Sorry I forgot to put the price in, I was exhausted by the end of the video. The whole thing cost 29,000 BAHT. At this morning’s rate that is $871 USD. I will do a follow up next week after my kidney appointment with the best contact information

I definitely want to get that physical when I get over there. thanks for the video. Good info!

Kevin, watching your travels to Bangkok & planned intense physical exams. Curious on stool sample taken, me personally um on a 3 year colonoscopy procedure due to found polyps. Found since I been 52 ect, basically I grow polyp’s each found visit ( maybe 2 or 3 ) found . They are removed & sent to lab , so far been found negative . Maybe on next exam back for your kidney checkup, curious if could ask how much for a colonoscopy exam? Anyhow Enjoy the Rest of Your Visit in Thailand, Shout Out from South Jersey Mike, maybe heading your way in the Near Future

How much money for the health checkup

I'm traveling from Pattaya to Bangkok on the 18th as well. (Taxi) Then flying back to the Philippines

Better I think to stay close-in, in the Sukhumvit area, which is where all the action is and close to BTS and MRT. Many hospitals also in the area.

If you have health issues most of the time you can fix it by cutting back on alcohol or doubling down . Let me explain. If you cut back on your drinking and it fixes the issue then you can forget about it. On the other hand if you double down on your drinking you will still forget about the issue. Both ways same result. 😂😂

Good that your health turned out ok. As regards kidneys, I don’t drink any sodas or so called health drinks now for many years. Just stick to water and the occasional beer. Coconut juice is great for example I can certainly recommend, all natural drinks! Just a bit of advice about being in a country you’re unfamiliar with, give yourself time to adjust. Get used to the different vibe and culture. There’s so many new things to discover and experience. Rushing around and trying to see places is exhausting and tiring. Bangkok is an amazing city, personally I would stay in another hotel in the Nana area for example and go back to finish of your health check and move on from there!

Grab is the way to go for transportation. In Thailand and Vietnam. Hoping you get a clean bill of health, sir.

I did what they call the Executive check up here in Cebu City, Philippines at Chong Hua hospital. About the same thing as what they have in Thailand except there wasn't a doctor to go over the results. You have to have your own doctor do that. It cost me about $310 for the check up and lasted about 4 or 5 hours. The stool sample kit was given to me to drop off the next day. They have about 4 levels of checkups at different cost. I think I did the #2 level. Good video. I think you can even stay in one of the Hospital private rooms for around 40 dollars or less and be right there. I didn't see you put the price of the Checkup in your video.

I did the same type of check up at bangkok Pattaya hospital. I did it a year and a half ago. If you do it in the summer months out of season it's half price. Much more convenient than doing it in bangkok

funny to see Philippines expats experience Thailand that is rated a "higher middle income country" with good infrastructure and standard and its SAFE. Hotels and food is actually cheaper than Philippines and standard is ALOT higher.

Great video, A few of the guys below asked the same questions I would like: Name and location (Bangkok right?) of the hospital, how did you book the hospital, address of the hospital if you can. Lastly, booking info on the hotel. Thanks. Thinking of doing this on my way to the Philippines soon

I’m sure Thailand has great medical care. Just curious, what made you decide on Thailand for routine care as opposed to Guam or something that you could easily use your USA MediCare or other Health Insurance benefits? As for your health. I’m an RN and see people your age every day. Your fitness appearance is a lot better than most men your age. Lean is healthier especially when you maintain your muscle mass and functional strength. Too many Americans suffer from health issues that stem from lack of exercise, poor nutrition and obesity. Even 5% over weight for your height is detrimental to your health. Keep up your daily exercise routine but replace those chemical pre-workout drinks with water or just black coffee or green tea. Farm to table is the best way to eat. Limit fried foods, Package foods, sugar foods and alcohol.

I don’t know if you’re moving to Thailand but I would get out of the PI for awhile. I think you will find Thailand fits you good

If you happen to have a phone number for that hotel in Bangkok, could you share it. Or how you booked it.

With those pasties your ready for walking street. 😅

Those so called energy drinks like Gatorade , your body doesn't need that . Good food and clean water that's all you need.

Great video so what's the total cost plane ticket and room do a video on that

Great video Kevin!!!! How much did it cost to do that there. I live in Olongapo City Philippines

Great to hear Kevin. The Wife and I stayed in Pattaya for 2 months. I had hernia surgery and a complete medical makeover done on SOI 4 Pattaya International. We stayed at the Sabai Sabana on SOI 1. Now we are back home in Cebu. Have a great stay in Pattaya and thanks for the updates.

Great info. Guess i just missed you. Safe travels

Did you make a day 2 video?

I would get rid of the protein drinks and buy some beef. A lot of the protein drinks on the market are full of all kinds of crap. Some quality hamburger or a couple chuck steaks we'll get you the protein you need. I really enjoy your videos. I hope everything goes well with your kidneys. Get your membership the s&r and buy some of that quality looking beef. They had. Your prices actually look better than the US. Or at least here in Florida

Nice video

Smarted thing u did

drink lots of water

Great to hear you're getting settled in! It's good to know the accommodation is decent. I'm curious, how's the food been? Have you had any tummy troubles? I hear Thai food in the Philippines isn't quite the same as the real deal. Thats satisfactory hospital service and results you got!

Avoiding eye contact is cultural. Obviously that is less of an issue in the tourist areas. But it's common in most of Asia. One of the reasons the Philippines is unique.

Nice video, Kevin. Thanks. I have heard of going to Thailand for medical but this is the first time I have actually seen someone I know do it. Can you talk about costs and the sign up process?

Kevin, I may have missed it but what was the payment process and the amount for the medical work? Do they require insurance and if so, do they need some sort of an international health insurance plan/policy/company?

Very helpful and useful video. I will try that. I’ve been looking for a place to get a physical. How much was it? Thank you for the hotel recommendation 🙏🏼

Thanks Kevin

BP seems to be normal.

Excellent video!

Good video with a lot of info without any fluff. BTW… much better lately doing them solo.

Nice overview ... thanks, Kevin

This is NOT a 9mil house. You’re paying for the location and the “private” place. I’m currently doing a construction in downtown in front of west elementary, for roughly 3 story building with condo type, for around $300k, and this is $164k NAHHHH folk better don y’all’s research and or build from ground up. This one your just paying for the land and location. The house is not really that impressive. This is NOT really on the city proper I thought it was, then definitely this is overpriced.

Kevin, I see so many videos from expats in Thailand and they never speak about their first day like you do. Thanks for the real story. I know my experience when I go next year will be like yours. It will be nice to visit but I could never live in a place if I have language issues.

Welcome to Asia 😂 Not much english in Thailand , not as westernized as the Philippines . Thailand is the only country of South East Asia that was never colonized . They are ferociously sovereign . If you want to get any english out of them you better learn a few words of thai like hello , thank you , etc. Have fun 😀

It's lucky you travel as a retiree; imagine if you have to go there for work or some important event... you'd miss it for sure. Your quick assessment on Bangkok is spot on why Philippines is by far my choice. Language and comfort. If people can converse with you they are more open to meet & engage with you. They AND I feel more comfortable in places, and that's what I'm going for.

wowvJen you look happy in the Thumbnail . Many times i see you and you look frustrated . Your too young anf smart to not be enjoying yourself

You could add a rain catchment system also plus you'll havee your pool as back up

You can't get divorced in the Philippines

Hey i was hanging with your X Jen the other day just hanging out at the compound and Mark kept bugging us , he is really creepy . He has no boundaries and asked me st lesst 6 tikes if i wanted to be on his show . Jenylin told me she realky thinls Mark and Kevin have been having gay sex . Apparently Mark has several young poor local teens who visit Mark late at night for mentoring sessions when his wife is not home . She told me she has seen Mark syrolling around late at night wearing womens clothes and suspects that Kevin has slipped out of the apt to hook up with him

Hey enjoy your travel , Ive seen Jen out and about lately she looks like she is having a good time without you controlling he every move . So since you guyd are split up. its okay if i take her out ? She told me she wants a guy who is not cheap , not always drunk , someone who does not scream at women , someone who can please a woman in bed , someone with better skin , also someone who does not habe a bad smell

You should have an actual handheld translator they work way better than Google Translate.

I left Thailand at the end of 2015 and haven’t watched any KZbin videos about it either. Interesting to watch an expat from Philippines visit there for the first time. I’m sure you’ll love it as most expects seem to do. Except for Krabi I have zero desire to go back there.

Great video.

I sold my truck and camper separately. But I am having a hard time selling the truck camper because of the economy, The good thing about selling separately is the individual can get a loan. but interest rates on loans are high now and I had mine listed for over a year in Phoenix, Arizona and it still hasn't sold. Mine I put in consignment. Have you sold your truck camper yet?