Bangkok Hospital proudly announces the launch of the Be Yourself Unit, a specialized healthcare service for LGBTQ+ individuals. Designed to provide integrated physical and mental healthcare in a safe, inclusive environment, this initiative reinforces the hospital’s commitment to equitable and respectful care for all.
Recognizing that healthcare access can be challenging for gender-diverse individuals, the Be Yourself Unit aims to create a trusted space where every LGBTQ+ individual is treated with dignity and understanding—regardless of their gender identity or sexual orientation.
Dr. Apisamai Srirangson, Director of the Mental Health Rehabilitation and Recovery Center, stated:
“This is a significant step toward building healthcare environments where everyone feels safe, accessible, empowering, and deeply human. We believe health is not just the absence of disease, but the freedom to live as your authentic self. Our vision is to become the most trusted LGBTQ+ healthcare center in the Asia-Pacific, grounded in accessibility, safety, and self-esteem.”
Dr. Bentawich Surasartpisal, Head of the Be Yourself Unit, added:
“Our services are comprehensive and inclusive, covering all stages of life—from transgender youth to transgender men and women, gay and lesbian individuals. Our multidisciplinary team is trained not only in medical expertise but also in LGBTQ+ cultural competency.”
“We’ve designed comprehensive healthcare services for LGBTQ+ individuals of all ages and identities, including:
- Transgender Youth Health – supporting young individuals in their gender-affirming journey, including hormone therapy, gender identity counseling, and guidance for parents, guardians, and schools.
- Transgender Women’s Health
- Transgender Men’s Health
- Gay Men’s Health – covering STI prevention and treatment, HIV PrEP consultation, and anal cancer screening.
- Lesbian Health – providing support for relationships, family planning, and navigating societal challenges.
Our multidisciplinary medical team combines clinical expertise with a deep sensitivity toward sexual and gender diversity to ensure every LGBTQ+ individual receives respectful, medically sound, and inclusive care.”
The unit was officially introduced during Pride Month, alongside a panel discussion on “How to work with Family and School about transgender and gender-diverse youth” featuring Paper Peerada Namwong (“The Angel of Assumption”), who shared her powerful personal journey as a transgender teenager navigating challenges and triumphs.
Dr. Anothai Soonsawat, psychiatrist at the Be Yourself Unit, emphasized:
“Mental health is a crucial part of overall well-being, especially for LGBTQ+ individuals facing societal stigma. Our approach is compassionate and nonjudgmental. We strive to build a culture of understanding across families, schools, and communities.”
Be Yourself Unit
📍 4th Floor, Chiva Transitional Care Building, Bangkok Hospital (Soi Soonvijai)
🕘 Open daily: 09:00–17:00
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