Phitsanulok Hospital, officially known as Buddhachinaraj Phitsanulok Hospital, is a significant healthcare institution located in Phitsanulok, Thailand. Established in 1940, it serves as a regional hospital classified by the Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) and is one of the main healthcare providers in the area.

• Cardiology

• Neurology

• Oncology

• Orthopedics

• Pediatrics

• Internal Medicine

• Obstetrics & Gynecology

• Surgery

A study conducted at the hospital focused on improving discharge planning for patients with head and neck cancer using the PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) process. Results demonstrated:

• Multidisciplinary teams successfully performed discharge planning for over 80% of cases.

• Patients and caregivers achieved a 90% success rate in performing nursing activities post-discharge.

• High satisfaction levels among patients (69.57% high, 30.43% highest) and multidisciplinary teams (52.94% high, 47.06% highest).

• The initiative significantly improved patient quality of life and demonstrated the hospital's commitment to continuous improvement

Vision

Buddhachinaraj Phitsanulok Hospital envisions becoming a model city for comprehensive lung disease care under the "Healthy Lung Smart City" initiative. The hospital aims to advance healthcare through science and innovation, focusing on:

• Reducing mortality rates from asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and lung cancer.

• Achieving near-zero fatalities for respiratory diseases.

• Setting benchmarks for patient-centered care and international healthcare standards.

Mission

The hospital's mission includes:

1. Proactive Healthcare: Implementing innovative solutions like the Asthma Smart Kiosk to enhance diagnostic capabilities and patient care for respiratory illnesses.

2. Community Health Improvement: Expanding access to healthcare innovations, such as telehealth systems, to improve outcomes for chronic non-communicable diseases (NCDs).

3. Education and Awareness: Providing public education on asthma management, proper inhaler usage, and preventive measures.

4. Global Standards: Striving to elevate healthcare practices to international levels by leveraging cutting-edge technology and fostering collaboration with global partners like AstraZeneca.

1. ANGELs Awards:

   • The hospital has achieved the Gold Award in the ANGELs Awards for multiple quarters, including Q4 2020, Q1 2021, and Q3 2021. This award recognizes excellence in stroke care and participation in the official stroke network46.

2. World's Best Hospitals Rankings:

   • In the 2024 Newsweek rankings, Buddhachinaraj Phitsanulok Hospital was listed among the World's Best Hospitals, ranking 24th in Thailand with a score of 70.80%. This recognition reflects the hospital's performance based on various quality metrics and recommendations from medical experts5.

3. Innovative Healthcare Initiatives:

   • The hospital has partnered with AstraZeneca to implement the Asthma Smart Kiosk, aimed at enhancing lung disease management and positioning Phitsanulok as a model city for comprehensive lung care. This initiative is part of the "Healthy Lung Smart City" project, demonstrating the hospital's commitment to proactive healthcare solutions