Pictures courtesy of Khaosod 

 

The Royal Thai Navy conducted an urgent medical evacuation on the morning of 27 November after a request from Bangkok Hospital Trat, resulting in the rapid transfer of a foreign patient in a serious condition from Ao Yai Pier on Koh Kood. The patient had sustained a fractured skull and a severe right leg injury following a fall, requiring immediate surgery that could not be administered on the island. The deployment ensured the patient was brought swiftly to mainland medical support, minimising further risk from the delay in treatment.

 

The Chantaburi and Trat Border Defense Command (CBDF) coordinated the emergency operation after receiving the hospital’s request earlier in the day. At 11:00 Rear Admiral Charam Pakorn ordered Patrol Boat T.228 to depart and collect the patient from Koh Kood under national maritime emergency protocols. The vessel transported the patient directly to the Trat Naval Logistics Support Base under the First Area Command to expedite the transition to hospital care.

 

Authorities noted that the use of naval assets for medical emergencies reflects established procedures for remote island communities, where weather, distance and limited local facilities can hinder rapid treatment. Medical staff and coordination units emphasised that such missions significantly increase the chances of stabilising critically injured patients. Observers highlighted that swift inter-agency communication was key in reducing transfer time, particularly for head trauma cases requiring urgent intervention.

 

Khaosod reported that the patient was handed over to medical teams upon arrival at the naval base, with surgery expected to follow at Bangkok Hospital Trat. Officials stated that standard post-operation monitoring will determine the next steps in the patient’s recovery. The CBDF and navy units are expected to review the mission as part of routine operational assessments to maintain readiness for future maritime emergencies.

 

 

Key Takeaways

 

• A foreign patient with a fractured skull and severe leg injury was urgently evacuated from Koh Kood on 27 November.

• Patrol Boat T.228 transported the patient under Rear Admiral Charam Pakorn’s orders following a request from Bangkok Hospital Trat.

• The operation followed national maritime emergency protocols to ensure rapid transfer to mainland medical care.

 

 Adapted   by   Asean   Now from Khaosod 2025-11-28

 

Its good the guy was able to get to the hospital needed to perform the surgery. 

I am surprised by the photos though that I do not see any medical equipment attached to the man or an IV drip hanging. Was it really a severe injury? The question is bouncing around in my head. 

At any rate, at least the Navy got some experience from all this and the man will get the help he needs in the correct hospital. 

Wish him the best of luck in recovery. 

he must have good insurance.

Straight to a private hospital, go fund me coming soon..