Being active in many sports that are hard on knees, I now have a knee that a couple of European knee specialists say I need a partial knee replacement done on the medial compartment of the knee.

I am in Phuket and from what I was told, I would find a better specialist somewhere else than to to get it done here. With that having been said, are there in solid recommendations that I can look into for this procedure?

Interesting Article

http://www.arthritisresearchuk.org/arthritis-information/surgery/knee-replacement/different-types/partial-knee-replacement.aspx

Do not know how good or bad but this has been an actively promoted clinic at Vejthani Hospital in Bangkok for many years.

http://www.vejthani.com/clinic_details.php?clinic_id=34

One of the best knee specialists in Thailand is Dr. Panya at Bumrungrad, I would start with him

https://www.bumrungrad.com/doctors/Panya-Wongpatimachai

But be aware that if you do need a knee replacement, it will be very expensive to do at a private hospital (500,000 baht or so, depending on hospital) . Do you have insurance that will cover having this done in Thailand?

If you are a citizen of a European country you may, perhaps, be better advised to have any necessary treatment undertaken in your home country.

I do have insurance that will cover me here, that's why I'm on a quest for the best dr. for this procedure.

I had full knee replacement done 5 years ago in Bangkok Hospital, BKK. Full service, five nights in hospital, all follow-up excellent. Can pass details if needed.

As you have indurance I fully recommend doing this with Dr. Panya.

Thanks Sheryl and John. My European dr was going to give me a short list, I think I heard Dr Panya's name mentioned when we were looking at a scope a few weeks back, Johncod, thanks for the help, once I get a bit further along I might well take you up on your offer, appreciate it.

I had full knee replacement done 5 years ago in Bangkok Hospital, BKK. Full service, five nights in hospital, all follow-up excellent. Can pass details if needed.

I have osteoarthritis and need a full knee replacement so would be interested in your experience and details please.

I am in Nakhon Sawan and have heard the army hospital here has the best surgeons in our province but would like a comparison especially on price.

Thonburi 2 Hospital in western Bangkok (a private hospital the wife and I have used for 7 years) does a full knee replacement for under Bt200K...and they also have a new orthopedic clinic.

http://thonburi2.com/

http://thonburi2.com/page.php?open=new01&&subID=6&&newsID=250

had both knees, total replacement done in 2010 in the states. not a hard surgery and not to much pain. surgery done on a monday, had me out of bed on tuesday walking the halls. spent 3 weeks in a physical therapy rehab hospital.

all i can say is PHYSICAL THERAPY, you must have a mind set to do it.

i do 1/2-1hour a day in a pool walking forward and backwards, squats and leg lifts every day for knee exercise.

you also have to be prepared to make some life style changes as there are many things you should not do after knee replacement.

had both knees, total replacement done in 2010 in the states. not a hard surgery and not to much pain. surgery done on a monday, had me out of bed on tuesday walking the halls. spent 3 weeks in a physical therapy rehab hospital.

all i can say is PHYSICAL THERAPY, you must have a mind set to do it.

i do 1/2-1hour a day in a pool walking forward and backwards, squats and leg lifts every day for knee exercise.

you also have to be prepared to make some life style changes as there are many things you should not do after knee replacement.

"you also have to be prepared to make some life style changes as there are many things you should not do after knee replacement."

I am unsure about this statement. Perhaps you could list all the things that should be avoided following knee replacement.

Perhaps everyone should not attempt climbing Everest !

http://www.alanarnette.com/blog/2014/03/10/everest-2014-interview-greg-paul-new-knees/

just google "do's and don't s after knee replacement.

there are always exceptions to every thing, but for the average person the do's and don't s will apply.

it also has a lot to do with the type of prosthetic used.

the allowed and not recommended is to long to list here, just google.

I'm looking at a partial for patella/trochlea , and MD told me that the medial compartments are a "slam dunk" with her MAKOplasty robotic method. If anyone in Thailand does MAKOplasty method, try that.

I'm looking at a partial for patella/trochlea , and MD told me that the medial compartments are a "slam dunk" with her MAKOplasty robotic method. If anyone in Thailand does MAKOplasty method, try that.

Looks like Bumrungrad has Makoplasty. https://www.bumrungrad.com/en/joint-replacement-surgery-center-bangkok-thailand/unicompartmental-knee-arthroplasty

+1 for Dr Panya at Bumrungrad. Didn't have a partial knee replacement but he did a good job on my knee for acl and meniscus surgery.

Please see: http://www.kneereplacementcosts.com/thailand.html

As far as surgery goes I have experience replacing a torn ACL and a partially torn PCL in my right knee.

I've had my surgery done back in the states by the Dr. of the New York Giants.

I have been in contact with Dr. Ongart Preuttiphat - a close friend of mine who has just completed his training in America and is now one of the top orthopedic surgeons in Thailand.

It's not cheap at a private hospital, but if you have the right insurance good for you, but for those who need any surgeries in Thailand having the right insurance is very important.

Hope all goes well!

Cheers!

>> a close friend of mine who has just completed his training in America and is now one of the top orthopedic surgeons in Thailand.

KevinMaiko, not that I doubt your friend is good, but I'm curious how someone just completing their training can be considered one of the top orthopedic surgeons in Thailand. Please elaborate on his experience and what hospital he is working at as I am still on the lookout, but leaning towards Bumrungrad and Makoplasty.

As far as surgery goes I have experience replacing a torn ACL and a partially torn PCL in my right knee.

I've had my surgery done back in the states by the Dr. of the New York Giants.

I have been in contact with Dr. Ongart Preuttiphat - a close friend of mine who has just completed his training in America and is now one of the top orthopedic surgeons in Thailand.

It's not cheap at a private hospital, but if you have the right insurance good for you, but for those who need any surgeries in Thailand having the right insurance is very important.

Hope all goes well!

Cheers!

Hardly a need for insurance if you jet off for two hours to a place that is medical tourists number 1 India. Not in the market (yet) for TKR ,swimming was my bag when young,but had op there on knee /leg some 5 years ago when quoted in Thailand at $20000 ,had it done and dusted for $700

Heres one ad ,probably cheaper hospitals doing them,one doing them for £800 but you have to choose and buy the knee joint separately

"The cost of Single Knee Replacement in India 6500 USD in a Single Deluxe Room at GNH Hospitals, Gurgaon, India using FDA approved Zimmer / Stryker Implants

The Cost of Bilateral (Both) Knee Replacement in India is 10000 USD in a Single Deluxe Room at GNH Hospital, Gurgaon, India using FDA approved Zimmer / Stryker Implants"

Unfortunately, India has a very high rate of hospital acquired infections according to an article in India Medical Times. A bit of Googling confirms this.

With an elective surgery such as knee replacement, hospital acquired infections are a big risk factor and a hospitals infection rate should factor into a prospective patients decision.

As far as surgery goes I have experience replacing a torn ACL and a partially torn PCL in my right knee.

I've had my surgery done back in the states by the Dr. of the New York Giants.

I have been in contact with Dr. Ongart Preuttiphat - a close friend of mine who has just completed his training in America and is now one of the top orthopedic surgeons in Thailand.

It's not cheap at a private hospital, but if you have the right insurance good for you, but for those who need any surgeries in Thailand having the right insurance is very important.

Hope all goes well!

Cheers!

Hardly a need for insurance if you jet off for two hours to a place that is medical tourists number 1 India. Not in the market (yet) for TKR ,swimming was my bag when young,but had op there on knee /leg some 5 years ago when quoted in Thailand at $20000 ,had it done and dusted for $700

Heres one ad ,probably cheaper hospitals doing them,one doing them for £800 but you have to choose and buy the knee joint separately

"The cost of Single Knee Replacement in India 6500 USD in a Single Deluxe Room at GNH Hospitals, Gurgaon, India using FDA approved Zimmer / Stryker Implants

The Cost of Bilateral (Both) Knee Replacement in India is 10000 USD in a Single Deluxe Room at GNH Hospital, Gurgaon, India using FDA approved Zimmer / Stryker Implants"

You might consider Dr Chanakarn who is a knee and hip specialist in Chiang Mai.

I'm not saying he's better than anyone in Bangkok, but he might be a lot cheaper.

Nice guy, I know 2 people with knee replacements but don't know the cost, never asked.

They both work out at the gym now.

http://www.my-arthroscopy.com/Conf/AASMC2013/facultyCVs/CV-Eng%20Dr%20%20Chanakarn%20Smith&Nephew.pdf

Unfortunately, India has a very high rate of hospital acquired infections according to an article in India Medical Times. A bit of Googling confirms this.

With an elective surgery such as knee replacement, hospital acquired infections are a big risk factor and a hospitals infection rate should factor into a prospective patients decision.

As far as surgery goes I have experience replacing a torn ACL and a partially torn PCL in my right knee.

I've had my surgery done back in the states by the Dr. of the New York Giants.

I have been in contact with Dr. Ongart Preuttiphat - a close friend of mine who has just completed his training in America and is now one of the top orthopedic surgeons in Thailand.

It's not cheap at a private hospital, but if you have the right insurance good for you, but for those who need any surgeries in Thailand having the right insurance is very important.

Hope all goes well!

Cheers!

Hardly a need for insurance if you jet off for two hours to a place that is medical tourists number 1 India. Not in the market (yet) for TKR ,swimming was my bag when young,but had op there on knee /leg some 5 years ago when quoted in Thailand at $20000 ,had it done and dusted for $700

Heres one ad ,probably cheaper hospitals doing them,one doing them for £800 but you have to choose and buy the knee joint separately

"The cost of Single Knee Replacement in India 6500 USD in a Single Deluxe Room at GNH Hospitals, Gurgaon, India using FDA approved Zimmer / Stryker Implants

The Cost of Bilateral (Both) Knee Replacement in India is 10000 USD in a Single Deluxe Room at GNH Hospital, Gurgaon, India using FDA approved Zimmer / Stryker Implants"

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The reason I mention this is to suggest that those choosing to undergo elective surgery in Thailand consider the potential risks of contacting a serious HAI

There does not appear to be any nationally coordinated data relating to HAI's and I doubt many hospitals (public or private) would be willing provide detail of their infection rates(assuming the data is routinely collected)

Infection rates (as is well proven in the West) do not come down until the problem is publicly acknowledged , specific infection control measures are adopted by all and the results(outcomes) subject to continual monitoring."

Called "loosing face"

Looking at a patient right now,recent Hernia private Pattaya hospital,had op readmitted for two weeks,possibly again for guess what..hospital acquired infection and he has to pay for their acquired infection

Google it

Be a mug to have surgery in Thailand,least India admit it,Thailand never,seems a crippling effect,life in their hands? never

Edited April 7, 201610 yr by loppylugs1