Valve repair/replacement specialists in Thailand

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pranya Sakiyalak

Heart & chest surgery · Bangkok

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pranya Sakiyalak is a Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon with extensive expertise in the surgical management of complex heart and thoracic diseases. He specializes in coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), cardiothoracic surgery, and advanced life-support therapies including extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). His clinical practice focuses on delivering comprehensive surgical care for patients with severe cardiovascular and thoracic conditions using evidence-based techniques and modern surgical technologies. Having completed advanced surgical training and fellowship in the United States, Dr. Pranya has extensive experience in cardiothoracic surgery, lung transplantation, and complex cardiopulmonary procedures. His multidisciplinary approach emphasizes individualized treatment planning, surgical precision, and comprehensive postoperative care to optimize patient outcomes and recovery. In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Pranya is actively involved in academic medicine as an Associate Professor, contributing to the education and training of future surgeons while maintaining a commitment to excellence in cardiovascular and thoracic surgery.

Dr. Supreecha Tanamai, MD.

Heart & chest surgery · Bangkok

Dr. Supreecha Tanamai is a Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon with expertise in cardiac surgery and the surgical management of complex cardiovascular diseases. He specializes in treating patients with coronary artery disease, aortic valve disease, congenital heart disease, and other structural cardiac conditions requiring advanced surgical intervention. Dr. Supreecha has extensive experience in cardiac catheterization, thoracic surgery, balloon angioplasty, and comprehensive cardiac surgical procedures. His clinical practice combines evidence-based surgical techniques with personalized patient care to achieve optimal cardiovascular outcomes and improve long-term quality of life. Having received advanced cardiac surgery training in both Singapore and the United Kingdom, Dr. Supreecha incorporates international expertise and modern surgical techniques into his practice. He works closely with multidisciplinary cardiovascular teams to provide comprehensive care from diagnosis through postoperative recovery.

Dr. Wittawat Pibul, MD.

Heart & chest surgery · Bangkok

Dr. Wittawat Pibul is a Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon with expertise in the diagnosis and surgical treatment of complex diseases affecting the heart, lungs, trachea, esophagus, and thoracic cavity. He provides comprehensive cardiothoracic care, ranging from cardiovascular surgery and pulmonary surgery to the management of valvular heart disease and acute coronary syndrome. Dr. Wittawat has extensive experience performing advanced cardiothoracic procedures, including cardiac valve surgery, aortic surgery, and thoracic operations for traumatic and structural diseases. His patient-centered approach emphasizes accurate diagnosis, evidence-based surgical techniques, and multidisciplinary collaboration to achieve the best possible clinical outcomes. Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Wittawat has contributed to medical education as a permanent lecturer and has served as Chairman of the Center of Medical Excellence for Cardiovascular Diseases at Rajvithi Hospital, demonstrating his commitment to advancing cardiovascular surgery and physician training in Thailand.

Emeritus Prof. Wasan Udayachalerm, MD.

Heart · Bangkok

Emeritus Prof. Wasan Udayachalerm is a Senior Consultant Cardiologist with extensive expertise in interventional cardiology and the management of complex cardiovascular diseases. He provides comprehensive care for patients with coronary artery disease, structural heart disease, peripheral vascular disease, and other advanced cardiovascular conditions using state-of-the-art catheter-based therapies and evidence-based treatment strategies. Prof. Wasan is highly experienced in complex coronary interventions, including chronic total occlusion (CTO) procedures, left main coronary interventions, bifurcation PCI, intravascular imaging, and physiological coronary assessment. His expertise also extends to structural heart interventions such as transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), atrial septal defect (ASD) closure, ventricular septal defect (VSD) closure, patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) closure, and left atrial appendage occluder implantation. Throughout his distinguished career, Prof. Wasan has contributed significantly to cardiovascular medicine through advanced clinical practice and international fellowship training in cardiovascular catheterization and balloon angioplasty. He remains committed to delivering innovative, patient-centered cardiovascular care using the latest interventional technologies.

Prof. Vichai Benjacholamas, MD

Heart & chest surgery · Bangkok

Prof. Vichai Benjacholamas is a distinguished Cardiothoracic Surgeon with extensive expertise in adult and pediatric cardiac surgery, coronary artery bypass surgery, heart valve surgery, and congenital heart defect repair. He provides comprehensive surgical management for patients with complex cardiovascular diseases, combining advanced surgical techniques with individualized treatment planning to achieve optimal outcomes. His areas of expertise include coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), cardiac valve replacement, Bentall procedures, congenital heart defect reconstruction, pediatric cardiac surgery, thoracic surgery, and minimally invasive cardiac procedures. Prof. Vichai is committed to delivering high-quality cardiovascular surgical care while collaborating closely with multidisciplinary heart teams to provide comprehensive treatment throughout the patient's recovery journey. In addition to his clinical excellence, Prof. Vichai has completed advanced fellowship training in pediatric cardiac surgery in Australia and has contributed to cardiovascular surgical research through academic publications, reflecting his dedication to advancing cardiac surgery and improving patient care.