The COVID-19 virus has been understood to cause eye-related complications including the formation of nodules in the macular region, cranial nerve palsy, retinal vein occlusion and AMD (Age-related Macular Degeneration)
Thailand completed the period for completing WHO launched Vision 2020 program. The program had 3 key targets including control of diseases that affect eye health, development of human resources and provision of appropriate technology and infrastructure
The King and Queen of Thailand sent a flight full of oxygen supplies & healthcare aid for COVID-19 patients to India. The cargo included 300 oxygen tanks, 200 oximeters and 70 oxygen generators among other medical equipment and humanitarian supplies.
Increase in Cataract Surgery Rate: Thailand’s state-sponsored Universal Health Coverage Scheme has improved the Cataract surgery rate in the country, with statistics of untreated cataract improving for the better. The scheme has also played a role in reducing the contribution of cataract towards blindness in Thailand.
Mobile Eye Health Check-Ups and Treatment: Hospitals and clinics in Thailand have taken up measures to ensure remote availability of eye care and treatment services to rural areas in the country, especially in North and North-Eastern parts of the country. Mobile Ophthalmology vans equipped with diagnostic equipment and surgical facilities have been at the forefront of democratizing eye care in Thailand, with BanPheo Hospital leading the way.
Domination by Private Ophthalmology Centers: NHSO (National Health Security Office)-introduced Universal Health Coverage Scheme covers ophthalmological treatment in the insurance package, and private hospitals have been registering strong interest from patients for the state-sponsored scheme, especially for cataract surgeries
Analysts at Ken Research in their latest publication “Thailand Ophthalmology Market Outlook to 2025 By Type of Consultation (Eye Strain/Aesthenopia, General Check-Up, Decreased/Reduced Vision, Allergic Reaction, Deformities of Eye/Eyelids), By Type of Surgery (Cataract, Refractive Error, Glaucoma, Retina Related Diseases and Others), By Region (Bangkok, Central, South, North-East and North) and By Type of Hospital (Single-Specialty and Multi-Specialty)” observed that Thailand is one of the comparatively better off nations amongst its South-East Asian counterparts with respected to eye health. In increase in the penetration of ophthalmological infrastructure in the country and advanced treatment technology has contributed to it. Government initiatives including the coverage of eye healthcare in the universal health coverage scheme have also improved the ophthalmology coverage in the country. Ophthalmology market revenues registered a growth of 3.6% in terms of CAGR over the period 2015-2020.
Key Segments Covered
Type of Consultation (Eye Strain/Aesthenopia, General Check-Up, Decreased/Reduced Vision, Allergic Reaction, Deformities of Eye/Eyelids)
Type of Surgery (Cataract, Refractive Error, Glaucoma, Retina Related Diseases and Others)
By Region (Bangkok, Central, South, North-East and North)
Type of Hospital (Single-Specialty and Multi-Specialty)
Hospitals and Clinics Covered
Rutnin Eye Hospital
TRSC International LASIK Center
Bumrungrad Hospital
Bangkok Hospital
Samitivej Hospital
Thonburi Hospital
Metta Pracharak Hospital
Vichaiyut Hospital
Thainakarin Hospital
Top Charoen Eye Center
Key Target Audience
Single-Specialty Hospitals and Clinics
Multi-Specialty Hospitals
Ophthalmologists
Ophthalmology Associations
Medical Universities and Colleges
Health Ministry of Thailand
Time Period Captured in the Report:-
Historical Period: 2015-2020
Forecast Period: 2020-2025
Key Topics Covered in the Report
Ophthalmology Healthcare Infrastructure in Thailand
Government Initiatives to Promote Superior Eye Care in Thailand
Revenue Sources for an Ophthalmology Facility
Ophthalmology Business & Operating Landscape of SEA Countries: Comparison with Thailand
Regional Analysis of Ophthalmology in Thailand
Common Eye Ailments & Surgeries in Thailand
Technological Innovations in the Ophthalmology Field in Thailand
Infrastructural & Ophthalmological Ecosystem Challenges & Solutions
Mapping the Impact of the Pandemic on Ophthalmology in Thailand
Investment Model for Setting up an Ophthalmology Clinic in Thailand
Competition Landscape
Projected Clinic Landscape for Ophthalmology in Thailand
Optimizing Existing Ophthalmological Healthcare in Thailand
Launching an Ophthalmology Facility in Thailand
Potential Risk Factors for New Entrants & Existing Players
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Ophthalmology Market in Thailand
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