Founded in 1980, Bumrungrad International Hospital has been a global pioneer in providing world-class healthcare services and international patient support for nearly four decades. Located in the heart of Bangkok, Thailand, a cosmopolitan megacity nicknamed “The City of Angels” and renowned for its culture of exceptional hospitality and delicious cuisine. Bumrungrad is an internationally accredited, multi-specialty hospital listed on the Stock Exchange of Thailand since 1989. One of the largest private hospitals in Southeast Asia, Bumrungrad International Hospital cares for over 1.1 million patients from more than 190 countries annually.
- Opened 200 bed facility: September 17, 1980
- Listed on the Stock Exchange of Thailand: 1989
- Opened 580-bed hospital: January 1, 1997
- Opened VitalLife Scientific Wellness Center: August 2001
- Became Asia’s first hospital accredited by the Joint Commission International: February 2002
- Opened Building A (Clinic): May 2008
- Achieved Global Healthcare Accreditation with Excellence: September 2017
- Upgraded from Preventive Genomics Clinic to Bumrungrad Genomic Medicine Center: 2024
In 2002, Bumrungrad International Hospital was the first hospital in Asia to be accredited by the US-based Joint Commission International (JCI). The hospital has also been re-accredited seven times consecutively. In 2017, Bumrungrad also became the first hospital in Asia to be DNV GL MIR Certified for Infection Risk, and became the first non-US hospital to earn Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA) with Excellence, which signifies the highest international standards of quality, safety, and care for international patients traveling to Bumrungrad International Hospital for medical care.
Bumrungrad International Hospital places great importance on integrated patient care through multidisciplinary teams comprising experienced medical doctors, nurses, pharmacists, physical therapists, nutritionists, medical technologists and other professional staff from various disciplines to ensure comprehensive care tailored to each patient’s individual needs, particularly for patients with complex conditions who require coordinated care from multiple specialists.
Bumrungrad International Hospital employs over 1,500 medical doctors and over 5,000 support professionals. A majority of the doctors have received education, training, and international board certifications from the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Germany, Japan, Belgium and other countries recognized for their international medical standards.
With expertise across more than 115 medical subspecialties, combined with systematic coordination among multidisciplinary teams, Bumrungrad is able to provide comprehensive and efficient diagnostic and treatment planning, with the aim of achieving the best possible treatment outcomes for patients.
Bumrungrad International Hospital is a leader in medical technology and innovative patient services. The hospital is committed to applying advanced medical technologies and innovations to enhance the efficiency and precision of diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care, tailored to the individual needs of each patient.
Among the most recent advancements, Bumrungrad has expanded the Precision Medicine department, which integrates individual patient data, including genetic and biomolecular information, into diagnosis and treatment planning. This approach is particularly important in personalized cancer treatment, enabling physicians to select appropriate treatment options based on each patient’s condition and individual characteristics.
Another cutting-edge technology the hospital uses is CardioInsight, a completely non-invasive technology used to diagnose and identify abnormal electrical activity in the heart in patients with cardiac arrhythmias. Bumrungrad is the only hospital in the Asia Pacific region using this technology.
In addition, Bumrungrad is the first hospital in Thailand to introduce Photon-counting CT, an advanced computed tomography technology that enhances diagnostic capabilities by providing high-resolution, high-quality images. It enables clearer visualization of organs and small abnormalities, supports the diagnosis of complex conditions across multiple body systems, and helps physicians plan treatments with greater precision.
What began as a surgical treatment for prostate cancer has now become the Bumrungrad Robotic Surgery Center. It utilizes state-of-the-art technologies for robotic-assisted surgery such as MAKOplasty© and the da Vinci Surgical System to enhance surgical precision and efficiency, minimize damage to surrounding tissues, and support faster patient recovery. These technologies are used across multiple specialties, including joint, spine, and cancer treatments.
Compassionate caring is one of Bumrungrad International’s principal values. Bumrungrad is committed to ensuring that every patient receives attentive and compassionate care alongside internationally recognized quality and medical standards. It has been featured by Newsweek, International Herald Tribune, Reader’s Digest, CBS 60 Minutes, The Financial Times and CNN. The reportage covers Bumrungrad’s quality treatment and capabilities in caring for international patients, contributing to its recognition as one of the world’s leading healthcare destinations.
With extensive experience in caring for patients from diverse nationalities and cultural backgrounds, Bumrungrad places great importance on reducing language and communication barriers. Nearly all Bumrungrad doctors speak English, and the hospital employs more than 130 interpreters to support clear communication between medical professionals, patients, and their families regarding diagnosis and treatment.
For patients traveling from abroad, Bumrungrad provides comprehensive support throughout their journey—from before departure and during treatment to their return home. Services include travel assistance, transportation, accommodation coordination, and assistance upon arrival in Thailand, helping patients and their families access medical care conveniently and seamlessly.
Bumrungrad International Hospital also practices a one-price policy for all patients, meaning there is no difference in costs for local or international patients of any nationality. This reflects the hospital’s commitment to providing fair and transparent care without discrimination based on nationality or origin.
Through compassionate care, convenient access to services, multidisciplinary collaboration, and equal treatment, Bumrungrad goes the extra mile to ensure that every patient is treated with care and respect for their differences, regardless of their country or cultural background. That’s why the Thai name “Bumrungrad” means “care for the people,” reflecting a principle that has guided the hospital’s approach to patient care since its founding.