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Asst. Prof. Dr. Chalermchai Limitlaohaphan

Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

Arthroscopic SurgeryJoint Replacement SurgerySports Injury ManagementLigament Reconstruction

Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital — Bangkok, Thailand

27+ years of experience

Languages: EnglishThai

Professional Profile

Assistant Professor Dr. Chalermchai Limitlaohaphan is a highly regarded orthopedic and sports medicine specialist with over 27 years of clinical experience. He holds the academic rank of Assistant Professor and is affiliated with multiple premier hospitals in Bangkok, including Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital, Bumrungrad International Hospital, and Bangkok Hospital. His international training at the Technical University of Munich, Germany, in sports medicine reflects his commitment to global best practices. He is a published researcher with contributions indexed in ResearchGate and affiliated with Mahidol University.

Education & Qualifications

  • MD — Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Thailand (1998)
  • Certificate in Sports Medicine — Mahidol University (2008)
  • Diplomate, Thai Board of Orthopedic Surgery (2011)
  • Clinical Fellow in Sports Medicine — Department of Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Technical University of Munich, Germany (2010–2012)

His combination of Thai surgical training and German sports medicine fellowship represents a strong international qualification.

Areas of Expertise

  • Arthroscopic Surgery — Knee, shoulder, and ankle arthroscopy using minimally invasive techniques
  • Ligament Reconstruction — ACL and PCL reconstruction for athletes and active individuals
  • Meniscus Repair — Advanced repair techniques for knee meniscus injuries
  • Rotator Cuff Repair — Arthroscopic shoulder surgery for rotator cuff tears
  • Joint Replacement Surgery — Hip and knee replacement for degenerative conditions
  • Sports Injury Prevention & Rehabilitation — Comprehensive care for athletes

Research & Academic Contributions

Dr. Limitlaohaphan has published research works in peer-reviewed medical journals, with contributions indexed on ResearchGate and affiliated with Mahidol University. His research topics include ambulatory surgical outcomes and predictive factors for unplanned overnight admissions in orthopedic patients.

Key Procedures

Arthroscopic Knee SurgeryArthroscopic Shoulder SurgeryArthroscopic Ankle SurgeryACL ReconstructionPCL ReconstructionMeniscus RepairRotator Cuff RepairJoint Replacement Surgery

Conditions Treated

ACL/PCL TearsMeniscus InjuriesRotator Cuff TearsSports InjuriesJoint DegenerationMusculoskeletal Conditions in Athletes

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Limitlaohaphan specializes in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine, with sub-specialties in arthroscopic surgery, joint replacement, and sports injury management for athletes and active individuals.
Dr. Limitlaohaphan is affiliated with multiple leading Bangkok hospitals: Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital, Bumrungrad International Hospital, and Bangkok Hospital. He also holds an academic position as Assistant Professor.
Dr. Limitlaohaphan completed a Clinical Fellowship in Sports Medicine at the Technical University of Munich, Germany (2010–2012), one of Europe's leading institutions for orthopedic sports medicine.
Yes. All three affiliated hospitals — Samitivej, Bumrungrad, and Bangkok Hospital — are JCI-accredited international facilities with dedicated international patient departments. Dr. Limitlaohaphan is fluent in English and Thai.
Yes. This content has been reviewed by the MyMedicPlus Medical Review Board. We follow strict editorial guidelines and cite authoritative medical sources. However, this information is educational and does not replace professional medical consultation.

References

  1. Samitivej Hospitals Physician Directory (samitivejhospitals.com)
  2. Bumrungrad International Hospital Physician Directory (bumrungrad.com)
  3. Mahidol University, Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital
  4. Technical University of Munich, Department of Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
  5. ResearchGate (researchgate.net)
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