in Samut Prakan (Thailand)

Dr. Pongkarn Kanchanawatana oder Dr. Pong

Qualifikation

- Zahnmedizin Chulalongkorn Universität

- DDS, Chulalongkorn-Universität

- Spezialisiert auf prothetische Zahnheilkunde

Berufserfahrung

• - Geschäftsführer bei Hachi Dental Clinic Co., Ltd., B2B Dental Supply Co., Ltd.,
• - Chefzahnarzt der Hachi Dental Clinic, Arzt mit mehr als 30 Fällen von Beauty Queen Veneers. Spezialisiert auf zahnkosmetische Eingriffe.
• - Mitglied des Ausschusses des Zahnärzterates, 10. Amtszeit

Education

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University (2010)

Board Certification in Neurology, Thammasat University (2019)

Certificate in Stroke and Neurovascular Ultrasound, The Royal College of Physicians of Thailand (2022)

Work Experience

General Practitioner at Ratchaburi Hospital (2010–2012)

Internist at the Chest Disease Institute (2013–2016)

Neurology Residency at Thammasat University Hospital (2016–2018)

Neurologist at Vibharam Pakkred Hospital (2018–2019)

Neurologist at Bangkok Hospital Pattaya (2021–Present)

Dr. Pongsapisut Poonsawatphong, widely known as “Doctor Ek,” is a prominent psychiatrist in Thailand who has made significant contributions to the field of mental health. With years of professional experience, he is recognized for his clinical expertise and his leadership in shaping mental health services that are both accessible and stigma-free. He currently serves as an executive of the SMIND network and is also the resident psychiatrist at the SMIND Mental Health Clinic located in Khon Kaen.

Dr. Pongsapisut’s career includes prior service at Srinagarind Hospital, a leading teaching hospital affiliated with Khon Kaen University, where he was actively involved in psychiatric care, education, and community outreach. His approach emphasizes not only treatment but also mental health promotion and preventive care. This philosophy is evident in the services provided at SMIND, which operates under the concept “You don’t have to be sick to come,” encouraging people to seek mental wellness proactively.

In addition to his medical career, Dr. Pongsapisut is also known for his advocacy on social issues. In October 2020, he was among the group of medical professionals who signed a public statement calling for an end to violence against peaceful protesters in Thailand. This action demonstrated his dedication to human rights, ethical responsibility, and social justice—principles that deeply influence his approach to psychiatry.

Dr. Pongsapisut continues to be a leading voice in mental health reform, striving to break down social stigmas and promote psychological well-being across all sectors of Thai society.

ผศ.พ.ท.นพ.บุระ สินธุภากร Assoc.Prof.Leu.col.Bura Sindhupakorn M.D.
แพทย์ผู้เชี่ยวชาญด้านกระดูกและข้อ (Orthopedic) แพทย์ที่ปรึกษา

EXPERIENCES

2004 - 2014 ORTHOPEDIST IN ORTHOPEDIC DEPARTMENT, SURANAREE FORT HOSPITAL

2014 - PRESENT LECTURER IN ORTHOPEDIC DEPARTMENT, INSTITUTE OF MEDICINE, SURANAREE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY

2018 - PRESENT LECTURER IN TRANASLATIONAL MEDICINE, SURANAREE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY

2018 - PRESENT LECTURER IN BIOMEDICAL INNOVATION ENGINEERING, SURANAREE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY

2019 - PRESENT DIRECTOR OF CENTER OF EXCELLENCE IN BIOMECHANICS MEDICINE, SURANAREE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY

2018 - PRESENT ETHIC COMMITTEE IN CLINICAL TRIAL FOR HUMAN, SURANAREE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY

2017 - 2019 HEAD OF ORTHOPEDIC DEPARTMENT, INSTITUTE OF MEDICINE, SURANAREE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY

2017 - 2019 DEPUTY DEAN FOR ADMININISTRATION, INSTITUTE OF MEDICINE, SURANAREE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOG

EDUCATION

1998 M.D.(DOCTOR OF MEDICINE), FACULTY OF MEDICINE, SIRIRAJ HOSPITAL MAHIDOL UNIVERSITY

2004 ORTHOPEDIST, PRAMONGKUTKLAO HOSPITAL

2007 FELLOWSHIP IN ARTHROSCOPIC SURGERY, SPORTMEDICINE, TEACHING UNIVERSITY OF MUNICH, MUNICH, GERMANY

2009 FELLOWSHIP IN ADULT HIP AND KNEE RECONSTRUCTION, THE UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN ONTARIO, LONDON, ONTARIO, CANADA 

2015 CERTIFICATE COURSE IN GOOD GOVERNANCE FOR MEDICAL EXECUTIVE 4TH, KING PRAJADHIPOK'S INSTITUTE AND THE MEDICAL COUNCIL OF THAILAND

CERTIFICATE COURSE IN EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT FOR MEDICAL EXECUTIVE FOR MEDICAL SCHOOL 16TH, CONSORTIUM OF THAI MEDICAL SCHOOLS 

2017 LEADERS IN INNOVATION FELLOWSHIP RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM, ROYAL ACADEMY OF ENGINEERING, UK

2018 FELLOWSHIPS IN ADVANCE HE, UKPSF

2021 WELLNESS&HEALTHCARE BUSSINESS OPPORTUNITY FOR EXECUTIVE (WHB), MAHIDOL UNIVERSITY