Dr. Prakasit Chirappapha

About Dr. Prakasit Chirappapha

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Prakasit Chirappapha is a Senior Consultant Oncologist with 20+ years of clinical and academic experience, recognised as one of the leading breast oncology specialist in Bangkok, Thailand. He is internationally trained at the European Institute of Oncology in Milan and is widely consulted by international patients for breast cancer management, oncoplastic breast surgery, and general surgical oncology.

20+ years of clinical experience in oncology, surgical oncology, and oncoplastic breast surgery.
MD (2001) from Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand.
Diplomate, Thai Board of General Surgery (2007); Diplomate, Thai Sub-Board of Surgical Oncology (2008).
Research Fellowship in Oncoplastic Breast Surgery (2014) — European Institute of Oncology, Milan, Italy.
Associate Professor (2020–Present), Breast and Endocrine Surgery Unit, Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University.

Qualifications & Credentials

Medical Degrees

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) — Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand, 2001

Fellowships & Special Training

Diplomate, Thai Board of General Surgery — Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, 2007
Diplomate, Thai Sub-Board of Surgical Oncology — Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, 2008
Research Fellowship in Oncoplastic Breast Surgery — European Institute of Oncology, Milan, Italy, 2014
Internship — Udonthani Hospital, Thailand

Certifications & Accreditations

Thai Medical Council Registration
Thai Board of General Surgery
Thai Sub-Board of Surgical Oncology
Royal College of Surgeons of Thailand
Thai Breast Society
Member of Umberto Veronesi, European Institute of Oncology, Milan

Areas of Expertise

Major Conditions Treated

Breast Cancer (All Stages)
Triple-Negative Breast Cancer (TNBC)
Phyllodes Tumours
Borderline Phyllodes Tumours
Benign Breast Disorders
Fibroadenoma
Hereditary Breast Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcomas
Lymphoma
Ovarian Cancer (Co-Care)
Solid Tumours

Sub-specialties

Oncoplastic Breast Surgery: Milan-trained (European Institute of Oncology) expertise in oncoplastic breast techniques — a trusted Medical Oncologist in Bangkok for international breast cancer patients seeking advanced breast cancer surgery in Thailand.
Breast Cancer Medical & Surgical Management: Comprehensive multidisciplinary breast cancer care including systemic therapy coordination.
Academic Surgical Oncology: Associate Professor at Ramathibodi Hospital with active research in breast cancer outcomes.

Advanced Procedures & Treatments

Breast-Conserving Surgery (Lumpectomy)
Modified Radical Mastectomy
Skin-Sparing & Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy
Oncoplastic Breast Surgery
Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Breast Reconstruction (Co-Care)
Targeted Therapy & Hormonal Therapy Coordination
Chemotherapy Coordination
Wide Local Excision of Phyllodes Tumours

List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr. Prakasit Chirappapha can be consulted

Breast Cancer

Professional Experience

Current Affiliation

Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok — Associate Professor, Breast and Endocrine Surgery Unit, Department of Surgery, 2020–Present
Bumrungrad International Hospital, Bangkok — Senior Consultant, Surgical Oncology, Present
Praram 9 Hospital, Bangkok — Consultant Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon, Present
Vichaiyut Hospital, Bangkok — Consultant, General Surgery and Surgical Oncology, Present
Thainakarin Hospital, Bangkok — Consultant Medical Oncologist, Present

Past Affiliations

European Institute of Oncology, Milan, Italy — Research Fellowship in Oncoplastic Breast Surgery (2014)

Academic & Research Roles

Associate Professor, Breast and Endocrine Surgery Unit, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University
Active researcher with multiple international peer-reviewed publications

Key Achievements

20+ years of clinical and academic experience
Milan-trained at European Institute of Oncology (Umberto Veronesi)
Associate Professor at Ramathibodi Hospital — one of Thailand's premier surgical oncology centres
Multiple peer-reviewed publications on oncoplastic breast surgery

Awards & Recognitions

National & International Awards

Information not publicly available.

Professional Memberships

Thai Medical Council
Royal College of Surgeons of Thailand
Thai Breast Society
Umberto Veronesi, European Institute of Oncology, Milan

Research & Publications

Published Papers (Selected)

Chirappapha P, Lertsithichai P, Sukarayothin T, Leesombatpaiboon M, Supsamutchai C, Kongdan Y. "Oncoplastic techniques in breast surgery for special therapeutic problems." Gland Surg. 2016;5(1):75-82. DOI: 10.3978/j.issn.2227-684X.2015.05.04. PMID: 26855912.
Lapkittichot S, Chirappapha P, Rermluk N. "Borderline phyllodes tumor arising in accessory breast tissue at the axilla." Radiol Case Rep. 2022;17(4):1110-1114. DOI: 10.1016/j.radcr.2022.01.024. PMID: 35169410.
Pornchai S, Chirappapha P, Pipatsakulroj W, Lertsithichai P, Vassanasiri W, Sitathanee C, Kongdan Y, Sukarayothin T, Leesombatpaiboon M. Clin Case Rep. 2018;6(4):678-685. DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.1428. PMID: 29636939.
Chirappapha P, Adireklarpwong L, Lertsithichai P, et al. "Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - Global Open." 2024;12(2):E5568.
Schreier S, Budchart P, Borwornpinyo S, Arpornwirat W, Lertsithichai P, Chirappapha P, Triampo W. "Journal of Cancer Research and Clinical Oncology." 2023;149(8):4347-4358.

Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests

Oncoplastic breast surgery
Triple-negative breast cancer outcomes
Breast cancer recurrence prediction and biomarkers

Estimated Treatment Costs

Procedure / Consultation	Estimated Cost (INR)	Estimated Cost (USD)
Oncology Consultation	₹3,000 – ₹6,500	$35 – $80
Breast-Conserving Surgery (Lumpectomy)	₹2,00,000 – ₹4,50,000	$2,400 – $5,400
Modified Radical Mastectomy	₹2,80,000 – ₹6,50,000	$3,400 – $7,800
Oncoplastic Breast Surgery	₹3,00,000 – ₹7,50,000	$3,600 – $9,000
Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy	₹80,000 – ₹2,00,000	$1,000 – $2,400
Chemotherapy (per cycle, regimen-dependent)	₹20,000 – ₹1,50,000	$240 – $1,800

*Indicative estimates only. Actual costs subject to hospital pricing, case complexity, and insurance. Contact Cancer Rounds for a personalised quote.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What advanced technologies does Assoc. Prof. Dr. Prakasit Chirappapha use in Medical Oncologist treatment?

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Prakasit Chirappapha uses oncoplastic breast surgery platforms learned at the European Institute of Oncology, sentinel lymph node biopsy techniques, modern targeted therapy and immunotherapy protocols, and contemporary multidisciplinary breast cancer care. His Milan training underpins evidence-based, internationally validated breast oncology.

2. What conditions does Assoc. Prof. Dr. Prakasit Chirappapha specialize in treating?

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Prakasit Chirappapha specialises in breast cancer (all stages including TNBC), phyllodes tumours, borderline phyllodes tumours, benign breast disorders, fibroadenoma, hereditary breast cancer, soft tissue sarcomas, lymphoma, and ovarian cancer co-care. He is regarded as one of the best Medical Oncologist specialist for breast oncology in Bangkok, Thailand.

3. How do I book an appointment with Assoc. Prof. Dr. Prakasit Chirappapha?

Appointments with Assoc. Prof. Dr. Prakasit Chirappapha can be booked directly through the Cancer Rounds website or by contacting their international patient department for priority scheduling.

4. Can international patients receive treatment from Assoc. Prof. Dr. Prakasit Chirappapha?

Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Assoc. Prof. Dr. Prakasit Chirappapha, including medical visa invitation letters, airport transfers, and local accommodation coordination.

5. What support is available for international patients?

International patients benefit from a dedicated concierge service provided by Cancer Rounds, including language interpretation, financial counselling, and pre-travel virtual consultations to review medical records before arrival.

6. Does Assoc. Prof. Dr. Prakasit Chirappapha offer second opinions for Medical Oncologist cases?

Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients who wish to review their diagnosis or treatment plan with an expert Medical Oncologist specialist in Bangkok, Thailand.