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Underground Penis Surgeon Arrested in Thailand
2/12/2026, 9:56:29 PM
Arrest and Charges
Thanat, a 38-year-old man in Si Racha, Thailand, was arrested on February 12 for allegedly operating an illegal clinic from his home, where he performed dangerous penis enlargement procedures and pearl implants. Police raided his residence while he was in the midst of a procedure, discovering a makeshift operating theatre that lacked proper sanitation. Authorities seized nearly 1,000 items related to the surgeries, including 683 pearl beads, surgical blades, and syringes. Thanat was charged with practicing medicine without a license and operating an unregistered medical facility.
Background of the Suspect
Thanat reportedly learned his surgical skills while incarcerated and began offering his services after his release two years ago. He operated a TikTok account named “Chang Bew Modify,” where he advertised various procedures, including pearl implants and filler injections. His pricing included 500 baht (£11) per pearl bead insertion and up to 10,000 baht (£240) for corrective surgery, with claims of earning between 40,000 to 50,000 baht (£1,000) monthly by servicing around eight clients.
Health Risks and Warnings
Health officials have expressed serious concerns regarding the risks associated with such unregulated procedures. They warned that injecting foreign objects into the genital area can lead to severe complications, including inflammation and infection, particularly when performed by unqualified individuals. The case has drawn attention to the broader issue of illegal medical practices in Thailand.
Related Incidents
This incident follows a high-profile case in January involving billionaire diamond dealer Ehud Arye Laniado, who died during a legitimate penis enlargement procedure in Paris. This event led to scrutiny of medical practices in clinics, resulting in two surgeons receiving suspended sentences for practicing without a license and failing to assist a person in danger, although they were cleared of responsibility for Laniado's death.
Official Statements & Responses
Local health authorities have reiterated the importance of seeking medical procedures only from licensed professionals to avoid dangerous outcomes. They emphasized that the proliferation of unregulated clinics poses a significant risk to public health.
Criticism & Opposition
Critics of the underground medical practices argue that the lack of regulation in Thailand's cosmetic surgery industry allows for dangerous operations to occur unchecked. They call for stricter enforcement of medical licensing laws to protect individuals from potential harm.
Verbatim Quotes
“Health chiefs warned injecting foreign objects into genitalia could lead to inflammation, infection and long-term complications if carried out by an unqualified individual.” — Health Official
