The Hospital for Tropical Diseases is a specialized medical center renowned for its expertise in tropical medicine, including parasitic infections, febrile illnesses, and travel-related diseases. With more than 60 years of experience since the founding of the Faculty of Tropical Medicine in 1962, the hospital has continually advanced medical knowledge and passed on its expertise to physicians and healthcare professionals both in Thailand and abroad. Beyond patient care, it also serves as a leading research hub, contributing new insights that enhance the effectiveness and quality of treatment in the field of tropical medicine.
Within the hospital, several highly specialized services—rarely available in other medical institutions—have been developed as Centers of Excellence in Tropical Medicine. These centers include four key clinics:
- Fever Clinic
- Parasite Excellence Clinic
- Diarrheal Excellence Clinic
- Thai Travel Clinic
Parasite Excellence Clinic
Parasitic Excellence Clinic
Parasites are organisms that live in or on humans and animals, relying on their hosts to survive. There are many different types of parasites, which can enter the human body through various routes. The most common route is ingestion, such as with roundworms, tapeworms, liver fluke, lung flukes, gnathostomiasis and angiostrongyliasis. Parasites can also enter through the skin, including hookworms and threadworms.
The symptoms of parasitic infections depend on the species, size, number, and location of the parasite within the body. Common manifestations may include unexplained weight loss, abdominal bloating, indigestion, diarrhea, skin pain or swelling, chest discomfort, coughing up blood, allergic reactions with skin rashes, generalized body aches, headaches, or blurred vision.
If you suspect a parasitic infection, it is important to seek medical advice. Self-medicating with deworming drugs is not recommended, as parasites vary widely and require accurate diagnosis and targeted treatment for effective care.
Clinic Service Information
- Open Monday to Friday, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
- Services available by appointment only
Patients are required to make an appointment in advance before visiting the clinic
Diarrheal Excellence Clinic
Diarrhea is a common health problem in the general population. It is typically characterized by frequent loose or watery stools, sometimes contain mucus or blood, and may be accompanied by abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting, or fever. In most cases, symptoms are mild and resolved without specific treatment.
Diarrhea can arise from many causes. The most common are foodborne illness and infections caused by viruses, bacteria, or certain parasites. In addition, some non-infectious conditions such as thyroid disorders, diabetes, or irritable bowel syndrome can also lead to diarrhea.
While most cases are self-limiting, medical consultation is recommended if diarrhea is severe, persistent, associated with significant fatigue, inability to eat or drink, or accompanied by blood or mucus in the stool.
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- When to Seek Medical Care
- For acute diarrhea, patients who develop severe symptoms such as fever, marked weakness, or inability to tolerate food or fluids should seek medical care immediately.
- Care is available at local hospitals or at the Hospital for Tropical Diseases, which provides 24-hour services.
- For cases of chronic or unexplained diarrhea, or when symptoms fail to improve, patients may schedule an appointment at the Diarrheal Excellence Clinic, where they will be assessed and treated by specialist physicians from the Faculty of Tropical Medicine.
Clinic Service Information
- Designed for patients with chronic or recurrent diarrhea of uncertain cause.
- Services are available by appointment only; patients must schedule in advance.
Appointment online at Diarrheal Excellence Clinic
- When to Seek Medical Care
Information
- Parasite Excellence Clinic provides services Monday to Friday, in the afternoon session.
- Please note that services are available by appointment only, and patients are required to schedule in advance.
Contact us
Tropical Medicine Excellent Clinic, Faculty of Tropical Medicine
3rd Floor, Rajanagarindra Building, No. 420/6 Ratchathewi Road,
Thung Phaya Thai Subdistrict, Ratchathewi District, Bangkok 10400, Thailand
Phone: +66 2 306 9146
E-mail: admin@tropmedhospital.com
FAQ
What is the cost of visiting Parasite Excellence Clinic or the Diarrheal Excellence Clinic?
Patients are required to pay a physician consultation fee of 400 Baht (non-reimbursable) and a hospital service fee of 150 Baht, of which 50 Baht is reimbursable. Please note that the total cost may be approximately 10–15% higher than the standard fee during regular office hours.
Can I walk in if I have diarrhea?
Yes, the Hospital for Tropical Diseases provides 24-hour care for patients with acute diarrhea.
However, for patients with chronic or ongoing diarrhea who want to see specialists at Diarrheal Excellence Clinic, appointments must be made in advance.
Can I walk in to Parasite Excellence Clinic?
No. the Parasite Excellence Clinic only provides services to patients who have made an appointment in advance.
Patients who arrive without an appointment will be seen by physicians at the general internal medicine clinic or the Fever Clinic. The attending physician may refer the patient to a specialist at the Parasitic Excellence Clinic, if necessary. Please note that in such cases, multiple visits to the hospital may be required.
How can I make an appointment?
It is recommended to make an appointment online using the link below:
Is there a telemedicine or online consultation service available?
The Parasitic Diseases Clinic and the Diarrheal Diseases Clinic offer a Telemedicine service, allowing patients to consult with a physician remotely.
Patients interested in this service must schedule an appointment as usual. Hospital staff will then provide instructions on how to connect with the physician via video conference.