Dr. Asada Methasate

Dr. Asada Methasate is a respected surgical gastroenterologist with over 32 years of experience in the field of gastrointestinal surgeries and performing colonoscopies. After completing his MD in 1989 at Tokyo Medical and Dental University, Dr. Methasate went on to earn diplomas in General Surgery in 1994 and Gastroenterological Surgery in 1996, further specializing in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy.

Throughout his extensive career, Dr. Methasate has performed a wide variety of complex surgeries, including adrenalectomy, appendectomy, bariatric surgery, and colorectal surgery. His practice also includes the treatment of various abdominal conditions such as hiatal hernia repair, pancreatic surgery, and retroperitoneal surgery, among others. He has treated thousands of patients with gastrointestinal conditions, with a focus on improving their quality of life through both surgical and non-surgical interventions.

With over three decades of practice, Dr. Methasate has built a reputation as one of Thailand’s top surgical gastroenterologists. His approach to patient care is both comprehensive and compassionate, ensuring that each patient receives personalized treatment based on their unique condition.

Dr. Methasate is an active researcher in the field of surgical gastroenterology. His research has focused on improving surgical techniques, particularly in colorectal and pancreatic surgeries, as well as advancing diagnostic methods in endoscopy. He has contributed to numerous studies on the effectiveness of minimally invasive surgical techniques, which have led to quicker recovery times and fewer complications for patients.

His findings have been published in several renowned medical journals, including The Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery and Surgical Endoscopy. Dr. Methasate continues to work on clinical trials aimed at enhancing patient outcomes in gastroenterological surgeries.

• Best Surgical Gastroenterologist of the Year – Thailand Medical Association (2015)

• Excellence in Colorectal Surgery – Awarded by the Asian Surgical Society (2017)

• Top Gastrointestinal Surgeon – Recognized by the World Gastroenterology Organization (2019)

• Outstanding Achievement in Endoscopic Surgery – Awarded by the Royal College of Surgeons of Thailand (2020)

Dr. Methasate has authored several influential publications in the field of surgical gastroenterology. One of his most notable works, "Advancements in Colonoscopy: Improving Early Detection and Minimizing Complications," was published in Surgical Endoscopy (2018). This paper focuses on the latest techniques in colonoscopy for the early detection of gastrointestinal diseases and how advancements in technology have improved patient safety.

Additionally, Dr. Methasate has written extensively on the outcomes of pancreatic surgery and bariatric procedures, with several of his studies published in The Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery. His work continues to shape the approach to gastrointestinal surgery in Thailand and beyond.