Vejthani Hospital, Bangkok – Thailand
About Dr. Chaiyos Chaichankul
Dr. Chaiyos Chaichankul is a Senior Consultant Orthopaedic and Spine Surgeon with 22+ years of clinical experience, recognised as one of the most internationally-trained Spine Surgeon specialist in Bangkok, Thailand. He is widely consulted by international patients for spine-related disorders, arthroplasty, minimally invasive and endoscopic spine surgery, and complex spinal pathologies, with 3,000+ spine surgeries performed.
- 22+ years of clinical experience in orthopaedic and spine surgery; 3,000+ spine surgeries performed.
- MD (2002) from Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand.
- Diploma, Thai Board of Orthopedic Surgery (2007) — Chulalongkorn University; Master's in Biomedical Engineering (2008) — Chulalongkorn.
- Fellowship in Spine Surgery (2009) — Department of Orthopedics, Chulalongkorn University; Fellowship in Orthopedic Trauma (2012–2013) — Stanford School of Medicine, CA, USA.
- Fellowship in Orthopedic Trauma and Spine Surgery (2013–2014) — NYU Hospital for Joint Disease, New York, USA; pioneered AR-based Caduceus S surgical navigation system in Thailand in 2024.
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- Doctor of Medicine (M.D., Second Class Honor) — Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand, 1997–2002
- Master's Degree in Biomedical Engineering — Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand, 2008
Fellowships & Special Training
- Diploma, Thai Board of Orthopedic Surgery — Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand, 2007
- Fellowship in Spine Surgery — Department of Orthopedics, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand, 2009
- Fellowship in Orthopedic Trauma — Stanford School of Medicine, CA, USA, 2012–2013
- Fellowship in Orthopedic Trauma and Spine Surgery — NYU Hospital for Joint Disease, New York, USA, 2013–2014
Certifications & Accreditations
- Thai Medical Council Registration
- Thai Board of Orthopedic Surgery
- The Royal College of Orthopedic Surgeons of Thailand
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Disc Herniation (Lumbar & Cervical)
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spinal Tumours
- Spinal Trauma & Fractures
- Spinal Deformities
- Scoliosis
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Cervical Spine Disorders
- Vertebral Compression Fractures
- Hip & Knee Osteoarthritis
- Adult Reconstruction Cases
Sub-specialties
- Minimally Invasive & Endoscopic Spine Surgery: US (Stanford & NYU) trained expertise in advanced minimally invasive spine surgery — a trusted Spine Surgeon in Bangkok for international patients seeking advanced endoscopic spine surgery in Thailand.
- Spine Tumour Surgery: Specialist expertise in spine tumour resection.
- AR-Guided Surgical Navigation: Pioneered AR-based Caduceus S surgical navigation system in Thailand (2024) for precision-guided spine procedures.
- Biomedical Engineering Integration: Master's in Biomedical Engineering supports innovation in surgical technology.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Microdiscectomy
- Endoscopic Spine Surgery
- AR-Guided Navigation Spine Surgery
- Spine Tumour Resection
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion (TLIF, OLIF, ALIF)
- Anterior Cervical Discectomy & Fusion (ACDF)
- Kyphoplasty / Vertebroplasty
- Cervical Spine Surgery
- Lumbar Disc Replacement
- Laminectomy & Foraminotomy
- Spinal Deformity Correction
- Total Joint Replacement (Arthroplasty)
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Vejthani Hospital, Bangkok — Senior Consultant Spine Surgeon, JCI-Accredited Spine Center, Present
- Phyathai Hospital, Bangkok — Consultant Spine Surgeon, Present
- Piyavate Hospital, Bangkok — Consultant Orthopaedic and Spine Surgeon, Present
- Thailand Veterans General Hospital — Head, Minimally Invasive Surgery Spine and Joints Center, 2019–Present
Past Affiliations
- Veterans General Hospital — Staff, Department of Orthopedics (2014)
- Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University — Assisting Staff, Department of Orthopedics (2013)
- NYU Hospital for Joint Disease, New York, USA — Trauma and Spine Surgery Fellowship (2013–2014)
- Stanford School of Medicine, CA, USA — Trauma Fellowship (2012–2013)
- Queen Sirikit Hospital — Internship (2002–2005)
Academic & Research Roles
- Head, Minimally Invasive Surgery Spine and Joints Center, Thailand Veterans General Hospital
- Active researcher in spine surgery, biomedical engineering, and AR-guided navigation
Key Achievements
- 22+ years of clinical orthopaedic and spine surgery experience
- 3,000+ spine surgeries performed
- Pioneered the first AR-guided spine surgery in Thailand with Caduceus S surgical navigation system at Thailand Veterans General Hospital (July 2024)
- Dual US fellowships at Stanford and NYU
- Master's in Biomedical Engineering bridging clinical and engineering expertise
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Information not publicly available.
Professional Memberships
- Thai Medical Council
- Thai Board of Orthopedic Surgery
- The Royal College of Orthopedic Surgeons of Thailand
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Chaichankul C, Tanavalee A, Itiravivong P. "Anthropometric measurements of knee joints in Thai population: Correlation to the sizing of current knee prostheses." The Knee. 2011;18(1):5-10. DOI: 10.1016/j.knee.2009.12.005.
- Wangroongsub Y, Chaichankul C. "A modified posterior spinal fusion technique: surgical technique and clinical outcome in minimal 2-year follow-up." Asian Biomedicine. 2012;6(5):723-729. DOI: 10.5372/1905-7415.0605.113.
- Yingsakmongkol W, Chaichankul C, Limthongkul W. The International Journal of Spine Surgery. 2014;8:32. DOI: 10.14444/1032.
- Chaichankul C, Chaichankul C. "Fracture motion in distal tibial rodding: Effect of obliquity, load, and locking screw pattern." Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand. 2017;100(12):1274-1282.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Minimally invasive and endoscopic spine surgery
- AR-guided surgical navigation
- Biomedical engineering applications in spine surgery
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Orthopaedic / Spine Consultation | ₹3,500 – ₹7,500 | $45 – $90 |
| Microdiscectomy | ₹2,80,000 – ₹6,50,000 | $3,400 – $7,800 |
| Endoscopic Spine Surgery | ₹3,50,000 – ₹8,50,000 | $4,200 – $10,200 |
| AR-Guided Navigation Spine Surgery | ₹5,00,000 – ₹12,00,000 | $6,000 – $14,400 |
| Lumbar Spinal Fusion (TLIF / OLIF) | ₹4,50,000 – ₹11,00,000 | $5,400 – $13,200 |
| Anterior Cervical Discectomy & Fusion (ACDF) | ₹4,00,000 – ₹9,00,000 | $4,800 – $10,800 |
| Spine Tumour Resection | ₹5,50,000 – ₹13,00,000 | $6,600 – $15,600 |
*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 Dr. Chaiyos Chaichankul use in Spine Surgeon and Orthopaedic treatment?
Dr. Chaiyos Chaichankul pioneered the AR-based Caduceus S surgical navigation system in Thailand (2024), uses minimally invasive endoscopic spine platforms learned at Stanford and NYU, advanced spinal fusion (TLIF, OLIF, ALIF) systems, microdiscectomy technology, and modern biomedical engineering-integrated surgical workflows.
2. What conditions does Dr. Chaiyos Chaichankul specialize in treating?
Dr. Chaiyos Chaichankul specialises in lumbar and cervical disc herniation, spinal stenosis, spondylolisthesis, spinal tumours, spinal trauma and fractures, spinal deformities, scoliosis, degenerative disc disease, cervical spine disorders, vertebral compression fractures, hip and knee osteoarthritis, and adult reconstruction. He is regarded as one of the most internationally-trained Spine Surgeon specialist in Bangkok, Thailand.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Chaiyos Chaichankul?
Appointments with Dr. Chaiyos Chaichankul 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 Dr. Chaiyos Chaichankul?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Chaiyos Chaichankul, including medical visa invitation letters, airport transfers, and local accommodation coordination at Vejthani's JCI-accredited international centre.
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 imaging and medical records before arrival.
6. Does Dr. Chaiyos Chaichankul 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 surgical plan with an expert Spine Surgeon specialist in Bangkok, Thailand.
