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Dr. Varunya Ongpatanakul, D.D.S., is a general dentist focused on restorative and esthetic care. She earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from Khon Kaen University in 2021.

Core expertise: esthetic composite restorations, minimally invasive composite veneers, and functional, natural-looking restorations.

Her practice emphasizes careful, conservative composite work. It preserves natural tooth structure and provides long-lasting, esthetic results.

Dr. Ananya Udomsit, DDS, is a general dentist with a focus on pediatric dentistry. She received her Doctor of Dental Surgery from the Faculty of Dentistry at Mahidol University in 2018.

She provides comprehensive pediatric care and preventive services. These include early detection, fluoride treatments, and dental sealants. She uses child-focused behavior management to keep visits gentle and positive. This supports lasting healthy oral habits.

Khinkgarn Ngamkitidachagul, D.D.S., is a specialist in pediatric dentistry with more than 20 years of experience. She received her Doctor of Dental Surgery from Mahidol University in 2002. She completed a Graduate Diploma in Clinical Sciences (Pediatric Dentistry) in 2006.

She provides comprehensive oral care for infants, children, and adolescents. Her focus is prevention, including dental sealants, fluoride treatments, and early cavity prevention. She is skilled in behavior management and offers gentle, low‑anxiety care. She also treats complex pediatric and developmental dental cases with a patient‑centered approach.

Panthira Aroonratana, D.D.S., is a specialist in Periodontology. She received her Doctor of Dental Surgery with First-Class Honors from Chulalongkorn University in 2017.

She completed a Higher Graduate Diploma in Clinical Sciences (Periodontology) at Chulalongkorn University. Her expertise includes diagnosis and treatment of periodontal disease. She provides periodontal esthetic care, including gingivectomy and surgical correction of gummy smiles. She also performs gingival microsurgery for precise gum contouring and restoration of periodontal health.

Dr. Patphajong Limteerakul, D.D.S., is a specialist in periodontology. He earned his D.D.S. from Srinakharinwirot University in 2011. He received a Higher Graduate Diploma in Clinical Sciences (Periodontology) from Chulalongkorn University in 2017. He has nearly a decade of clinical practice.

His expertise includes advanced diagnosis and treatment of periodontal disease. He performs periodontal surgery and supportive tissue therapy. He also provides esthetic gingival contouring, including gingivectomy and surgical correction of gummy smiles. He aims for precise results and long-term periodontal stability.

Angkana Tanphand, D.D.S., is a specialist in periodontology with over 10 years of clinical experience. Dr. Tanphand provides comprehensive periodontal care and advanced esthetic gum contouring.

Education and credentials: D.D.S. (Second-Class Honors), Chulalongkorn University, 2008. Higher Graduate Diploma in Clinical Sciences (Periodontology), Chulalongkorn University, 2013.

Clinical expertise: diagnosis and treatment of periodontal disease. Esthetic gum surgery, including gingivectomy and gummy smile correction. Periodontal plastic surgery to reshape and restore gum tissues.

Dr. Panchaya Palitavanon, D.D.S., is a general dentist focused on integrated and restorative dentistry. She provides prosthodontic care, including fixed and removable prostheses, dentures, and dental crowns.

She earned her D.D.S. with Second-Class Honors from Mahidol University in 2018. She completed a Graduate Diploma in Clinical Sciences (Integrated Dentistry) at Chulalongkorn University in 2025.

She has a strong academic record. She uses careful, comprehensive treatment planning to provide functional, long-lasting restorations and prostheses.

Dr. Krittanu Pintuperakovit, D.D.S., is a specialist in prosthodontics. He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery with Second-Class Honors from Chulalongkorn University in 2013.

He also holds a Higher Graduate Diploma in Clinical Sciences (Prosthodontics) from Chulalongkorn University. His expertise includes fixed and removable prostheses, including all types of dentures. He provides high-precision crowns and bridges and porcelain veneers. He also treats complex full-mouth rehabilitation with both reconstructive and esthetic goals.

Dr. Chareenun Chirapapaisan is an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology at the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University. She specializes in cornea and refractive surgery.

Her credentials include a medical degree and an ophthalmology residency at Siriraj Hospital. She completed a clinical fellowship in cornea and refractive surgery at Siriraj. She later completed a fellowship in cornea and refractive surgery at Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Harvard University. This was a Certificate Fellowship. She also completed a clinical fellowship in refractive surgery at Boston Laser Institute, USA. In addition, she completed a lamellar keratoplasty course at SNEC, Singapore.

Dr. Varintorn Chuckpaiwong is an Associate Professor and Director of Cornea and Refractive Surgery at Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Thailand. He specializes in cornea and refractive surgery.

He earned his MD from the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University. He completed his ophthalmology residency at Ramathibodi Hospital. He then trained in cornea and refractive surgery through fellowships at Ramathibodi and the Emory Eye Center, Emory University, Atlanta. He also completed a certificate fellowship at Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Harvard University, Boston.

Dr. Sabong Srivannaboon is a Professor Emeritus of Ophthalmology at Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University in Thailand. He specializes in cornea and refractive surgery. He holds a clinical fellowship certificate in cornea from the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, BC, Canada.

He earned his medical degree with honors at Siriraj and completed his ophthalmology residency there. He completed a clinical and research fellowship in cornea and refractive surgery at EENT Hospital, Tulane Medical School. He also finished a family medicine training program with the Medical Council of Thailand.

Chayanee Potivongsajarn, M.D., is an ophthalmologist. She has subspecialty training in cornea and refractive surgery and holds internationally recognized credentials.

She graduated with First Class Honors from the Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital. She completed an ophthalmology residency at Ramathibodi Hospital. She then pursued a fellowship in cornea and refractive surgery. Dr. Potivongsajarn is a Fellow of the International Council of Ophthalmology (FICO). This credential recognizes her clinical knowledge and expertise worldwide.

Dr. Sasi Yaisawang, M.D., is an ophthalmologist at Bangkok Eye Hospital. She specializes in cornea and refractive surgery.

She graduated in medicine with first-class honors from Chulalongkorn University. She completed her ophthalmology residency at Khon Kaen University. She is a Ph.D. candidate. She has presented her work at the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO). She has authored medical textbooks and research articles.

Dr. Sirada Udombhakdibongse (Dr. Dream) is a physiatrist at Chiraprawat Fort Hospital, Nakorn Sawan. Her focus is geriatric and sports rehabilitation, ultrasound‑guided interventions, and chronic pain management. She completed a PM&R residency at Phramongkutklao Hospital (2021–2024). She earned her M.D. from Phramongkutklao College of Medicine (2012–2017).

Her work includes a 2024 study on the prevalence and associated factors of neck and shoulder pain in medical students at a Thai military school. She also conducted earlier studies on prevalence and quality‑of‑life outcomes in type 2 diabetes and childhood obesity.

She has advanced training in dry needling (TASP–TMS), MSK interventions (Vachira Phuket Hospital, 2025), sports rehabilitation, and ultrasound‑guided injections. She has also joined international programs (Atlantic Sport Health System, New Jersey, 2024; TOSSM 2025; AOCNR 2023).

Dr. Ornicha Thititagul (Dr. Faangkaow) is a geriatrician and lecturer in the Geriatric Medicine Division at Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University. She practices at Siriraj Samut Sakhon Geriatric Healthcare Center and Siriraj Piyamaharajkarun Hospital.

Accreditations include: M.D. (Second Class Honors, 2017); Diplomate, Thai Board of Internal Medicine (2021); WHO‑SEARO ICOPE Master Trainer (2021). Additional credentials: Diplomate in Geriatric Medicine (2023); Diplomate, International Board of Lifestyle Medicine (2024).

Research highlights include: a randomized controlled trial on oral nutritional supplements in older adults (Geriatrics, 2024); PG‑SGA versus MNA in hepatocellular carcinoma (Support Care Cancer 33, 116, 2025); and Thailand’s first abacavir hypersensitivity case report (J Med Assoc Thai, 2021). She was on the host team and served as a moderator at the 10th Asian Conference of Frailty and Sarcopenia in 2024.

Patthama Likitwittaya, M.D., physiatrist. Diplomate, Thai Board of Rehabilitation Medicine (2025). Rehabilitation Medicine Residency, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University (2025). Doctor of Medicine, First-Class Honors, Thammasat University (2019).

Current role: Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Somdech Phra Pinklao Hospital (July 2025–present). Prior internships: Queen Sirikit Naval Hospital (2019–2020). Songkhla Naval Base Hospital (2020–2021). Naval Hospital Bangkok (2021–2022).

Research: Principal investigator of “Effect of vibrotactile stimulation on gait in Parkinson’s disease and parkinsonism.” Presented at the Royal College of Physiatrists of Thailand (2025).

Advanced training: 29th TOPF Osteoporosis and Related Diseases Grand Round (Dec 2024). Pain management with Focus Shock Wave Piezo Technology (Jul 2024). 35th TASP Annual Scientific Meeting (Mar 2024). Academic and Midyear Conferences of the Royal College of Physiatrists of Thailand (2022). Good Clinical Practice and human subject protection training (Jun 2022).

Rawipa Khunnarong, M.D. (Dr. Praew), is a physiatrist at Police General Hospital, Bangkok (2025–present). She provides rehabilitation for musculoskeletal pain, neurological disorders, and functional impairments. She works with multidisciplinary teams and teaches and supervises residents.

Education: M.D., Rangsit University/Rajavithi Hospital (2019). Rehabilitation Medicine Residency, Phramongkutklao College of Medicine (2025). Core expertise includes pain and interventional rehabilitation, neurorehabilitation (stroke, spinal cord injury), dysphagia, and sports and exercise medicine.

Advanced training includes Sports Rehabilitation Beyond Strength (2025), PMK Dry Needling (2025), and the 3rd Musculoskeletal Intervention Course (2025). She also completed a BASEM study visit (2024), Olympus FEES for dysphagia (2024), AOCNR (2023), TRMA (2022), and Viatris programs (2022–2023).

Dr. Sirinda “Ning” Kittiprachakul is a board-certified physiatrist (Thai Board of Rehabilitation Medicine, 2025) at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital. She focuses on neurorehabilitation and cardiac rehabilitation. Her expertise includes geriatric rehabilitation, chronic pain management using Western dry needling, and electrodiagnostic and electromyographic studies.

She earned her MD with First Class Honors in 2020 and completed her Rehabilitation Medicine residency in 2025. She is a Ph.D. candidate in Clinical Sciences at Chulalongkorn University. Her research includes authorship in JACC (2019) and an abstract in Gut (IDDF 2025). She trained at KNRC in Korea in 2024. She received the MDCU Congress 2023 E‑poster consolation prize. She also completed training in HMS telemedicine, Nature Masterclasses, and focused shockwave therapy.

Dr. Thanit Tundamrongpong is a board-certified physiatrist (Diplomate, Thai Board of Rehabilitation Medicine, 2024). He practices at Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Hospital (2024–present) and lectures in rehabilitation medicine.

Expertise includes neurorehabilitation and stroke recovery; geriatric rehabilitation and active aging; chronic pain; robotic and exoskeleton gait training; ultrasound-guided interventions and hydrodissection; and advanced laser and radiofrequency therapies. Clinics: Modality, Musculoskeletal Pain, Diabetic Foot, EMG (electromyography), and interdisciplinary care.

Education: M.D., Thammasat University, 2018. Residency in Rehabilitation Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, 2024. Training: AOCNR 2023; Practical Spasticity; TASP Pain Management; Advanced Imaging and Ultrasound-Guided Toxin Injection Strategies.

Dr. Napassorn Khumchum is a board-certified physiatrist (Diplomate, Thai Board of Rehabilitation Medicine, 2024) at Chonburi Hospital. She provides care in modality, transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), and electromyography (EMG) clinics. Her expertise includes neurorehabilitation, stroke recovery, and geriatric rehabilitation. She treats chronic pain and performs ultrasound-guided procedures. She also offers robotic and wearable exoskeleton gait training.

She helps develop and apply advanced rehabilitation technologies. She also serves as a medical lecturer. Her research on the Ipswich Touch Test was presented at the Royal College of Physiatrists Conference 2024. It was published in The Foot (Vol. 61, Dec 2024). Her advanced training includes AOCNR 2023 and courses in spasticity, pain, and ultrasound-guided toxin injection.

Residency: Rehabilitation Medicine, Chulalongkorn University (2024). M.D., Thammasat University (2017). She was an invited speaker at Chonburi Cancer Hospital on swallowing rehabilitation in head and neck cancer patients.