Adjunct Assoc. Prof. Pornpavit Sriphirom, M.D.

Associate Professor Pornpavit Sriphirom, M.D., is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in minimally invasive spine surgery, knee and hip arthroplasty, and advanced spinal procedures. He earned his medical degree and board certification in orthopedic surgery in Thailand, followed by extensive international training in the United States, Germany, France and Australia.

With more than 25 years of experience, Dr. Pornpavit has pioneered minimally invasive spine techniques, endoscopic spinal surgery, percutaneous discectomy, and endoscopic procedures for complex spinal conditions allowing patients to recover faster with reduced surgical risks. Dr. Pornpavit serves as President of the International Society for Computer Assisted Orthopaedic Surgery (CAOS International), Founder of ThaiS MISST and ASEAN MISST society and has led multiple orthopedic and spine surgery committees. 

His expertise includes endoscopic spine surgery with 1 cm incision, enabling patients to return home within a day, as well as minimally invasive procedures for high-risk patients using local instead of general anesthesia. Additionally, He is the pioneer of Uniportal endoscopic surgery for piriformis syndrome, enabling patients to experience same-day discharge—a remarkable advancement in minimally invasive surgical care.

His expertise includes:

• Minimally invasive and endoscopic spinal surgery
• Knee and hip arthroplasty
• Spinal fusion and metal implant fixation
• Endoscopic spine surgery for cervical, thoracic, and lumbar conditions
• Advanced revision spine surgery
• Uniportal endoscopic treatment in Piriformis syndrome