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Dr. Apichai Khongphatthanayothin

Dr. Apichai Khongphatthanayothin

Pediatric Cardiologist

, Bangkok, Thailand

20 Years of experience

Speaks: English, Thai

Dr. Apichai Khongphatthanayothin is currently not consulting online with MediGence
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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.
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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

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (4)

  • Co-authored the review article titled "Brugada Syndrome in Thailand: Three Decades of Progress," published in Heart Rhythm O2 in December 2022.
  • Co-authored a case study "Reversible Severe Pulmonary Hypertension Related to Scurvy in Children," which was released on January 3, 2024, in BMC Cardiovascular Disorders.
  • Published a paper titled "A Pathogenic Variant in ALPK3 Is Associated With an Autosomal Dominant Adult-Onset Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy" in Genomic and Precision Medicine in 2020.
  • "Clinical Characteristics of SCN5A p.R965C Carriers: A Common SCN5A Variant Associated With Various Arrhythmic Phenotypes" was published in Genomic and Precision Medicine in 2020.

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PROCEDURES

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: Is Dr Apichai Khongphatthanayothin’s teleconsultation on the MediGence platform?

A. Dr. Apichai Khongphatthanayothin is available to teleconsult on the MediGence platform.

Q: How long is the consultation?

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.

Q: How soon can the consultation be organised?

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.

Q: Is follow-up consultation included in the consultation price?

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

Q: How do I share my medical record with the doctor for review?

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

Q: Can I book my procedure with the doctor post-consultation?

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.

Q: Can we get an estimate for the procedure?

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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Dr. Abdullah Rahil
Dr. Abdullah Rahil

MPT (Neuro)

7 Years of Experience

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Last Reviewed - January 2026

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Dr. Shagufta Parveen

Doctor of Pharmacy

3 Years of Experience

Dr. Shagufta Parveen is a Clinical researcher and medical writer with expertise in clinical pharmacology and pharmacotherapeutics. She holds a B.Pharm and Doctor of Pharmacy (Post-Baccalaureate) degree from Teerthanker Mahaveer University, Moradabad.

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