Naputt Virasathienpornkul, MD, Orthopedic surgeon, Sports medicine specialist, Stem Cell Therapy - Bangkok, Thailand

Medical Center Reviews

59 Reviews No reviews yet.

About - Naputt Virasathienpornkul, MD

Dr. Naputt Virasathienpornkul, MD — Orthopedic Surgeon (Sports Medicine), EDNA Wellness Bangkok

Dr. Naputt Virasathienpornkul is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with specialized fellowship training in sports medicine, focusing on joint preservation, arthroscopic technique, and musculoskeletal regenerative treatments. At EDNA Wellness Bangkok, Dr. Naputt performs stem cell injections for patients with knee, shoulder, and joint conditions — bringing orthopedic surgical precision to every procedure.

Board Certification

Dr. Naputt holds the Diploma of the Thai Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and is an active member of the Royal College of Orthopaedic Surgeons of Thailand.

Why Sports Medicine Training Matters for Stem Cell Injection

Sports medicine physicians understand joints differently from general orthopedic surgeons — they think in terms of function, load, movement patterns, and long-term preservation rather than simply structural repair. This perspective is directly relevant to stem cell therapy: the goal is not just reducing pain but restoring joint function and delaying or avoiding surgery altogether. Dr. Naputt's fellowship training in arthroscopic knee and shoulder surgery means his injection technique is anatomically precise, his patient selection is clinically rigorous, and his treatment goals are aligned with what active, health-conscious international patients are actually seeking.

Clinical Expertise at EDNA Wellness

Dr. Naputt performs stem cell injections for knee osteoarthritis and cartilage degeneration, shoulder rotator cuff injuries and glenohumeral degeneration, sports-related joint injuries, and osteotomy-adjacent joint preservation cases where surgery would otherwise be the next step. His background in arthroscopic surgery gives him a three-dimensional understanding of joint anatomy that directly informs injection accuracy.

Education

Medical Training & Education

Dr. Naputt graduated with First Class Honors from the Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University — Thailand's most competitive and highly ranked medical program. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the Institute of Orthopaedics, Lerdsin Hospital, one of Thailand's national centers of excellence for orthopedic surgery under the Department of Medical Services. He subsequently completed a Clinical Fellowship in Sports Medicine at the same institution, developing advanced expertise in joint biomechanics, arthroscopic technique, and musculoskeletal preservation for active patients.

Research

Dr. Naputt has published peer-reviewed research in the Journal of the Southeast Asian Orthopaedic Association, including studies on complex joint trauma and functional recovery outcomes — reflecting a practice built on evidence and measurable results rather than anecdote.

Teaching

Dr. Naputt serves as teaching staff at the Sports Medicine Unit, Institute of Orthopaedics, Lerdsin Hospital — training the next generation of orthopedic surgeons in joint preservation and sports medicine technique.

EDNA Wellness - Surgeon-Led Stem Cell Clinic in Bangkok Thailand reviews

Important Disclaimer

PlacidWay.com provides medical travel information, not healthcare services. We don't endorse any providers, and we're not responsible for the care you receive.

Pricing: Prices on our site are estimates only, provided by the centers. Always confirm actual prices directly with the provider before booking to ensure full transparency and avoid hidden fees.

Your Health: Consult your local licensed healthcare provider before pursuing any treatment found on our site. Your health decisions are your responsibility.

Logo of

About Doctor