Bumrungrad International Hospital
a Glance
Research and Innovation
Table of Contents
Excellence Centers
From Insight to Impact
People & Purpose
Technology at the Bedside
International Scientific Advisors
Acknowledgement
With 20+ active clinical studies, Bumrungrad’s research is the engine behind safer, better care 170+ peer-reviewed publications, and 400+ global partnerships, we generate evidence that translates directly into action — from earlier diagnosis to safer procedures and more precise treatments. This not only elevates our quality and safety standards,
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but it also delivers measurable improvements in patient outcomes and contributes knowledge to the global medical community.
Excellence Centers:
World-Class Built Around You
When excellence isn’t just a claim, it’s a system, a standard, and a promise.
From rst diagnosis through recovery, our Centers deliver world-class outcomes — led by specialists, enhanced by innovation, and shaped around your journey.
Centers ellence
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Comprehensive Heart Care Journey Cardiology
• Early detection and advanced diagnostics • Minimally invasive procedures • Advanced electrophysiology lab • Mechanical circulatory support
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Horizon
Cancer Center
Where Hope Becomes Strength
• Comprehensive cancer care from prevention to recurrence • Integrative monitoring approach combining conventional and supportive therapies • Ranked among Asia Paci c’s Best Oncology Hospitals 2025 (Newsweek & Statista)
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Digestive Disease (GI) Center
Balance Within, Health Restored
• 30+ GI specialists treating 43,000+ patients annually • Advanced diagnostics, advanced endoscopy, minimally invasive surgery,
and modern technology • The rst ASGE-accredited Endoscopy Unit in Thailand and Southeast Asia, setting international standards
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Neuroscience
Center
Protecting the Power of the Brain
• Multidisciplinary team of specialized neurologists and neurosurgeons • Expertise in diagnosing and treating complex neurological diseases • Advanced technology supporting precise treatment • Personalized care for the best patient outcomes and quality of life
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Vision Without Limits Eye Excellence Center
• Complete eye care: assessments, corneal transplants, retina, eyelid and glaucoma and cataract surgery • Advanced refractive solutions tailored for patients of all ages • Expertise that restores clarity, independence, and quality of life
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• Provides comprehensive diagnosis and treatment • Robotic surgery and laser precision for safer, faster recovery • Personalized care for patients across every age group Advanced Care, Minimally Invasive Urology Center
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Breast
Center
Breast Heath, Best Defense
• Comprehensive diagnosis and treatment for benign and cancerous conditions • Advanced imaging, biopsy, and oncology-supported personalized care • Certi ed by JCI CCPC, re ecting global quality standards
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Spine
Institute
Restoring Motion, Renewing Life
• Minimally invasive spine surgery • 12,000+ patients treated over a decade with proven expertise • Multidisciplinary care focused on rapid recovery and long-term mobility
Discover why global patients choose Bumrungrad: www.bumrungrad.com/en/clinics-and-centers
From Insight to Impact
A Paradigm Shift in Brugada Syndrome Management: The BRAVE Study
What is Brugada syndrome?
Brugada syndrome (BrS) is a heart condition that changes the way the heart's electrical system controls the heartbeat. Most people feel fine most of the time, but dangerous heart rhythms can cause fainting or, in rare cases, sudden death. Because it can run in families, doctors may recommend heart tests for relatives as well.
Research shows that rare genetic variants in the SCN5A gene, which controls the heart's sodium channel, as well as common noncoding variants in the same region, are strongly linked to this condition, increasing the risk of dangerous arrhythmias. With appropriate treatment and regular monitoring, the risks linked to this condition can be significantly reduced. Dr. Koonlawee Nademanee and colleagues recently published the groundbreaking BRAVE trial, the first randomized study testing catheter ablation for Brugada syndrome patients with ICDs. With nearly a 70% reduction in ventricular arrhythmias compared to standard care, with over 80% of patients remaining VF-free after a single procedure, these findings mark a major step beyond ICD dependency, demonstrating ablation as a proactive, life-saving therapy.
This achievement brings Thailand at the forefront of global cardiac research and sets a new benchmark in managing Brugada syndrome. For patients, BRAVE transforms hope into evidence; for clinicians, it demonstrates what is possible in arrhythmia care. Under Dr. Nademanee’s leadership, The Arrhythmia Center at Bumrungrad Hospital in Bangkok, Thailand aims to be a global center of excellence in comprehensive cardiac care, ranging from arrhythmia and heart failure to cardiogenetics, structural heart disease, and preventive cardiology.
Dr. Nademanee notes that ongoing investment in advanced technology and research is key to improving patient care. His vision positions Bumrungrad as a tertiary referral hub across the Asia-Pacific region, combining top-tier clinical treatment, global collaboration, and innovation in clinical care.
Dr. Nademanee has published more than 250 peer-reviewed research journals and hold more than 5 patents.
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People & Purpose:
Taveesin Tanprayoon , MD
The Chief Medical O cer ensures physicians feel valued and supported.
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As Chief Medical O cer, I align my leadership with the hospital’s strategic vision by developing clinical governance frameworks that prioritize patient safety and quality outcomes. My approach empowers physicians to take ownership of their services and drive meaningful improvement initiatives across departments. I’m committed to building an exceptional medical team by recruiting physicians who demonstrate clinical excellence and strong ethical foundations. Through comprehensive onboarding and competitive retention strategies, I ensure physicians feel valued and supported. Our continuous medical education programs and systematic implementation of evidence-based practices keep our team current with the latest research. I foster a culture of transparency and open communication, where data-driven performance monitoring guides decisions and clinical excellence is the standard. This ensures physicians feel con dent in their decision-making while delivering optimal patient outcomes through collaboration and innovation.
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Technology at the Bedside
Photon-Counting CT Scanner NAEOTOM Alpha
See Clearly,
Care Deeply
Lung cancer is rising worldwide, often among non-smokers.
Early detection is no longer just an advantage; it is a necessity. Our Photon-Counting CT, powered by the NAEOTOM Alpha, o ers patients clarity, safety, and the rarest gift in medicine, “time”. This technology produces ultra-high-resolution images, capable of revealing even the smallest nodules that conventional CT often misses. With AI-enabled analysis, screenings become not only faster and safer, but far more precise. The impact goes beyond cancer. The same clarity enhances the early detection of heart disease and stroke risk, all with reduced radiation and fewer invasive procedures. This is not just an upgrade in imaging. It is a shift in preventive medicine, turning uncertainty into foresight, and foresight into survival.
Read more: www.bumrungrad.com/en/health-blog/march-2025/photon-counting-ct
International Scientific Advisors:
MD, PhD Evelyne Bischof,
Prof. Evelyne Bischof, MD, PhD, MPH, is a Swiss-trained internal medicine and longevity specialist, serving as a professor at Shanghai University of Medicine and Health Sciences and Tel Aviv University. She is President of the Healthy Longevity Medicine Society and Head of the Visionary Board at the Longevity Science Foundation.
PhD Brian Kennedy,
Dr. Brian Kennedy is a Distinguished Professor of Biochemistry and Physiology at the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore. He directs the Healthy Longevity Translational Research Programme and the Bia-Echo Asia Centre for Reproductive Longevity and Equality.
PhD Christopher Mason,
Dr. Christopher Mason is a Professor of Genomics, Physiology, and Biophysics at Weill Cornell Medicine in New York, where he also directs the WorldQuant Initiative for Quantitative Prediction. His work advances the understanding of genetic mechanisms underlying health and longevity.
Dr. Claudio Viecelli is a molecular and cellular biologist who received a PhD in muscle physiology from ETH Zurich. He demonstrated how ubiquitously available technologies (e.g., smartphones) can be leveraged to obtain mechano-biological descriptors of resistance exercise. These technologies can be used to monitor and PhD Claudio Viecelli,
personalize resistance exercise. He has published multiple reviews highlighting the importance of resistance exercise and its contributions to health and longevity, discussing the roles of resistance exercise descriptors and the influences of age, sex, and genetics. After his PhD, he was a postdoctoral researcher at ETH Zurich, where he developed a motorized resistance exercise machine to examine the potential for personalizing resistance exercise. In 2024, he joined Keyoniq Switzerland AG as Chief Scientific Officer.
Acknowledgement
We gratefully acknowledge the individuals and partners who made this research and innovation article possible.
Contributors & Authors – Dr. Koonlawee Nademanee; Dr. Taveesin Tanprayoon; Dr. Panjamas Niwawest; and Dr. Vithya Varavithya, who shared their expertise and innovation perspectives in this edition. Collaborating Departments & Partners – Diagnostic Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, Arrhythmia Center, and Genomic Medicine Center, whose ongoing support and collaborations continue to foster impactful advances in healthcare solutions. Most importantly, we thank our readers for your engagement and encouragement, which inspire us to keep advancing healthcare innovation.
a Glance Team
Polakit Teekakirikul, MD Pattharaporn Suntharasaj, PhD Montinee Sangtian, MD Teeradache Viangteeravat, PhD Vachiraporn Puhwachanakarn
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