Today I visited a provincial government hospital .I saw a doctor to discuss a small growth on my face,he said a benign type and suggested removal by Laser.Waited a while (had lunch!)and then was admitted to thier small EMS where I ws given a facial injection followed by the laser treatment which removed the growth,had it dressed and picked up some antbiotics.Very good service and the cost?350 Baht!!From now on its my hospital of choice!!!Very good staff!!

Can you please disclose which Provincial Hospital as this sort of information is extremely useful to all readers.

In Isaan, I very seldom go to private hospitals. My local district hospital in Kuchinarai is quite good, even has a CAT Scan, and the prices are very reasonable.

For outpatient treatment in Buriram, my best experiences have been in the late afternoon or early evening of the Buriram Government Hospital. Certainly never sticker shock at the fees. The Government Hospital does not have nearly enough private rooms for overnight stays or in patient compared to the Buriram Ekachon Private Hospital in my observation. Over the past 10 years I've noted how the private Buriram Hospital did not always have the equipment or specialists that might be available down the street at the Buriram Government Hospital.

Three years ago I had to spend two separate times in my district hospital. One I had a bad motorcycle accident, couple of badly broken bones and was in the hospital for 8 days. I was in a ward, no private rooms available. I was bed ridden and really could do nothing for myself. I found it was far better in the ward, when my family was not there to look after me, somebody else in the ward would help, plus it was entertaining in the ward and I was never bored. The next time I was in the hospital I didn't even ask for a private room, I found I far prefer the ward.

Some good info coming on this subject, but I am surprised (disappointed) the OP has still not disclosed which Government Hospital he attended.

I need consultation/diagnosis on a few problems and am preparing for a trip to Khon Kaen, Queen Sirikit Hospital. If the OP's hospital is nearer to my location in NKP then I may try there.

I am wondering if the reason the op did not disclose the name of the hospital where he was treated is because it was a fake posting.The only reason i say that is because,surely,before a surgeon removes a growth,wouldn't he do a biopsy to ascertain exactly what sort of growth he is dealing with? Were any facial x rays done before surgery?i always thought that laser surgery was the burning of a blemish,tattoo,port wine stain.Surely the depth of the treatment was discussed.Also what was the after surgery medication,and did he have to make a return visit as follow up.The price is also suspect.The 350 b all in is very cheap for that kind of treatment when you consider that people are charged tens of thousands of baht for a simple operation.I am not saying that the op was deliberately lying,but there are people who post here and leave out the details on purpose to frustrate other op's or those who might be in need of similar treatment just don't understand why someone would make such a posting without sharing the details with all.

Has anybody heard anything of the op since?

Or has he come back with the details on another forum.?

KKD

At my district hospital, in Kuchinarai, Kalasin, I have had several minor surgeries, where I have had to go to the operating room, for around the ฿500 level. Remember these are Government Hospitals, they are not for profit Hospitals.

Thanks KKD for your comments --- you wrote what I was thinking.

In Nakhon Phanom Provincial Government Hospital, a friend just had a satisfactory hernia operation for 18,000thb. The same job for another friend cost 43,000 4 years ago in a KK Private Hospital.

Last year I had minor surgery to remove a growth from my back consisting of a half hour in theatre, a surgeon and 2 nurses, a biopsy from KK and aftercare cost me 3,500.

Unfortunately, I now have more serious problems needing more expertise. Bangkok Private Hospitals are ridiculously expensive and the British Government has just reneged on their re-patriation plans, so after 15 years without even visiting, that option is out of the question.

So, I think a trip to KK Queen Sirikit Hospital later next week is about all I have left ---- in Isaan.

One of my daughters was born in a govt. hospital in Khon Kaen. Excellent experience - better than the other one's birth at Bamrungrad.

Make sure you know someone who knows the doctor or slip him the accepted sum of money unless you have time to wait 6 hours for a consultation. Alternatively, go to to a private hospital and ask the consultant which government hospital he also works in, then transfer. Same doctor, a fraction of the price.

There is nothing worse than frustration,when all there is,are words on a screen.I have read some posts on here that seem as if they were intended to frustrate people.

A little bit bit of man's inhumanity to man i guess.

Good luck to those of you that are in need of medical attention,i hope you find it,and cheaply.

There is nothing worse than frustration,when all there is,are words on a screen.I have read some posts on here that seem as if they were intended to frustrate people.

A little bit bit of man's inhumanity to man i guess.

Good luck to those of you that are in need of medical attention,i hope you find it,and cheaply.

I don't want to offend but have you been drinking?

I find the government hospitals and clinics are very good for routine problems and very reasonable.

But.....

I know of two people who recently had problems that the government hospitals spent several months trying to diagnose and could not.

They finally recommended that they go to a private hospital for further testing.

Unfortunately, the private hospitals detected advanced cancer in both cases.

Both people died shortly after the diagnosis.

Possibly, if the cancer had been detected months earlier, it could have been treated and they would still be alive today.

If the government hospital can not diagnose your problem, I recommend going to a private hospital ASAP.

I will!

Johnnie

I'm not offended in the slightest,and No! i wasn't drinking when i posted.But i read TV a lot,and i find that some OP's are only posting to wind people up.To not give details of something to all who may need it.

As the OP that made the previous statement hasn't come back with the information regarding the name of the hospital,or its whereabouts,thats why i tend to think that its a wind up.We are all expats here and to share such information,which could possibly lead to help in a medical situation is not only selfish but downright ignorance.And as all postings on here are,to a degree anonymous,that is where the frustration factor comes in.

And let me assure you mate if i had been drinking,i would have been a damn site more insulting to our silent friend.

KKD

Johnnie

I'm not offended in the slightest,and No! i wasn't drinking when i posted.But i read TV a lot,and i find that some OP's are only posting to wind people up.To not give details of something to all who may need it.

As the OP that made the previous statement hasn't come back with the information regarding the name of the hospital,or its whereabouts,thats why i tend to think that its a wind up.We are all expats here and to share such information,which could possibly lead to help in a medical situation is not only selfish but downright ignorance.And as all postings on here are,to a degree anonymous,that is where the frustration factor comes in.

And let me assure you mate if i had been drinking,i would have been a damn site more insulting to our silent friend.

KKD

Ah DAve, I see and agree with you now about the OP - why do people troll?

johnniey.

Your guess is as good as mine.I didn't realise that there as many 'trolls' as there are on TV.Maybe they get some sort of twisted satisfaction out of it.Personally i see TV as a way of communication to others who are living in a country where we are not really welcome.So we have to sort of band together in times of need.And medical information is one of the most paramount needs.My friend died here in June.He was misdiagnosed and didn't have an easy passing.This was in a hospital in Bangkok,where they are meant to be specialists.His daughter,who never signed a single agreement with the hospital about finance.She has never been to Thailand but was sent a bill for 400,000 baht.And threatened with a court case.She was at her wits end.Thats sorted now, but she went through a very bad time.Are you aware that doctors here do not sign the Hypocratic oath. He was 63,and had he been treated back in the UK,he would probably been alive today.He was a special friend and now he's gone.that's why i feel so strongly the way i do.

KKD

Johnnie

I'm not offended in the slightest,and No! i wasn't drinking when i posted.But i read TV a lot,and i find that some OP's are only posting to wind people up.To not give details of something to all who may need it.

As the OP that made the previous statement hasn't come back with the information regarding the name of the hospital,or its whereabouts,thats why i tend to think that its a wind up.We are all expats here and to share such information,which could possibly lead to help in a medical situation is not only selfish but downright ignorance.And as all postings on here are,to a degree anonymous,that is where the frustration factor comes in.

And let me assure you mate if i had been drinking,i would have been a damn site more insulting to our silent friend.

KKD

I agree with you on all but one point.

"We are all expats here "

There are a number of TV members who are not expats.

They sit in their home countries and constantly posting their opinions on life in Thailand.

Why I can only guess..

Can you please disclose which Provincial Hospital as this sort of information is extremely useful to all readers.

I also would like to know

Some good info coming on this subject, but I am surprised (disappointed) the OP has still not disclosed which Government Hospital he attended.

I need consultation/diagnosis on a few problems and am preparing for a trip to Khon Kaen, Queen Sirikit Hospital. If the OP's hospital is nearer to my location in NKP then I may try there.

4 days already and the op still not back pfffffff

Johnnie

I'm not offended in the slightest,and No! i wasn't drinking when i posted.But i read TV a lot,and i find that some OP's are only posting to wind people up.To not give details of something to all who may need it.

As the OP that made the previous statement hasn't come back with the information regarding the name of the hospital,or its whereabouts,thats why i tend to think that its a wind up.We are all expats here and to share such information,which could possibly lead to help in a medical situation is not only selfish but downright ignorance.And as all postings on here are,to a degree anonymous,that is where the frustration factor comes in.

And let me assure you mate if i had been drinking,i would have been a damn site more insulting to our silent friend.

KKD

100 % agree with you

Johnnie

I'm not offended in the slightest,and No! i wasn't drinking when i posted.But i read TV a lot,and i find that some OP's are only posting to wind people up.To not give details of something to all who may need it.

As the OP that made the previous statement hasn't come back with the information regarding the name of the hospital,or its whereabouts,thats why i tend to think that its a wind up.We are all expats here and to share such information,which could possibly lead to help in a medical situation is not only selfish but downright ignorance.And as all postings on here are,to a degree anonymous,that is where the frustration factor comes in.

And let me assure you mate if i had been drinking,i would have been a damn site more insulting to our silent friend.

KKD

I agree with you on all but one point.

"We are all expats here "

There are a number of TV members who are not expats.

They sit in their home countries and constantly posting their opinions on life in Thailand.

Why I can only guess..

@ willyumiii : i am not living in thailand all the year , but if at home in europe , it shouldn't prevent me to give the name of the hospital (what it isn't a detail but well the most important thing and unfortunatly hidden in this thread)

Johnnie

I'm not offended in the slightest,and No! i wasn't drinking when i posted.But i read TV a lot,and i find that some OP's are only posting to wind people up.To not give details of something to all who may need it.

As the OP that made the previous statement hasn't come back with the information regarding the name of the hospital,or its whereabouts,thats why i tend to think that its a wind up.We are all expats here and to share such information,which could possibly lead to help in a medical situation is not only selfish but downright ignorance.And as all postings on here are,to a degree anonymous,that is where the frustration factor comes in.

And let me assure you mate if i had been drinking,i would have been a damn site more insulting to our silent friend.

KKD

I agree with you on all but one point.

"We are all expats here "

There are a number of TV members who are not expats.

They sit in their home countries and constantly posting their opinions on life in Thailand.

Why I can only guess..

@ willyumiii : i am not living in thailand all the year , but if at home in europe , it shouldn't prevent me to give the name of the hospital (what it isn't a detail but well the most important thing and unfortunatly hidden in this thread)

I understand.

You would rather the poor people of Thailand finance your health care than take care of it in the country where you live,have worked and paid taxes.

I guess it would cost YOU less here.

I often read how good the Gov. hospitals are. Our baby was born in Private hospital with same Dr. wife had been seeing thru-out pregnancy. Had private room where myself and her mother slept. Cost was 35,000baht. Vs. having unknown doctor deliver, open ward, family having to sleep hallways or get a hotel room.

Always take child to same hospital for innoculations and Dr.visits. I believe the old saying...you get what you pay for..holds true.

Johnnie

I'm not offended in the slightest,and No! i wasn't drinking when i posted.But i read TV a lot,and i find that some OP's are only posting to wind people up.To not give details of something to all who may need it.

As the OP that made the previous statement hasn't come back with the information regarding the name of the hospital,or its whereabouts,thats why i tend to think that its a wind up.We are all expats here and to share such information,which could possibly lead to help in a medical situation is not only selfish but downright ignorance.And as all postings on here are,to a degree anonymous,that is where the frustration factor comes in.

And let me assure you mate if i had been drinking,i would have been a damn site more insulting to our silent friend.

KKD

I agree with you on all but one point.

"We are all expats here "

There are a number of TV members who are not expats.

They sit in their home countries and constantly posting their opinions on life in Thailand.

Why I can only guess..

@ willyumiii : i am not living in thailand all the year , but if at home in europe , it shouldn't prevent me to give the name of the hospital (what it isn't a detail but well the most important thing and unfortunatly hidden in this thread)

I understand.

You would rather the poor people of Thailand finance your health care than take care of it in the country where you live,have worked and paid taxes.

I guess it would cost YOU less here.

not sure. for a foreigner an insurance cost at least 140 euros / month in thailand... where i live , i pay 60 euros/year (very good if not the best gov. health insurance system in the world)

doctors, hospitals and health care are very good in my country too , so if i would go to a thai gov hospital it should be

1) in emergency AND 2) when no covered by an insurance

you should understand then why i am so interested in knowing the name and the place of this OP hospital.... (case of emergency and no insurance cover can always happen in thailand)

I thing he is right to not divulge. Rather than start a flood of cheapsters demanding same service and spoiling it for others.

I have used my local govt hospital on three occasions. Once for food poisoning. Including the needle and 4 medications, 300 baht. Fihbone down the throat. Incl meds 200 baht. And the biggie, skull xray, front and side, free cold pack, and 4 meds, all 450 baht. I tried to tip the nurses with the change, but they wouldn't accept it.

If you think I want 2 thousand xpats lining up for their hospitality, then wake up to your self. It's not about abusing goodwill. If you really need it, and it turns out to be cheap, then good luck.

Any other than emergency treatment, I go to a clinic, and pay like everyone else.

I personally have more faith in local clinics, government & military hospitals than private hospitals here. It seems too many private hospitals just see the farang as a cash cow to be exploited.

Government facilities just want to treat you, and send you on your way- at a most reasonable price. Of course, if I came down with something rare I would not expect that level of treatment in my Amphur.

As the OP has disclosed, Government- Hospitals in the sticks can handle "minor health problems" perfectly well.

If Mister Farang end's up in a Government- Hospital in the sicks with a massive stroke or heart attack he may not be able to report back here, for obvious reasons.Seems to me that the medical equipment was left behind as a gift, after US- Forces have left Vietnam.

World class Hospitals are located in BKK or Pattaya and not in Nakhon Nowhere.

Had some occasional encounters with Government-Hospitals over the years. Staff is friendly, the "Doctors" have about the same medical qualifications as I have. (I studied medicine for 3 semesters, no more ).

Main Problem: Most Farang Isaan-Dwellers live hours away from a "world class hospital." Worst of it all: Even with the best health insurance that money can buy or 20 million Bht in a Bank-Account, what does it help, if Mr. Farang is declared "death on arrival" by the time he reaches a "word class-hospital".

Most people die while hospitalized, with all the ramifications that are to follow. Farangs have a tendency to believe (or hope), that they will die on the spot.

The odds's are dramatically in disfavor of the Farang, hoping for a fast "Exit".

Have I ruined someones Day? Hope not !

" Live every day as it were your last day, because sometime in the future, it will be your last day". (with or without health insurance.

Cheers.

a "word class-hospital".

I'm not aware there is one in Thailand. Unless you mean sex change operations and plastic surgery.

Swissie, I suggest you actually go to a government hospital, before you spout off nonsense. The doctors have 6 years of medical school, not 3 semesters, then they have their internship residency and all the rest. Sure many smaller hospitals aren't as well quipped as major city hospitals, but that's the same in the west also. My district hospital has a CT Scan, the local hospital in my home country didn't have one when I left 12 years ago, don't know about now. The University Hospital in KK, is one of the best in Thailand. You are always so negative about Thailand, it would probably be better for your medical health if you left.