Where does Dr. Prakasit Sanguanjit practice?

Dr. Prakasit Sanguanjit practices at Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital, Bangkok

What is the specialty of Dr. Prakasit Sanguanjit?

Dr. Prakasit Sanguanjit specialty is Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon

What is the experience of Dr. Prakasit Sanguanjit?

Dr. Prakasit Sanguanjit is Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon with 27 years of experience.

What does a Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon do?

The Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon deals with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disorders of the bones, joints, ligaments, tendons and muscles.

What are the typical symptoms of an joint replacement candidate?

The symptoms include where a person is unable to perform daily routine activities because of pain, experiencing stiffness even when lying down or at rest and there is pain despite having medications.

Which tests/ investigations are generally required by the Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon?

The investigations include Arthrography, Blood Tests, Bone Scan, Computed Tomography (CT Scan), Discography, Doppler Ultrasound, Dual-Photon Absorptiometry, and Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry.

Is there a difference between an orthopedic doctor and an orthopedic surgeon?

Not really, in reality the Orthopedists treat a range of conditions such as fractures and dislocations, osteoporosis, back injuries and more. Because surgery is so integral to the role, the terms "orthopedist" and "orthopedic surgeon" are often used interchangeably.

How long will the new joint last or will I have to do a second replacement?

For 80–90% of people who have total knee replacement, the new joint usually last for about 20 years or more.

Dr. Prakasit Sanguanjit, Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon in Bangkok, Thailand - Appointment

About Dr. Prakasit Sanguanjit

Dr. Prakasit Sanguanjit is a well-known Orthopedic & Joint Replacement Surgeon with +27 years of experience.
He holds professional memberships of the Royal College of Physicians of Thailand, the Royal College of Orthopaedic Surgeons of Thailand and the Thai Orthoedic Society for Sports Medicine.
Dr. Sanguanjit completed his MD in 1994 from the Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University and then in 2001 earned a diploma from the Thai Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Siriraj Hospital. In 2004, he earned a diploma from the Thai Board of Family Medicine, and in 2006 earned a certificate from The Johns Hopkings Medical Institutions, Baltimore, Maryland, USA. He earned a diploma and two certificates in 2004 in Singapore and Thailand.
He is an expert in shoulder and knee surgeries. It also includes arthroscopy, minimally-invasive procedures and arthroplasty. He also treats general orthopedic trauma.
Dr. Sanguanjit has compiled journal articles and book chapters.

Hospital

Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital, Bangkok

Location

Bangkok, Thailand

Special Interest

Shoulder and knee Surgery (including arthroscopy, minimal invasive procedures, arthroplasty) General orthopaedic trauma

List Of Treatments

Total Hip Replacement
Knee Replacement Surgery
Arthroplasty
Knee Arthroscopy

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