Dr. Wipusit Taesombat

About Dr. Wipusit Taesombat

Asst. Prof. Dr. Wipusit Taesombat is a Senior Consultant Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary and Transplant Surgeon with 20+ years of clinical experience, recognised as one of the leading Liver Transplant Surgeon specialist in Bangkok, Thailand. He is widely consulted by international patients for liver transplantation, kidney transplantation, hepatocellular carcinoma, and complex hepato-pancreato-biliary surgery.

20+ years of clinical experience in hepatobiliary-pancreas surgery, liver transplantation, and laparoscopic surgery.
MD (2001) from Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand.
Diploma, Thai Board of General Surgery (2008) — Thailand.
Sub-specialty training in Liver and Kidney Transplantation.
Assistant Professor (Department of Surgery, Chulalongkorn University) and Consultant at Bumrungrad International Hospital and Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital; co-author of King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital’s Orthotopic Liver Transplantation programme report.

Qualifications & Credentials

Medical Degrees

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) — Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand, 2001

Fellowships & Special Training

Diploma, Thai Board of General Surgery — Thailand, 2008
Sub-specialty training in Hepatobiliary-Pancreas Surgery — Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok
Sub-specialty training in Liver and Kidney Transplantation — King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, Bangkok
Sub-specialty training in Laparoscopic and Minimally Invasive Surgery

Certifications & Accreditations

Thai Medical Council Registration
Thai Board of General Surgery
The Royal College of Surgeons of Thailand
Thai Transplantation Society — Member

Areas of Expertise

Major Conditions Treated

End-Stage Liver Disease (ESLD)
Liver Cirrhosis
Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC) / Liver Cancer
Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)
Pancreatic Cancer
Gallbladder Cancer
Hilar Bile Duct Disorders
Pancreatic Cysts & Tumours
Colorectal Liver Metastases
End-Stage Renal Disease (Kidney Transplant Candidates)
Hepatobiliary Stones & Strictures
Haemorrhoids & General Surgery Conditions

Sub-specialties

Liver Transplantation: King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital-trained expertise in orthotopic liver transplantation — a trusted Liver Transplant Surgeon in Bangkok for international patients seeking advanced liver transplantation in Thailand.
Kidney Transplantation: Living donor and deceased donor kidney transplant surgery.
Hepatobiliary-Pancreas Surgery: Liver resection, Whipple procedure, biliary reconstruction.
Laparoscopic Liver Surgery: Minimally invasive liver resection for HCC and colorectal metastases.

Advanced Procedures & Treatments

Orthotopic Liver Transplantation (Deceased Donor)
Living Donor Liver Transplantation (LDLT)
Pediatric Liver Transplantation
Living Donor Kidney Transplantation
Open Liver Resection
Laparoscopic Liver Resection
Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)
Distal Pancreatectomy
Biliary Reconstruction
Hepatic Artery Reconstruction
Simultaneous Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery and Liver Resection
Stapled Haemorrhoidectomy

List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr. Wipusit Taesombat can be consulted

Liver Cancer Bile Duct Cancer

Professional Experience

Current Affiliation

Bumrungrad International Hospital, Bangkok — Asst. Prof. Consultant Surgeon, General Surgery / Transplant Surgery, Present
Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital, Bangkok — Consultant Surgeon, Present
Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok — Assistant Professor, Department of Surgery, Present
King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital — Consultant Liver Transplant Surgeon, Present

Past Affiliations

King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, Bangkok — Liver Transplantation Training
Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok — Medical Training (2001) and Thai Board of General Surgery Training (2008)

Academic & Research Roles

Assistant Professor, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University
Co-author of King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital's Orthotopic Liver Transplantation programme
Author of multiple research papers on laparoscopic liver resection, pediatric liver transplantation, and colorectal liver metastases

Key Achievements

20+ years of clinical hepatobiliary and transplant surgery experience
Co-author on King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital's orthotopic liver transplantation report
Assistant Professor at Chulalongkorn University
Senior Consultant at Bumrungrad International Hospital — one of Asia's leading international hospitals

Awards & Recognitions

National & International Awards

Information not publicly available.

Professional Memberships

Thai Medical Council
Thai Board of General Surgery
The Royal College of Surgeons of Thailand
Thai Transplantation Society

Research & Publications

Published Papers (Selected)

Nonthasoot B, Sirichindakul B, Suphapol J, Taesombat W, Sutherasan M, Nivatvongs S. "Orthotopic Liver Transplantation at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital: A Report." J Med Assoc Thai. 2015;98(Suppl 1):S127-S130.
"A Comparison of Efficiency and Safety Between Dual and Triple Immunosuppressive Regimens in Pediatric Living Donor Liver Transplantation at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital."
"Benefits of Simultaneous Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery and Liver Resection for Colorectal Cancer With Synchronous Liver Metastases: Retrospective Case-Matched Study."
"Long-Term Outcomes of Laparoscopic Versus Open Liver Resection for Hepatocellular Carcinoma: Retrospective Case-Matched Study."

Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests

Liver transplantation outcomes
Laparoscopic liver resection for HCC and colorectal metastases
Pediatric living donor liver transplantation

Estimated Treatment Costs

Procedure / Consultation	Estimated Cost (INR)	Estimated Cost (USD)
Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Consultation	₹3,500 – ₹7,500	$45 – $90
Liver Transplantation (Deceased Donor)	₹35,00,000 – ₹65,00,000	$42,000 – $78,000
Living Donor Liver Transplantation	₹35,00,000 – ₹65,00,000	$42,000 – $78,000
Kidney Transplantation	₹14,00,000 – ₹28,00,000	$16,800 – $33,600
Laparoscopic Liver Resection	₹7,00,000 – ₹15,00,000	$8,400 – $18,000
Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)	₹6,50,000 – ₹14,00,000	$7,800 – $16,800
Stapled Haemorrhoidectomy	₹80,000 – ₹2,50,000	$1,000 – $3,000

*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 Asst. Prof. Dr. Wipusit Taesombat use in Liver Transplant Surgeon treatment?

Asst. Prof. Dr. Wipusit Taesombat uses advanced orthotopic liver transplantation protocols developed at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital (Thailand's pioneer LT centre since 1987), laparoscopic liver resection platforms, modern Whipple procedure instrumentation, dual and triple immunosuppressive regimens, and minimally invasive surgical workflows at Bumrungrad International Hospital.

2. What conditions does Asst. Prof. Dr. Wipusit Taesombat specialize in treating?

Asst. Prof. Dr. Wipusit Taesombat specialises in end-stage liver disease, liver cirrhosis, hepatocellular carcinoma (liver cancer), cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancer), pancreatic cancer, gallbladder cancer, hilar bile duct disorders, pancreatic cysts and tumours, colorectal liver metastases, end-stage renal disease (kidney transplant candidates), hepatobiliary stones and strictures, and general surgery conditions. He is regarded as one of the leading Liver Transplant Surgeon and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgeon specialist in Bangkok, Thailand.

3. How do I book an appointment with Asst. Prof. Dr. Wipusit Taesombat?

Appointments with Asst. Prof. Dr. Wipusit Taesombat 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 Asst. Prof. Dr. Wipusit Taesombat?

Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Asst. Prof. Dr. Wipusit Taesombat, including medical visa invitation letters, airport transfers, and local accommodation coordination — especially valuable for international liver and kidney transplant candidates.

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 Asst. Prof. Dr. Wipusit Taesombat offer second opinions for Liver Transplant 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 Liver Transplant Surgeon and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgeon specialist in Bangkok, Thailand.

About Dr. Wipusit Taesombat