brought them into the area, caused pollution and disturbed nearby villagers.

So- Longtail boats and belching tour busses to serve tourists are acceptable but Elephant poop is considered pollution?

Elephants have been pooping for millennia and were a natural part of the ecosystem. More Elephants and fewer tourists seem like a more appropriate approach towards protecting the environment.

_{Thanks folks. Very helpful.}

_Cheers,

_W

Looking for someone in Chiang Mai - near CMU / Neimenhemen area.

Anyone know of a good computer geek that does home visits? I don't have hardware issues - just need help with configuration from time to time.

Thanks!

I am currently living in Bangkok on a retirement visa. I have been offered a full time paid job with an NGO in Chiang Mai.

Will I need to leave the country to obtain the right visa before getting a work permit?

Can all the paperwork be done by post with photo copies before I move to Chiang Mai?

Thank you.

Seeking a 1 bedroom furnished condo in an expat friendly building and neighborhood. I'd like to rent directly from the owner. Agents please do not reply - I am already looking at listing through agent websites.

I want a long pool for swimming laps, double pane windows for heat efficiency, and two quiet AC units for living area and bedroom.

I'm a long term Thai resident and moving to CM for a new job. I'm very quiet, in my mid 50's, and my current landlord of three years can provide an excellent reference.

Please reply with photos and a bit of detail about the neighborhood.