Ewha Womans University Medical Center specializes in minimally invasive procedures for women, focusing on aesthetic results with small incisions to minimize scarring. The multidisciplinary hospital treats various conditions, including Hydrocephalus, with a patient-centered approach. Dr. Paik Nam-sun, a renowned surgeon with extensive experience in breast and thyroid cancer, leads the team, bringing expertise from his pioneering work in breast-conserving surgery and innovative stomach cancer techniques.
Ewha Womans University Medical Center is a JCI-accredited women-only hospital founded in 1887. It specializes in breast, thyroid, and urogenital cancer care, plus joint replacement and robotic surgery. Affiliated with the country's largest women's university.
Seoul National University Bundang Hospital operates South Korea's first digital hospital system with BESTcare technology to enhance treatment safety for Hydrocephalus. The multidisciplinary center sees 1,500,000 patients annually across specialties including neurosurgery. The hospital's advanced digital infrastructure minimizes medical errors while optimizing care protocols.
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Asan Medical Center is the largest multidisciplinary hospital in South Korea, treating over 11,800 outpatients daily. The center specializes in complex neurosurgical procedures including Hydrocephalus management, with extensive experience in advanced neurological care. The facility operates dedicated neurosurgery units equipped for comprehensive treatment.
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Gangnam Severance Hospital, a JCI-accredited facility, specializes in neurosurgery with expertise in Hydrocephalus treatment. The hospital is recognized for its advanced neurosurgical procedures and adherence to international healthcare standards.
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Severance Hospital is a JCI-accredited multidisciplinary center at Yonsei University, serving 1.6 million patients annually. The neurology department is led by Prof. Kyoung Heo, a member of The Korean Neurological Association and The Korean Epilepsy Society. The hospital offers advanced neurological care for hydrocephalus with a team of specialists.
Severance Hospital is a JCI-accredited multidisciplinary hospital affiliated with Yonsei University in Seoul. It specializes in radiosurgery, robotic surgery, cardiac surgery, and oncology.
Soon Chun Hyang University Hospital is one of four hospitals in a network across South Korea. Its core specialties include cardiovascular care, digestive oncology, and hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. The hospital earned a spot on Newsweek's World's Best Hospitals list in 2021.
Soon Chun Hyang University Hospital is one of four hospitals in a network across South Korea. Its core specialties include cardiovascular care, digestive oncology, and hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. The hospital earned a spot on Newsweek's World's Best Hospitals list in 2021.
Bumin Hospital Seoul is a specialized orthopedic and spine surgery center. It is known worldwide for its spinal surgery expertise. The hospital treats international patients and even serves players of the South Korean I'Park soccer team.
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Dr. Paik Nam-sun is a surgical oncologist at Ewha Womans University Medical Center in Seoul. He is recognized as one of the world's top 100 gastric and breast cancer surgeons. He performed the first breast-conserving surgery in South Korea. Dr. Paik also invented a proprietary stomach cancer technique to reduce reflux disease risk.
Ewha Womans University Medical Center is a JCI-accredited women-only hospital founded in 1887. It specializes in breast, thyroid, and urogenital cancer care, plus joint replacement and robotic surgery. Affiliated with the country's largest women's university.
The doctor is a leading neurologist in South Korea, specializing in epilepsy treatment. Currently, the doctor serves as the Head of the Neurology Department at Yonsei Severance Hospital.
The doctor graduated from Yonsei University College of Medicine and is an active member of several professional organizations, including The Korean Epilepsy Society, The Korean Neurological Association, and The Korea Medical Association.
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