Name: Bumrungrad International Hospital
Type: Private Multi‑Specialty / Tertiary Care Hospital (International Medical Center)
Location: Bangkok, Thailand
Founded: 17 September 1980
Affiliation: Independent private hospital (no university teaching affiliation)
Ownership: Public company traded on the Stock Exchange of Thailand (Bumrungrad Hospital Public Company Limited)

Overview

Bumrungrad International Hospital, is one of Southeast Asia’s largest and most internationally recognized private hospitals, known as a leader in clinical care, medical tourism, and patient services. Located in central Bangkok, it treats over 1.1 million patients annually, including hundreds of thousands of international patients from more than 190 countries. The hospital was the first in Asia accredited by the US‑based Joint Commission International (JCI) and has maintained this accreditation through multiple re‑accreditations.

Key Services & Specialties

Bumrungrad offers comprehensive medical services across dozens of specialty centers, covering both general and highly specialized care. Major areas include:

• Emergency & Trauma Care (24 hr Emergency Department)
• Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery
• Oncology & Cancer Care (including precision medicine)
• Orthopedics (including robotic‑assisted surgery)
• Neurology & Neuroscience Services
• Women’s Health & Maternity Care
• Pediatrics & Neonatal Care
• Intensive Care Units (ICU, CCU, NICU)
• Gastroenterology & Digestive Disease
• Urology & Renal Care
• Diagnostic Radiology & Advanced Imaging
• Rehabilitation & Physical Therapy
• Specialized Centers (e.g., Heart Institute, Spine Institute, Breast Center)

Academic & Research Role

While Bumrungrad does not serve as a traditional university teaching hospital, it collaborates with international medical partners and participates in clinical research, innovation in healthcare technologies, and quality care programs. Its medical teams include physicians with international training and board certifications from the US, UK, Australia, Japan and other countries.

Capacity & Facilities

Bumrungrad’s main hospital and outpatient clinic complex spans multiple modern buildings with extensive inpatient and outpatient facilities:

• 580 inpatient beds, including ICU, CCU, and Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care
• 47+ outpatient specialty centers and 275+ exam rooms
• 19 operating theatres and advanced diagnostic labs
• High‑tech medical equipment (robotic surgery systems, PET/CT, MRI, interventional labs)
• International coordination services, multi‑language support and patient logistics assistance

Mission

Bumrungrad strives to deliver high‑quality, patient‑centered, evidence‑based care with operational excellence, integrated clinical services, and human‑focused treatment experiences. The hospital emphasizes compassionate service, global accessibility, and innovative clinical solutions.

Reputation

Bumrungrad is widely regarded as one of the region’s premier healthcare destinations and has been featured in international media for its quality care and medical tourism services. It consistently earns top rankings among Thai hospitals in global lists of best hospitals and is known for its advanced diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities.