Welcome to Ratchaphruek Hospital, a sanctuary of healing in the heart of Khon Kaen, Thailand. Known as the "Healing Environment Hospital," our facility combines traditional Thai architectural elegance with modern healthcare innovations, creating a space that heals the body and soothes the mind.
Our Philosophy
Person-centered approach to care
At Ratchaphruek Hospital, we prioritise a humanised, person-centred approach to care. This philosophy is evident in every aspect of our services, from the serene, garden-filled surroundings of our facility to the compassionate, skilled care provided by our experienced medical staff. Inspired by the wisdom of Buddha — ""A sick body need not mean a sick mind"" — our spacious, homelike building ensures a peaceful healing environment for our patients and their families.
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Humanistic Philosophy
Fair Pricing Policy
Our senior management's vision has always focused on maintaining accessibility for Thai nationals, offering fair pricing, and upholding a strong humanistic philosophy. Through our fair pricing policy, Ratchaphruek Hospital upholds the value that every individual deserves access to outstanding medical care, reflecting our deep respect for the fundamental equality of all lives. These principles are crucial in creating an environment that promotes comprehensive healing. Our mission expresses our commitment to continuous improvement and providing healthcare that meets international standards for quality, safety, and empathy.
Healing Oasis
Majestic Trees
At the heart of Ratchaphruek Hospital, a collection of majestic trees stands as a testament to the hospital's commitment to healing and serenity. These trees reflect the local flora, are placed to provide shade, reduce noise pollution, and enhance the overall beauty of the hospital grounds. The presence of these trees plays a crucial role in creating a peaceful, natural environment that promotes wellness and recovery. The central garden area, shaded by these trees, offers patients, visitors, and staff a serene retreat from the clinical environment, supporting the hospital's philosophy that a connection to nature is essential for holistic healing.
关于我们
Welcome to Ratchaphruek Hospital, a sanctuary of healing in the heart of Khon Kaen, Thailand. Known as the "Healing Environment Hospital," our facility combines traditional Thai architectural elegance with modern healthcare innovations, creating a space that heals the body and soothes the mind.
Humanistic Philosophy
At Ratchaphruek Hospital, we prioritise a humanised, person-centred approach to care. This philosophy is evident in every aspect of our services, from the serene, garden-filled surroundings of our facility to the compassionate, skilled care provided by our experienced medical staff. Inspired by the wisdom of Buddha — ""A sick body need not mean a sick mind"" — our spacious, homelike building ensures a peaceful healing environment for our patients and their families.
Fair Pricing
Our senior management's vision has always focused on maintaining accessibility for Thai nationals, offering fair pricing, and upholding a strong humanistic philosophy. Through our fair pricing policy, Ratchaphruek Hospital upholds the value that every individual deserves access to outstanding medical care, reflecting our deep respect for the intrinsic equality of all lives. These principles are crucial in creating an environment that promotes comprehensive healing. Our mission expresses our commitment to continuous improvement and providing healthcare that meets international standards for quality, safety, and empathy.
Our Healing Oasis
At the heart of Ratchaphruek Hospital, a collection of majestic trees stands as a testament to the hospital's commitment to healing and serenity. These trees reflect the local flora, are placed to provide shade, reduce noise pollution, and enhance the overall beauty of the hospital grounds. The presence of these trees plays a crucial role in creating a peaceful, natural environment that promotes wellness and recovery. The central garden area, shaded by these trees, offers patients, visitors, and staff a serene retreat from the clinical environment, supporting the hospital's philosophy that a connection to nature is essential for holistic healing.
Warm as home,
Care by expertise,
Healing by heart.
Core Values
Integrity:
We maintain the highest standards of professional ethics in all our practices.
Happiness:
We focus on the happiness of our staff, creating a joyful work environment that enhances patient care.
Humanized and Holistic Care:
We provide care with all-embracing mercy, focusing on the complete wellbeing of our patients.
Thai Hospitality: We embody traditional Thai warmth and compassion, welcoming each patient into our care.
Professional:
We ensure professionalism and accountability in all our responsibilities, striving for excellence in our care delivery.
Our Journey
Established in 1994, Ratchaphruek Hospital initially served the local community from a smaller facility in the city center. The demand for our uniquely compassionate and effective medical care led to the design and construction of our current state-of-the-art facility, which opened in 2018. Today, Ratchaphruek Hospital welcomes over 200,000 patients annually.
As we look ahead, Ratchaphruek Hospital continues to be a place of light and warmth, where innovation in healthcare meets heartfelt compassion. Our dedication to enhancing the well-being of our patients is unwavering. Together, we aim to exceed standards and foster moments of genuine connection and care. We invite you to join us on this nurturing path and experience the profound difference of a truly healing environment.
Recent Successes and Achievements
JCI International Standards Accreditation (2019):
Achieved one year after opening our new building, confirming our commitment to global healthcare standards.
Planetree International Membership (2020):
This affiliation enhances our patient-centered approach to healthcare.
Silver Award for Architectural Design (2020):
Awarded by The Association of Siamese Architects under Royal Patronage, this honor celebrates our facility's aesthetic and functional design.
Global Healthcare Accreditation with Excellence status (2023):
Accredited for Medical Travel services, this recognition underscores our excellence in catering to international patients and meeting stringent global standards.
我们的领导者、首席执行官的讯息
我们多年来获得的一系列荣誉展示了我们对卓越医疗保健的持久承诺。
我们的医生和工作人员团队随时为您提供最好的护理。
宋萨克·旺瓦塔纳吉特博士
Somsak Wongwattanakit 医生是一位技术精湛的医生，在心脏病学领域拥有 20 多年的经验。他在朱拉隆功大学获得医学学位，并在 Ratchaphruek 医院完成住院医师实习。 Wongwattanakit 医生致力于为患者提供最好的护理，并致力于了解最新的医疗进展。
苏帕蓬·佩查拉博士
Supaporn Phetcharat 博士是一位经过委员会认证的神经科医生，拥有超过 15 年的经验。她毕业于玛希隆大学并在 Siriraj 医院完成了住院医师实习。 Phetcharat 医生热衷于为患者提供最好的护理，并致力于持续的教育和培训。
纳塔乌特·坦蒂瓦塔纳博士
Nattawut Tantivatana 博士是一位经验丰富的肿瘤科医生，拥有 10 多年的经验。他毕业于朱拉隆功大学，并在朱拉隆功国王纪念医院完成了住院医师实习。坦蒂瓦塔纳医生致力于为患者提供富有同情心的护理，并孜孜不倦地了解肿瘤学的最新进展。
Architecture
Architectural Vision
Architectural innovation with healing environmental
Ratchaphruek Hospital is recognized not only as a medical facility but also as a sanctuary that blends architectural innovation with healing environmental. The hospital’s design philosophy underscores the idea that while medical professionals heal the body, the environment should nurture the mind.
Architectural Philosophy
Beyond traditional
The lead architect of Ratchaphruek Hospital, embracing both international and local influences, has created a hospital that goes beyond traditional medical environments by focusing on holistic healing. This philosophy led to a unique architectural approach that prioritizes both functional efficiency and spiritual comfort.
Background
Our design is focused on three core principles
Ratchaphruek Hospital has been serving the community for over 20-30 years. However, after two decades of operation, the hospital faced overcrowding and an increasingly dense environment. Dr. Teerawat, the hospital's president, who regards patients as individuals rather than customers, recognized the need for a new approach—one that would focus on creating a healing environment rather than a conventional medical facility.
With a vision to break away from traditional hospital designs, Dr. Teerawat sought a designer to bring this vision to life. The challenge was clear: how could a hospital be reimagined to prioritize healing and well-being, while moving beyond the rigid frameworks of typical hospital architecture? The architect, who had no prior experience designing healthcare facilities, saw this as an opportunity to explore new dimensions of hospital design.
The journey began with a deep study of the local context in Khon Kaen, where the new hospital would be built. Understanding the environment, culture, and daily lives of the people was essential. It was not merely about constructing a building—it was about creating a space that felt like home, one that harmonized with the way people lived and interacted. The goal was to design a hospital that would truly belong to the community, much like building a house that fits naturally within its surroundings.
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Core Design Goals
Healing Environment:
Committing to spaces that foster natural healing through visual, spatial, and sensory experiences.
Operational Efficiency
Designing a layout that enhances patient flow, reduces stress, and boosts overall efficiency
Cultural Contextuality
Integrating local cultural elements and community needs to ensure the design resonates with the local identity of Khon Kaen, Isaan.
Architectural Features
Green Spaces
Upon entering, patients and visitors encounter lush landscapes, which act as natural therapy zones. This introduction aims to uplift spirits and establish a soothing atmosphere for their visit.
Circulatory System
The hospital features a central courtyard that simplifies navigation, ensuring easy orientation without confusion or stress. This design not only aids in wayfinding but also contributes to a calm and orderly patient experience.
Spiritual and Community Spaces
The hospital accommodates the spiritual needs of its diverse patient base with dedicated areas for different religious practices, including a Brahma shrine, a Christian prayer room, and an Islamic prayer space, each designed to cater to specific practices and offer privacy.
Local Motifs and Materials
The use of local materials and cultural motifs, such as the "Lai Ta Laew" pattern, connects the hospital aesthetically and spiritually to the community. This pattern, traditionally found on medicine pots believed to ward off bad luck, has been woven into the architectural details, symbolizing the hospital as a vessel of healing.
Ratchaphruek Hospital’s architecture embodies the belief that a thoughtfully designed environment is crucial to healing. By incorporating extensive greenery, efficient layouts, and culturally significant elements, the hospital lays a foundation for physical recovery and spiritual well-being, ensuring an environment that supports health and recovery for both patients and staff.
奖项和全球认证
Ratchaphruek 医院不仅以其卓越的医疗服务而闻名，还因其建筑创新而闻名。我们的奖项和认证证明了我们致力于提供出色的医疗服务，确保患者安全第一，并通过周到的设计创造一个有利于康复和舒适的环境。
梧桐国际奖
作为 Planetree International 的骄傲成员，我们医院致力于提供以患者为中心的护理，尊重患者及其家属并让其参与健康管理的各个方面。这一会员资格凸显了我们致力于创造一个不仅支持患者身体健康，而且支持其情感、心理和精神健康的康复环境。通过遵循 Planetree 的原则，我们努力通过创新实践和社区参与来提高患者满意度并改善护理质量。我们与 Planetree 的合作凸显了我们持续致力于将医疗保健转变为更富有同情心和个性化的体验。
医疗旅行服务卓越全球医疗保健认证 (GHA)
认可我们致力于为医疗旅行者提供符合最高国际质量和安全标准的以患者为中心的护理。我们的医院已获得全球医疗保健认证，跻身仅有的 14 家国际认可医疗机构之列。我们与众不同之处在于，在这 14 家机 构中，只有 5 家获得了“卓越认证”这一尊贵地位。
国际联合委员会 (JCI) 认证（2018 年）：
绿色医院认可（2023 年）：
承认我们为将环境可持续性融入医疗保健所做的努力。
医疗保健建筑设计奖（2023 年）：
庆祝我们医院的创新设计，将功能性与美观性融为一体，为患者和员工创造一个治疗和温馨的环境。
我们持续的承诺
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Ratchaphruek 医院获得的一系列奖项和认证，包括我们创新建筑设计的奖项和认证，不仅仅是认可，它们反映了我们在服务的各个方面不断追求卓越的承诺。
