Professional Experience
Dr. Treeratana has held various leadership and clinical roles in surgery, with a strong focus on minimally invasive aesthetic procedures. He has performed thousands of successful operations at his own private medical center.
- Current Role: Founder & CEO, Rattinan Medical Center, Bangkok
- Specialization: Scarless liposuction, tummy tucks, gynecomastia surgery, and body lifts
- Procedure Volume: Over 3,500 BodyTite liposuction cases successfully completed
- Patient Base: Both local and international patients
Academic Contributions
In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Treeratana actively participates in medical education and knowledge-sharing at both national and international levels.
- Teaching Faculty: Cosmetic Medicine Program, Dhurakij Pundit University
- Speaker: International events such as WCAM, Thaicosderm, and TACS
- Mentorship: Trains doctors in BodyTite, facial rejuvenation, and gluteal augmentation
- Workshop Leader: Regular instructor in Asia-Pacific cosmetic surgery forums
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Treeratana is recognized for his expertise in reshaping and contouring the human body through advanced surgical methods. He focuses on safe, natural-looking results tailored to each individual patient.
- Body Contouring: Liposuction for abdomen, thighs, flanks, and arms
- Gynecomastia Treatment: Male breast reduction surgery
- Post-Bariatric Surgery: Full body lift after significant weight loss
- Tummy Tuck: Abdominoplasty for excess skin removal and muscle tightening
- Buttock Augmentation: Non-scarring gluteal enhancement techniques
- Facial Rejuvenation: Anti-aging procedures and skin tightening
Publications and Research
Dr. Treeratana contributes actively to clinical research with a focus on improving surgical outcomes, patient safety, and pain management strategies. His academic efforts are particularly centered on innovations in bariatric and aesthetic surgery, reflecting his commitment to evidence-based practice.
- 2020: Published a peer-reviewed study on the effectiveness of continuous rectus sheath block in reducing postoperative pain after laparoscopic bariatric surgery.
- Key Finding: Continuous regional anesthesia led to faster early recovery, reduced pain intensity, and decreased opioid usage post-surgery.
- Clinical Application: Results support integrating rectus sheath block as a standard in post-op protocols for minimally invasive bariatric procedures.
- Research Interests: Enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS), minimally invasive body contouring, and regional anesthesia techniques.
- Academic Engagement: Regular participant and presenter at international surgical and aesthetic medicine conferences.
- In-Clinic Studies: Leads internal data analysis and procedural audits to improve clinical standards and outcomes at Rattinan Medical Center.
Patient Care Philosophy
Dr. Treeratana is known for a warm, patient-first approach. He values clear communication, safety, and empathy, ensuring his patients feel informed and comfortable before and after surgery.
- Patient Communication: Believes in thorough consultations and patient education
- Online Consultations: Offers virtual appointments for international patients
- Safety First: Clinic philosophy is based on “Do No Harm” and patient well-being
- Natural Results: Strives for harmony between aesthetic goals and realistic outcomes
- Patient Testimonials: Many patients report life-changing confidence boosts post-surgery
Professional Affiliations
Dr. Treeratana is an active member of respected global and national surgical associations, underscoring his professional credibility.
- American Board of Quality Assurance and Utilization Review Physicians (ABQAURP)
- American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine
- American Society of Bariatric Physicians
- International Society of Dermatologic Surgery
FAQs
- Is Dr. Suthipong Treeratana board-certified?
- Yes, he is board-certified by the American Board of QA & UR and holds multiple international aesthetic certifications.
- What types of surgeries does he perform?
- He performs liposuction, tummy tucks, male breast reduction, post-weight loss body lifts, and buttock augmentation.
- Does he treat international patients?
- Yes. He frequently works with international patients and provides online consultations in English.
- How long is the typical hospital stay?
- Most aesthetic procedures require 1 to 3 days of inpatient care, depending on complexity.
- What languages does he speak?
- Dr. Treeratana speaks both Thai and English fluently.
- Where does he currently practice?
- He is the Founder and Head Surgeon at Rattinan Medical Center in Bangkok, Thailand.
- What makes him a specialist in body contouring?
- He has over 31 years of experience and has performed thousands of successful surgeries using the latest body contouring techniques like BodyTite.
