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Dr. Pongpol Petchkum

Dr. Pongpol Petchkum

Orthopedic Surgeon ·
, Bangkok, Thailand

14 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: English, Thai

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About Dr. Pongpol Petchkum

  • Dr. Pongpol Petchkum is Bangkok's top Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon.
  • He is a member of the Thai Medical Council.
  • Dr. Pongpol Petchkum has attained an MD (2005) from Siriraj Hospital, Thailand.
  • He is a post-graduate in Orthopaedics (2011) from Bhumibol Adulyadej Hospital, Thailand.
  • He is trained in Orthopaedic Traumatology (2017) from Charité – University Medicine Berlin, Germany.
  • Dr. Pongpol Petchkum is proficient in English and Thai.

Conditions treated by Dr. Pongpol Petchkum

  • Minimally Invasive Hip Replacement
  • ACL Reconstruction
  • Ankle Arthroscopy

Area of Interest

  • Foot and Ankle Orthopaedic Surgery

Qualification

  • Orthopaedic Surgery, Bhumibol Adulyadej Hospital, Thailand (2011)
  • Doctor of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Thailand (2005)

Memberships (1)

  • Thai Medical Council

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Procedures Performed

Arthrodesis
Arthroscopic (minimally invasive) ankle surgery
Arthroscopic Bankart repair
Autologous Chondrocyte Implantation (ACI)
Bone Reconstruction
Boutonniere Deformity Treatment
Shoulder Arthroscopy

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Pongpol Petchkum is available to teleconsult on the MediGence platform.

The consultation can last from 15 to 30 minutes. Depending on the patient’s queries and the doctor's medical suggestions, it may exceed the estimated time.

We have Medical specialists and board-certified doctors on our panel of doctors. The consultation will be organised within 24 to 48 hours, or based on the availability of the doctor and the patient.

No, the follow-up consultation fee is not included in the consultation price. The patient will be required to re-book the consultation.

The option to share your medical records is available between the steps of the form provided to you on the website.

Yes. If you are satisfied with the consultation, you can go ahead with treatment packages for your diagnosis with the help of our case managers.

Yes. Our case manager will provide the cost estimate, including the doctor’s opinion, the cost estimate, and crucial information about travelling to your medical destination.

FAQ's Related to Orthopedic Surgeon

If you have difficulty moving a limb, chronic pain, discomfort or stiffness in the muscles or joints, or an injury such as a fracture, sprain, or strain that doesn't improve over time, you must visit an orthopaedic doctor.

Orthopaedic doctors treat numerous conditions, including:

  • Arthritis
  • Bone fractures and injuries
  • Sports-related injuries
  • Spinal conditions
  • Joint conditions
  • Ligament and tendon injuries
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

The orthopaedic doctor will physically examine you, review your history, and recommend CT, MRI, or X-rays during the visit. They will provide recommendations for a condition-specific treatment plan based on their findings.

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