Republic of Korea, Seoul
Thyroidectomy in Gibbeum General Hospital
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About the clinic
Thyroidectomy at Gibbeum General Hospital in Seoul, South Korea, offers a specialized surgical solution for nodules and thyroid cancer. The hospital is the only government-certified surgical general hospital in the country. Patients benefit from the expertise of surgeons trained at Harvard Medical School and Seoul National University Hospital.
Advanced Surgical Methods
The hospital uses modern technology to improve patient recovery and cosmetic outcomes. Surgeons perform robotic thyroidectomy using the Da Vinci SP and Xi systems. This includes the SAM technique, which stands for single-port robot surgery. These methods treat thyroid conditions through small incisions that leave no visible scars on the neck. Patients often experience less pain and a faster return to daily life compared to open surgery. The facility recently surpassed 200 robotic thyroid cancer operations in a record timeframe for the region.
Expert Care and Diagnosis
Dr. Junghak Kwak leads the specialized Thyroid Center as a dedicated endocrine surgeon. Dr. Kwak previously served as a clinical professor at Seoul National University Hospital. He also completed advanced training at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital. Under his leadership, the center follows a one-step model for patient care. This process covers everything from the initial examination to the final treatment in a single streamlined path.
- High-resolution ultrasound for precise assessment of thyroid nodules.
- Fine-needle aspiration (FNA) to avoid unnecessary biopsies.
- Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) as a non-surgical option for specific conditions.
- Endoscopic surgery for minimally invasive tumor removal.
Hospital Quality and Safety
Gibbeum General Hospital is a certified medical institution by the Ministry of Health and Welfare. It serves international patients from over 55 countries, including the USA and the UK. The surgical team has performed 150,000+ operations across various specialties. As an affiliate of Seoul National University Hospital, the clinic maintains university-level safety standards. The focus remains on precise nodule diagnosis to make sure surgery is only performed when truly necessary.
You can request a consultation through Bookimed to learn more about thyroid treatment options in Seoul.
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2005
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Last price update — 29.03.2025. Prices can be changed depending on the medical case and doctor's recommendations.
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| diagnostics | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Premium Check up | $2198.39 - $3663.99 |
| treatment | Price | |
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| Thyroidectomy | $2198.39 - $3663.99 |
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Gibbeum General Hospital: more details about the clinic
Republic of Korea, Seoul
Gibbeum General Hospital is a surgical specialty hospital located in Seoul, Republic of Korea, offering focused surgical expertise alongside comprehensive medical care. The hospital is renowned for the "Kang Repair," a mesh-free hernia repair technique developed by Dr. Yoon Sik Kang, which uses the patient’s own tissue and has demonstrated recurrence rates below 0.3% and chronic pain rates under 0.5%. A no-stitch skin closure with medical adhesive allows patients to shower the next day.
The hospital also features a state-of-the-art health check-up and endoscopy center, providing early detection and preventive care with high-resolution imaging, low-dose CT scanners, and a “one-stop” gastroscopy and colonoscopy service, including same-day polypectomy. Over 150,000 endoscopy procedures have been performed, ensuring safety and diagnostic accuracy.
Gibbeum General Hospital includes multi-specialty centers covering gallstone and benign tumor removal, thyroid and breast care, ENT, endocrinology, gastroenterology, and oncology, offering 24/7 emergency and elective services. International patients from 56 countries, including the USA, Canada, Australia, the UK, and Commonwealth nations, rely on the hospital for transparent care and expert results.
Recognized globally for safety and innovation, the hospital combines personalized care with advanced infrastructure, making it a preferred destination for patients seeking high-quality surgical and preventive healthcare.
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The most common procedures in the hospital are:
- Thyroidectomy
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