The program includes:
- Initial presentation in the clinic
- case history collection
- general clinical examination
- laboratory tests:
- complete blood count
- general urine analysis
- biochemical analysis of blood
- TSH-basal, fT3, fT4
- tumor markers
- indicators of inflammation
- indicators blood coagulation
- ultrasound of the abdomen
- CT/MRI of chest and abdominal cavity
- gastroscopy with biopsy
- 1 course of chemotherapy
- consultation of related specialists
- symptomatic specific treatment
- the cost of essential medicines and materials
- nursing services
- control examinations
- full hospital accommodation
- developing of further guidance
Required documents
- Medical records
- MRI/CT scan (not older than 3 months)
- Biopsy results (if available)
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About the department
The Department of Oncology at the Samitivej Hospital Bangkok offers the accurate diagnostics and comprehensive treatment of various types of cancer according to the international medical standards. Particular attention is paid to the early detection of oncopathology through regular screening. The department is headed by the Dr. med. Chantawat Sheanakul.
The department provides many highly specialized treatment methods, including surgery, radioactive iodine treatment, radiation therapy, bone marrow transplantation and chemotherapy. The tasks of specialists also include the provision of palliative care for patients with advanced stages of cancer.
The department also offers rehabilitation programs, which help the patients to return to a normal way of life. The department also practices reconstructive surgery, which is especially relevant for breast restoration after its resection during cancer treatment.
A dedicated team of medical oncologists, radiologists, medical physicists, technicians and specially trained nurses makes every effort to completely cure the patients from cancer and overcome the psychological problems caused by such a diagnosis. Thanks to the exceptional experience of doctors, an interdisciplinary and individual approach to each clinical case and the use of the cutting-edge oncological equipment, the department has gained worldwide recognition for high-quality medical care.
The department's range of medical services includes:
- Diagnostics
- Roentgenography
- Mammography
- Ultrasound diagnostics
- Computed tomography
- Magnetic resonance imaging
- Different types of biopsy
- Laboratory tests
- Therapy
- Chemotherapy
- Radiation therapy
- Surgical treatment
- Radioiodine I-131 therapy for thyroid cancer
- Palliative care
- Psychological care for patients and family members
- Nutritional counseling
- Support groups
- Other diagnostic and therapeutic services
Curriculum vitae
- Doctorate, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University.
- Diploma of the Thai Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
- Certificate in Gynecologic Oncology.
- Diploma in Gynecologic Oncology, University of Graz, Australia.
Photo of the doctor: (c) Samitivej Hospital Bangkok
About hospital
The Samitivej Hospital Bangkok is a leading provider of medical services of the international level. The hospital has its campuses in various regions of Bangkok. The Samitivej Sukhuvmit Hospital has the status of the main and most respected medical facility. The accreditation of the Joint Commission International (JCI) is the evidence of the top-class medical care at the hospital.
The hospital was founded in 1979. Thanks to its commitment to high quality treatment and the active use of innovations, nowadays it provides its services not only to local residents, but also leads in the field of medical tourism in Southeast Asia.
The hospital provides the full range of services – from primary to highly specialized medical care. With 275 beds, 87 diagnostic rooms, more than 400 doctors and more than 1,200 care specialists, the hospital is a recognized Center for Comprehensive Health Services in Bangkok.
The experienced team of the hospital includes highly specialized doctors and care specialists, has state-of-the-art medical equipment, due to which it can successfully perform both simple and complex surgical interventions, ranging from open heart surgery to liver transplantation.
In addition, the hospital also shows outstanding results in the field of pediatric medical care. The competent pediatricians working at the hospital care about the health and proper development of infants, young children and adolescents. The pediatric medical team consists of 144 experienced pediatricians, pediatric surgeons and specialized doctors, as well as a large number of specially trained nurses and other medical staff. For each of these specialists, the main value is the health of the child, so they use all their clinical experience and knowledge to achieve the well-being of young patients.
The hospital is recognized by the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) and the World Health Organization (WHO). This is the first hospital in Thailand, which acquired the status of "Baby and mother friendly hospital" in 1999. Other significant awards include the Prime Minister's Award for Outstanding Medical Services in 2004, as well as the accreditation of the Thailand Hospital Accreditation Foundation.
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Accommodation in hospital
Patients rooms
The Samitivej Hospital Bangkok offers its patients various accommodation options, ranging from standard rooms to VIP rooms and presidential suites. Each patient room has an automatically adjustable bed (an extra bed is available for an accompanying person), an adjustable table above the bed, a refrigerator, an LCD TV, an electric kettle, etc. The patient rooms are also equipped with an ensuite bathroom with shower and toilet.
Meals and Menus
The patients of the hospital are offered healthy and tasty three meals a day: breakfast, lunch and dinner. If necessary, the patient will be provided with an individual menu. In addition, the hospital has several restaurants serving international and Japanese cuisine, where one can order full-fledged dishes, snacks, desserts and enjoy a variety of hot and cold drinks.
Further details
Standard rooms include: