About Chiang Rai Orthopaedic Centre
Chiang Rai Orthopaedic Centre is a specialist clinic in central Chiang Rai for joint, bone and sports injuries. A practical resource for travellers needing orthopaedic care after motorbike falls or trekking injuries.
Orthopaedic specialist clinic for joint and bone issues. Suits patients with mobility concerns.
Why visit
- Specialist consultations available without hospital referral, useful for tourists with sudden joint or back injuries
- On-site digital X-ray and MRI scheduling means diagnosis happens within a single visit rather than across multiple days
- Knee and shoulder injection treatments offered for chronic joint pain, common request among long-stay retiree visitors
- Physiotherapy department on the same floor allows immediate rehabilitation start after consultations
- English-speaking surgeon for cases requiring further intervention, with referral pathways to Bangkok teaching hospitals
What to expect
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Local tips
- Pharmacy purchases including generics are usually cheaper than at branch chemists
- Take photos of any prescriptions before leaving in case of follow-up questions
- Practical access is Grab in town a hired car for the temples and Golden Triangle
- Booking ahead by phone is faster than walk-in for non-emergency consultations
Frequently asked questions
Is travel insurance accepted?
Major international travel insurers are usually accepted for direct billing but pre-authorisation is sometimes needed. Call your insurer before treatment if not an emergency. Keep all receipts and reports for claim submission.
What should I bring?
Bring your passport travel insurance card any current medication and previous medical records if relevant. Cash or card payment for the consultation. Mobile phone for follow-up communications.
How much will a routine consultation cost?
Routine consultations 800-2500 baht plus medication if prescribed. Specialist consultations 2000-4000 baht. Significant procedures price quoted before treatment for transparency.