The health care industry is subject to a wide range of laws and regulations, including those related to healthcare reimbursement, social security, hospital, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and laws regulating the practices of medical professionals.     The National Health Act B.E. 2550 (2007) is considered the principal healthcare law in Thailand. The Act codifies important rights a...

A recent article in Forbes talked about the medical tourism boom in Thailand and the advantages of seeking medical treatment here: low costs, high-quality treatment, and well-trained physicians. Thailand has long since joined emerging countries like India that offer an inexpensive solution to rising healthcare problems. However, even state-of-the-art facilities and top doctors cannot guarantee th...