Prof. Emeritus Charoen Chotigavanich is a distinguished orthopedic surgeon with more than six decades of experience in joint replacement, trauma, and spine surgery. A globally trained specialist, he earned fellowships and certifications from prestigious institutions including Cornell University, USA. Renowned for his pioneering work in orthopedic reconstruction, he has successfully managed numerous complex hip, knee, and spine cases. Fluent in English and Thai, Dr. Chotigavanich is celebrated for combining advanced surgical skills with compassionate, patient-focused care.

Educational Qualification:

• M.D. – Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University (1961)
• Diploma – American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (1972)
• Diplomate – Thai Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (1973)
• FACS – Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (1973)
• FRCOST – Fellow of the Royal College of Orthopaedic Surgeons of Thailand (1973)
• Certificate – Spine Surgery (1973)
• Fellowship – University of Cornell, USA (1975)

Professional Experience:

• Professor Emeritus – Orthopedic Surgery, Samitivej Srinakarin Hospital, Bangkok (Present)
• Decades of clinical and teaching experience in orthopedic, trauma, and spine surgery in leading Thai and international institutions

Awards and Achievements:

• International fellowships and certifications from premier orthopedic training centers
• Recognized for lifelong contributions to orthopedic education and surgical excellence

Professional Membership:

• Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
• Fellow of the Royal College of Orthopaedic Surgeons of Thailand (FRCOST)
• Diplomate of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
• Diplomate of the Thai Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Fellowship:

• Fellowship in Orthopaedic Surgery – University of Cornell, USA

Publication:

• Contributor to clinical education and success stories in scoliosis and advanced orthopedic care