Dr. Ithiphon Viratanapanu, MD
Board-Certified General Surgeon & Specialist in Bariatric and Minimally Invasive Surgery
Dr. Ithiphon Viratanapanu is a board-certified general surgeon specializing in bariatric surgery, gastric sleeve surgery, metabolic surgery, and advanced minimally invasive procedures. With extensive training in laparoscopic and endoscopic surgery, he helps patients achieve sustainable weight loss, improve obesity-related health conditions, and regain confidence through personalized surgical care.
Dr. Ithiphon is dedicated to supporting patients throughout their weight loss journey, from initial consultation and surgical planning to long-term weight management and lifestyle transformation.
Areas of Expertise
Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery
- Gastric Sleeve Surgery (Sleeve Gastrectomy)
- Bariatric Surgery for Obesity
- Metabolic Surgery
- Weight Loss Surgery
Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery
- Endoscopic Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Gastrointestinal Procedures
Obesity & Weight Management
- Surgical Weight Loss Solutions
- Long-Term Weight Management
- Obesity Treatment
- Health Improvement Through Weight Loss
Why Patients Choose Dr. Ithiphon
- Board-Certified General Surgeon
- Fellowship-Trained in Advanced Laparoscopic & Bariatric Surgery
- Specialist in Gastric Sleeve Surgery
- Advanced Minimally Invasive Surgical Techniques
- Comprehensive Patient Support Before and After Surgery
- Experienced in Treating International Patients
- Focused on Safe, Sustainable Weight Loss Results
Education & Medical Training
Doctor of Medicine (MD)
Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University
2000–2006
General Surgery Residency
Department of Surgery, Chulalongkorn University
2009–2013
Diploma in General Surgery
Thai Board of Surgeons of Thailand
2013
Fellowship in Advanced Laparoscopic & Bariatric Surgery
Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University
2018
Minimally Invasive, Endoscopic & Bariatric Surgery Training
Chulalongkorn University
2016–2018
Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)
The American College of Surgeons & The Royal College of Surgeons of Thailand
2010
Real Patient Transformations
Makaila’s Gastric Sleeve Success Story
Starting Weight: 111.5 kg
Weight Lost: 43.5 kg in 9 months
After undergoing Gastric Sleeve Surgery with Dr. Ithiphon, Makaila achieved remarkable weight loss while improving her overall health, mobility, and confidence.
Read Makaila’s weight loss journey → here
Aubrey’s Transformation Journey
Starting Weight: 103.7 kg
Weight Lost: 35 kg in 7 months
Following Gastric Sleeve Surgery with Dr. Ithiphon, Aubrey experienced significant weight loss and embraced a healthier, more active lifestyle.
Read Aubrey’s weight loss journey → here
