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Dr. Karl Kalavantavanich

Specialties

Pediatrics - General Pediatrics
Pediatrics - Pediatric Allergy & Immunology
Pediatrics - Pediatric Pulmonology

Language spoken

Thai, English

Qualifications

Medical School

- M.D., Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand, 1991

Board Certifications

- Diplomate of The American Board of Pediatrics, 1996
- Diplomate of The American Subboard of Pediatric Pulmonology, 2000, Recertified 2009
- Diploma of the Thai Board of Pediatrics, 2015
- Diploma of the Thai Subboard of Pediatric Pulmonology, 2015

Fellowships

- Pediatric Pulmonology, Connecticut Children's Medical Center, University of Connecticut, Farmington, Connecticut, USA, 1996-1999
- Allergy and Immunology, Louis State University Health Science Center, Shreveport, USA, 1999-2000

Special Clinical Interests

- Asthma, Allergies and Flexible Bronchoscopy

Doctor's Schedule

Day	Time	Location
Mon1	07:00 - 16:0007:0016:00	Children Center (Building A 17B)
Tue2	07:00 - 16:0007:0016:00	Children Center (Building A 17B)
Wed3	07:00 - 16:0007:0016:00	Children Center (Building A 17B)
Thu4	07:00 - 16:0007:0016:00	Children Center (Building A 17B)
Fri5	07:00 - 13:0007:0013:00	Children Center (Building A 17B)
Sun7	07:00 - 16:0007:0016:00	Children Center (Building A 17B)

Article by this doctor

How to prevent and treat RSV in children

RSV, or Respiratory Syncytial Virus, is a highly contagious virus that frequently spreads among preschool children, especially those who are less than 6 years old and attend kindergarten or pre-kindergarten. In Thailand, this virus becomes particularly concerning during the rainy season, which typically spans from July until November.

Asthma in Children: What Concerned Parents Should Know

Asthma is the most common chronic illness in children, and its prevalence continues to grow. Recognizing the signs and symptoms can be difficult for parents who suspect their child might be affected.

Managing Medications for Children with Asthma

Treating a child’s asthma often requires that they take two types of medication — a quick-relief medication and a maintenance medication, sometimes called controller or long-term control medicine.

Allergies in Children

Pollutants in environment have had an impact on the rising number of children suffering. Learn the factors in which your child may be susceptible to allergies.