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I live nearby and have some medical issues, and I found that Bumrungrad superior to Samitivej, even though it's within walking distance. I found Samitiveg overpriced, although that does not mean it's not an excellent hospital. I'm an American and when I describe medical care in Thailand to friends and relatives back home they are dumbfounded. Also, costs are much lower .
Bumrungrad is supposed to be the best. I would agree with you that Samitivej is a little bit on the high side. I’m gonna go and check out the expat program at Bangkok Hospital soon.
I'm Thai and I also think Bumrungrad and Bangkok Hospital are better than Samitivej. However, sometimes it's really down to what kind of medical attention you need or which physician you want to see. But most of the time, these 2 hospitals have the best technology/doctors among private hospitals here.
As a Thai, my experience is that there are not much differences in services among any private hospital as they all are excellent. The service is very much worst in government hospitals in general, but they are 10-times cheaper😂.
Thank you for sharing that! I have not been to a Government Hospital here, so I really cannot comment on the service there. But I’m sure like most government hospitals, in any country, they’re not as good as the private ones.
I beg to differ. I’ve lived in Taiwan for 5 years. The government hospitals here are as good as the private ones, even better ! Quite a few youtubers have showcased government hospitals in Taiwan.
@davidrock65 Thailand and Taiwan are two different places. But getting the two mixed up is understandable. Ireland and Iceland were confusing to me too as a Thai.
Our last trip to Thailand we stayed for a month near Bumrungrad hospital where my wife got treatment for her issues. After we were done there we went to our house in Chonburi. Needed to make a couple trips to doctors, this time at Samitivej in Chonburi. I can attest that both hospitals gave great treatment and the prices were very reasonable. $750 for an endoscopy at Samitivej and it was done same day!
@@heythave We stayed at Grace or Graceland Hotel first. Didn't like it. Then we stayed at Furama, that was decent. Right next to the hospital and decent rooms. Not 5 star but also pretty cheap. Good staff. Very helpful. We also stayed at a doubletree for about 8 days but that was more of a walk to the hospital. Very nice.
I worked as a nurse in Germany for 20 years in various hospitals. But I can't get used to the expensive design of private facilities. The deals made with the insurance companies, the amount of prescribed medication and the lack of care when someone is single and bedridden and has no one to help with showering or changing their nightgown. 3 years ago I was in the situation where I had an emergency operation - inflamed appendix. I didn't have private insurance back then. 4 days of stay cost me almost 8000 euros. on the 2nd day after the operation. I freed myself from all infusions, thrombosis cuffs and ECG sensors and dragged myself to the shower with my bladder catheter and changed my laundry. 2 years later I had an inflammation in my abdomen and a viral infection. the same game in another private hospital - no care. but this time I was insured. The amount of nurses is phenomenal. The work that 6 nurses do here was done in Germany with 2 nurses - of course with washing the patient in the morning, changing the gown and making the bed. everything is aimed at profit. and that is never right.
Thailand has some fantastic private hospitals , Bumrungrad probably being the best. The only negative I’ve noticed about Thai healthcare is how much they love to over prescribe antibiotics for everything even not infection related which can lead to antibiotic immunity when you really need them.
Yes I agree, in Bangkok Samitivej Hospital is only for a middle-class Thai, which of couse couldn't really compare to Bamrungraj Hospital which was in the list of the 10 best hospital in the world!!!😄😄💕💕 For me as a Thai I only went to the normal hospital like these too because just only the normal hospitals in Bangkok most of them are still not that bad and that's why Thailand Health care was ranked 6th best in the world by the US magazine CEOWORLD in 2019 and gaining worldwide recognition for the quality of its healthcare services. But what I heard from the Elite Thai people most of them preferred to go to the government's hospital rather than go to one of the best hospital in the world like Bamrungraj because they believed that the most best Thai doctors and equipments are all over there like most elite Thai kids who dream to be a doctor when they completed their degrees most of them always dream to work there. It's just a culture my friend. 😄😄💕💕
Have to say-- I'm so sorry you had to get sick to do this video-- but this was one of your best videos! So informative and interesting! i LOVE Bangkok Hospitals!!
I almost got heart attack over your thumbnail!!! Feel so relieved it is just an hospital review and your are safe and sound!!! Though your infection is still problematic but nothing serious yet. I love Thai hospitals review anyway. ❤ Ps. I am Thai who love Thai hospitals because they have coffee shops, lounges, piano bars etc. it make my hospital anxiety subsides. I feel more relaxed for my operations. Even my friend who came to tend to me feel like she was in vacation!😂
@jensenchun4955 People in Thailand get free universal medical service using only their ID card (local calls it : Bhat tong or Golden card in English) from their local government hospital. With a fraction of money, they may ask for service from another government hospital outside their community. Those who can afford pay for extra hospitality service in private hospital.
In Thailand all Thai citizens(via medical gold card) eligible for free insulin when the doctor prescribe. And if you are not Thai citizen, it cost less then usd10 a dose here. All the Thai friends and relative who live aboard(USA,Canada,England) when they come back they immediately go to have all the dental works done. So yes compared to the West cost of medical here sound super reasonable.
Very informative video. I’m retired and lived in Bangkok for three years. I moved back to the states about a year ago. I went to Samitivej Hospital in the beginning of my stay. But I changed to Bumrungard Hospital. I preferred Bumrungard but it’s just a matter of preference. And my health insurance covered me for both. I have some health issues where I see specialists. I must admit. I found the health care better in Thailand than in the states. Easier to see a doctor and all that. When I first stayed in Bangkok I got sick also in the beginning. It was fever, bad cough, chest congestion, , bad sore throat, and felt really lousy. It only happened twice in the beginning. Then after that I didn’t have it anymore during my stay. I rented a condo. And I purchased a couple of air purifiers. When outside sometimes I would wear an n95 mask if I was aware the pollution was really bad. And there is a number of Japanese living in Bangkok. Many live in Ekamai.
This was a fantastic hospital tour and such great information. I have lived in Thailand 6-years and I actually learned several things here. I"m so glad you were able to get your issue diagnosed and I hope you are feeling 110% soon!
In the UK we have a national health system where if its serious you visit the hospital or a minor ailment like that we go see our local doctors practice.
There are many reasons to buy insurance. Car accidents are a daily occurance in Thailand, dog bites, malaria, TB, dengue fever and if you are hurt bad or critically sick the hospitals will stabilize you and tell you go back to your country if no insurance.
Bangkok has several tiers of hospitals. Samitivej and Bumrungrad are both top-tier. The second tier is very much to the middle-class people and there are plenty of them for example Payathai hospitals., Sri Nakarind hospital. Third-tier hospitals are small and geared toward the small community. Government hospitals are free for citizens. And there are lots of health offices for general medical needs throughout the country and they are free for citizens. All free medical facilities carry a little charge for non-citizens.
I had the pleasure of unexpectedly visiting the Sports and Orthopedic department last month. I suffered a broken foot and the service I received was outstanding. I had x-rays taken, doctor visit and cast applied. Was also prescribed some medication to help with pain. Was also sent to rehab so that they could teach me on how to use crutches. Total for the visit was 16,000 THB, and it was all completed within 3 hours. They even had me come back 2 days later to open up the cast so that I can fly back home.
Most private hospital in Thialand provide 24 hrs medical service and doctors stand by. This can guarantee that you could get medical care even in deep into the night.
Nice video. Some big south Asian cities (central Bangkok , Manila, Saigon) are heavily polluted especially bad quality fuel used , heavy car traffic & motocycles hence air quality is bad . Unfortunately this translates in lung infection . I will be curious if you ever lived or try to live few months to 1year in small tourist coastal towns or islands. in Thailand to find out if this recurring lung infection disappears and less prone to respiratory problems . Good luck & nice video
I tend to have bad allergies, and would get respiratory infections once every couple years, even when I was living in California. Bangkok definitely has some of the worst air quality I’ve personally ever experienced
Hi serg..this hospital looks more like 5 star hotel. Boths samitivej and bumrungrad give first class attentions and care ....ok it private hospital..but the standard is high level then here in England which I now live..anyway i hope you get better soon..and thank for giving info on this hospital,
Almost 30,000 Japanese in Bangkok that live long term or work here, mostly concentrate on Sukhumvit area. I think they gave good deals for Japanese company on healthcare insurance for their employee that work here too.
Reminded me of a hospital I went to in the Middle East many years ago. Was like walking in to a 5 Star hotel. The main difference between the hospital in this video and my experience, is that all the staff from Orderlies to Doctors were from all over the world.
I always get that same cough when I travel to Thailand. Have it now just after returning. Look at your air conditioner unit. I may be wrong, but some aren't maintained well and the air is contaminated that is blowing on you. Just a thought. Take care of yourself and hope you get well soon.
I had both of my air conditioner, serviced less than six months ago, for this exact reason. So it’s still not the source. Thanks for the thoughts, I really do appreciate it.
You and I are both from North America. Different trees, foliage, and the air isn’t the cleanest. I’m built like you and sweat so much then walk into a building blasted by air conditioning. Who knows. I got meds for the same as you just over a month ago there. 🇨🇦🛶🇹🇭
No. 1 if excluding government hospitals, I gave 1. Bumrungrad Hospital, 2.Bangkok Hospital (Soi Phetchaburi) and 3. Samitivej Hospital. I received services from all 3 hospitals, but I chose to do a birth program at Samitivej. :) I hope you get well and stay healthy.
I think your listing is correct. I have heard that Bumrungrad is the best. I’m going to go and check out Bangkok Hospital for their expat wellness program in a few weeks.
Use mask when you go outside or if you ever smoke or alcohol drink decrease it . Add herb tea for moisture like ginger, lemon ,etc for various products. If you do all the things but it can't get better , change location for a while to approve far from downtown but still have bts and mrt transportation for convenience.
I'm Thai and I have sore throat once every year living in bangkok. Surprisingly, during 3 years of covid period I never have the issue and I also never got covid.
One of the reasons why private Thai health care is so inexpensive compared to the US, is that in Thailand they don't have to spend tons of money on filing insurance claims and getting insurance pre-approval, and pursuing debt collection from people admitted in an emergency but without insurance. Running a cash business is a lot less expensive and less overhead. I remember about 15 years ago seeing a TV report about a US doctor that accepted no insurance, and only charged $2 per minute of doctor time (no charge for nurse or triage time). Payment had to be made at time of service. Since most doctor encounters only last 10 minutes or less, that was pretty inexpensive even 15 years ago.
Go to Bangkok hospital in Hua Hin. Once they know you have insurance, they will pad it out and find imaginary symptoms and present you with the costs while lying on a gurney. I refused and went to a state hospital for comparable treatment. B12000 Hua Hin for suspected water in my lungs, state hospital found no lung problem other than slight infection ,antibiotics for lung infection, cost for x-ray and antibiotics, B3000 .
Public hospital have a hell long of queue for normal case.About 10 year ago I visited public hospital ,Ramathibodi, It take 1-2 months for my next available queue (back pain or whatever). For Siriraj It take half a day waiting in queue. So If u have money, Private hospital is always way to go.
It's one the best and the most expensive hospitals in Thailand. Most Thais can't afford it, only the rich ones can. Most nursing graduates wished to work there 30 years ago. I think most foreigners know Bumrungraj and prefer to go there than Samitivej. Some of my nurse friends are still working at Bumrungraj. Take care and get well soon, Serg!
Sorry that you are sick. Take care and get well soon, Check the filter in your air conditioning system in case it needs changing. Very impressive hospital system.
Had the sore throat, blocked nose and cough and a trip to Bumrungrad just over a week ago. Think I paid about B4,000 for some antihistamines and NAC etc. Seem to notice a lot of people coughing at the moment in Bangkok. Some super spicy som tam can help move the phlegm. But always a problem here with viral infections over the years with crowded places, pollution and dirty. Supposedly gets in the air after the rain.
Yes, unless it’s something they don’t see often. Then my experience is that they will absolutely refuse to consider other options than what they know. The typical Thai stubbornness and saving face stuff.
Serg the other thing to look out for in these policies on page 21 the exclusion page is if it covers the doctor visit and the fine print on pre-existing conditions
In that area is the residence of Japanese people who come to work in Bangkok at various intersections, in various alleys, there will be a lot of Japanese people staying in this area. and it's been a long time You can call the alleys around here a Japanese community. Including restaurants, pubs, bars and department stores. There are also special items for Japanese people. and Japanese people like to come and buy, If you want to have any good Japanese foods i do recomment this area, there are a lot. Let's try with Bumrungrad hospital at this hospital It is also number 1 in terms of treatment and service too and you will can see how's different.
Yes, I knew there was lots of Japanese people to live in this area. As for the other hospital, you mentioned, from what I have read, that is the number one hospital in Thailand.
Hey Serg Get well soon. The hospital review and the entire coverage of the facility was very insightful and nicely explained. 80 $ as said was reasonable with such a multi-speciality medical center. I hope you are feeling better now. Take care!
I’m definitely feeling better. I figured since I was going to go there anyways, I might as well share it with people who might have an interest in the subject.
Serg what did they give you for medication. My wife just went yesterday with the same issues and was curious if they prescribed the same meds? Thanks. Steve
Yes good hospital as is the Paulo chain. I go to one near me to check bp / weight often. I had blood tests in June , see gp too. Great service. I hope you feel better soon Serg. Thanks sharing your visit 😊
I read somewhere that Bumrungrad Hospital has an excellent dental facility as well. I'm researching all the best dentists in Thailand before coming for a dental visit plus a holiday end of this year. Cheers 🍻
The thing to keep in mind about private hospitals in Thailand is that they are first and foremost commercial operations and they will have absolutely no compunction about pressing on you tests and treatments that not only do you not need but can also have adverse effects on you.
Hey Serg I hope you are ok now. The Simitivej you have been is the original Samitivej since 40 years ago. As long as you have the insurance this is good to go. For a normal Thais we can’t afford it however the medical cares are excellent anyway we get a good treatment but not as fancy like this.
@@LifewithSerg no harm done by my comment. It was good to show that level of hospital management. This will attract more of the high end foreign patients.
All of my videos WERE in HDR, but I stopped doing that 2 videos ago because they’re just oversaturated for most viewing devices. So no more HDR. I should’ve done it a lot sooner, because it was completely over, exposing my videos, and I wasn’t correcting for it.
Try simple techniques to help doctor first like use air purifier in some time like bed time Or maybe you snoring while you sleep airflow trough your throat. It's can happen when you get older because muscle weakness .New technology muscle massage equipment around throat will make it better. Consult this therapy from doctor. It also can help you receive oxygen good quality sleeping. And I think Using silicone retainer in some night can help too.
Next time ask for Dr Sujirat MD (my GP at Samitivej Sukhumvit 49). From your description I do have similar health issue. Always wear a mask. It helped me. I live in Sukhumvit Soi 39
Some private hospitals will give you a prescription at the cashier where you can go buy your meds at an outside pharmacy. You could probably have saved 1000baht. You have to ask though, they make a killing on meds.
In 2011 my 8yrs old daughter got digestive problem while we were in Thailand. Vomiting, diarrhea, bloating and loss of appetite were her symptoms. She saw a total of 4 doctors before we took her to a private hospital, Phaya Thai 2. The doctor talked to her for a few minutes, without doing any urine, stool or blood test, admitted her into hospital. He told us this is normal for someone who comes from western country. They kept giving her medication through both by mouth and IV. Her condition got worse and by this time they could not tell us what was really wrong with her. After 3 days, we took her out of the hospital. Before we did, the doctor said to us "if you take her out now and anything happen to her, I will not be responsible". We flew her back to the US, her pediatrician did some blood work and found out that it was H Pylori bacteria. Put her on medication for 10 days and she was cure. We lost trust in Thailand's health professionals. BTW, the hospital bill was 65,000 baht or around $2,000 USD.
I’m very sorry to hear that. Unfortunately these kind of mistakes can happen anywhere. Including America. I’m glad that your daughter got the treatment she needed.
Why in god’s name would you waste time going to 4/5 doctors at no name places and expect to get good care? And then complain? That is Bangkok, Thailand. If you had straight to Samitivej or Bumrungrad, the infection would have been taken cared of in one stop.
Have you found the root cause of all your respiratory infections? Make sure you have no mold where you are living! Thanks for the tour, health care is way better there than Canada!
Can I have a look at the receipt for a breakdown of the charges? I’m a doctor and I’m very interested in their individual and medication charges. Thank you so much
Maybe look into buying an air purifier for your apartment so at least when you are home the air quality is good. Also a good excuse to leave BKKs air pollution to travel to the beaches regularly for fresh air. Lots of chicken broth would be good and herbal tea with no sugar. Turmeric would be good too as a natural anti inflammatory. You can do trips to Koh PhaNgan where they do detox programs too just to heal your lungs. The fresh air there would be half the healing. I stayed at The Sanctuary there and it was awesome. See if you can find a place that does green juices they are awesome jam packed full of nutrients.. otherwise steamed vegetables would be good. So hard when everything is fried there. All the best and speedy recovery. (Naturopath) Julie 😊
Already have the air purifier covered, found the few great places that have steamed vegetables and very healthy food. The detox center sounds like a great idea.
I have visited 2 bangkok hosptials before, both are very beautiful. Both the doctor consultation fee was less than 1k baht. The first hospital gave me 7 days generic antibioics cost me less than 1k baht. The second hospital saw me from HK gave me the Pfizer antibiotics of whcih cost more than 3k bahts for 3 days. The medicine was even more expensive than in HK. So I cannot say Thailand hospital fee was inexpensive, it depends on many otherr factors to consider.
Maybe you shall try to eat rice with spicy paste dip , tomato paste dip and boil vegetables for one year Add more vegetable,herb in your meal ,Thai food can apply in various way ,take some suggestions menu from chief .
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I know that some people have an issue with the HDR. I’m still editing everything on my iPhone like a brain dead monkey so I don’t have an option to upload in two different formats. I really need to move over to a laptop editing software. I’ve said it so many times, but I’m gonna say it again, I’ll do it soon. Lol Thank you so much for your support!
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I hope you will get better soon Serg. the medical care and the infrastructure is some of the things that make Thailand attractive. :)
Yes it’s quite good here!
I live nearby and have some medical issues, and I found that Bumrungrad superior to Samitivej, even though it's within walking distance. I found Samitiveg overpriced, although that does not mean it's not an excellent hospital. I'm an American and when I describe medical care in Thailand to friends and relatives back home they are dumbfounded. Also, costs are much lower .
Bumrungrad is supposed to be the best. I would agree with you that Samitivej is a little bit on the high side. I’m gonna go and check out the expat program at Bangkok Hospital soon.
I'm Thai and I also think Bumrungrad and Bangkok Hospital are better than Samitivej. However, sometimes it's really down to what kind of medical attention you need or which physician you want to see. But most of the time, these 2 hospitals have the best technology/doctors among private hospitals here.
American healthcare is a travesty. Biggest ripoff ever. The system is designed to make money. Patients are merely tools to extract money.
I watched ur video and chris's rw4u back to back 🤣 get well soon 🤟
Bumrungrad is an iso rated hospital the best in Thailand. Many Drs there are retired from the US, Japan and other countries that retired back home.
As a Thai, my experience is that there are not much differences in services among any private hospital as they all are excellent. The service is very much worst in government hospitals in general, but they are 10-times cheaper😂.
Thank you for sharing that! I have not been to a Government Hospital here, so I really cannot comment on the service there. But I’m sure like most government hospitals, in any country, they’re not as good as the private ones.
I beg to differ. I’ve lived in Taiwan for 5 years. The government hospitals here are as good as the private ones, even better ! Quite a few youtubers have showcased government hospitals in Taiwan.
@@LifewithSerg University hospitals are better than most private hospitals but the queue is far much longer. The prices are about a half or cheaper.
There's many good government hospitals in Bangkok like Chula, Rama, etc., but the queue is longer than at private hospitals.
@davidrock65 Thailand and Taiwan are two different places. But getting the two mixed up is understandable. Ireland and Iceland were confusing to me too as a Thai.
Our last trip to Thailand we stayed for a month near Bumrungrad hospital where my wife got treatment for her issues. After we were done there we went to our house in Chonburi. Needed to make a couple trips to doctors, this time at Samitivej in Chonburi. I can attest that both hospitals gave great treatment and the prices were very reasonable. $750 for an endoscopy at Samitivej and it was done same day!
Yeah Bumrungrad is supposed to be the best in Thailand.
Endoscopy will cost min 25 $ to max 120 $ in any top tier hospital in India. With a UK returned FRCS Qualified Doctor's consultation.
I paid 12k baht for endoscopy at Bangkok hospital
Which hotel did you stay at when you stayed near Bumrungrad for treatment?
@@heythave We stayed at Grace or Graceland Hotel first. Didn't like it. Then we stayed at Furama, that was decent. Right next to the hospital and decent rooms. Not 5 star but also pretty cheap. Good staff. Very helpful. We also stayed at a doubletree for about 8 days but that was more of a walk to the hospital. Very nice.
I worked as a nurse in Germany for 20 years in various hospitals. But I can't get used to the expensive design of private facilities. The deals made with the insurance companies, the amount of prescribed medication and the lack of care when someone is single and bedridden and has no one to help with showering or changing their nightgown. 3 years ago I was in the situation where I had an emergency operation - inflamed appendix. I didn't have private insurance back then. 4 days of stay cost me almost 8000 euros. on the 2nd day after the operation. I freed myself from all infusions, thrombosis cuffs and ECG sensors and dragged myself to the shower with my bladder catheter and changed my laundry. 2 years later I had an inflammation in my abdomen and a viral infection. the same game in another private hospital - no care. but this time I was insured. The amount of nurses is phenomenal. The work that 6 nurses do here was done in Germany with 2 nurses - of course with washing the patient in the morning, changing the gown and making the bed. everything is aimed at profit. and that is never right.
Well said.
Thailand has some fantastic private hospitals , Bumrungrad probably being the best.
The only negative I’ve noticed about Thai healthcare is how much they love to over prescribe antibiotics for everything even not infection related which can lead to antibiotic immunity when you really need them.
Yes, they do love to prescribe antibiotics.
Yes I agree, in Bangkok Samitivej Hospital is only for a middle-class Thai, which of couse couldn't really compare to Bamrungraj Hospital which was in the list of the 10 best hospital in the world!!!😄😄💕💕
For me as a Thai I only went to the normal hospital like these too because just only the normal hospitals in Bangkok most of them are still not that bad and that's why Thailand Health care was ranked 6th best in the world by the US magazine CEOWORLD in 2019 and gaining worldwide recognition for the quality of its healthcare services.
But what I heard from the Elite Thai people most of them preferred to go to the government's hospital rather than go to one of the best hospital in the world like Bamrungraj because they believed that the most best Thai doctors and equipments are all over there like most elite Thai kids who dream to be a doctor when they completed their degrees most of them always dream to work there.
It's just a culture my friend. 😄😄💕💕
@@LifewithSerg Get well soon my friend.😄😄😄💕💕💕🙏🙏🙏
Majority of respiratory infections are down to the high levels of pollution. I Live in Bangkok for 2 years I have a continuous mucas issue.
Have to say-- I'm so sorry you had to get sick to do this video-- but this was one of your best videos! So informative and interesting! i LOVE Bangkok Hospitals!!
I figured since I’m already going in there yesterday, I might as well make a video and share it with you guys. Glad you found it useful.
I almost got heart attack over your thumbnail!!! Feel so relieved it is just an hospital review and your are safe and sound!!! Though your infection is still problematic but nothing serious yet.
I love Thai hospitals review anyway. ❤
Ps. I am Thai who love Thai hospitals because they have coffee shops, lounges, piano bars etc. it make my hospital anxiety subsides. I feel more relaxed for my operations. Even my friend who came to tend to me feel like she was in vacation!😂
The hospitals that I’ve been to here, are so much more inviting than the ones in the US. Not to worry, Jo, I am doing OK.
To bad the majority of Thai who are poor can't get this type of treatment.
@jensenchun4955
People in Thailand get free universal medical service using only their ID card (local calls it : Bhat tong or Golden card in English) from their local government hospital. With a fraction of money, they may ask for service from another government hospital outside their community. Those who can afford pay for extra hospitality service in private hospital.
In Thailand all Thai citizens(via medical gold card) eligible for free insulin when the doctor prescribe. And if you are not Thai citizen, it cost less then usd10 a dose here. All the Thai friends and relative who live aboard(USA,Canada,England) when they come back they immediately go to have all the dental works done. So yes compared to the West cost of medical here sound super reasonable.
Yes very reasonable here.
Very informative video. I’m retired and lived in Bangkok for three years. I moved back to the states about a year ago.
I went to Samitivej Hospital in the beginning of my stay. But I changed to Bumrungard Hospital. I preferred Bumrungard but it’s just a matter of preference. And my health insurance covered me for both. I have some health issues where I see specialists.
I must admit. I found the health care better in Thailand than in the states. Easier to see a doctor and all that.
When I first stayed in Bangkok I got sick also in the beginning. It was fever, bad cough, chest congestion, , bad sore throat, and felt really lousy. It only happened twice in the beginning. Then after that I didn’t have it anymore during my stay.
I rented a condo. And I purchased a couple of air purifiers. When outside sometimes I would wear an n95 mask if I was aware the pollution was really bad.
And there is a number of Japanese living in Bangkok. Many live in Ekamai.
Yes, I would have to agree with you on all of that. It’s not a perfect place, but a lot of the reasons you mentioned are why many people move here.
Thanks
That will buy me 25 7-Eleven waters! Thank you so much
This was a fantastic hospital tour and such great information. I have lived in Thailand 6-years and I actually learned several things here. I"m so glad you were able to get your issue diagnosed and I hope you are feeling 110% soon!
I’m feeling better already, thank you so much.
I know 110% is a figure of speech, but it's impossible to be more than 100%
Speedy recovery ! Matt
I shot the video yesterday, and I’m already feeling much better. Thank you so much, Matt.
Hi Serg, Wishing you a speedy recovery! Take care sir!
Thank you kindly
Good subject for Thai video. Thanks Serg!
Glad you liked it!
In the UK we have a national health system where if its serious you visit the hospital or a minor ailment like that we go see our local doctors practice.
Yeah no system is perfect.
There are many reasons to buy insurance. Car accidents are a daily occurance in Thailand, dog bites, malaria, TB, dengue fever and if you are hurt bad or critically sick the hospitals will stabilize you and tell you go back to your country if no insurance.
Yep so true.
Thanks for your positive opinion for the Thai private medical sytem.
I think it’s great
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I’m very glad to know you don’t get sick often. Please stay healthy.
Bangkok has several tiers of hospitals. Samitivej and Bumrungrad are both top-tier. The second tier is very much to the middle-class people and there are plenty of them for example Payathai hospitals., Sri Nakarind hospital. Third-tier hospitals are small and geared toward the small community. Government hospitals are free for citizens. And there are lots of health offices for general medical needs throughout the country and they are free for citizens. All free medical facilities carry a little charge for non-citizens.
Yes, I have a friend who is well-versed in the medical industry. And I’ve heard that Bumrungrad is one of the best in the world.
Be well again soon. Thanks for the hospital tour. Good to know just in case …
Yeah, I figured since I was already there, I might as well make something informative out of it.
Hi Serg, appreciate your videos
Glad you enjoyed them!
I hope you get well by now. I love your video. Good luck.
I am back to normal. I’m glad you’re enjoying my videos! New one coming out in about six hours.
Take care Serg. Bangkok is an awesome city, the air quality unfortunately is not awesome. Looking forward to your next adventure!!
Thanks! Will do!
Yeah, not a good idea to be in Bangkok with a respiratory illness. The bad air quality is not conducive to your recovery.
I always get respiratory problems in Bangkok.. AIR POLLUTION , unregulated heavy industry manufacturing and traffic exhaust.. 😢😭
Yeah so true.
I had the pleasure of unexpectedly visiting the Sports and Orthopedic department last month. I suffered a broken foot and the service I received was outstanding. I had x-rays taken, doctor visit and cast applied. Was also prescribed some medication to help with pain. Was also sent to rehab so that they could teach me on how to use crutches. Total for the visit was 16,000 THB, and it was all completed within 3 hours. They even had me come back 2 days later to open up the cast so that I can fly back home.
Exactly. The medical at private hospitals like this is great here.
Most private hospital in Thialand provide 24 hrs medical service and doctors stand by. This can guarantee that you could get medical care even in deep into the night.
Yes that’s a big plus!
I hope you speedy recovery.
Thank you so much.
Nice video. Some big south Asian cities (central Bangkok , Manila, Saigon) are heavily polluted especially bad quality fuel used , heavy car traffic & motocycles hence air quality is bad . Unfortunately this translates in lung infection . I will be curious if you ever lived or try to live few months to 1year in small tourist coastal towns or islands. in Thailand to find out if this recurring lung infection disappears and less prone to respiratory problems . Good luck & nice video
I tend to have bad allergies, and would get respiratory infections once every couple years, even when I was living in California. Bangkok definitely has some of the worst air quality I’ve personally ever experienced
Hi serg..this hospital looks more like 5 star hotel. Boths samitivej and bumrungrad give first class attentions and care ....ok it private hospital..but the standard is high level then here in England which I now live..anyway i hope you get better soon..and thank for giving info on this hospital,
My experience with these hospitals was that they tended to you better than the ones in America. Thanks for watching.
Sorry to hear you were not well. Get well soonest.
Almost back to normal! Thanks.
and i went to Bangkok hospital today with acute bronchitis infection. ugh. i always get sick when coming to Thailand.
Ugh sorry man.
Yeah those infections lol@@LifewithSerg
Almost 30,000 Japanese in Bangkok that live long term or work here, mostly concentrate on Sukhumvit area. I think they gave good deals for Japanese company on healthcare insurance for their employee that work here too.
That makes a lot of sense.
Reminded me of a hospital I went to in the Middle East many years ago. Was like walking in to a 5 Star hotel. The main difference between the hospital in this video and my experience, is that all the staff from Orderlies to Doctors were from all over the world.
Yah I can only imagine some of the hospital quality in the Middle East! And I’m guessing you’re talking UAE or Israel. Not Afghanistan or Iran. Lol
Saudi Arabia, UAE, Katar, Kuwait .
I always get that same cough when I travel to Thailand. Have it now just after returning. Look at your air conditioner unit. I may be wrong, but some aren't maintained well and the air is contaminated that is blowing on you. Just a thought. Take care of yourself and hope you get well soon.
I had both of my air conditioner, serviced less than six months ago, for this exact reason. So it’s still not the source. Thanks for the thoughts, I really do appreciate it.
You and I are both from North America. Different trees, foliage, and the air isn’t the cleanest. I’m built like you and sweat so much then walk into a building blasted by air conditioning. Who knows. I got meds for the same as you just over a month ago there. 🇨🇦🛶🇹🇭
No. 1 if excluding government hospitals, I gave 1. Bumrungrad Hospital, 2.Bangkok Hospital (Soi Phetchaburi) and 3. Samitivej Hospital. I received services from all 3 hospitals, but I chose to do a birth program at Samitivej. :)
I hope you get well and stay healthy.
I think your listing is correct. I have heard that Bumrungrad is the best. I’m going to go and check out Bangkok Hospital for their expat wellness program in a few weeks.
Right. But they all belong to the same owner, wholly or partly. Expensive for Thais. Prices are raised because of medical tourists.
Use mask when you go outside or if you ever smoke or alcohol drink decrease it .
Add herb tea for moisture like ginger, lemon ,etc for various products.
If you do all the things but it can't get better , change location for a while to approve far from downtown but still have bts and mrt transportation for convenience.
Thank you for the suggestions, I appreciate it
I'm Thai and I have sore throat once every year living in bangkok. Surprisingly, during 3 years of covid period I never have the issue and I also never got covid.
Lucky you! Stay healthy.
You probably did but the amount was so low that your immune system took care of it. If you did an antibody test, it will probably turn out positive.
One of the reasons why private Thai health care is so inexpensive compared to the US, is that in Thailand they don't have to spend tons of money on filing insurance claims and getting insurance pre-approval, and pursuing debt collection from people admitted in an emergency but without insurance. Running a cash business is a lot less expensive and less overhead. I remember about 15 years ago seeing a TV report about a US doctor that accepted no insurance, and only charged $2 per minute of doctor time (no charge for nurse or triage time). Payment had to be made at time of service. Since most doctor encounters only last 10 minutes or less, that was pretty inexpensive even 15 years ago.
You are very much correct.
You also should try Bumrungrad International Hospital. They’re pretty good as well.
That’s supposed to be the best hospital in Thailand.
Go to Bangkok hospital in Hua Hin. Once they know you have insurance, they will pad it out and find imaginary symptoms and present you with the costs while lying on a gurney. I refused and went to a state hospital for comparable treatment. B12000 Hua Hin for suspected water in my lungs, state hospital found no lung problem other than slight infection ,antibiotics for lung infection, cost for x-ray and antibiotics, B3000 .
Sorry to hear you had that experience
Public hospital have a hell long of queue for normal case.About 10 year ago I visited public hospital ,Ramathibodi, It take 1-2 months for my next available queue (back pain or whatever). For Siriraj It take half a day waiting in queue. So If u have money, Private hospital is always way to go.
Wow. That’s a long time
But still so much better & quicker than the uk 🇬🇧 🥹
I'm Thai, but I choose to go to Siriraj over this hospital. I trust the doctor at Public hospitals more than the private one. 😅
Samitivej is the top hospital in Thailand. Our country has hundreds of hospitals.
Yes, there are so many different hospitals in this country.
It's one the best and the most expensive hospitals in Thailand. Most Thais can't afford it, only the rich ones can. Most nursing graduates wished to work there 30 years ago. I think most foreigners know Bumrungraj and prefer to go there than Samitivej. Some of my nurse friends are still working at Bumrungraj. Take care and get well soon, Serg!
Yes Bumrungrad is supposedly the best hospital in Thailand. I will have to go look one day. Thanks for your well wishes.
Get well my friend, loving your vlogs.
Glad you like them!
I hope you will get well very soon.
Thank you!
I wish i knew this before i had kidney stone in bangkok and had to rush back home asap had tremendous pain in my lower abdomen
Sorry to hear that.
Get well soon, Serg. Another hospital recommended is Bangkok Hospital. It’s on Petchburi Road, but in a Soi.
That’s where I’m going next, for a full physical. I hear they have a really good Expat wellness program. I want to take a look at their services.
Sorry that you are sick. Take care and get well soon, Check the filter in your air conditioning system in case it needs changing. Very impressive hospital system.
I just had my air conditioning serviced about six months ago.
Had the sore throat, blocked nose and cough and a trip to Bumrungrad just over a week ago. Think I paid about B4,000 for some antihistamines and NAC etc. Seem to notice a lot of people coughing at the moment in Bangkok. Some super spicy som tam can help move the phlegm. But always a problem here with viral infections over the years with crowded places, pollution and dirty. Supposedly gets in the air after the rain.
I think for me, it’s mostly allergies, and the rain makes it worse.
The health care service in Thailand is excellent and most importantly - absolutely affordable. Way to go, Thailand!
Yes, unless it’s something they don’t see often. Then my experience is that they will absolutely refuse to consider other options than what they know. The typical Thai stubbornness and saving face stuff.
Get well soon nakha . During raining season please take care of yourself too.
Yes, I think it might be allergies
Good to know and discover ,thanks bro 🙏🏽
My pleasure!
Most travel insurance like safety wing will not cover private hospitals in a place like Thailand, only public hospitals.
Not true, they do.
I am sorry to hear you are not feeling well.
I hope you recover quickly.
Thank you!
Serg the other thing to look out for in these policies on page 21 the exclusion page is if it covers the doctor visit and the fine print on pre-existing conditions
Yes they are all different. You can get pre existing condition coverage for a bit more.
In that area is the residence of Japanese people who come to work in Bangkok at various intersections, in various alleys, there will be a lot of Japanese people staying in this area. and it's been a long time You can call the alleys around here a Japanese community. Including restaurants, pubs, bars and department stores. There are also special items for Japanese people. and Japanese people like to come and buy, If you want to have any good Japanese foods i do recomment this area, there are a lot.
Let's try with Bumrungrad hospital at this hospital It is also number 1 in terms of treatment and service too and you will can see how's different.
Yes, I knew there was lots of Japanese people to live in this area. As for the other hospital, you mentioned, from what I have read, that is the number one hospital in Thailand.
Thank you for information. Stay healthy!
Thank you!
Sorry to hear you are sick. Hope you get well quick!
I’m almost back to normal thank you
Get well soon 💪💪💪
Almost back to normal, thank you!
Live in Trang. Private hospitals here are excellent.
Used to live in Phuket. Medical cosrs here are a fraction of Phuket.
That’s interesting to know. I haven’t been to Phuket yet, but many people have told me that things are more expensive there.
เป็นอะไรก็ให้หายไวๆนะครับ ผมหวังว่าคุณจะไม่เป็นไรอะไรมาก โชคดีและปลอดภัยครับ
Thank you!
Nice Tour! sounds like u have the man flu. Joking! All the best Serg!
I’m on day two of the antibiotics, so I’m feeling a lot better
หายเร็วๆ กลับมาปอดแข็งแรงมากขึ้นๆๆๆไวๆนะ จะได้ออกเที่ยวให้สนุกอีกครั้งเน้อ คุณ Serg
Thank you very much! I actually just recorded this yesterday, and I’m already feeling better today
Hey Serg
Get well soon. The hospital review and the entire coverage of the facility was very insightful and nicely explained. 80 $ as said was reasonable with such a multi-speciality medical center. I hope you are feeling better now. Take care!
I’m definitely feeling better. I figured since I was going to go there anyways, I might as well share it with people who might have an interest in the subject.
@@LifewithSerg Definitely. This showed one of the least explored subject in Bangkok and you made the first video I feel.
Serg what did they give you for medication. My wife just went yesterday with the same issues and was curious if they prescribed the same meds? Thanks. Steve
Same as before. Antibiotics for the chest infection, some dissolvable tabs to clear chest congestion and some other pills for cough.
Get well soon buddy 🙏
Thank you, I will
Yes good hospital as is the Paulo chain. I go to one near me to check bp / weight often. I had blood tests in June , see gp too. Great service. I hope you feel better soon Serg. Thanks sharing your visit 😊
There’s lots of great hospitals here in Thailand. I’m definitely feeling better, thank you.
I read somewhere that Bumrungrad Hospital has an excellent dental facility as well. I'm researching all the best dentists in Thailand before coming for a dental visit plus a holiday end of this year. Cheers 🍻
I use BIDC. One of the best in Thailand. Check them out.
The thing to keep in mind about private hospitals in Thailand is that they are first and foremost commercial operations and they will have absolutely no compunction about pressing on you tests and treatments that not only do you not need but can also have adverse effects on you.
Thanks for watching
Hey Serg I hope you are ok now.
The Simitivej you have been is the original Samitivej since 40 years ago.
As long as you have the insurance this is good to go.
For a normal Thais we can’t afford it however the medical cares are excellent anyway we get a good treatment but not as fancy like this.
I’ve been to government hospitals and received good care as well.
@@LifewithSerg no harm done by my comment. It was good to show that level of hospital management.
This will attract more of the high end foreign patients.
Get well soon Serg
I’m much better already, thank you
You are one of the few youtuber that publish in HDR, very interesting. I mean it looks great on my display but not sure about others
All of my videos WERE in HDR, but I stopped doing that 2 videos ago because they’re just oversaturated for most viewing devices. So no more HDR. I should’ve done it a lot sooner, because it was completely over, exposing my videos, and I wasn’t correcting for it.
Get well soon Na kha
Thanks!
Try simple techniques to help doctor first like use air purifier in some time like bed time
Or maybe you snoring while you sleep airflow trough your throat. It's can happen when you get older because muscle weakness .New technology muscle massage equipment around throat will make it better. Consult this therapy from doctor. It also can help you receive oxygen good quality sleeping.
And I think Using silicone retainer in some night can help too.
Thanks!
Next time ask for Dr Sujirat MD (my GP at Samitivej Sukhumvit 49). From your description I do have similar health issue. Always wear a mask. It helped me. I live in Sukhumvit Soi 39
I feel better already, but thank you so much for the recommendation
Get well soon and back to even greater healthy body, Serg. /cheers! 😊😊😊
Thanks buddy!
Chronic Respiratory due to smog, car exhaust ...Chest Xray would be in order.
You’re probably correct.
Health insurance is the most important thing. Please don't ever skip it.
Yes exactly!
Great hospital, get well soon.
Thank you!
Feel better, Serg.
Thanks!
Some private hospitals will give you a prescription at the cashier where you can go buy your meds at an outside pharmacy. You could probably have saved 1000baht. You have to ask though, they make a killing on meds.
Yah I know, I just didn’t want to mess with it.
Enjoy Thailand with good health Serg💪
Thank you!
Rest well Serg, get enough sleep and sleep well, wish you a speedy recovery 🎉😂
I’m almost back to 100%
Don't forget to hydrate brother it's paramount
ขอให้คุณมีสุขภาพแข็งแรงตลอดไป อนาคตถ้าคุณมีปัญหาเกี่ยวกับฟันหรือคุณต้องการปรึกษาแพทย์ด้านสุขภาพฟัน เราขอแนะนำ ศูนย์ทันตกรรมมหิดล กรุงเทพมหานคร ที่นั่นเป็นหน่วยงานของรัฐบาลมันยอดเยี่ยมมาก
I really prefer private doctors.
In 2011 my 8yrs old daughter got digestive problem while we were in Thailand. Vomiting, diarrhea, bloating and loss of appetite were her symptoms. She saw a total of 4 doctors before we took her to a private hospital, Phaya Thai 2. The doctor talked to her for a few minutes, without doing any urine, stool or blood test, admitted her into hospital. He told us this is normal for someone who comes from western country. They kept giving her medication through both by mouth and IV. Her condition got worse and by this time they could not tell us what was really wrong with her. After 3 days, we took her out of the hospital. Before we did, the doctor said to us "if you take her out now and anything happen to her, I will not be responsible". We flew her back to the US, her pediatrician did some blood work and found out that it was H Pylori bacteria. Put her on medication for 10 days and she was cure. We lost trust in Thailand's health professionals. BTW, the hospital bill was 65,000 baht or around $2,000 USD.
I’m very sorry to hear that. Unfortunately these kind of mistakes can happen anywhere. Including America. I’m glad that your daughter got the treatment she needed.
Why in god’s name would you waste time going to 4/5 doctors at no name places and expect to get good care? And then complain? That is Bangkok, Thailand. If you had straight to Samitivej or Bumrungrad, the infection would have been taken cared of in one stop.
Have you found the root cause of all your respiratory infections? Make sure you have no mold where you are living! Thanks for the tour, health care is way better there than Canada!
Lots of people that I know here have the same issues. Allergies seem to be the main culprit.
Hey Pal! Hope you're feeling better!
I am!
Get well soon Bro. 🤝
Thank you, I will
Can I have a look at the receipt for a breakdown of the charges? I’m a doctor and I’m very interested in their individual and medication charges. Thank you so much
I don’t share that kind of personal information.
Samithivej isone of the best , but just take care yourself, Serg🎉
Thank you, I really appreciate that!
Hope you’re feeling well again. Saw you pop into Starbucks earlier at terminal 21 - looked ok to me.
Oh yah. Needed a napkin. I’m feeling much better. Thanks!
Maybe look into buying an air purifier for your apartment so at least when you are home the air quality is good. Also a good excuse to leave BKKs air pollution to travel to the beaches regularly for fresh air. Lots of chicken broth would be good and herbal tea with no sugar. Turmeric would be good too as a natural anti inflammatory. You can do trips to Koh PhaNgan where they do detox programs too just to heal your lungs. The fresh air there would be half the healing. I stayed at The Sanctuary there and it was awesome. See if you can find a place that does green juices they are awesome jam packed full of nutrients.. otherwise steamed vegetables would be good. So hard when everything is fried there. All the best and speedy recovery. (Naturopath) Julie 😊
Already have the air purifier covered, found the few great places that have steamed vegetables and very healthy food. The detox center sounds like a great idea.
I have visited 2 bangkok hosptials before, both are very beautiful. Both the doctor consultation fee was less than 1k baht. The first hospital gave me 7 days generic antibioics cost me less than 1k baht. The second hospital saw me from HK gave me the Pfizer antibiotics of whcih cost more than 3k bahts for 3 days. The medicine was even more expensive than in HK. So I cannot say Thailand hospital fee was inexpensive, it depends on many otherr factors to consider.
It depends where you go. I am comparing the prices here to prices in the US and it’s a bargain!
Stay healthy and avoid illnesses this rainy season.
I’m trying! Thanks.
Maybe you shall try to eat rice with spicy paste dip , tomato paste dip and boil vegetables for one year
Add more vegetable,herb in your meal ,Thai food can apply in various way ,take some suggestions menu from chief .
Thanks for the suggestion
Sorry you got sick, but this video is great.
I’m glad I made a video while I was there, it seems that many people have found it very useful
Get well soon Pup, my dad is sick in Thailand now too but he is in Siracha.
Feeling better today!
Bumrungrad is another nice hospital in BKK, can just hang out for the day, almost like the mall.
Your videos are great and I am insanely jealous that you were able to escape the USA before the collapse comes (so you won't end up in a camp like I will) .... BUT:
one minor note: Does YT give you the option to also create non-HDR versions of the videos (alongside the ones you do post)?
The HDR format just does not seem terribly well adopted yet. Even on my fancy new M2 MacBook, it's still a little wonky.
I know that some people have an issue with the HDR. I’m still editing everything on my iPhone like a brain dead monkey so I don’t have an option to upload in two different formats. I really need to move over to a laptop editing software. I’ve said it so many times, but I’m gonna say it again, I’ll do it soon. Lol
Thank you so much for your support!