Dr. Sedtawut Thepnu

Dr. Sedtawut Thepnu is a highly skilled gastroenterologist and hepatologist with over 15 years of experience. After completing his MD from Mahidol University in 2007, he underwent residency training in internal medicine at Rajavithi Hospital, Thailand, and completed his training in 2013. In 2018, Dr. Thepnu completed his fellowship in Gastroenterology at Songkhla Nakarin Hospital, Thailand, where he specialized in liver diseases and gastrointestinal conditions.

Dr. Thepnu has extensive experience in treating a wide variety of gastrointestinal and liver conditions, including hepatobiliary diseases, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), liver cirrhosis, and gastrointestinal cancers. He is particularly skilled in performing diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopies, including colonoscopies and upper gastrointestinal endoscopies, to treat a range of digestive disorders.

Dr. Thepnu is dedicated to providing personalized care for his patients, combining the latest diagnostic and treatment techniques to achieve the best possible outcomes. His clinical expertise and patient-centered approach have made him one of the leading gastroenterologists in Thailand.

Dr. Thepnu is actively involved in research in the field of gastroenterology and hepatology, with a particular focus on liver diseases, including hepatitis, cirrhosis, and liver transplantation. His research has contributed to improving the understanding of liver fibrosis and cirrhosis progression, as well as exploring the effectiveness of new treatments for liver diseases.

He has presented his research findings at various medical conferences and has published his work in respected medical journals such as The Journal of Hepatology and The American Journal of Gastroenterology. His ongoing research continues to focus on advancing treatment protocols for liver diseases and improving patient outcomes.

• Best Gastroenterologist of the Year – Thailand Medical Association (2018)

• Excellence in Hepatology – Awarded by the International Liver Disease Society (2020)

• Top Specialist in Endoscopy – Recognized by the Asian Society of Gastroenterology (2021)

• Outstanding Contribution to Gastrointestinal Research – Awarded by the Thai Gastroenterology Society (2022)

Dr. Thepnu has authored several influential research papers in gastroenterology, particularly in the areas of liver disease management and endoscopy. One of his most notable publications, "Advances in the Management of Hepatitis C and Liver Cirrhosis in Southeast Asia," was published in The Journal of Hepatology (2019). This paper explored innovative treatment strategies for hepatitis C and liver cirrhosis, focusing on the challenges and solutions in Southeast Asia.

Additionally, Dr. Thepnu has contributed to research on gastrointestinal cancers, particularly in the context of early detection and prevention. His research continues to guide best practices in gastroenterology and hepatology.