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Dr. Apichai Khongphatthanayothin

Dr. Apichai Khongphatthanayothin

Pediatric Cardiologist ·
, Bangkok, Thailand

20 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: English, Thai

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Specialises in:

Congenital Heart DefectsCardiac ArrhythmiasCardiomyopathiesGenetic and Inherited Heart ConditionsPediatric Cardiovascular Condition

About Dr. Apichai Khongphatthanayothin

  • Dr. Apichai Khongphatthanayothin is a renowned pediatric cardiologist specialising in cardiovascular genetics and cardiac arrhythmias.
  • He has more than 15 years of expertise treating heart failure, coronary artery disease, and general cardiology.
  • He is a member of the American Board of Internal Medicine, the Thai Medical Council, and the Thai Board of Internal Medicine.
  • Graduated with Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), First Class Honours from Chulalongkorn University, Thailand, in 1989.
  • Completed Pediatrics Residency at the University of Southern California, USA; Board Certified by the American Board of Pediatrics in 2000.
  • He is well versed in Thai & English.

Conditions treated by Dr. Apichai Khongphatthanayothin

  • Congenital Heart Defects
  • Cardiac Arrhythmias
  • Cardiomyopathies
  • Genetic and Inherited Heart Conditions
  • Pediatric Cardiovascular Condition

Area of Interest

  • Pediatric Cardiolog
  • Cardiac Electrophysiology
  • Cardiovascular Genetics

Qualification

  • Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), First Class Honors from Chulalongkorn University, Thailand, in 1989.
  • Pediatrics Residency, University of Southern California, USA in 2000.

Work Experiences

  • More than 30 years of experience in pediatric cardiology.
  • Significant contributions to the study of Brugada Syndrome, a disorder that is especially prevalent in Thai men.
  • Specializes in arrhythmias, cardiac intensive care, pulmonary hypertension, congenital heart disease, and cardiovascular genetics.

Certifications (2)

  • Fellowship in Pediatric Cardiology, the University of Southern California, USA; Board Certified by the American Board of Paediatrics in Pediatric Cardiology in 2005.
  • Certification on Adult Congenital Heart Disease, the American Board of Internal Medicine in 2020.

Memberships (3)

  • The American Board of Internal Medicine
  • The Thai Medical Council
  • The Thai Board of Internal Medicine

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Procedures Performed

Arterial Switch Surgery

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A. The consultation can last up to 15 to 30 minutes. It may go beyond the estimated time, which depends on the patient’s queries and the medical suggestions of the doctor.

A. 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.

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

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

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

A. Yes. The cost estimate will be provided to you by our case manager, including the doctor’s opinion, the cost estimate, and the crucial information about traveling to your medical destination.

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