Urologist & Prostate Specialist · Bangkok
Dr. AtipChatsudthipong
American & Thai Board-Certified Urologist
Expert urological care. A more confident tomorrow.
Dr. Atip is a US-trained urological surgeon at Bumrungrad International Hospital in Bangkok, with a particular focus on the prostate — from minimally invasive UroLift for an enlarged prostate to MRI-fusion biopsy and robotic surgery for prostate cancer. He offers individualized, evidence-based care for women and men, in English and Thai.
Outside Thailand?Book a virtual consultation — opens Bumrungrad International Hospital's telemedicine page in a new tab
Clinical interests
Areas of particular focus within his urology practice.
- American Board
- Diplomate, American Board of Urology
- Active · certified 2020
- Thai Board
- Diploma in Urological Surgery
- The Medical Council of Thailand, 2025
- US Residency
- Urologic Surgery
- Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
- Practice
- Bumrungrad International Hospital
- Urology Center, Bangkok
Specialties
Three areas of focus.
Dr. Atip's practice centres on the prostate, kidney stones and vasectomy — with clear guidance on every option, from medication to minimally invasive procedures and surgery.
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Prostate Care
Enlarged prostate and prostate cancer — from minimally invasive Rezūm and UroLift to TURP and robotic surgery.
Learn more - 02
Kidney Stones
Diagnosis, pain relief and stone removal — from medication to ureteroscopy with laser — plus advice on prevention.
Learn more - 03
Vasectomy
No-scalpel vasectomy as a short outpatient procedure under local anaesthetic or sedation — permanent male contraception.
Learn more
Conditions
Expertise in urological care.
Dr. Atip assesses and treats conditions of the prostate, kidneys and bladder — for women and men alike — with a particular focus on prostate enlargement, prostate cancer, kidney stones and men's health.
View all conditions- 01
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Relief of urinary symptoms caused by a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate.
Learn moreabout Enlarged Prostate (BPH) - 02
Prostate Cancer
Screening, diagnosis and treatment planning, from active surveillance to surgery.
Learn moreabout Prostate Cancer - 03
Kidney Stones
Assessment, pain management and minimally invasive removal of stones in the kidney and ureter.
Learn moreabout Kidney Stones - 04
Urinary Tract Infections
Assessment of recurrent or complicated infections, for women and men.
Learn moreabout Urinary Tract Infections - 05
Incontinence & Overactive Bladder
Discreet, practical care for bladder leakage and urgency in women and men.
Learn moreabout Incontinence & Overactive Bladder - 06
Blood in Urine
Careful evaluation of visible or microscopic blood in the urine.
Learn moreabout Blood in Urine
Treatments & Procedures
Advanced urological treatments.
Clear, balanced explanations of the procedures used to diagnose and treat urological conditions — how they work, who they suit, and what recovery involves.
View all treatments- 01Read about UroLift
UroLift
Minimally invasive · No cutting, heating or tissue removal
Small implants open the urinary channel — no cutting or heating, typically as a day procedure.
- 02Read about Rezūm
Rezūm
Minimally invasive · Water vapour (steam) therapy
Steam therapy that shrinks obstructing prostate tissue — typically without a hospital stay.
- 03Read about TURP
TURP
Surgical · Through the urethra, no skin incision
The long-established surgical treatment for an enlarged prostate, performed through the urethra.
- 04Read about Robotic Prostatectomy
Robotic Prostatectomy
Prostate cancer surgery · Robot-assisted keyhole
Keyhole, robot-assisted surgery to remove the prostate for localised prostate cancer.
- 05Read about Prostate Biopsy
Prostate Biopsy
Diagnostic · MRI-fusion targeted biopsy
MRI-fusion targeted biopsy for accurate prostate cancer diagnosis.
- 06Read about Vasectomy
Vasectomy
No-scalpel · Outpatient · Local anaesthetic or sedation
Permanent contraception with the no-scalpel technique — a short outpatient procedure under local anaesthetic or sedation.
- 07Read about Ureteroscopy
Ureteroscopy
Minimally invasive · No skin incision
A thin telescope reaches stones in the ureter and kidney without any incision.
- 08Read about Laser Lithotripsy
Laser Lithotripsy
Endoscopic · Laser stone fragmentation
Precise laser energy breaks stones into fragments or fine dust.
- 09Read about Cystoscopy
Cystoscopy
Diagnostic · Often a brief outpatient test
A direct look inside the bladder to investigate blood in urine and other symptoms.
Dr. Atip Chatsudthipong, MD · Urological Surgeon
Meet Dr. Atip
Trained in the United States. Caring for patients in Bangkok.
Dr. Atip Chatsudthipong is a urological surgeon at Bumrungrad International Hospital. He earned his Doctor of Medicine at the University of Illinois at Chicago, then trained in general surgery and urology at the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University and Rhode Island Hospital, where he served as Chief Resident in Urology. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Urology and holds the Thai Diploma in Urological Surgery from the Medical Council of Thailand.
His practice has a particular focus on the prostate — including minimally invasive UroLift for an enlarged prostate, routine MRI-fusion prostate biopsy and robotic prostatectomy for prostate cancer — alongside kidney stones and no-scalpel vasectomy. He consults in English and Thai, and welcomes patients from Thailand and abroad, including those seeking a second opinion.
2012
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
University of Illinois at Chicago
2012–2013
Internship in General Surgery
The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
2013–2017
Residency in Urology
Brown University · Rhode Island Hospital
2016–2017
Chief Resident in Urology
Brown University · Rhode Island Hospital
2020
Diplomate, American Board of Urology
Active · certified 2020, valid to Feb 2030
2025
Diploma in Urological Surgery
The Medical Council of Thailand
- Author of Bumrungrad's patient guide to UroLift (opens in a new tab)
- Quoted in Thai Enquirer (opens in a new tab) on UroLift at Bumrungrad (2024, partner content)
Philosophy of Care
Where surgical expertise meets individualized care.
Urological symptoms can be personal and, at times, worrying. Good care begins with time to understand each patient, and ends only when they feel confident about their health and their decisions.
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Listen
An unhurried conversation about your symptoms, history and priorities — in English or Thai — so that sensitive concerns can be discussed openly.
02/04
Diagnose
A careful assessment using the examinations and tests that are genuinely needed to reach an accurate diagnosis.
03/04
Discuss
A clear explanation of every reasonable option — including watchful waiting — with honest discussion of benefits, risks and recovery.
04/04
Follow through
Continuity from treatment to recovery, with follow-up and, where relevant, a plan to help prevent problems returning.
Why patients choose Dr. Atip
Experience. Precision. Personalized care.
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American & Thai board certification
A Diplomate of the American Board of Urology who also holds the Thai Diploma in Urological Surgery — trained and certified to recognised standards in both countries.
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Minimally invasive options
Where appropriate, approaches such as UroLift, robotic prostatectomy and no-scalpel vasectomy — chosen around your diagnosis, health and priorities.
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Evidence-based practice
Care informed by current international guidance, such as that of the American Urological Association and the European Association of Urology.
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Consultations at Bumrungrad International Hospital
Consultations in central Bangkok, with access to the hospital's diagnostic facilities and services for international patients.
Insights & News
Understanding your urological health.
Kidney stones
Can Kidney Stones Pass Naturally?
How stone size affects the chance of passing, what helps, and when to seek treatment.
5 min read · Medically reviewedVasectomy
Does a Vasectomy Affect Testosterone or Sexual Function?
What changes after a vasectomy — and what doesn't.
4 min read · Medically reviewedKidney stones
How to Prevent Recurrent Kidney Stones
Fluids, diet and tests that reduce the chance of another stone — especially in a hot climate.
6 min read · Medically reviewedKidney stones
Kidney Stone Treatment Options Explained
A side-by-side comparison of observation, SWL, ureteroscopy and PCNL.
7 min read · Medically reviewed
Practice Location
Consultations in Bangkok.
Dr. Atip sees patients at the Urology Center of Bumrungrad International Hospital, on Sukhumvit Soi 3 in central Bangkok. Appointments are arranged through the hospital.
- Address
- Bumrungrad International Hospital33 Sukhumvit 3 (Soi Nana Nua), WattanaBangkok 10110, Thailand
- Clinic
- Urology Center, Building A (16B)
- Appointments
- Urology Center (direct line): +66 2 011 3693Hospital main line +66 2 066 8888
- Languages
- English & Thai
Virtual Consultations
Consult before you travel.
Living outside Thailand? A virtual consultation lets you discuss your symptoms, a diagnosis or a second opinion with Dr. Atip from home — before deciding whether to travel to Bangkok.
Virtual consultations are arranged through Bumrungrad International Hospital's secure telemedicine service, Bumrungrad Anywhere.
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Request a telemedicine appointment
Book through Bumrungrad's “Telemedicine by Appointment” service and ask to consult with Dr. Atip.
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Share your records in advance
Send previous scans, reports and test results beforehand so they can be reviewed during your consultation.
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Consult from home, then plan your visit
Discuss your concerns and options online. If tests or treatment in Bangkok are advised, you can plan your trip with a clearer picture.
Well suited to
- Second opinions on a diagnosis or treatment plan
- Reviewing scans and test results
- Preparing for treatment in Bangkok
- Follow-up after returning home
Good to know
- No physical examination is possible online
- An in-person visit may still be recommended
- Not for emergencies — seek local emergency care
- Check fees and insurance cover with the hospital
Arrange a consultation
Your health deserves expert attention.
Whether you have new symptoms, a diagnosis to discuss or would value a second opinion, an individual consultation is the first step towards clarity.