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Welcome to Thailand The Best Place in the World for Medical and Wellness Tourism
Welcome to Thailand The Best Place in the World for Medical and Wellness Tourism Join us in celebrating excellence in medical and wellness tourism! ArokaGO goes beyond recognition. It's your gateway to comprehensive treatment information and direct c...

"AMA (Ask Me Anything) - I am a Thai Doctor, 20+ Years in Hospitals & Clinics"
Hi everyone I’m a Thai doctor who has been working in both government / private hospitals and clinics in Thailand for over 20 years. I’ve had the chance to see many sides of the healthcare system from busy public hospitals to international private fa...
Thai Hospitals: 'Do They Speak English?' and 'How Expensive Are They?'
I live in the UK and will be spending some time in Thailand (mostly Chiang Mai) next year. I suffer from several chronic illnesses and am wondering what the healthcare is like out there? Are there English-speaking private hospitals that offer high qu...
Considering Treatment in Thailand for Recurrent Anal Fistula
Hi all, I'm a US citizen and it's been over 7 months since my fistulotomy for a simple intersphincteric fistula. I'm not yet fully healed. I think I may have a recurrence based on my own observations, but my CRS seems to disagree for now (although sh...
Why do foreigners shop for medicine in Thailand?
I stopped by a pharmacy in Bangkok and noticed many foreign customers buying medicines, likely to take back home. It made me curious whether some drugs are sold over the counter in Thailand, or if people come because medications here are more afforda...
Are there any Europeans or Thais who have had plastic surgery in Thailand?
Hi everyone I’m 24 years old, from Scotland, and currently studying in Thailand. I’m starting to consider cosmetic surgery, but from what I’ve seen so far, most results and styles seem very Asian-focused, which I’m not sure would suit my facial struc...
Do you want a better service? Go outside the touristic areas.
I noticed a common thing in Thailand: hotel and restaurants in touristic areas are often hit-or-miss... In BKK, Chiang Mai, Pattaya etc. In BKK, in areas like Sukhumit, Thonglor, Ekkamai, Nana etc. I noticed often lazy service, sad, bored faces on st...
Eye Problem Before Trip: Looking for an Ophthalmologist in Bangkok
Hi, I'm a bit stuck. I'm due to arrive in Bangkok in 10 days and I have a problem with my eye, a chalazion that won't go away and is infected. I'm going to need surgery. Does anyone know a good ophthalmologist who speaks English and won't cost me an...
First Experience at Paolo Hospital Phaholyothin
Review: Part 1 This was my first time using this hospital, and I was genuinely impressed with both the service and reasonable pricing. I brought my mother in because she has been experiencing frequent headaches and has a history of high blood pressur...

