Bangladesh emerges as key market for Thailand's MedPark Hospital

Dhaka : Bangladesh has become one of the fastest-growing international markets for Thailand's MedPark Hospital, driven by rising demand for advanced specialty care and strengthened patient support services.

In an interview with The Bangladesh Monitor, Kazi Sharhan Saif, International Marketing Manager for Bangladesh, South Asia, and Africa at MedPark Hospital, said, Bangladeshi patient numbers have recorded strong year-on-year growth, making Bangladesh a priority market for the Bangkok-based hospital.

Demand for specialized care

According to Saif, cardiology, oncology, orthopedics, nephrology, fertility treatment, and critical care attract the largest number of Bangladeshi patients. The hospital also receives patients seeking neurological, gastrointestinal, pulmonary, pediatric, and general surgical services.

He attributed MedPark's growing appeal to its experienced specialists, multidisciplinary treatment approach, and advanced technologies, including hybrid operating rooms and image-guided surgical systems.

Comprehensive patient support

MedPark provides dedicated assistance to Bangladeshi patients throughout their medical journey. Bengali-speaking coordinators and a specialized Bangladesh help desk assist with medical report reviews, appointment scheduling, treatment cost estimates, visa documentation, travel arrangements, airport transfers, accommodation, and interpretation services.

Kazi Sharhan Saif

"Our objective is to make the entire medical journey as smooth and stress-free as possible," Saif said.

Expanding presence in Bangladesh

Reflecting the market's growing importance, MedPark has opened referral offices in Dhaka and Chattogram and is preparing to launch a third office in Bangladesh. The hospital is also exploring long-term partnerships to improve access to specialized healthcare and strengthen healthcare cooperation with Bangladesh.

Improving accessibility

To help patients plan treatment abroad, MedPark provides preliminary medical assessments and estimated treatment costs before travel. The hospital also assists with accommodation arrangements and offers guidance on Bangladeshi food options in Bangkok, helping families manage expenses during extended stays.

Saif noted that while treatment costs remain competitive among Thailand's premium hospitals, foreign exchange regulations continue to pose challenges for many Bangladeshi patients seeking care overseas.

Continuity of care

Patients receive detailed medical reports and treatment plans before returning home, while follow-up consultations are conducted through telemedicine. The Bangladesh referral office also assists patients with future appointments and communication with specialists in Bangkok.