Kidney Transplant Center, Ramkhamhaeng Hospital is ready to care for you and your loved ones with standard expertise and attentiveness to deliver the best treatment outcomes, aiming for patients to return to a good, healthy, and sustainable quality of life.
Restore a free, new life—helping you overcome the limitations of chronic kidney disease. Because we believe that "chronic kidney failure" is not the end of happiness in life.
In the early stages, kidney disease usually shows no clear warning signs. By the time symptoms appear, it is often already in the end stage, when substantial kidney tissue has been destroyed. Regular kidney screenings are therefore essential, especially for individuals at risk, such as those with diabetes, hypertension, kidney stones, or a family history of kidney disease.
When the kidney function rate (eGFR) drops below 15 mL/min/1.73 m², it is considered entry into end-stage renal disease (ESRD), which requires renal replacement therapy to sustain and save life.
To explain it in the simplest way, "Kidney Transplantation" is a surgical procedure where a well-functioning kidney from a suitable donor (either a deceased donor or a living donor, such as a biological relative or spouse) is placed into the body of a patient with end-stage chronic kidney failure so that this new kidney can filter waste, remove excess fluid, and balance chemicals in the body instead of the old, deteriorated kidneys.
Q: Many people ask, is it true that after a kidney transplant, dialysis is no longer needed?
A: It is true. If the surgery is successful, the new kidney will instantly work on behalf of the old ones, allowing the patient to completely stop dialysis sessions. However, this method is not suitable for everyone. Patients must undergo thorough physical and psychological assessments before making a treatment decision.
We provide comprehensive care and treatments, from slowing down kidney deterioration to end-stage renal replacement therapy:
Q: Is it true that after a kidney transplant, dialysis is no longer needed?
A: A successful kidney transplant will allow the new kidney to effectively filter waste and regulate the body's water balance instead of the old kidneys. This ensures that patients no longer have to undergo hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis, helping you say goodbye to drainage lines and rigid dialysis schedules that hold back your freedom in life.
Q: How many years can a transplanted kidney last?
A: A transplanted kidney can function and stay with the patient for up to 10-20 years or even longer. This heavily depends on self-care, strict adherence to immunosuppressive medications as prescribed by the physician, and keeping up with regular follow-up checks.
Q: Is it possible to donate a kidney to a parent, mother, or loved one for a transplant?
A: Yes, it is possible and stands as one of the methods yielding the best results. This is known as "living donor kidney transplantation from a biological relative," which drastically reduces the wait time for a kidney and provides exceptional treatment outcomes due to high tissue compatibility.
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We are fully prepared to rapidly manage rights allocation and cross-match tissue—handling both living donors (relatives/spouses) and working seamlessly alongside the Organ Donation Center of the Thai Red Cross Society in our position as a regular institutional member hospital, all to minimize the patient's waiting period.
Fully staffed with nephrologists, transplant and urological surgeons, transplant coordinator nurses, and clinical dietitians who collaborate closely to take care of patients in every dimension.
Our care extends far beyond the operating theater. We provide in-depth guidance on self-care while undergoing dialysis during the waiting period for a new kidney, as well as post-transplant self-care protocols to ensure your new kidney functions optimally for as long as possible.
Ramkhamhaeng Hospital continuously organizes academic seminars in collaboration with multidisciplinary specialists covering fields like kidney stones and urinary incontinence. This ensures our medical knowledge and treatments remain at the absolute forefront, guaranteeing patient safety at every single step.
If you or a family member are facing end-stage renal disease or enduring the exhausting routine of kidney dialysis... do not let your future be confined to a hospital. Come in for an evaluation regarding kidney transplantation pathways with us, and take the opportunity to embrace a bright, healthy, and sustainable new beginning.
If you are interested or would like to request more details, as well as schedule a medical consultation, please feel free to contact us at:
Kidney Transplant Patient
"I feel amazing after the surgery; I don't have to drive myself or have my child take me for dialysis anymore... it's like a new life—like being a new person!"
"I've had kidney disease for 10 years, and including dialysis, it's been 11 and a half years. I also suffer from hyperthyroidism, gout, and high blood pressure, leading to continuous pain medication use. During a routine annual check-up, my kidney function was elevated to 1.9, so I started treatment with Dr. Tanomsak Asavadilokchai at Ramkhamhaeng Hospital. I received medication, but my condition worsened over time. I resisted dialysis for a year until I couldn't anymore and decided to undergo dialysis twice a week, four hours each session. This was a major turning point that led me to consider a kidney transplant. Dr. Tanomsak informed me that Ramkhamhaeng Hospital had a kidney transplant program, registered with the Thai Red Cross. I decided to join, and in less than a year, on a Monday night, I received a call from the hospital informing me that a kidney was available. I was told to come to Ramkhamhaeng Hospital on Tuesday for surgery. I had the transplant surgery that very Tuesday night, May 24, 2022. Since I had already undergone preliminary health checks, I only needed a quick blood pressure check and an ECG. The surgery began at 10:30 PM, lasted about 5 hours, and I stayed in the hospital for half a month. The doctor schedules follow-up appointments periodically. I feel incredible after the surgery; I don't have to drive or have my child bring me for dialysis anymore... it truly feels like a new lease on life—like a brand new me!"
"My quality of life has improved; I can return to work as usual." "I've been on dialysis for 7 years. The service is excellent; the doctor and team provide great advice and care. Now, after my kidney transplant, my body feels much better."
Dr. Tanin Sirimongkolrat, a nephrologist at Ramkhamhaeng Hospital, shares a patient's story:
"A 55-year-old male patient with chronic kidney failure has been under our care for 10 years, and this is likely his eighth year on dialysis. He used to complain about the weekly three-times-a-week hospital visits, which meant missing work and business opportunities. He also faced frequent infections and hospitalizations, significantly impacting his quality of life despite his relatively young age. Three months ago, when Ramkhamhaeng Hospital launched its kidney transplant program with the Thai Red Cross, he was immediately interested. Following his kidney transplant, he's returned to a normal life and work."
Ramkhamhaeng Hospital is a member of the Thai Red Cross Organ Donation Centre and performs kidney transplants for end-stage renal failure patients. For inquiries about kidney transplant surgery, call 064-5646059 daily (08:00 - 16:00)
Read more here: https://www.ram-hosp.co.th/news_detail/1127
Kidney Transplant Patient
"I feel amazing after the surgery; I don't have to drive myself or have my child take me for dialysis anymore... it's like a new life—like being a new person!"
"I've had kidney disease for 10 years, and including dialysis, it's been 11 and a half years. I also suffer from hyperthyroidism, gout, and high blood pressure, leading to continuous pain medication use. During a routine annual check-up, my kidney function was elevated to 1.9, so I started treatment with Dr. Tanomsak Asavadilokchai at Ramkhamhaeng Hospital. I received medication, but my condition worsened over time. I resisted dialysis for a year until I couldn't anymore and decided to undergo dialysis twice a week, four hours each session. This was a major turning point that led me to consider a kidney transplant. Dr. Tanomsak informed me that Ramkhamhaeng Hospital had a kidney transplant program, registered with the Thai Red Cross. I decided to join, and in less than a year, on a Monday night, I received a call from the hospital informing me that a kidney was available. I was told to come to Ramkhamhaeng Hospital on Tuesday for surgery. I had the transplant surgery that very Tuesday night, May 24, 2022. Since I had already undergone preliminary health checks, I only needed a quick blood pressure check and an ECG. The surgery began at 10:30 PM, lasted about 5 hours, and I stayed in the hospital for half a month. The doctor schedules follow-up appointments periodically. I feel incredible after the surgery; I don't have to drive or have my child bring me for dialysis anymore... it truly feels like a new lease on life—like a brand new me!"
"My quality of life has improved; I can return to work as usual." "I've been on dialysis for 7 years. The service is excellent; the doctor and team provide great advice and care. Now, after my kidney transplant, my body feels much better."
Dr. Tanin Sirimongkolrat, a nephrologist at Ramkhamhaeng Hospital, shares a patient's story:
"A 55-year-old male patient with chronic kidney failure has been under our care for 10 years, and this is likely his eighth year on dialysis. He used to complain about the weekly three-times-a-week hospital visits, which meant missing work and business opportunities. He also faced frequent infections and hospitalizations, significantly impacting his quality of life despite his relatively young age. Three months ago, when Ramkhamhaeng Hospital launched its kidney transplant program with the Thai Red Cross, he was immediately interested. Following his kidney transplant, he's returned to a normal life and work."
Ramkhamhaeng Hospital is a member of the Thai Red Cross Organ Donation Centre and performs kidney transplants for end-stage renal failure patients. For inquiries about kidney transplant surgery, call 064-5646059 daily (08:00 - 16:00)
Read more here: https://www.ram-hosp.co.th/news_detail/1127
