The Pinned List Of Doctors Needs Updates

[chiang mai]

A lot of us put in considerable effort to compile the pinned list of doctors and medical staff and whilst we do make the occaisional update to it, I'm concerned that the list is becomming out of date since we're not recieving much by the way of ammendments. Perhaps this is because TV members are not getting sick and going to see doctors but I sense that may not be the correct answer! We've recently added a GI specialist at Rajavej and also the chiropractic doctor, Phillip Parry so we are trying to reamin current.

Can I ask that anyone who has any inputs to the list please let us know via this thread of via a PM? We're esepcially interested to know of new doctors in a range of specialty areas that presently are blank and this includes Podiatary and Cancer treatment. Equally as important is any feedback as to the degree of satisfaction you've had with any doctor you've consulted with - on this point, I already have feedback from three people regarding the poor performance of one doctor and that person will be removed soon.

The list is only as good as we can make it and the degree to which it is complete could be important the next time you become ill, it could make a big difference to someone.

Thanks

PS: Im also playing with the idea of trying to record the cost of doctors charges and tests, if anyone has any input they can provide I'll try to build a table as a guideline for members.

[market trader]

I like your last sentencce of trying to record fees for doctors and tests. I hope people who have been going to doctors or hospitals will provide input on this.

[masuk]

I've followed suggestions on the list and have enrolled with Dr Morgan (GP) and found the treatment and tests etc excellent. Fees are very reasonable and many of the common medicines for blood pressure, cholesterol etc are available at the surgery.

Dr Varaporn (Dentistry - RAM Hospital) is one of the best dentists I've come across, and while charges are probably not as cheap as some others, the quality of the work done is very professional, and the costs are still way below Aussie costs.

[chiang mai]

I agree, those are two of the best and my favorites also, Dr Varaporn cured my fear of dentistry some years ago and now I actually enjoy going to see her, a lovely lady.

[elektrified]

I agree, those are two of the best and my favorites also, Dr Varaporn cured my fear of dentistry some years ago and now I actually enjoy going to see her, a lovely lady.

Any idea of the cost to replace a composite filling by Dr. Varaporn? Thank you.

[chiang mai]

I agree, those are two of the best and my favorites also, Dr Varaporn cured my fear of dentistry some years ago and now I actually enjoy going to see her, a lovely lady.

Any idea of the cost to replace a composite filling by Dr. Varaporn? Thank you.

It seems to me the last fillings I had done there ran between 1,000 and 2,000, Dr V. did about four at the same time and they were each priced differently. So, perhaps that's a guideline you can use.

[elektrified]

I agree, those are two of the best and my favorites also, Dr Varaporn cured my fear of dentistry some years ago and now I actually enjoy going to see her, a lovely lady.

Any idea of the cost to replace a composite filling by Dr. Varaporn? Thank you.

It seems to me the last fillings I had done there ran between 1,000 and 2,000, Dr V. did about four at the same time and they were each priced differently. So, perhaps that's a guideline you can use.

Many thanks c m.

[Mapguy]

Good idea to take another look at the list. hope the process goes as smoothly as the initial effort.

General suggestions:

• It would be good to see some expansion of the list, especially in cardiology and cardiac surgery. Fortunately, I have not had any experience with either! Also, it would be good to put more complete contact information for many on the list. In some cases, it is not apparent that the docs work not only at their own clinics but in various hospitals. Providing phone numbers, when available, would be helpful.

• Expansion of the list definitely needed in some areas. Very little, for example, for cardiology and cardiac surgery (in which area I am fortunately healthy). Cancer specialist and oncologists need some attention (in which area I am also fortunately healthy)

• I think getting into prices is problematic. Wouldn't try!

A specific suggestion:

If Dr. Gregory Greer is back at work at Sriphat, he should be added to the list. He is a "Family Practitioner/Physician," which is a specialty. A good "GP."

[chiang mai]

Good idea to take another look at the list. hope the process goes as smoothly as the initial effort.

General suggestions:

• It would be good to see some expansion of the list, especially in cardiology and cardiac surgery. Fortunately, I have not had any experience with either! Also, it would be good to put more complete contact information for many on the list. In some cases, it is not apparent that the docs work not only at their own clinics but in various hospitals. Providing phone numbers, when available, would be helpful.

• Expansion of the list definitely needed in some areas. Very little, for example, for cardiology and cardiac surgery (in which area I am fortunately healthy). Cancer specialist and oncologists need some attention (in which area I am also fortunately healthy)

• I think getting into prices is problematic. Wouldn't try!

A specific suggestion:

If Dr. Gregory Greer is back at work at Sriphat, he should be added to the list. He is a "Family Practitioner/Physician," which is a specialty. A good "GP."

I'm happy with all of that MG, if members want to start providing the detail then we can repeat the previous exersise and expand on all aspects.

Gentlemen (and Ladies) start your engines!

[FredLee]

I am new to Chiang Mai; have been here almost two months now. My wife just had to have surgery 10 days ago. Her doctor is Suparuek Pongsaranantuk, M.D., OB-GYN, GYN Oncologist, at Chiang Mai Ram hospital. I have no other medical experience here for comparison, but I am very pleased with him, and my wife is as well.

She also saw an endocrinoligist there today, but we have not had enough interaction with him yet to make a recommendation either way.

I will be asking a question on a different thread about prescriptions here in Chiang Mai, but don't want to hi-jack this thread with that.

[chiang mai]

I am new to Chiang Mai; have been here almost two months now. My wife just had to have surgery 10 days ago. Her doctor is Suparuek Pongsaranantuk, M.D., OB-GYN, GYN Oncologist, at Chiang Mai Ram hospital. I have no other medical experience here for comparison, but I am very pleased with him, and my wife is as well.

She also saw an endocrinoligist there today, but we have not had enough interaction with him yet to make a recommendation either way.

I will be asking a question on a different thread about prescriptions here in Chiang Mai, but don't want to hi-jack this thread with that.

It looks like things have worked out well, in case you need any further references the list of doctors in CM is here:

Good luck and thanks for the feedback.

[chiang mai]

Here's the current list, can you add any detail:

ALLERGIES & IMMUNOLOGY - (allergic conditions).

Awaiting forum input

ANESTHESIOLOGY - (chronic pain syndromes)

Awaiting forum input

CARDIOLOGY (Heart)

Dr Patarapong

Chiang Mai RAM Hospital

053 920300

CARDIAC SURGEONS

Dr Surin & Dr Weerachai

Sriphat Hospital

053 5394 6909/10

CHIROPRACTOR

Dr Philip Parry BSc Chiro (Hons), MSc Chiro (Paeds), FCC

Chiropractor (UK & Thai registered)

Tel: 080-8069966

Rajavej Hospital CM, Tuesday and Friday 1pm - 7pm

COLO-RECTAL SURGERY and PROCTOLOGY

Awaiting forum input

DENTISTRY (All Aspects)

Dr Varaporn

Chiang Mai RAM Hospital

053 920300

Dr.Chanika Sasomsin,

Prof. Korakot Boripantakul, Dr. Marisa Sukapatte

Grace Dental Care Clinic

45 Soi 11 Nimmanhemin Rd.

053 894 568/69

Dr. Joy

Elite Smile Dental Clinic

(next to Pantip Plaza)

053 288199

DERMATOLOGY (Skin)

Prof Dr. Siri Chiewchanvit

199 Moonmuang Road, A Muang,

Chiang Mai 50200. Tel: 053 214108

DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGY - disorders of internal structures of the body.

Awaiting forum input

ENDOCRINOLOGY (Thyroid)

Dr Ampica

Sriphat Hospital

053 5394 6909/10

EENT (Ear, Nose & Throat)

Dr Chalermpong Ariyadej

Chiang Mai RAM Hospital

053 920300

GASTROINTESTINAL

Dr. Ekacai Paiboonworachat

Chiang Mai RAM Hospital

053 920300

Ass Prof Sandhu Trichak

Sriphat Hospital

053 5394 6909/10

Dr Piset Pisetpongsa

Sriphat Hospital

053 5394 6909/10

Prof. Dr. Kannika Phornphutkul

Rajavej Hospital

053 801999

(specialist in liver cancer)

GENERAL PRACTISE

Dr Morgan

HCMC Clinic,

Hang Dong Road.

(almost opposite Tesco)

Monday-Friday 08.30-19.30 Hrs

Saturday 8.30 - 13.00 Hrs

053 804405

http://www.healthcaremedicalclinic.com/

Dr. Tawachai

Loi Kroh Clinic,

62/2 Loi Kroh Road

opposite Wat Loi Kroh

Mon - Fri, 8am - 1pm, 4:30 - 8:30pm / Sat 8am - 1pm / Sun 4:30 - 8:30pm.

053 271571

Dr Teerapat

Chiang Mai RAM II ( Thepanya hospital)

(0)53 85 29 90

HEAD & NECK SURGERY

Dr Mark Thong

National University Hosp. (Singapore)

(posted here because it's a difficult specialist skill to find)

+65 6772 2002

INTERNAL MEDICINE

Dr Sharin (consultant to RAM)

Savitri-Sharin Clinic

near DK books.

95/2 Kochasarn Road

Hours Daily 9:00AM – 12:00PM and 5:00PM - 8:00PM

53-27-5330

NEPHROLOGIST - kidney diseases.

Awaiting forum input

NEUROLOGY (Brian & C-spine)

Dr Surat Tanprawate, Sriphat

Sriphat Hospital

053 5394 6909/10

OB/GYN (Female Reproductive)

Dr Warachon,

Sriphat Hospital

053 5394 6909/10

Dr Sompong Trungtawatchai

Sriphat Hospital

053 5394 6909/10

ONCOLOGY/HEMATOLOGY (Cancer)

Dr. Rattiya Cheewakriangkrai

M.D. Medical Oncologist / Hematologist

Chiang Mai RAM Hospital

053 920300

OPTOMETRY (Eye tests, frames and lenses)

Vision Center

Rajvitthi Rd. (near to the UN Irish Pub)

(not strictly in the medical arena but very highly rated for all

aspects of eye exams and sensible costs of glasses and lenses)

ORTHOPAEDIC (Bones/Joints)

Dr Suthee

Sriphat Hospital

053 5394 6909/10

Dr Paiboon

Chiang Mai RAM Hospital

053 920300

Dr Chanakarn Phornphutkul

Rajavej Hospital

053 204545

(Orthodpedic clinic opposite the hospital on the other side of the river)

Dr Preecha Chalidapong

Chiang Mai RAM Hospital

053 920300

OPTHOMOLOGY (eyes)

Dr Rachada and Dr. Paradee

Chiang Mai RAM Hospital

053 920300

PODIATRIST

Awaiting forum input

PATHOLOGIST - diagnoses and treats the study of the changes in body tissues and organs which cause or are caused by disease

Awaiting forum input

PEDIATRICS (Babies/Children)

Dr. Savitri

Savitri-Sharin Clinic

near DK books.

95/2 Kochasarn Road

Hours Daily 9:00AM – 12:00PM and 5:00PM - 8:00PM

053-27-5330

PHYSIOTHERAPY

Khun Took (and others)

Rajavej Hospital

053 204545

PSYCHIATRY

Awaiting forum input

PLASTIC SURGEONS

Dr. Somboon, Private practise at Hillside 4 condominiums.

Dr. Opas at Sriphat or Pruksa clinic

PULMONARY (Lungs)

Dr Limsukon

Sriphat Hospital

053 5394 6909/10

RADIATION ONCOLOGY - diagnoses and treats disorders with the use of diagnostic imaging, including X-rays, sound waves, radioactive substances, and magnetic fields.

Awaiting forum input

RHEUMATOLOGIST - stiff muscles and pain in joints and associated structures

Awaiting forum input

UROLOGY (Urinary/Reproductive)

Dr. Bunnakit

Chiang Mai RAM Hospital

053 920300

[uptheos]

Dr Preecha is a specialist orthopaedic hand & wrist surgeon

After Neurology change Brian to Brain.

Add Dr Suthee's clinic address, where he's mostly at. I'm not sure how often he's at Sripat now he's retired?

Dr Sudhee Sudasna Clinic

38/4 Chiang Mai - Lampang Road.

Mon - Frid: 1800 - 1930 hrs

Sat closed.

Su: 0930 - 1130 hrs

Phone: 053 - 214 139

Edited September 16, 2012 by uptheos

[uptheos]

Dr. Somboon Plastics (actually he's a professor too) can be seen at Rajavej Hospital.

Saskia international liaison rep makes his appointments.

Edited September 16, 2012 by uptheos

[chiang mai]

All changes duly incorporated thus far, thanks OS.

Tywais: Rather than ask you to make updates on the fly, I'll send you the final list for update when I think we have all the changes/additions.

ALLERGIES & IMMUNOLOGY - (allergic conditions).

Awaiting forum input

ANESTHESIOLOGY - (chronic pain syndromes)

Awaiting forum input

CARDIOLOGY (Heart)

Dr Patarapong

Chiang Mai RAM Hospital

053 920300

CARDIAC SURGEONS

Dr Surin & Dr Weerachai

Sriphat Hospital

053 5394 6909/10

CHIROPRACTOR

Dr Philip Parry BSc Chiro (Hons), MSc Chiro (Paeds), FCC

Chiropractor (UK & Thai registered)

Tel: 080-8069966

Rajavej Hospital CM, Tuesday and Friday 1pm - 7pm

COLO-RECTAL SURGERY and PROCTOLOGY

Awaiting forum input

DENTISTRY (All Aspects)

Dr Varaporn

Chiang Mai RAM Hospital

053 920300

Dr.Chanika Sasomsin,

Prof. Korakot Boripantakul, Dr. Marisa Sukapatte

Grace Dental Care Clinic

45 Soi 11 Nimmanhemin Rd.

053 894 568/69

Dr. Joy

Elite Smile Dental Clinic

(next to Pantip Plaza)

053 288199

DERMATOLOGY (Skin)

Prof Dr. Siri Chiewchanvit

199 Moonmuang Road, A Muang,

Chiang Mai 50200. Tel: 053 214108

DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGY - disorders of internal structures of the body.

Awaiting forum input

ENDOCRINOLOGY (Thyroid)

Dr Ampica

Sriphat Hospital

053 5394 6909/10

EENT (Ear, Nose & Throat)

Dr Chalermpong Ariyadej

Chiang Mai RAM Hospital

053 920300

GASTROINTESTINAL

Dr. Ekacai Paiboonworachat

Chiang Mai RAM Hospital

053 920300

Ass Prof Sandhu Trichak

Sriphat Hospital

053 5394 6909/10

Dr Piset Pisetpongsa

Sriphat Hospital

053 5394 6909/10

Prof. Dr. Kannika Phornphutkul

Rajavej Hospital

053 801999

(specialist in liver cancer)

GENERAL PRACTISE

Dr Morgan

HCMC Clinic,

Hang Dong Road.

(almost opposite Tesco)

Monday-Friday 08.30-19.30 Hrs

Saturday 8.30 - 13.00 Hrs

053 804405

http://www.healthcar...icalclinic.com/

Dr. Tawachai

Loi Kroh Clinic,

62/2 Loi Kroh Road

opposite Wat Loi Kroh

Mon - Fri, 8am - 1pm, 4:30 - 8:30pm / Sat 8am - 1pm / Sun 4:30 - 8:30pm.

053 271571

Dr Teerapat

Chiang Mai RAM II ( Thepanya hospital)

(0)53 85 29 90

HEAD & NECK SURGERY

Dr Mark Thong

National University Hosp. (Singapore)

(posted here because it's a difficult specialist skill to find)

+65 6772 2002

INTERNAL MEDICINE

Dr Sharin (consultant to RAM)

Savitri-Sharin Clinic

near DK books.

95/2 Kochasarn Road

Hours Daily 9:00AM – 12:00PM and 5:00PM - 8:00PM

53-27-5330

NEPHROLOGIST - kidney diseases.

Awaiting forum input

NEUROLOGY (Brain & C-spine)

Dr Surat Tanprawate, Sriphat

Sriphat Hospital

053 5394 6909/10

OB/GYN (Female Reproductive)

Dr Warachon,

Sriphat Hospital

053 5394 6909/10

Dr Sompong Trungtawatchai

Sriphat Hospital

053 5394 6909/10

ONCOLOGY/HEMATOLOGY (Cancer)

Dr. Rattiya Cheewakriangkrai

M.D. Medical Oncologist / Hematologist

Chiang Mai RAM Hospital

053 920300

OPTOMETRY (Eye tests, frames and lenses)

Vision Center

Rajvitthi Rd. (near to the UN Irish Pub)

(not strictly in the medical arena but very highly rated for all

aspects of eye exams and sensible costs of glasses and lenses)

ORTHOPAEDIC (Bones/Joints)

Dr Sudhee Sudasna

Clinic:38/4 Chiang Mai - Lampang Road.

Mon - Frid: 1800 - 1930 hrs

Sat closed.

Su: 0930 - 1130 hrs

Phone: 053 - 214 139

Dr Paiboon

Chiang Mai RAM Hospital

053 920300

Dr Chanakarn Phornphutkul

Rajavej Hospital

053 204545

(Orthodpedic clinic opposite the hospital on the other side of the river)

Dr Preecha Chalidapong (Hand and wrist surgeon)

Chiang Mai RAM Hospital

053 920300

OPTHOMOLOGY (eyes)

Dr Rachada and Dr. Paradee

Chiang Mai RAM Hospital

053 920300

PODIATRIST

Awaiting forum input

PATHOLOGIST - diagnoses and treats the study of the changes in body tissues and organs which cause or are caused by disease

Awaiting forum input

PEDIATRICS (Babies/Children)

Dr. Savitri

Savitri-Sharin Clinic

near DK books.

95/2 Kochasarn Road

Hours Daily 9:00AM – 12:00PM and 5:00PM - 8:00PM

053-27-5330

PHYSIOTHERAPY

Khun Took (and others)

Rajavej Hospital

053 204545

PSYCHIATRY

Awaiting forum input

PLASTIC SURGEONS

Dr. Somboon, Rajavej + Private practise at Hillside 4 condominiums.

Dr. Opas at Sriphat or Pruksa clinic

PULMONARY (Lungs)

Dr Limsukon

Sriphat Hospital

053 5394 6909/10

RADIATION ONCOLOGY - diagnoses and treats disorders with the use of diagnostic imaging, including X-rays, sound waves, radioactive substances, and magnetic fields.

Awaiting forum input

RHEUMATOLOGIST - stiff muscles and pain in joints and associated structures

Awaiting forum input

UROLOGY (Urinary/Reproductive)

Dr. Bunnakit

Chiang Mai RAM Hospital

053 920300

[Khruumaiyai]

Hi,

Dr Siri (Dermatologist) - also has a clinic on Thursday afternoon, 2pm-4pm, clinic at Suan Dok - 12th Floor Sriphat building. No appointment needed, you can just show up. I saw him there last month, quite a big queue but I was happy to wait to get expert advice.

He can't do operations or freezing at the clinic at Moon Muang Road, so if you're needing that you'll need to go to Sriphat.

Great list, thanks!

Pete

[uptheos]

Hi,

Dr Siri (Dermatologist) - also has a clinic on Thursday afternoon, 2pm-4pm, clinic at Suan Dok - 12th Floor Sriphat building. No appointment needed, you can just show up. I saw him there last month, quite a big queue but I was happy to wait to get expert advice.

He can't do operations or freezing at the clinic at Moon Muang Road, so if you're needing that you'll need to go to Sriphat.

Great list, thanks!

Pete

Right on Pete - he removed a lump from my neck during (after) his OP clinic at Sripat, quite painless and you can hardly see the scar.

As you say, he's well worth waiting for.

Edited September 17, 2012 by uptheos

[justcruisin]

It may be good to include a Thallasemia specialist as it is seems so prevalent here.

My wife has been consulting with a Dr Taratorn at the RAM for a number of years, I don't know too many details about him but he seems to be very thorough and we have had good results every time.

Another point is that Dr Tawachai on Loi Kroh can surgically remove suspected skin cancer lesions at his clinic and have a pathology report back in a few days reporting the status of the lesion.

[patrick12]

hi

let me give you a name of a medical/psychologist who also is a counsellor for depression anxiety trauma and relationship issues i found this man very helpful for me last year dr r j perrin 0856187245

good luck

paddy

[uptheos]

hi

let me give you a name of a medical/psychologist who also is a counsellor for depression anxiety trauma and relationship issues i found this man very helpful for me last year dr r j perrin 0856187245

good luck

paddy

Qualifications?

Address?

[Bouffant]

Here is what I don't understand:

Some self-sacrificing and generous fellow who had a bad experience with a pediatrician took the time to create and incredibly well-designed Thai doctor-rating site called MyThaiDoctor. When I last saw it, it had been around for a few years and there was no adverting or promotion on it. And it did not seem that many people (at all) were taking advantage of it.

Why? This could be so very useful and consumer-empowering if people would just use it.

[chiang mai]

Here is what I don't understand:

Some self-sacrificing and generous fellow who had a bad experience with a pediatrician took the time to create and incredibly well-designed Thai doctor-rating site called MyThaiDoctor. When I last saw it, it had been around for a few years and there was no adverting or promotion on it. And it did not seem that many people (at all) were taking advantage of it.

Why? This could be so very useful and consumer-empowering if people would just use it.

Thank you for bringing this site to our attention however, some questions require answers:

I can't get the site to load, if I could perhaps some of my questions would be unecessary, perhaps others can try and comment?

So, does the site cover just Chiang Mai or is it nationwide, the list in this thread is focussed on Chiang Mai and its expat community?

Secondly, is the site truly independant and how can we be certain that is the case. Without even seeing the site I have great difficulty imagining it would be, why, because this is Thailand where very locals do very little for free.

Thirdly, is the list current, we compiled the CM list a year ago and already it needs updating, you mention your list having been adround for a few years?

Perhaps if we can get clarification on the above then we will find a way to make the two lists cohabitate sucessfully, there's certainly no point in reinventing the wheel but lets just be certain that wheel is round and not square.

[chiang mai]

hi

let me give you a name of a medical/psychologist who also is a counsellor for depression anxiety trauma and relationship issues i found this man very helpful for me last year dr r j perrin 0856187245

good luck

paddy

Qualifications?

Address?

Agreed, a CV would be helful or at least some sort of bio.

[uptheos]

hi

let me give you a name of a medical/psychologist who also is a counsellor for depression anxiety trauma and relationship issues i found this man very helpful for me last year dr r j perrin 0856187245

good luck

paddy

I think this must be your R J Perrin

[chiang mai]

Here is what I don't understand:

Some self-sacrificing and generous fellow who had a bad experience with a pediatrician took the time to create and incredibly well-designed Thai doctor-rating site called MyThaiDoctor. When I last saw it, it had been around for a few years and there was no adverting or promotion on it. And it did not seem that many people (at all) were taking advantage of it.

Why? This could be so very useful and consumer-empowering if people would just use it.

Thank you for bringing this site to our attention however, some questions require answers:

I can't get the site to load, if I could perhaps some of my questions would be unecessary, perhaps others can try and comment?

So, does the site cover just Chiang Mai or is it nationwide, the list in this thread is focussed on Chiang Mai and its expat community?

Secondly, is the site truly independant and how can we be certain that is the case. Without even seeing the site I have great difficulty imagining it would be, why, because this is Thailand where very locals do very little for free.

Thirdly, is the list current, we compiled the CM list a year ago and already it needs updating, you mention your list having been adround for a few years?

Perhaps if we can get clarification on the above then we will find a way to make the two lists cohabitate sucessfully, there's certainly no point in reinventing the wheel but lets just be certain that wheel is round and not square.

I tried to log into the MyThaiDoctors (MTD) site and for the second day it wouldn't load, I then did some digging on the web and came across a blog site where the author of MTD wrote a short opiece, in it wrote:

"Hi There,

I’m Sam from mythaidoctors. I sort of lost the interest in the website after moving back to the US. Still I want to update the physician database as the current one is four years old already.

Sam"

So it seems that MRD has largely fallen into direpair and is no longer used as extensively as it might be and that's a shame, let's hope that TV members pull their collective fingers out in the near future so that the same thing doesn't happen to our pined list!

I continue to be nervous about MTD since I notice (from the internet menue) that there's an entire section on Bumrungrad and that smacks of sponsorship, in addition it looks as if the author of the site owns a whole series of medical websites, al of which are fee earning http://www.statmyweb...s/dr.prasertsri and http://website.informer.com/mythaidoctors.com

Finally, to answer the question raised by Bouffant in his earlier post, the MTD site is not used because:

it will not load and is not generally accessible;

it's content is out of date, since 2008;

it is a national list and is not Chinag Mai specific;

there is a strong possibility the list is sponsored and is therefore not impartial.

Edited September 21, 2012 by chiang mai

[Bouffant]

Hmm- Interesting what member chang mai found at the "MyThaiDoctors" site.

When I used it almost 2 years ago, I posted all my doctor reviews which included both laudatory and some truly scathing reviews of Bumrungrad doctors. At that time I saw no censorship or favoritism generated by the site.

I did see that the site was barely used, which I thought would discourage the site owner from maintaining it, particularly if he had already moved out of Thailand.

At that time it did seem like the search and software could be made use of freely by consumers despite any affiliation by the website owner. .

Popular and easy to use consumer review sites TripAdvisor and Yelp.com (in the US) both accept advertising, and will bump their advertisers to the top of lists like google will, and Yelp will inform a paying business owner whenever there is a review so if it is negative they can respond immediately if they so wish. Yet both sites work wonderfully to empower the consumer to quickly sort through many businesses, and 50 reviews don't lie (if you read them and use your head) whereas I find it easy to determine if a review site or even a few reviews are a plant.

On this site (God bless this site) you have to dig hard for comments about doctors-particularly if you want suggestions to find a doctor and are not researching a given doctor- and most comments are are years old.

When I used MyThaiDoctor 2 years ago after some medical work in Thailand, I thought, "Boy, the owner is going to stop paying the webhosting bill for this site as it is so poorly used by consumers." If the site was a front to make some docs appear like the best, it would certainly seem like the owner would have been engaged more actively in that, but the site was just plain dead. Maybe it has changed since then.

Bumrungrad has at least one paid employee to monitor ThaiVisa and respond quickly to any complaints. (I'm not a Bumrungrad fan, to say the least. Terrible experience there.)

Not to argue with you chain mai, and the site might have changed since I used it. It is just most frustrating to have to dig so hard on this site, or make newbie comments like "can somebody recommend a good doctor for..." to which usually only a few people will respond, and for which there are is already info on this site but most will be too lazy to dig it out.

There is a site called Qype.com for reviews of anything, anywhere. Great site but nobody knows about it so it doesn't have the critical mass one needs.

I just feel consumer rating sites are so very important to consumer empowerment.

[chiang mai]

I just feel consumer rating sites are so very important to consumer empowerment.

I couldn't agree with you more on this point, it's a shame that MTD has fallen into disrepair otherwise we would have no need to try and develop our own list. Re; your point about Tripadvisor and similar: TA had the potential to be truly great until it became tainted with paid for and owner based reviews, my fear with a MTD or similar site is that the same thing happens and that would be disasterous for all of us.

I would urge you to continue to participate in this topic, you've found something that no other member has mentioned in the past year of trying to complie the list hence your input will be most welcome and much appreciated.

[chiang mai]

I now have a list of the doctors and senior medical staff at Rajavej Hospital and it runs to three pages (!), rather than post all the names blindly I'll hang on to the list and provide names as possible candidates when people are looking for specific disciplines or doctors specifically at Rajavej. As and when we get individual references from members confirming the quality of the refferal I'll put it forward for inclusion on the pinned list.

[skills32]

I now have a list of the doctors and senior medical staff at Rajavej Hospital and it runs to three pages (!), rather than post all the names blindly I'll hang on to the list and provide names as possible candidates when people are looking for specific disciplines or doctors specifically at Rajavej. As and when we get individual references from members confirming the quality of the refferal I'll put it forward for inclusion on the pinned list.

Do you know DR uunnh (nickname) who looked after my shoulder following an accident. Excellent physician with superb bed manners?

[chiang mai]

I now have a list of the doctors and senior medical staff at Rajavej Hospital and it runs to three pages (!), rather than post all the names blindly I'll hang on to the list and provide names as possible candidates when people are looking for specific disciplines or doctors specifically at Rajavej. As and when we get individual references from members confirming the quality of the refferal I'll put it forward for inclusion on the pinned list.

Do you know DR uunnh (nickname) who looked after my shoulder following an accident. Excellent physician with superb bed manners?

Unless you have a very special relationship that would be bed side manners!