Dr. Athikom Methathien

Senior Consultant Spine Surgeon , Bangkok
Bumrungrad International Hospital Thailand
Bangkok , Thailand
22 Years Experience , 3,000 Surgeries & Procedures

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About Doctor

Dr. Athikom Methathien is a Senior Consultant Spine Surgeon at Bumrungrad International Hospital’s Spine Institute, Bangkok, with over 21 years of dedicated experience in advanced spinal and orthopedic surgery. Following his M.D. from Mahidol University and board certification in orthopedics, Dr. Methathien completed a prestigious spine fellowship at The Rothman Institute in the USA.

He has performed over 3,000 spine procedures, specializing in scoliosis correction, spinal fusion techniques (ACDF, TLIF, ALIF), minimally invasive and navigation-assisted surgery, as well as disc replacement. Known for combining surgical precision with personalized patient care, Dr. Methathien treats complex spinal deformities and trauma cases, helping patients regain mobility and quality of life. Fluent in English and Thai, he is a trusted choice for both domestic and international patients.

Designation

Senior Consultant, Spine Surgeon

Education

  • M.D., Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University (2002)

  • Diploma, Thai Board of Orthopedics – Rajavithi Hospital (2009)

  • Fellowship in Spine Surgery – The Rothman Institute, USA (July–Nov 2013)

Special Interest

  • Spine Surgery & Deformity Correction

  • Scoliosis and Kyphosis Management

  • Anterior & Posterior Fusion: ACDF, TLIF, ALIF

  • Minimally Invasive Surgery & Navigation-Assisted Techniques

  • Disc Replacement, Kyphoplasty, and Spinal Tumor Surgery

Awards

  • 1st rank in Orthopedic Basic Science Examination, Royal College of Orthopedic Surgeons of Thailand

Memberships:

  • Royal College of Orthopedic Surgeons of Thailand

  • Spine Society of Thailand

  • North American Spine Society

  • Asia‑Pacific Spine Surgery Society

  • Scoliosis Research Society

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Frequently Asked Questions For Dr. Athikom Methathien

Dr. Athikom Methathien is a senior spine surgeon at Bumrungrad International Hospital, with over 21 years of experience in spinal surgery and orthopedics.

Dr. Athikom Methathien treats scoliosis, kyphosis, spinal disc herniation, spinal tumors, degenerative spine disease, and trauma-related spinal conditions.

Dr. Athikom Methathien performs ACDF, TLIF, ALIF, disc replacement, kyphoplasty, minimally invasive spine surgery, scoliosis correction, and spinal fusion.

Consultations are available on Sundays from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Spine Institute, Bumrungrad International Hospital.

Dr. Athikom Methathien earned his MD in 2002, completed orthopedic board certification in 2009, and finished a spine surgery fellowship at The Rothman Institute in 2013.

Yes, Dr. Athikom Methathien routinely treats patients from around the world, speaking fluent English and Thai, and offers top-tier spinal care in Bangkok.