From late 2025 to early 2026, Chanesd Srisukho, M.D. (Dr. Gla) establishes SCMC — Srisukho Clinic of Mahanakhon Center — as a clinic and office spanning over 538 square meters on the 2nd floor of Mahanakhon Center, located at 2 Soi Sueksa Witthaya, Silom 9 Road, Silom Subdistrict, Bangrak District, Bangkok 10500, also known as Soi Susan Kao (“Old Cemetery Lane”).
With the steadfast support of his parents, siblings within the Srisukho family, extended family, close friends, and patients across diverse communities, this initiative marks a natural evolution and expansion of proven medical excellence. It builds on the success of Mali Clinic on Soi Silom 3, which, after over four years of service, faced limitations in space and parking. This development also honors Dr. Gla’s legacy as the founder of the Dermatology Department at Srisukho Hospital, Phichit, and the AMC at Petcharat Hospital, Phetchabun.
The new SCMC is divided into distinct zones, with the North Wing as the main area spanning 352 square meters. This wing masterfully blends Sri Satchanalai-Sukhothai architecture—featuring refined Ruyi and Suphannaphrueksa motifs emblematic of traditional Thai nobility—with sleek influences of New York design. Materials such as marble, perforated metal, brick, fabric, and glass come together under a unifying concept: honoring our history, roots, and heritage that shape our present.
The South Wing, a special zone of 186 square meters, embodies architecture for reflecting on true happiness. It incorporates wood, stone, glass, flowing water, and Thai natural elements, fostering mindfulness of Dharma and nature. This space invites contemplation on living meaningfully in the present, acknowledging the irreversible flow of time as dictated by physics.
Aligned with Buddhist teachings on impermanence, suffering, and non-self, it embraces the possibility of a better future through creating the right causes and conditions—expressed by the profound Dharma of Ittappaccayata within Pratityasamutpada: “Because this exists, that exists.” Through steadfast practice of goodness, avoidance of harm, and purification of mind—upholding precepts, meditation, and wisdom—we find liberation from suffering.
This article will feature preliminary images of the main North Wing zone:
Multi-architectural fusion of Sri Satchanalai-Sukhothai design with Ruyi and Suphannaphrueksa motifs from traditional Thai aristocracy, integrated with New York architecture.
A work of contemporary architecture, this space draws inspiration from two cultural heritages—featuring Ruyi and Suphannaphrueksa motifs rooted in the Sukhothai era. These patterns pay homage to the “Srisukho” lineage, once a noble family of Sri Samrong District, whose legacy faded through economic hardship and the absence of intellectual succession—elders who wished prosperity for their heirs but lacked the means to pass on their wisdom.
From this lineage emerged Dr. Pattanath Srisukho, son of Khun Amporn Tancharoen, a humble tailor who raised Dr. Gla, and husband to Dr. Chanwalee Srisukho (née Srisawat), both born into poverty and orphaned lives. From selling waste and bananas to survive, they persevered to found Srisukho Hospital in Phichit in 1988—a hospital for the people.
Dr. Pattanath, a man of integrity and compassion, passed down not just values, but a guiding vision—a personal handbook for young Dr. Gla on how to build a more hopeful world.
Rooted in Sukhothai—the ancient capital whose Sri Satchanalai culture predates over two millennia and rose as a royal center in 1219 CE—its legacy endures through centuries of cultural continuity.
Meanwhile, the architectural heritage of the Waldorf Astoria, first erected in 1893 in the United States, became renowned for housing physicians who lived well beyond a century. Though born in different eras, both Sukhothai and Waldorf carry timeless identities—preserved, reimagined, and expanded into global icons.
The magnificent architecture from both sides inspires Dr. Gla, unlike his earlier days at Bamboo Bar, Mandarin Oriental by the Chao Phraya. His practice draws from Western medicine harmoniously blended with Thai culture, thanks to the Rockefeller Foundation’s support to His Majesty in building Thailand’s medical field. During medical school, he loved medical ethics covering religion, society, history, roots, and culture, leading to advanced studies in many areas, even Old World wines with their historical significance. His reputation as a body designer and dermatology master stems from this historical interest. Dr. Gla has traveled globally—China, Japan, England, Germany, Switzerland, Vietnam, Singapore, and more—studying various fields including society, history, and culture, witnessing both darkness and light in human souls worldwide.
The North Wing creation, representing multicultural Sri Satchanalai Sukhothai-New York, is innovative from complex philosophy, aligned with the principle “life isn’t simple to reach today.” This reflects past and roots within the space, featuring art displays and premium collections embodying the new brand integrating Dr. Gla’s multicultural experiences from past to present. Examples include Baccarat crystal accessories from France’s prestigious heritage brand, signature fragrances worldwide, scent-testing kits from France’s Le Nez du Vin 60-year dream, fragrance-making sets from world-renowned Thai companies, invaluable artwork and antiques displayed under professional bodyguard security ensuring client tranquility and well-being. The space offers people-watching and ambiance through exceptional service and premium food and beverages, because SCMC isn’t just a location, it’s a service experience rooted in Srisukho Hospital’s philosophy: “The Answer to Health Problems.”
“Care guided by heart, infused with compassion, and upheld by unwavering standards. In times of illness, may you find warmth and solace—with faith as the flame that melts sorrow and heals affliction.”
This verse was composed by Associate Professor Chanwalee Srisukho, M.D., a distinguished obstetrician-gynecologist and elected member of the Medical Council of Thailand for over three decades. A nationally recognized writer and Northern cultural artist, she has received numerous accolades, including the “Sacrifice Award” from the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security, the Chommanard Book Prize, and the National Outstanding Woman Award during the reign of King Rama X. Born in Saraphi, Chiang Mai, and later rooted in Phichit, Dr. Chanwalee is also a S.E.A. Write Award committee member and an influential voice in arts and culture. She has been honored by the United Nations as an Inspirational Leader and a Distinguished Human Asset—one of Thailand’s internationally acclaimed role models.
The architecture of the Peacock Alley at the Waldorf Astoria, which originally linked two historic towers in the United States during a post-renovation era following partial victory in the world wars, serves as a source of inspiration. Characterized by its distinctive use of marble, metal, fabric, and intricate latticework, the design embodies a delicate visual softness—especially in the marble—yet conveys enduring strength and resilience. Much like the Thai proverb “sharp within the sheath,” it reflects a graceful exterior with an inner fortitude.
All of this stems from Dr. Gla’s reflections on his childhood home in Bangkok, at Soi Ratchakhru (Ari Samphan 5), where his parents once secured a bank loan to build a house for Grandma Amporn as a tribute to his ancestry. Although Grandma didn’t raise his father—being a single mother—she sent him to live with another household belonging to Grandfather Heng (Grandma’s relative Khun Thamrongsak Thamnacharoen, formerly of a renowned construction firm). This arrangement followed his father’s suffering a head injury from multiple falls down the stairs. Later, Grandma did raise Dr. Gla during his youth in Bangkok.
That house, constructed in an old European style, featured abundant marble and was imbued with the love and warmth cultivated by Grandma, his father, and mother. Though his parents invested their lives, incurring debt to build the home, it parallels the devotion Dr. Gla now pours into building ScMc. That house served as a sanctuary for many relatives and friends.
Beyond the Bangkok residence, there once stood a dilapidated wooden government house in Phichit—with broken facilities—that his enterprising father renovated. It became the genesis for the three siblings—Dr. Gla, Dr. Glang, and Dr. Gain —where childhood memories of ant bites, mango trees, dogs, fish in water jars, banana groves, and a nearby mortuary were forged.
Though the Phichit house was eventually demolished, it was succeeded by the Srisukho building, now situated on Sraluang Road.
This entire story forms the foundation of Dr. Gla’s love for nature and the origin of ScMc’s creation concept on both sides. Even being on old cemetery grounds isn’t strange since Dr. Gla was born and raised at Phichit Hospital, where his home was beside the mortuary, sewage treatment facilities, and many nurses’ flats. Creating ScMc commemorates and compiles life’s history through countless drops of blood, sweat, and tears. There are many stories that shouldn’t be told before this red-bow masterpiece of Dr. Gla’s life emerged—that is SCMC.
Several eminent architectural firms were entrusted with the crucial mandate for the North Wing: to masterfully integrate marble, metals, intricate filigree, textiles, and brick as core elements—capturing the profound fusion of cultures from two distinct regions and nations, while eloquently conveying the origin story of ScMc. This ambitious undertaking demanded exceptional vision, creativity, and resolve.
This design honors the Srisukho family roots, derived from being the “Sri” (glory) of “Sukhothai” and the elegant golden motifs with auspicious botanical patterns symbolizing not just success, but the profound tranquility that is “Sukho” (happiness and peace). Another aspect is Western medicine with related Western architecture, reflecting diverse stories throughout ScMc’s architectural expression.
South Wing details will be updated in upcoming articles. Please stay tuned.
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