BDMS Wellness Clinic Partners with Thailand Privilege Card to Deliver Ultra-Luxury Benefits, Elevating Thailand as a Global Wellness Hub

BDMS Wellness Clinic, Thailand's preventive healthcare clinic under Bangkok Dusit Medical Services Public Company Limited (BDMS), has joined forces with Thailand Privilege Card Co., Ltd., the provider of Thailand Privilege Card, an exclusive long-term visa membership program under the supervision of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT). Together, they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to offer premium services with exclusive benefits to high-quality foreign residents, aiming to establish Thailand as a Wellness Hub Thailand and one of the Top 5 global wellness tourism destinations.

According to a report by the Global Wellness Institute (GWI), a non-profit organization specializing in research and education in preventive health and the global wellness industry, the wellness industry reached a value of USD 6.3 trillion in 2023. It is projected to rise to USD 9 trillion by 2028, with an average annual growth rate of 7.3%, surpassing the global GDP growth rate of 4.8%. This reflects the increasing importance consumers place on health, prompting businesses to respond rapidly to health and wellness trends.

Tanupol Virunhagarun, M.D., Chief Executive Officer of BDMS Wellness Clinic and BDMS Wellness Resort under Bangkok Dusit Medical Services Public Company Limited, stated, “Thailand is one of the world’s key strategic destinations for tourism, with several main factors attracting high-quality foreign residents for long-term stays. These include its beautiful natural environment, unique cuisine, rich culture, high-quality hospitality, the effective integration of traditional Thai medicine with herbal remedies, and advanced medical services meeting international standards. These strengths create a competitive edge, elevating Thailand as a leading destination for wellness tourism. This collaboration marks an important step in enhancing Thailand's image as a medical hub for affluent international visitors, positioning it as a significant destination for wellness tourism and long-term residency."

"The world is now fully entering an Aged Society, accompanied by a surge in health-conscious trends among younger generations. People worldwide are increasingly focused on Preventive Medicine, aiming to prevent illnesses before they occur. Particular attention is being paid to combating Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs), such as hypertension, diabetes, strokes, obesity, stress-related conditions, and cancer.”

As a preventive healthcare center, BDMS Wellness Clinic recognizes the opportunity to contribute to positioning Thailand as the Wellness Destination of the World by offering healthcare services based on Scientific Wellness and leveraging cutting-edge preventive health screening technologies. These services address the health needs of modern generations and their diverse lifestyles.

Tanupol Virunhagarun, M.D., further commented, “This collaboration with Thailand Privilege Card is another significant milestone in propelling Thailand to become a global health and wellness tourism destination. Thailand Privilege Card members will gain access to various health benefits, including cutting-edge services such as cellular health screenings, telomere length testing to evaluate cellular aging, epigenetics analysis to assess future disease risks, hormone, vitamin, mineral, and antioxidant balance assessments, as well as personalized healthcare plans. These are all based on the principles of Lifestyle Medicine and include personalized vitamin formulation (Personalized Supplements), offering a truly holistic approach to preventive healthcare."

Mr. Manatase Annawat, President of Thailand Privilege Card Co., Ltd., said, “This collaboration with BDMS Wellness Clinic represents a strategic partnership in the health and wellness sector, bringing exceptional healthcare services to over 37,000 international members worldwide. We are particularly proud to showcase Thailand’s healthcare capabilities through our exclusive member benefits, reinforcing our commitment to advancing services and promoting Thailand as a leading healthcare destination among health-seeking foreigners.

“Essentially, our joint efforts with BDMS Wellness Clinic, which caters to high-quality foreign residents and the growing number of health-conscious individuals, will help develop tailored medical service packages designed to suit the unique lifestyles of discerning foreign residents and TPC members.

“This collaboration combines the strengths of both organizations to deliver unparalleled health and long-term residency experiences in Thailand, complemented by a wide range of lifestyle benefits. These include world-class medical services by BDMS Wellness Clinic and exclusive privileges tailored specifically to the lifestyles of our members. Together, this partnership aims to position Thailand as one of the world's leading health and wellness tourism destinations in a sustainable and robust manner.”

BDMS Wellness Clinic and Thailand Privilege Card proudly join forces as part of #TeamThailand to position Thailand as the Wellness Destination of the World. Through this collaboration, they aim to deliver personalized healthcare services aligned with preventive medicine principles and cutting-edge technology to promote sustainable health and well-being for people globally.



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