Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sombat Muengtaweepongsa

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sombat Muengtaweepongsa

Senior Consultant 

32 Years of Experience

Neurologist

MD, Diploma, Fellowship

Phyathai 2 Hospital, Bangkok

English, Thai

Consultation Fee $

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About Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sombat Muengtaweepongsa

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sombat Muengtaweepongsa earned his MD from the Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Thailand, in 1993. He obtained board certification in neurology in 1998 from the Thai Board of Neuro Medicine at Ramathibodi.

He then pursued subspecialty training abroad: a fellowship in Cerebrovascular and Critical Care Neurology and in Neurology and Psychiatry at St.?Louis University, U.S.A. (completed 2007), which gave him global-level expertise, especially in stroke, neurocritical care, and cerebrovascular disorders.

At Phyathai 2 Hospital’s Neurology Center, he leads the management of a broad range of brain and nerve conditions, using advanced neuroimaging, critical?care neurology protocols, and best practices in stroke treatment.

He is highly regarded for his commitment to accurate diagnosis, timely intervention, and long-term neurological care, making him a trusted brain doctor in Bangkok among both local and international patients.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sombat Muengtaweepongsa's Expertise and Specializations

  • Stroke & Cerebrovascular Neurology: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sombat Muengtaweepongsa is a leading expert in acute stroke management, vascular neurology, and neurocritical care. As a top neurologist in Bangkok, he specializes in thrombolytic therapy, endovascular procedures, and stroke prevention, providing patients with access to advanced cerebrovascular treatments. His expertise in stroke and neurocritical care remains unmatched among neurologists in Thailand.
  • Neurocritical Care & Severe Neurological Disorders: With extensive experience in managing severe neurological conditions, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sombat Muengtaweepongsa, one of the best Neurologists in Bangkok, treats patients with critical neurological illnesses, including coma, intracranial hemorrhage, and brain infections. His comprehensive approach integrates advanced monitoring, imaging, and intensive care interventions to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
  • Epilepsy, Seizure Disorders & Headache Management: He offers specialized care for epilepsy, chronic seizures, migraines, and other headache disorders. His approach combines accurate diagnosis, modern therapeutic interventions, and long-term management plans tailored to each patient, ensuring effective control and improved quality of life.
  • Neurodegenerative & Movement Disorders: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sombat Muengtaweepongsa provides expert management of Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, neuropathies, and other neurodegenerative conditions. He utilizes state-of-the-art diagnostic tools, evidence-based therapy, and multidisciplinary care to improve functional outcomes and patient well-being.
  • Comprehensive Neurological Assessment & Diagnostics: With access to advanced neuroimaging (MRI/CT), EEG, EMG, and neurophysiological testing at Phyathai 2 Hospital, he delivers precise diagnoses and personalized treatment planning for a wide range of neurological disorders.

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Top Procedures Performed by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sombat Muengtaweepongsa and Their Cost

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sombat Muengtaweepongsa offers advanced neurological procedures and consultations in accordance with the latest international standards. Below is an overview of key procedures along with estimated costs:

Procedure / Service

Estimated Cost (THB – Thai Baht)

Estimated Cost (USD – US Dollars)

Initial Consultation / General Neurology Visit

THB 1,800 – THB 3,500

USD 50 – USD 95

Stroke & Cerebrovascular Management

THB 50,000 – THB 120,000

USD 1,400 – USD 3,300

Neurocritical Care Admission

THB 80,000 – THB 200,000

USD 2,200 – USD 5,500

Epilepsy & Seizure Management

THB 10,000 – THB 35,000

USD 280 – USD 950

Migraine & Headache Treatment

THB 5,000 – THB 15,000

USD 140 – USD 400

Neurodegenerative Disease Management

THB 15,000 – THB 50,000

USD 400 – USD 1,400

Peripheral Neuropathy / Neuromuscular Disorder Care

THB 12,000 – THB 40,000

USD 330 – USD 1,100

Neurodiagnostic Services (MRI, EEG, EMG)

THB 7,000 – THB 50,000

USD 190 – USD 1,400

Stroke Rehabilitation & Follow-up

THB 5,000 – THB 25,000

USD 140 – USD 700

Personalized Neurological Treatment Planning

THB 10,000 – THB 40,000

USD 280 – USD 1,100

Note: The costs provided are indicative and may vary depending on the complexity of the case, chosen treatment plan, hospital policies, patient condition, and availability of medications or procedures.

Some Noteworthy Patient Reviews for Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sombat Muengtaweepongsa

Patients have shared exceptional reviews highlighting Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sombat Muengtaweepongsa’s expertise, compassionate care, and professionalism:

"Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sombat Muengtaweepongsa provided exceptional care during my stroke recovery. His attention to detail and compassionate approach gave me confidence throughout treatment."

"I highly recommend Dr. Sombat Muengtaweepongsa for neurological care. His expertise in stroke and neurocritical care is unmatched, and he explained everything in a way that was easy to understand."

"Scheduling an appointment with Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sombat Muengtaweepongsa was seamless, and the consultation fees were reasonable. He is clearly one of the best neurologists in Bangkok."

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Education

  • MD., Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Thailand, 1993 

Training & Certificates

  • Diploma of the Thai Board of Neuro Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Thailand, 1998
  • Fellowship in Cerebrovascular and Critical Care, Neurology Department, St Louis University, U.S.A, 2007
  • Fellowship in Department of Neurology and Psychiatry, St Louis University, U.S.A

Past Experience

  • Senior Consultant, Neurology – Phyathai 2 Hospital, Bangkok (current)

Awards

  • The Best Medical Student Award
  • Representative in the Thai Physician Association of America Award
  • The Best Practice Stroke Network, National Health Security Office
  • The Best Physician of Thammasat University

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Field of Expertise

  • Aneurysm Coiling
  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Stimulant Therapy
  • Brain AVM Embolization with Onyx
  • Brain Surgery
  • Carotid Angioplasty and Stenting
  • Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA)
  • Cerebral Angiogram
  • Cerebral Angioplasty
  • Cervical Artificial Disk Replacement
  • Chronic Cerebro Spinal Venous Insufficiency (CCSVI)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Corpus Callosotomy
  • Craniofacial Reconstruction Surgery
  • Cranioplasty
  • Craniotomy
  • Decompressive Craniectomy
  • Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)
  • Digital Nerve Repair
  • Electroconvulsive Therapy
  • Endovascular Surgery for AVMs
  • Epilepsy Surgery
  • Gamma Knife Surgery
  • Hemispherectomy
  • High Cervical Stimulation
  • Hydrocephalus Treatment
  • Image-Guided Neurosurgery
  • Intrathecal Pain Pump
  • Lesionectomy
  • Liberation Therapy
  • Meningioma Treatment
  • Microsurgery for Arteriovenous Malformations (AVMs)
  • Microsurgical Tumor Removal
  • Microvascular Decompression (MVD)
  • Minimally Invasive Brain Surgery
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery for Brain Tumor
  • Multiple Sclerosis Treatment
  • Multiple Subpial Transections (MST)
  • Nerve Blocks
  • Nerve Repair Surgery
  • Neuroendoscopy
  • Neurosurgery
  • Pediatric Neurosurgery
  • Percutaneous Balloon Compression (PBC)
  • Percutaneous Stereotactic Radiofrequency Rhizotomy (PSR)
  • Peripheral Nerve Surgery
  • Pituitary Tumor Treatment
  • Rhizotomy
  • Robotic-Assisted Nephroureterectomy
  • Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy
  • Skull Base Surgery
  • Speech Therapy
  • Spinal Cord Stimulation
  • Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS)
  • Temporal Lobectomy
  • Thecoperitoneal Shunt
  • Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)
  • Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS)
  • Trigeminal Nerve Block
  • Vagus Nerve Stimulation
  • Ventriculostomy
  • Vertebroplasty and Kyphoplasty
  • VP Shunt
  • Acoustic Neuroma
  • Acute Disseminated Encephalomyelitis (ADEM)
  • Acute Flaccid Myelitis
  • Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
  • ALD (Adrenoleukodystrophy)
  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Amnesia
  • Amyloidosis
  • Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
  • Anaplastic Astrocytoma
  • Anxiety Disorder (Hypochondria, Hypochondriasis)
  • Arachnoid Cysts
  • Arteriovenous Fistula (AVF)
  • Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM)
  • Arthritis of the Spine (Spondylosis)
  • Astrocytoma
  • Ataxia
  • Atypical Parkinsonism
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Avoidant Personality Disorder
  • Back Pain in Athletes
  • Back Strains and Sprains
  • Basal Ganglia Stroke
  • Bell's Palsy
  • Benign Rolandic Epilepsy
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bipolar Psychosis
  • Bladder and Bowel Dysfunction in Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Body Dysmorphic Disorder
  • Botulism
  • Brachial Plexus Palsy
  • Brain Aneurysm
  • Brain Atrophy
  • Brain Cancer (Brain Tumor)
  • Brain Hemorrhage
  • Brain Stem Glioma
  • Brain: Temporal Lobe, Vagal Nerve, & Frontal Lobe
  • Carotid Artery Stenosis
  • Cerebellopontine Angle (CPA) Tumors
  • Cerebral Cavernous Malformation (CCM)
  • Cerebral Palsy
  • Cerebrovascular Insufficiency
  • Cervical Spinal Stenosis
  • Cervical Spondylosis
  • Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease
  • Chiari Malformation
  • Childhood Schizophrenia
  • Chordomas
  • Choroid Plexus Tumor
  • Chronic Migraine
  • Chronic Spine and Back Pain
  • Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE)
  • Circadian Rhythm Sleep Disorders
  • Cluster Headaches
  • Congenital Malformations of the Brain and Spine
  • Convexity Meningioma
  • Craniofacial Malformations
  • Craniopharyngioma
  • Craniosynostosis (Craniostenosis)
  • Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
  • Degenerative Disc Disease
  • Dementia
  • Developmental Delay in Children
  • Devic's Disease (Neuromyelitis)
  • Discitis
  • Dissociative Amnesia
  • Dissociative Disorders
  • Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD)
  • Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumor (DNET)
  • Dyslexia
  • Dystonia
  • Encephalitis
  • Encephalocele
  • Ependymoma
  • Epilepsy
  • Essential Tremor
  • Factitious Disorders
  • Febrile Seizures
  • Fibrillary Astrocytoma
  • Frontal Lobe Epilepsy
  • Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD)
  • Generalized Seizures
  • Glioblastoma Tumors
  • Gliomas Tumors
  • Glossopharyngeal Neuralgia (GPN)
  • GLUT-1 Deficiency
  • Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS)
  • Headache
  • Headaches in Children and Adolescents
  • Hemangioblastoma
  • Hemangiopericytoma
  • Hemicrania Continua
  • Hemimegalencephaly
  • Herniated Disk (Slipped, Ruptured or Bulging Disk)
  • HIV Neuropathy
  • HIV-Associated Dementia
  • Hydrocephalus
  • Hydrocephalus in Children
  • Hyperkalemia (High Potassium)
  • Hypothalamic Hamartoma
  • Hypothermia (Low Body Temperature)
  • Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension (IIH)
  • Idiopathic Neuropathy
  • Infantile Spasm
  • Insomnia
  • Joubert Syndrome
  • Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy
  • Juvenile pilocytic astrocytoma (JPA)
  • Kleine-Levin Syndrome
  • Korsakoff's Syndrome
  • Leukodystrophy
  • Lewy Body Dementia
  • Lower Back Pain
  • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
  • Lyme Disease
  • Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor (MPNST)
  • Medulloblastoma
  • Meningioma
  • Meralgia Paresthetica
  • Metastatic Spinal Tumors
  • Metastatic Tumors
  • Migraines in Children and Adolescents
  • Mild Cognitive Impairment
  • Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI)
  • Mitochondrial Diseases
  • Motor Neuron Disease
  • Motor Stereotypies
  • Moyamoya Disease
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Muscular Dystrophy
  • Myasthenia Gravis (MG)
  • Myoclonic Atonic Epilepsy
  • Narcolepsy
  • Narcolepsy in Children
  • Neck Sprain
  • Nerve Injury
  • Nerve Sheath Tumor
  • Neuroblastoma
  • Neurofibroma
  • Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)
  • Neurofibromatosis Type 2 (NF2)
  • Neurogenic Bladder
  • Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH)
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
  • Occipital Neuralgia
  • Olfactory Neuroblastoma
  • Oligodendroglioma
  • Oppositional Defiant Disorder
  • Optic Nerve Glioma
  • Optic Neuritis
  • Osteoma
  • Paralysis
  • Paraplegia
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Partial Seizures
  • Pediatric Brain and Spine Injuries
  • Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis
  • Periodic Limb Movement Disorder (PLMD) in Adults
  • Peripheral Neuropathy
  • Peroneal Nerve Injury
  • Persistent Depressive Disorder (PDD)
  • Pituitary Adenoma
  • Pituitary Tumor
  • Poland Syndrome
  • Postherpetic Neuralgia
  • Postpartum Depression
  • Primary Central Nervous System (CNS) Lymphoma
  • Pseudomeningocele
  • Rasmussen's Encephalitis
  • Rathke's Cleft Cysts (RCCs)
  • Restless Leg Syndrome
  • Reversible Cerebral Vasoconstriction Syndrome
  • Schizoaffective Disorder
  • Schizophrenia
  • Schwannomas
  • Seizures
  • Sensory Ataxia
  • Skeletal Dysplasia
  • Small Fiber Sensory Neuropathy (SFSN)
  • Spasticity
  • Spina Bifida
  • Stiff Person Syndrome
  • Stroke
  • Sturge Weber Syndrome
  • Subarachnoid Hemorrhage (SAH)
  • Subcortical Vascular Dementia
  • Subdural Hematoma
  • Susac Syndrome
  • Syringomyelia
  • Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome (TTS)
  • Tethered Spinal Cord Syndrome
  • Tonic-Clonic Seizures
  • Torticollis
  • Tourette Syndrome
  • Transient Global Amnesia (TGA)
  • Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) or Mini Stroke
  • Transverse Myelitis
  • Traumatic Brain Injury
  • Trichotillomania
  • Trigeminal Neuralgia
  • Vasculitic Neuropathy
  • Vestibular Schwannoma

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