📍 Sukhumvit Soi 3, Bangkok
Thailand's premier hospital serving 1.1M patients annually from 190+ countries, first in Asia with JCI accreditation.
Bumrungrad International Hospital was founded on September 17, 1980, as a 200-bed facility in Bangkok with an investment of 90 million baht. The name Bumrungrad means "to care for the populace" or "to nurture the people" - a mission the hospital has fulfilled for over four decades. As Southeast Asia's largest private hospital and a regional referral center for specialty medicine, Bumrungrad has become one of the world's most popular medical tourism destinations, serving over 1.1 million patients annually including over 640,000 international patients from more than 180 countries. Bumrungrad has grown significantly from its original building, replacing it with a modern 12-story main facility in 1997 and opening a 21-story International Clinic Building in 2008. Today, the hospital operates with over 580 beds and more than 1,200 doctors representing virtually all specialties and sub-specialties of medicine across 47 specialty centers and clinics. The hospital provides comprehensive care in over 70 specialties and has set a benchmark for quality healthcare across Southeast Asia. Bumrungrad was the first hospital in Asia to receive Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation in 2002, and this accreditation has been renewed seven times, most recently in 2024. The hospital also achieved its third Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA) with Excellence in 2024, scoring 100% across all evaluated criteria for medical travel programs. Recognized among the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek from 2021 to 2024, Bumrungrad continues to lead in providing world-class healthcare to expats and international patients.
Appointment Booking: Schedule via phone, email, website, or walk-in to the International Medical Center
Pre-Arrival Services: International patients can submit medical records for review and cost estimates
Registration & Check-in: Present passport and complete registration at the International Referral Office
Consultation: Meet with specialist doctor who reviews your case and recommends treatment plan
Treatment & Care: Receive treatment from expert physicians with multilingual nursing support
Discharge & Follow-up: Receive detailed medical reports, prescriptions, and arrange follow-up appointments or telemedicine consultations
International healthcare pricing with transparent estimates
"I have been using Bumrungrad for my family's healthcare for over 10 years. The quality of care is world-class, the doctors are highly qualified, and the English-speaking staff make everything seamless. It truly feels like a five-star hotel with hospital services."
Dr. James Robertson · American Expat, Business Executive
"I traveled to Bumrungrad for a complex orthopedic procedure. The care was exceptional, the facilities were immaculate, and the cost was a fraction of what I would have paid in Japan. The entire experience exceeded my expectations."
Sophie Tanaka · Japanese Medical Tourist
"As a mother of two, Bumrungrad's pediatric care has been outstanding. The doctors take time to explain everything, the emergency services are fast and efficient, and having Korean-speaking staff available makes communication so much easier."
Rachel Kim · Korean Expat, Bangkok
Yes, Bumrungrad has direct billing arrangements with major international insurance providers. The International Referral Office can verify your coverage and coordinate direct billing. Patients should check with their insurance provider before treatment.
Bumrungrad has multilingual staff speaking over 20 languages including English, Japanese, Arabic, Khmer, Bengali, Russian, Chinese, and many others to serve patients from 190+ countries.
You can request a cost estimate by submitting your medical records and treatment needs to the International Referral Office. They will provide a detailed estimate after physician review, typically within a few business days.
Yes, Bumrungrad operates a 24/7 Emergency Department with trauma care, ambulance services, and immediate access to specialists across all medical disciplines.
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✓ Joint Commission International (JCI) Accreditation - First in Asia (2002, renewed 2024)
✓ Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA) with Excellence - 100% score (2024)
✓ Newsweek World's Best Hospitals (2021-2024)
✓ ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management
✓ CAP (College of American Pathologists) Laboratory Accreditation