Bumrungrad Congratulates Prof. Koonlawee Nademanee, M.D., Honored as Asia’s First Pioneer in Cardiac Pacing and Electrophysiology
Bumrungrad International Hospital proudly congratulates Prof. Koonlawee Nademanee, M.D., Director of the Bumrungrad Heart Institute and specialist in cardiac electrophysiology, on being honored with the Pioneer in Cardiac Pacing and Electrophysiology Award 2026 by the Heart Rhythm Society (HRS). This prestigious recognition marks an important milestone, as Prof. Koonlawee becomes the first recipient from Asia to receive this international award. The congratulatory ceremony was led by Artirat Charukitpipat, Ph.D., Chief Executive Officer of Bumrungrad International Hospital, together with Assoc. Prof. Taveesin Tanprayoon, MD, Chief Medical Officer. They were joined by a team of physicians and hospital executives in celebrating Prof. Koonlawee’s remarkable achievement and his long-standing contribution to the field of heart rhythm care. Cardiac electrophysiology is a specialized field of cardiology that focuses on the heart’s electrical system, which controls the rhythm and timing of each heartbeat. When this system does not function normally, patients may experience arrhythmias, or irregular heart rhythms, which can affect quality of life and, in some cases, become serious. Advances in cardiac pacing and electrophysiology have helped improve the diagnosis and treatment of many heart rhythm disorders.
The Heart Rhythm Society is a leading international organization in cardiac electrophysiology. It supports education, research, and clinical resources that help physicians provide evidence-based care and improve patient outcomes worldwide. The Pioneer in Cardiac Pacing and Electrophysiology Award recognizes individuals whose original and innovative work has made significant contributions to this highly specialized field.
Prof. Dr. Koonlawee’s recognition reflects not only his dedication as a physician and researcher, but also the growing role of Asian medical expertise on the global stage. For Bumrungrad International Hospital, this honor reinforces its commitment to advancing complex cardiac care, supporting medical excellence, and providing patients with access to internationally recognized specialists and world-class heart care.
Prof. Koonlawee Nademanee, M.D.
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