Dr. Kraisri Chantra

About Dr. Kraisri Chantra

Asst. Prof. Dr. Kraisri Chantra is a Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon with over 31 years of clinical and academic experience in skull base surgery, vascular neurosurgery, microvascular decompression and complex brain and spine surgery. He is recognised as a leading Neurosurgeon Bangkok Thailand, sought after by international patients researching the best Neurosurgeon doctor in Thailand for skull base, brain tumour and aneurysm care.

31+ years of clinical and academic experience in adult neurosurgery
MD from Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand, 1993
Diploma of the Thai Board of Neurosurgery, 1998
Fellowship in Skull Base Surgery — International Neuroscience Institute (INI), Hannover, Germany, 2004
Fellowship in Vascular Neurosurgery — Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI), Phoenix, USA, 2004–2008

Qualifications & Credentials

Medical Degrees

MD (Doctor of Medicine) — Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand, 1993
Diploma of the Thai Board of Neurosurgery — Thai Medical Council, Thailand, 1998

Fellowships & Special Training

Fellowship in Minimally Invasive Neurosurgery, Skull Base Surgery, Key Hole Surgery and Endoscopic Surgery — International Neuroscience Institute (INI), Hannover, Germany, 2004
Fellowship in Vascular Neurosurgery — Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI), Phoenix, Arizona, USA, 2004–2008
Advanced training in IV Thrombolysis and Stroke Management Programmes

Certifications & Accreditations

Thai Medical Council — Registered Specialist
Thai Board of Neurosurgery — Diplomate
Royal College of Surgeons of Thailand — Member
Assistant Professor — Faculty of Medicine, King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, Chulalongkorn University

Areas of Expertise

Major Conditions Treated

Skull Base Tumours (Acoustic Neuroma, Meningioma)
Brain Tumours (Glioma, Meningioma, Pituitary)
Cerebral Aneurysms and AVMs
Trigeminal Neuralgia and Hemifacial Spasm
Cervical and Lumbar Spine Disorders
Acute Stroke (IV Thrombolysis Programme)
Pediatric and Neonatal Neurosurgical Conditions
Hydrocephalus and Endoscopic Surgery

Sub-specialties

Skull Base Surgery: INI Hannover (Germany)–trained skull base and key-hole neurosurgery — a top focus for international patients seeking the best Neurosurgeon doctor in Thailand for skull base care.
Vascular Neurosurgery: Barrow Neurological Institute (Phoenix, USA)–trained cerebrovascular surgery for aneurysms and AVMs.
Microvascular Decompression (MVD): Treatment of trigeminal neuralgia and hemifacial spasm.

Advanced Procedures & Treatments

Skull Base Tumour Surgery
Brain Tumour Microsurgery (Adult and Pediatric)
Surgical Clipping of Intracranial Aneurysms
AVM Surgery and Endovascular Treatment
Microvascular Decompression (MVD)
Key Hole and Endoscopic Brain Surgery
IV Thrombolysis for Acute Stroke

List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr. Kraisri Chantra can be consulted

Professional Experience

Current Affiliation

Bumrungrad International Hospital, Bangkok, Thailand — Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon, Present
Faculty of Medicine, King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand — Department of Neurosurgery, Assistant Professor
Piyavate Hospital, Bangkok, Thailand — Affiliated Consultant Neurosurgeon, Department of Neurosurgery

Past Affiliations

Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI), Phoenix, Arizona, USA — Vascular Neurosurgery Fellow, 2004–2008
International Neuroscience Institute (INI), Hannover, Germany — Skull Base Surgery Fellow, 2004
Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand — Neurosurgery Training, 1998
Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand — Medical Education, 1993

Academic & Research Roles

Assistant Professor — Department of Neurosurgery, King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital
Co-author on peer-reviewed publications including the Journal of the Peripheral Nervous System
Active speaker at Thai and international neurosurgery meetings

Key Achievements

The Best Student Award and Representative in Thai Physician Association of America Award
Two international fellowships (INI Germany + BNI USA) in skull base and vascular neurosurgery
Senior Consultant at Bumrungrad — first JCI-accredited hospital in Asia

Awards & Recognitions

National & International Awards

The Best Student Award
Representative in Thai Physician Association of America Award

Professional Memberships

Thai Medical Council
Thai Board of Neurosurgery
Royal College of Surgeons of Thailand
Neurological Society of Thailand

Research & Publications

Published Papers (Selected)

Co-author on Wiley Online Library publication in Journal of the Peripheral Nervous System on cisplatin-induced neuropathy and structural changes in neurons.
Multiple international and national publications on skull base and vascular neurosurgery (full bibliographic list maintained on Wiley Online Library and PubMed).

Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests

Skull base surgery and key-hole neurosurgery
Vascular neurosurgery and stroke management
Microvascular decompression for cranial nerve disorders

Estimated Treatment Costs

Procedure / Consultation	Estimated Cost (INR)	Estimated Cost (USD)
Neurosurgery Consultation	₹4,000 – ₹10,000	$50 – $120
Lumbar / Cervical Disc Surgery (Microdiscectomy)	₹3,50,000 – ₹7,00,000	$4,200 – $8,400
Spine Fusion Surgery	₹5,00,000 – ₹12,00,000	$6,000 – $14,400
Brain Tumour / Aneurysm Surgery	₹5,50,000 – ₹14,00,000	$6,600 – $16,800
Skull Base / Endoscopic Surgery	₹4,00,000 – ₹11,00,000	$4,800 – $13,200

*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 Dr. Kraisri Chantra use in Neurosurgeon treatment?

Dr. Kraisri Chantra uses advanced neurosurgical techniques including skull base tumour surgery, brain tumour microsurgery (adult and pediatric), surgical clipping of intracranial aneurysms, AVM surgery and endovascular treatment, microvascular decompression (MVD), key-hole and endoscopic brain surgery, and IV thrombolysis for acute stroke. Contact Cancer Rounds for a tailored technology overview specific to your case.

2. What conditions does Dr. Kraisri Chantra specialize in treating?

Dr. Kraisri Chantra specializes in adult and pediatric neurosurgery — including skull base tumours (acoustic neuroma, meningioma), brain tumours, cerebral aneurysms and AVMs, trigeminal neuralgia and hemifacial spasm, cervical and lumbar spine disorders, acute stroke, pediatric and neonatal neurosurgical conditions, and hydrocephalus. International patients seek expert Neurosurgeon care in Bangkok under the supervision of Dr. Kraisri Chantra.

3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Kraisri Chantra?

Appointments with Dr. Kraisri Chantra 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. Kraisri Chantra?

Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Kraisri Chantra 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 Dr. Kraisri Chantra offer second opinions for Neurosurgeon 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 Neurosurgeon specialist in Bangkok.

About Dr. Kraisri Chantra