Early Life and Education
Prasert Prasarttong-Osoth was born in Bangkok, Thailand, on March 22, 1933. Coming from a family involved in traditional Thai medicine, Prasert pursued a medical degree at the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University. He graduated as a medical doctor and became a surgeon.
Rise to Success
In 1972, Prasert co-founded Bangkok Dusit Medical Services (BDMS), which has since become Thailand's largest private healthcare group. His entrepreneurial spirit then led him to establish Bangkok Airways, the first privately owned domestic airline in Thailand, in 1968.
Key Business Strategies
Prasert's business philosophy focuses on diversification and long-term investments in healthcare and aviation. His strategy emphasizes integrating medical expertise with entrepreneurial skills, ensuring high-quality services, and adopting a patient-centric approach. BDMS operates a network of 58 hospitals in Thailand and Cambodia. Bangkok Airways operates scheduled flights and owns three airports.
Philanthropy
While specific figures on philanthropy are unavailable, Prasert's contributions extend to supporting the development of healthcare and transportation sectors in Thailand.