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Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital is a 275-bed tertiary care hospital in Bangkok, founded in 1979 and serving over 400,000 patients annually with 400+ specialists. JCI-accredited since 2007 and recognized as Thailand's first Mother and Baby Friendly Hospital by WHO and UNICEF in 1999, Samitivej specializes in pediatrics, maternity care, cardiology, orthopedics, oncology, and gastroenterology with multilingual staff and dedicated international patient services.
Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital opened in 1979 on Sukhumvit Soi 49 in Bangkok's Watthana district. The name Samitivej means "assembly of doctors" and reflects the founders' vision to bring together Thailand's finest medical practitioners. Today, the hospital operates 275 beds across 87 examination suites with more than 1,200 healthcare professionals, including 400 specialists.
The hospital achieved JCI accreditation in 2007 and maintains accreditation by Thailand's Hospital Accreditation Board. In 1999, WHO and UNICEF recognized Samitivej Sukhumvit as Thailand's first Mother and Baby Friendly Hospital. The hospital received the Prime Minister's Award for Most Recognized Service in 2004 and has been named Asia's best hospital for medical tourism in 2017 and 2018.
Samitivej Sukhumvit houses 30+ operating theaters equipped with laminar airflow systems and Thailand's first antibacterial glass walls. The diagnostic imaging department features 3 Tesla MRI, 64-slice and 640-slice CT scanners, and PET-CT technology. The hospital operates robotic surgery systems for minimally invasive procedures in urology, gynecology, and general surgery.
The facility includes specialized centers across multiple disciplines:
Samitivej Sukhumvit serves a large international patient population, with approximately 40% of patients coming from outside Thailand. The hospital provides multilingual interpreters in English, Japanese, Arabic, and Mandarin. International patient coordinators assist with pre-arrival consultations, medical visa applications, airport transfers, and insurance coordination.
The Japanese Medical Center offers dedicated one-stop service for Japanese nationals. The hospital maintains an immigration counter on-site to assist international patients with visa requirements. International patients receive assistance with both direct billing arrangements and pay-and-claim insurance processes.
Samitivej Sukhumvit has built particular expertise in pediatrics and neonatology, offering comprehensive care from newborn through adolescence. The hospital's maternity services include water birth suites and specialized birthing rooms. The gastroenterology and liver center has received global recognition, as have the hospital's pediatrics, gynecology, and orthopedic departments.
The hospital is part of Bangkok Dusit Medical Services (BDMS), Thailand's largest private hospital network, providing patients access to integrated care across the network when needed.
Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital holds JCI accreditation (since 2007), Hospital Accreditation (HA) certification from Thailand's Ministry of Public Health, and ISO 9001:2015 certification.
Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital offers translation services in English, Japanese, Arabic, and Mandarin with dedicated international patient coordinators and a specialized Japanese Medical Center for Japanese patients.
Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital accepts major credit cards, cash, and bank transfers, offers direct billing with select international insurance providers, and provides pay-and-claim documentation for insurance reimbursement.
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Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital is located on Sukhumvit Soi 49 in central Bangkok, accessible via BTS Thong Lor Station on the Sukhumvit Line (1.5km from the station). Taxis from Suvarnabhumi Airport cost approximately 350-450 THB and take 25-60 minutes depending on traffic. It's important to specify "Samitivej Sukhumvit" to taxi drivers as Samitivej operates multiple locations in Bangkok.
Konkai Health provides free assistance booking appointments at Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital. We connect you with the right specialist for your needs, coordinate consultation schedules, and ensure all necessary medical records are prepared. Contact us through our website and we'll handle the entire appointment process, including communication with the hospital's international patient coordinators.
Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital offers 30+ medical specialties with particular expertise in several areas. The hospital's Children's Hospital provides comprehensive pediatric and neonatal care including NICU and PICU. The Women's Health and Maternity Center specializes in obstetrics, gynecology, and fertility treatments including IVF.
Additional specialties include cardiology through the Heart and Vascular Center, orthopedics and sports medicine, oncology, gastroenterology and liver disease, neurology, and ophthalmology. The hospital operates specialized centers for each major discipline, staffed by experienced specialists and equipped with advanced diagnostic and treatment technology.
Yes, Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital actively welcomes international patients and approximately 40% of their patient population comes from outside Thailand. The hospital provides comprehensive international patient services including multilingual interpreters in English, Japanese, Arabic, and Mandarin.
Dedicated international patient coordinators assist with pre-arrival consultations, medical visa applications, and airport transfers. The hospital operates a Japanese Medical Center offering specialized one-stop service for Japanese patients. An on-site immigration counter helps international patients with visa requirements. The hospital works with international insurance providers for both direct billing and pay-and-claim arrangements.
Treatment costs at Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital vary based on the specific procedure, doctor experience, and individual medical needs. The hospital offers transparent pricing and provides detailed cost estimates before treatment begins.
As a JCI-accredited private hospital in Bangkok, Samitivej typically offers costs 40-60% lower than equivalent care in the US, UK, or Australia while maintaining international quality standards. For specific pricing information, contact Konkai Health for a free cost estimate. We work directly with Samitivej's billing department to provide accurate quotes including all fees, hospital stays, and follow-up care.
Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital has held JCI (Joint Commission International) accreditation since 2007, the gold standard in global healthcare quality. The hospital also maintains Hospital Accreditation (HA) certification from Thailand's Ministry of Public Health and ISO 9001:2015 certification.
Technology includes 3 Tesla MRI for high-resolution diagnostic imaging, 64-slice and 640-slice CT scanners with reduced radiation exposure, and PET-CT systems. The hospital operates robotic surgery systems for minimally invasive procedures. All 30+ operating theaters feature laminar airflow systems and Thailand's first antibacterial glass walls to minimize infection risk. The hospital received recognition from WHO and UNICEF as Thailand's first Mother and Baby Friendly Hospital in 1999 and won the Prime Minister's Award for Most Recognized Service in 2004.
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