Praram 9 Hospital, Bangkok – Thailand
About Dr. Rattalerk Arunakul
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Rattalerk Arunakul is a Senior Orthopaedic and Spine Surgeon with over 24 years of clinical experience in endoscopic spine surgery, minimally invasive spine surgery, adult reconstructive spine surgery and pediatric spinal deformity. He is recognised as a leading Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon, Spine Surgeon Bangkok Thailand, sought after by international patients researching the best Spine Surgeon doctor in Thailand for endoscopic and pediatric scoliosis surgery.
- 24+ years of clinical experience in orthopaedic and spine surgery
- MD from Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand, 1999
- Pediatric Spinal Deformity Fellow — Rady’s Children Hospital, UC San Diego, USA
- Spinal Surgery Clinical Fellow — Yale School of Medicine, USA, 2010–2011
- Senior Consultant at Bumrungrad International Hospital + Praram 9 Hospital
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MD (Doctor of Medicine) — Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand, 1993–1999
- Internship — Srinakarind Hospital, Khon Kaen University, Thailand, 1999–2000
- Resident, Department of Orthopaedics — Srinagarind Hospital, Khon Kaen University, Thailand, 2000–2004
- Diploma of the Thai Board of Orthopaedic Surgery — Thai Medical Council, Thailand
Fellowships & Special Training
- Clinical Instructor, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery — Faculty of Medicine, Thammasat University, Thailand, 2004
- Research Associate and Clinical Observer of Spine Surgery — Orthopaedic Specialty Institute, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, School of Medicine, University of California Irvine, Orange, CA, USA, 2007–2009
- International Fellow in Pediatric Spinal Deformity — Rady’s Children Hospital, School of Medicine, University of California San Diego, USA, 2008–2009
- Research Scholar & Visiting Scientist of Basic Research in Spine Surgery — Department of Surgery, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles + The Spine Institute, Santa Monica, California, USA, 2009–2010
- Clinical Fellow in Spinal Surgery — Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation, Yale School of Medicine, USA, 2010–2011
Certifications & Accreditations
- Thai Medical Council — Registered Specialist
- Thai Board of Orthopaedic Surgery — Diplomate
- Royal College of Orthopaedic Surgeons of Thailand — Member
- Associate Professor — Thammasat University
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Pediatric Spinal Deformity (Scoliosis, Kyphosis)
- Adult Spinal Deformity
- Cervical and Lumbar Disc Hernia
- Spinal Stenosis and Spondylolisthesis
- Spinal Tumours and Spinal Trauma
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Hip and Knee Osteoarthritis (Joint Replacement)
- Revision Spine Surgery
Sub-specialties
- Endoscopic and Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery: Yale and UC Irvine–trained MIS spine techniques — a top focus for international patients seeking the best Spine Surgeon doctor in Thailand for endoscopic spine surgery.
- Pediatric Spinal Deformity: UC San Diego (Rady’s Children Hospital)–trained pediatric spinal deformity correction.
- Adult Reconstructive Spine Surgery: Cedars-Sinai and The Spine Institute (Santa Monica)–trained adult spinal reconstruction.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Endoscopic Spine Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MIS)
- Pediatric Scoliosis and Kyphosis Correction
- Adult Spinal Deformity Reconstruction
- Spinal Fusion (Cervical, Thoracic, Lumbar)
- Microdiscectomy and Decompression
- Total Hip and Knee Replacement
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Bumrungrad International Hospital, Bangkok, Thailand — Senior Consultant Spine Surgeon, Present
- Praram 9 Hospital, Bangkok, Thailand — Affiliated Consultant Spine Surgeon
- Faculty of Medicine, Thammasat University, Bangkok, Thailand — Associate Professor, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
Past Affiliations
- Yale School of Medicine, USA — Clinical Fellow in Spinal Surgery, 2010–2011
- Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles + The Spine Institute, Santa Monica, USA — Research Scholar and Visiting Scientist, 2009–2010
- Rady’s Children Hospital, UC San Diego, USA — International Fellow in Pediatric Spinal Deformity, 2008–2009
- UC Irvine, Orange, CA, USA — Research Associate and Clinical Observer of Spine Surgery, 2007–2009
- Srinagarind Hospital, Khon Kaen University, Thailand — Orthopaedic Residency, 2000–2004
Academic & Research Roles
- Associate Professor, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery — Faculty of Medicine, Thammasat University
- PubMed-indexed co-author with Peter O. Newton (UC San Diego) on thoracoscopic anterior release in spinal deformity
- Active member of Thai Spine Society and Royal College of Orthopaedic Surgeons of Thailand
Key Achievements
- 24+ years of clinical experience in orthopaedic and spine surgery
- Multiple US fellowships at UC Irvine, UC San Diego, Cedars-Sinai and Yale School of Medicine
- Published in international peer-reviewed spine journals
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Information not publicly available in detail.
Professional Memberships
- Thai Medical Council
- Thai Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
- Royal College of Orthopaedic Surgeons of Thailand
- Thai Spine Society
- Scoliosis Research Society (international)
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Arunakul R, Peterson A, Bartley CE, Cidambi KR, Varley ES, Newton PO. “The 15-Year Evolution of the Thoracoscopic Anterior Release: Does It Still Have a Role?” PubMed-indexed publication.
- Multiple international and national publications on pediatric spinal deformity and minimally invasive spine surgery (full bibliographic list maintained on PubMed).
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Endoscopic and minimally invasive spine surgery
- Pediatric spinal deformity
- Adult reconstructive spine 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 |
| Pediatric Scoliosis Correction | ₹7,50,000 – ₹18,00,000 | $9,000 – $21,600 |
| Endoscopic / Minimally Invasive Spine 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. Rattalerk Arunakul use in Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon, Spine Surgeon treatment?
Dr. Rattalerk Arunakul uses advanced orthopaedic and spine surgical techniques including endoscopic spine surgery, minimally invasive spine surgery (MIS), pediatric scoliosis and kyphosis correction, adult spinal deformity reconstruction, spinal fusion, microdiscectomy and decompression, and total hip and knee replacement. Contact Cancer Rounds for a tailored technology overview specific to your case.
2. What conditions does Dr. Rattalerk Arunakul specialize in treating?
Dr. Rattalerk Arunakul specializes in orthopaedic and spine surgery — including pediatric spinal deformity, adult spinal deformity, cervical and lumbar disc hernia, spinal stenosis and spondylolisthesis, spinal tumours and trauma, degenerative disc disease, hip and knee osteoarthritis and revision spine surgery. International patients seek expert Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon, Spine Surgeon care in Bangkok under the supervision of Dr. Rattalerk Arunakul.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Rattalerk Arunakul?
Appointments with Dr. Rattalerk Arunakul 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. Rattalerk Arunakul?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Rattalerk Arunakul 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. Rattalerk Arunakul offer second opinions for Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon, 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 Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon, Spine Surgeon specialist in Bangkok.
