Bangkok Hospital – Thailand
About Gp. Capt. Dr. Tayard Buranakarl
Gp. Capt. Dr. Tayard Buranakarl is a Senior Spine Surgeon and Director of the Bangkok Spine Academy with over 32 years of clinical and academic experience in minimally invasive and complex spine surgery. He is recognised as a leading Spine Surgeon Bangkok Thailand, sought after by international patients researching the best Spine Surgeon doctor in Thailand for scoliosis, multilevel cervical and reconstructive lumbar surgery.
- 32+ years of clinical and academic experience in spine surgery
- Director of Bangkok Spine Academy and Vice-President of Thai Spine Society
- UCLA-trained Spine Surgery Fellow (University of California, USA, 2000)
- Medtronic ASEAN Reference Surgeon and Asia-Pacific surgeon trainer
- Group Captain (Gp. Capt.) — Royal Thai Air Force (Bhumibol Adulyadej Hospital)
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MD (Doctor of Medicine) — Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand, 1989
- Orthopaedic Training — Bhumibol Adulyadej Hospital, Bangkok, Thailand, 1995
- Spine Surgery Training — Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand, 2000
Fellowships & Special Training
- Fellowship in Spine Surgery — UCLA School of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles, USA, 2000
- Fellowship in Spine Surgery — Bangkok Hospital Medical Center, Thailand, 2017
- Advanced training in Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MIS)
- Advanced training in Multilevel Cervical Treatments and Scoliosis
Certifications & Accreditations
- Thai Medical Council — Registered Specialist
- Royal College of Orthopaedic Surgeons of Thailand — Member
- Thai Spine Society — Vice-President
- Bangkok Spine Academy — Director
- Medtronic ASEAN — Reference Surgeon (Asia-Pacific surgeon training)
- Royal Thai Air Force — Group Captain (Gp. Capt.)
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Cervical Spine Disease (Multilevel)
- Lumbar Disc Herniation and Spinal Stenosis
- Scoliosis (Adult and Pediatric)
- Spinal Deformities and Reconstructive Spine Cases
- Spinal Trauma and Fractures
- Spinal Tumours
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Spondylolisthesis
Sub-specialties
- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MIS): Cutting-edge MIS techniques for cervical and lumbar conditions — a top draw for international patients seeking the best Spine Surgeon doctor in Thailand for minimally invasive spine surgery.
- Scoliosis & Spinal Deformity Surgery: Adult and pediatric scoliosis correction with pedicle screw and rod constructs.
- Reconstructive Lumbar & Multilevel Cervical Surgery: Complex spinal reconstruction and multilevel cervical fusion.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MIS)
- Multilevel Cervical Spine Surgery
- Scoliosis Correction Surgery
- Reconstructive Lumbar Surgery
- Spinal Fusion (Cervical, Thoracic, Lumbar)
- Microdiscectomy and Spinal Decompression
- Kyphoplasty and Vertebroplasty
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Bangkok Spine Academy / Bangkok Hospital Medical Center, Bangkok, Thailand — Director and Senior Consultant Spine Surgeon, Present
- Thai Spine Society — Vice-President, Present
Past Affiliations
- UCLA School of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles, USA — Fellowship in Spine Surgery, 2000
- Bhumibol Adulyadej Hospital, Royal Thai Air Force, Bangkok, Thailand — Orthopaedic Training (1995) and Senior Air Force Surgeon (Gp. Capt.)
- Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand — Spine Surgery Training, 2000
- Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand — Medical Education, 1989
Academic & Research Roles
- Director — Bangkok Spine Academy
- Vice-President — Thai Spine Society
- Medtronic ASEAN Reference Surgeon — Asia-Pacific surgeon training
- Speaker / faculty at international spine surgery meetings
Key Achievements
- 32+ years of clinical and academic experience in spine surgery
- Director of Bangkok Spine Academy and Vice-President of Thai Spine Society
- Group Captain rank in Royal Thai Air Force
- Asia-Pacific surgeon trainer for Medtronic — the world’s largest global spine technology company
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Group Captain (Gp. Capt.) — Royal Thai Air Force
Professional Memberships
- Royal College of Orthopaedic Surgeons of Thailand
- Thai Spine Society — Vice-President
- Bangkok Spine Academy — Director
- Thai Medical Council
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Multiple national and international contributions in spine surgery and minimally invasive spine techniques (full bibliographic list maintained on the Bangkok Spine Academy profile).
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Minimally invasive spine surgery (MIS)
- Scoliosis and spinal deformity
- Reconstructive lumbar and multilevel cervical surgery
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Spine Surgery Consultation | ₹4,000 – ₹10,000 | $50 – $120 |
| Lumbar / Cervical Microdiscectomy | ₹3,50,000 – ₹7,00,000 | $4,200 – $8,400 |
| Spinal Fusion Surgery (single level) | ₹5,00,000 – ₹12,00,000 | $6,000 – $14,400 |
| Scoliosis Correction Surgery | ₹7,50,000 – ₹18,00,000 | $9,000 – $21,600 |
| Kyphoplasty / Vertebroplasty | ₹2,50,000 – ₹6,00,000 | $3,000 – $7,200 |
*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 Gp. Capt. Dr. Tayard Buranakarl use in Spine Surgeon treatment?
Gp. Capt. Dr. Tayard Buranakarl uses cutting-edge spine surgery techniques including Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MIS), multilevel cervical fusion, scoliosis correction with pedicle screw and rod constructs, reconstructive lumbar surgery, microdiscectomy, kyphoplasty and vertebroplasty. Contact Cancer Rounds for a tailored technology overview specific to your case.
2. What conditions does Gp. Capt. Dr. Tayard Buranakarl specialize in treating?
Gp. Capt. Dr. Tayard Buranakarl specializes in spine surgery — including multilevel cervical spine disease, lumbar disc herniation, spinal stenosis, scoliosis, spinal deformities, spinal trauma, spinal tumours, degenerative disc disease and spondylolisthesis. International patients seek expert Spine Surgeon care in Bangkok under the supervision of Gp. Capt. Dr. Tayard Buranakarl.
3. How do I book an appointment with Gp. Capt. Dr. Tayard Buranakarl?
Appointments with Gp. Capt. Dr. Tayard Buranakarl 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 Gp. Capt. Dr. Tayard Buranakarl?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Gp. Capt. Dr. Tayard Buranakarl in Thailand, 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 Gp. Capt. Dr. Tayard Buranakarl offer second opinions for Spine Surgeon 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 Spine Surgeon specialist in Bangkok.
