TH – ไทย
Mr. Pornsak Tantapakul, Chief Executive Officer of Dental Corporation Public Company Limited (D), a leading provider of comprehensive dental services, announced that the Company’s Board of Directors, at its meeting No.5/2026, approved the appointment of General Surasak Thanatsilatham as Chairman of the Board, effective October 22, 2026. Gen. Surasak is a highly qualified physician, anesthesiologist, and the former Director of Phramongkutklao Hospital.
His appointment is expected to strengthen the management capabilities of the D Group and Bangkok International Dental Hospital (BIDH), drawing on his extensive experience in hospital administration and medical leadership. His expertise will also support the continued development of BIDH’s specialized dental treatments performed under general anesthesia, which require advanced clinical expertise, close patient monitoring, and coordinated care from a multidisciplinary medical team.
Gen. Surasak Thanatsilatham has an extensive background in military medicine and anesthesiology, having served as a senior medical officer and anesthesiologist in the Royal thai Army. He has also held several prominent leadership positions in healthcare, including Director of Suranari Army Camp Hospital, Director of Phramongkutklao Hospital, and Director of Phramongkutklao College of Medicine. His experience across clinical practice, medical education, and hospital management brings valuable expertise to the Group’s governance.
In addition, the Board of Directors appointed Mr. Drusakon Visuthisin, former Assistant Secretary-General of the Thai Bankers’ Association and a seasoned executive in the banking sector, as an Independent Director. With expertise in finance, strategic planning, and business operations guided by good corporate governance and sustainability (ESG) principles, he is expected to contribute to the Company’s oversight and strategic direction. His appointment will support the D Group’s pursuit of sustainable, transparent, and high-quality business growth over the long term.
