Самут Праканда (Таиланд) емдеу

Hello! My name is Pongkarn (หมอป่องสวยมาก), but most people call me Dr. Palm. I was raised in a multicultural family—my stepfather is German, and my mother used to run a tourism company in Thailand. Growing up, I often helped her guide international guests, which sparked my lifelong passion for hosting and connecting with people from around the world.

I graduated from Chulalongkorn University, the top dental school in Thailand, and earned my postgraduate degree in Prosthodontics from King’s College London, ranked No.1 in the world for dentistry.

Now, I’m the CEO and founder of Hachi Dental Clinic, a tiny clinic located just 20 minutes from central Bangkok. We're fully equipped with a 3D CT scan, intraoral scanner, and an in-house veneer lab, and we are officially accredited as an Advanced-Level Dental Clinic by the Thai Dental Clinic Accreditation (TDCA) program.

I’m a prosthodontist from KCL, with a strong passion for dental veneers. Over the years, I’ve completed more than 400+ smile makeover cases, mostly for celebrities, influencers, and high-profile CEOs. You can also find me on TikTok at @drpongsuaymak, where I share real patient stories with over 100,000 followers.

But I don’t work alone—all of my friend dentists are highly skilled professionals who are well-respected within local Thailand’s dental community. We work closely as a team, carefully planning each case together. Each of us focuses on our own specialty to provide truly expert-level care.

For example, if you come in for dental implants, you’ll be treated by an oral and maxillofacial surgeon for the surgical procedure, and your crown will be restored by a prosthodontist—ensuring precision and long-term success.

I genuinely love welcoming international patients and offering them not just top-quality dental work, but also a warm, local experience. We’ve recently launched our “First Country Comes First” promotion—if you're from a country we haven’t treated before, you're eligible for a special offer!

Feel free to check our website to see real before-and-after cases.
And don’t worry about transportation or hotels—I will provide a private driver service and have trusted hotel partnerships in Bangkok to help make your dental trip smooth and stress-free. Just message me directly and I’ll help take care of everything. ^_^

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