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by Huahinian
Sun Aug 25, 2013 1:54 pm
Forum: Health Issues
Topic: The dental visit from hell
Replies: 28
Views: 3192

Re: The dental visit from hell

Not been to a dentist for more than 40 years! No intention of going either! :D
by Huahinian
Sat Mar 23, 2013 2:16 pm
Forum: Health Issues
Topic: Saw Palmetto - Where to find?
Replies: 6
Views: 1334

Re: Saw Palmetto - Where to find?

Mr. Plum - have you tried http://www.sawpalmettothailand.com/

Probably preaching to the convered! :D
by Huahinian
Sun Feb 05, 2012 9:00 am
Forum: Health Issues
Topic: The new Bangkok Hospital in Hua Hin
Replies: 485
Views: 67923

Re: The new Bangkok Hospital in Hua Hin

I am sorry to learn that Dr. Mike is no longer working at the Bangkok Hospital. I, for one, have greatly appreciated his liaison between this forum and the hospital.
by Huahinian
Sun Oct 30, 2011 1:13 pm
Forum: News
Topic: The Floods of 2011
Replies: 405
Views: 39210

Re: The Floods of 2011

http://www.bangkokpost.com/breakingnews ... y-extended

Makes sense to some extent but .........................
by Huahinian
Thu Oct 27, 2011 10:35 am
Forum: News
Topic: The Floods of 2011
Replies: 405
Views: 39210

Re: The Floods of 2011

Another knock-on effect of the flooding: Went to S.E.Pharmacy in Bangkok yesterday - none of my heart medication or blood pressure medicine was in stock. I was told that the supplier was under water in Ayuttaya. Most ATMs in lower lying areas have been emptied.
by Huahinian
Mon Sep 12, 2011 8:29 am
Forum: Education
Topic: [ADVERTORIAL] Introducing The Learning Centre
Replies: 89
Views: 33283

Re: [ADVERTORIAL] Introducing The Learning Centre

On the contrary! It is our duty to educate our colonial and European friends that the level above the ground floor is correctly called the first floor! :laugh: The UK & Europe do use 'ground & first floor', it's North Amercia that uses 'first & second floors', or have I misunderstood yo...
by Huahinian
Mon Sep 05, 2011 1:38 pm
Forum: Education
Topic: [ADVERTORIAL] Introducing The Learning Centre
Replies: 89
Views: 33283

Re: [ADVERTORIAL] Introducing The Learning Centre

bapak wrote:A little surprised that this topic was moved to this area. It really has nothing to do with Education.
On the contrary! It is our duty to educate our colonial and European friends that the level above the ground floor is correctly called the first floor! :laugh:
by Huahinian
Tue Aug 30, 2011 6:22 pm
Forum: Health Issues
Topic: Health dilemma
Replies: 8
Views: 1520

Re: Health dilemma

sateeb wrote:Omeprazole or it's equivalent is widely available over the counter at most Pharmacists...it really works......carry on enjoying the God of wine!!! :cheers:
I'll second and drink to that!
by Huahinian
Sat May 21, 2011 2:19 pm
Forum: Education
Topic: I'm a student and paid for my degree....give it to me.
Replies: 10
Views: 2196

Re: I'm a student and paid for my degree....give it to me.

With reluctance to fail students, it does make one wonder about the Thai "qualified" doctors, lawyers, accountants etc..
by Huahinian
Sat Jan 22, 2011 7:12 am
Forum: News
Topic: Hospitals count cost of foreigners' bills
Replies: 29
Views: 2105

Re: Hospitals count cost of foreigners' bills

For those advocating the need for health insurance as a condition for an annual visa based on retirement, please remember that many retired people have already suffered from health problems that, in the event of a re-occurrence, would be excluded from a health insurance policy. In my case, having su...
by Huahinian
Wed Jan 12, 2011 4:59 pm
Forum: Health Issues
Topic: The new Bangkok Hospital in Hua Hin
Replies: 485
Views: 67923

Re: The new Bangkok Hospital in Hua Hin

I had a follow up visit today to the visiting cardiologist, Dr. Prachuep. Once again I was very impressed with the efficiency, politeness and professionalism of everybody with whom I had contact.

The new outpatients area is now open and the waiting has been minimised.
by Huahinian
Mon Jan 03, 2011 6:46 am
Forum: Health Issues
Topic: Dog Bites
Replies: 32
Views: 2890

Re: Dog Bites

Observing the patients that I have seen in the emergency room of the Bangkok Hospital in Hua Hin It is striking that there are a larger proportion of patients than usual with serious Dog bites. Several have required extensive stitching, daily dressings, antibiotic and anti-rabies treatment. Do othe...
by Huahinian
Mon Jun 07, 2010 6:43 pm
Forum: Health Issues
Topic: New Heart Clinic
Replies: 10
Views: 1844

Re: New Heart Clinic

On Petchakasem Road about 20 meters south of the main Bangkok Bank.
by Huahinian
Mon Jun 07, 2010 4:30 pm
Forum: Health Issues
Topic: New Heart Clinic
Replies: 10
Views: 1844

Re: New Heart Clinic

I have used it on three occasions - very professional. They do full cardiac checks but not sure about the surgery.
by Huahinian
Mon Apr 26, 2010 7:18 pm
Forum: Health Issues
Topic: Hua Hin Heart Centre
Replies: 1
Views: 593

Hua Hin Heart Centre

I am very impressed with the new centre run by cardiologist Dr. Polpat. Located on Petchkasem Road about 20 metres from the main branch of the Bangkok Bank.