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Dr. Chatchai Atichat

Pediatric Neurologist

, Bangkok, Thailand

30 Years of experience

Speaks: Thai , English

 


Dr. Chatchai Atichat is a specialized Pediatric Neurologist in Thailand. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bangkok, Thailand. The doctor has over of experience and is associated with Vejthani Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Medical Doctor, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University
  • Thai Board of Pediatric, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University

Hospital Address :

Vejthani Hospital, 1 Soi Lat Phrao 111 Klong-Chan Bangkapi Bangkok, Thailand

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Dr. Montri Saengpattrachai

Pediatric Neurologist

, Bangkok, Thailand

19 Years of experience

Speaks: Thai & English

 


Dr. Montri Saengpattrachai is a specialized Pediatric Neurologist in Thailand. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bangkok, Thailand. The doctor has over 18 Years of experience and is associated with Bangkok Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Paediatric Neurology, University of Toronto, CANADA, 2005
  • Pediatrics, Ramathibodi Hospital, Thai Medical Council, THAILAND, 2001
  • Doctor of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, THAILAND, 1996
  • DASH Rater Training Webinar, Center for Medical Simulation, 2019

Hospital Address :

Bangkok Dusit Medical Services, Nong Prue, Bang Phli, Samut Prakan, Thailand

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Dr. Chidchanoke Thearapati

Pediatric Neurologist

, Bangkok, Thailand

18 Years of experience

Speaks: Thai , English

 


Dr. Chidchanoke Thearapati is a specialized Pediatric Neurologist in Thailand. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bangkok, Thailand. The doctor has over 10 Years of experience and is associated with Phyathai 2 International Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Neurology Pediatrics , Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital Mahidol University
  • Board of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital Mahidol University

Hospital Address :

Phyathai 2 Hospital, Phahonyothin Road, Phaya Thai, Thailand

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How long will I need to stay in Thailand for a lumbar puncture?

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