Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital

Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital opened on June 4, 1979. It is a leading private hospital in Thailand and Southeast Asia and is part of Bangkok Dusit Medical Services Public Company Limited, or BDMS.

The hospital provides care that combines international medical standards with advanced technology, and has received quality accreditations in Thailand and internationally, including from the Joint Commission International (JCI). It has also been ranked among the World's Best Hospitals 2026 by Newsweek.

Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital is committed to providing holistic care for patients—not only treating illness, but also focusing on prevention and health promotion to extend long-term quality of life, or ‘Healthspan,’ as this aligns with our philosophy of “we don't want anyone to get sick.” The hospital continues to raise treatment standards and advance medical excellence at the Liver and Digestive Center, which treats both Thai and international patients. Care is delivered by a team of gastroenterologists and hepatologists with American Board-level training, in collaboration with international medical partners including Sano Hospital from Japan and Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) from the United States.

ICHOM Accreditations

Key technology highlights include:
  • AI-assisted Colonoscopy with Japanese techniques: This helps detect abnormalities on the mucosal surface even before polyps become raised. AI-assisted colonoscopy increases accuracy in identifying abnormal polyps by 2 times and achieves a 40% Adenoma Detection Rate in patients aged 45 and older. Early detection of colorectal cancer can increase the survival rate to over 90%
  • ESD (endoscopic submucosal dissection): This technique allows large polyps to be removed immediately through an endoscope without open abdominal surgery. It helps patients avoid visible scars, reduces complications, and supports a faster recovery.
  • Blue light endoscopy room : Blue light enhances the visibility of polyps during endoscopy, while creating a relaxing atmosphere for patients undergoing the procedure.

Our team of specialist doctors, supported by the technologies listed above, has led to outstanding success in both prevention and treatment of gastrointestinal diseases. Based on 27,687 colon cancer prevention procedures performed at Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital (2017–2025), the hospital has achieved outcomes exceeding ASGE benchmarks across key quality indicators. These treatment outcomes include indicators that clearly exceed the international benchmarks set by the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE), including:

  • Perforation rate: 0% / ASGE benchmark: 0.1%
  • Post-polypectomy bleeding rate: 0.05% / ASGE benchmark: 1%
  • Adenoma detection rate (ADR)* o Age 50 and above: 45% / ASGE benchmark: 35% o All age groups: 40% / ASGE benchmark: 35%

Note: Statistical data is based on a total of 27,687 cases at Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital from 2017-2025. ADR (adenoma detection rate) is an important quality indicator in the prevention of colorectal cancer.

This excellence in colorectal cancer prevention and treatment is reflected in Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital receiving the Colorectal Cancer Service Provider of the Year in Asia- Pacific 2026 award from Global Health Asia-Pacific for the third consecutive year, as well as achieving ICHOM Accreditation 2026 Level 1 for Colorectal Cancer from the International Consortium for Health Outcomes Measurement (ICHOM). These achievements reaffirm the hospital’s commitment to providing holistic patient care and medical excellence that goes beyond helping patients survive disease. The goal is to help patients achieve a good and sustainable quality of life.

In addition, Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital is committed to supporting the community and improving the quality of life of Thai people through the ongoing Blue Ribbon campaign for colorectal cancer prevention. The campaign focuses on raising awareness of colorectal cancer and preventive healthcare through AI-assisted colonoscopy, with the aim of reducing illness and loss from colon cancer nationwide while contributing to the sustainable development of Thailand's healthcare system. In 2026, the hospital invited Popetorn ‘Two’ Soonthornyanakij, a well-known actor and singer, to join the campaign, share his experience of colonoscopy, and encourage people aged 45 and over, as well as high-risk groups, to undergo colon cancer screening even without symptoms. Colorectal cancer can be treated if detected at an early stage, supporting sustainable health care and reducing the risk of loss.

Achieving ICHOM Level 1 accreditation is the result of the dedication of our doctors, nurses and multidisciplinary professionals, who have worked together to drive treatment approaches in line with ICHOM standards. We believe that the indicators of success in colorectal cancer treatment are not only about being cured of disease, but also about patients having a better quality of life, experiencing the fewest possible complications, and receiving care with understanding in every dimension. This achievement confirms that the standard of colorectal cancer care at Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital meets internationally recognized standards.The approach to patient care under ICHOM standards includes 3 key highlights:

  1. Clinical excellence: using AI technology and precision treatment delivered by a team of specialists in gastroenterology and hepatology.
  2. Patient-reported outcomes (PROMs): using a follow-up and evaluation system that allows patients to directly report their symptoms, feelings and quality of life throughout treatment.
  3. Holistic care: comprehensive care that covers both physical and mental wellbeing, helping reduce anxiety and build confidence for patients and their families"

Vinita Oranrap, M.D.

Project Director, Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital

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