Surgeons from across the country gathered for the first-ever Endoscopic Spine Surgery conference in Thailand’s southern region aimed at advancing treatment capabilities and surgical excellence.
On December 11, 2025, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Urai Jaraeprapal, Vice President of Walailak University and supervising authority of Walailak University Hospital, officially opened the conference of the “Elite Endoscopic Spine Expert Meeting: Surgical Pearls and Technical Refinements.” The event took place at the Hua Taphan Conference Room, 3rd Floor, Chulabhornawetchawat building. Wachirapong Chana, MD, an orthopedic surgeon and spinal endoscopy expert from Walailak University Hospital, gave an opening speech alongside surgeons, physicians, nurses, and medical professionals from various institutions throughout the country.
The conference was honored by the renowned spinal endoscopy experts from around the country, who shared their knowledge on clinical indications, operative guidelines, advanced surgical techniques, and the application of specialized instruments.
Designed to strengthen the skills of surgeons and healthcare professionals, particularly in the southern region, the conference provided opportunities to enhance proficiency in spinal endoscopic surgery. This minimally invasive approach is known for reducing pain, enabling faster recovery, and improving patient outcomes.
Furthermore, the conference provided a platform for knowledge sharing and discussion in spinal endoscopic technologies, including innovative procedures and tools. The event marks an important step forward in raising the standards of spinal disease care and treatment in Thailand to an advanced level.
