Dr Thawatchai Boonpadhanapong
Dr Thawatchai Boonpadhanapong is an experienced Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon at Yanhee International Hospital in Bangkok, with extensive international training in rhinoplasty, reconstructive microsurgery, cleft surgery and facial procedures.
He has undertaken advanced training across the United States, Taiwan and Canada, and is known for his extensive surgical experience, reconstructive expertise and detailed surgical planning for international patients travelling to Thailand for cosmetic surgery.
Professional Background
Specialty
Plastic Surgery
Medical Education
1984 – Doctor of Medicine, King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital
Current Position
2004 – Present — Plastic Surgeon, Yanhee International Hospital
Languages Spoken
Thai, English
Medical Experience & Specialty Training
Medical Experience
- 2004 – Present — Plastic Surgeon, Yanhee International Hospital
- Rajavithi Hospital
Specialty Training
- 1998 – Plastic Surgery, Chulalongkorn Hospital
- 1996 – General Surgery, Khon Kaen Hospital
International Training
United States & Canada
- 2007 – Dallas Rhinoplasty Symposium, UT Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas, USA
- 2002 – Division of Plastic Surgery, Toronto General Hospital, Toronto, Canada
- 2001 – Plastic Surgery Associates, Jackson, Mississippi, USA
- 2001 – Christine M. Kleinert Institute, Louisville, Kentucky, USA
Asia Training & Workshops
- 2006 – Reconstructive Microsurgery Workshop, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Taiwan
- 2008 – Live Surgery Workshop on Dissolvable Thread Lift, Bangkok
- 2007 – IMCAS Asia International Master Course on Aging Skin
- 2007 – Live Surgery Course on Gluteal Implants
Publications & Academic Contributions
Medical Publications
- 2001 – “Scalp Replantation: A Case Report of Long Ischemic Time”
- 1998 – “Sensory Changes after Sagittal Split Mandibular Setback Osteotomy”
- 1995 – “The Uncommon Presentation of Arteriovenous Fistula”
International Academic Contributions
- Contributor to “The Radiological Accident in Samutprakarn” — International Atomic Energy Agency, Vienna
- 2001 – “Radiation Accident in Thailand” — IAEA Regional Training Course, Japan
Professional Credentials
Professional Memberships
- International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons
- Society of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeons of Thailand
- Fellow of the International College of Surgeons
- Royal College of Surgeons of Thailand
Areas of Interest
- Rhinoplasty
- Facial Surgery
- Reconstructive Microsurgery
- Body Contouring Procedures
Patient Experiences
Rhinoplasty Patient
“Dr Thawatchai was incredibly detailed and professional throughout my surgery journey in Thailand. He explained every stage clearly and I felt reassured from the very beginning.”
“The care at Yanhee International Hospital was excellent and my results look very natural.”
Australian Facial Surgery Patient
“Travelling overseas for surgery felt overwhelming at first, but Karen and Dr Thawatchai made the entire experience smooth, supportive and well organised.”
“I’m incredibly happy with my outcome and felt supported throughout recovery in Bangkok.”
Important: Thailand Cosmetic Surgery is an Australian-managed coordination service. All procedures are performed directly by qualified surgeons at accredited hospitals in Thailand.