Oncology treatment in South Korea typically costs from $2,800 to $118,000. Total expenses depend on the cancer stage, chosen therapy protocol, and the length of hospitalization required for recovery. Patients seeking care here can expect 30-50% savings compared to the United States for advanced medical services.
Typical Oncology Costs in South Korea
Most specialized oncology centers are located in Seoul, Incheon, and Daegu. While Seoul hosts the largest university hospitals, clinics in Gyeonggi-do or Incheon may offer more competitive pricing for similar treatment plans. Consult with a specialist to get accurate pricing for your specific diagnosis.
| Republic of Korea | Turkey | Austria | |
| Thyroid resection | from $5,000 | from $3,500 | from $10,000 |
| Stomach cancer surgery | from $18,500 | from $12,000 | from $30,000 |
| Removal of spinal cord tumor | from $20,500 | from $9,650 | from $50,000 |
| Removal of liver cancer | from $11,550 | from $10,800 | from $40,000 |
| Removal of colon cancer | from $15,200 | from $16,000 | from $20,000 |
No hidden fees – just official clinic prices. Pay at the clinic for Oncology treatment upon arrival and use a flexible installment plan if needed.
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Head of Breast & Thyroid Surgery at Na-Eun Hospital – Dr. Lee focuses exclusively on breast and thyroid conditions, including cancer and benign diseases.
Dr. Son Dong Wan, MD, PhD, is the Chief of Urology at Naeun Hospital. He specializes in urologic oncology, urinary incontinence, sexual dysfunction, and laser prostate surgery. He performs robotic and laparoscopic surgery for cancers of the prostate, bladder, ureter, and kidney. He also treats ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction.
He earned his PhD from Pusan National University. He completed his internship and residency at Pusan National University Hospital. He is a former Chief at Wallace Memorial Baptist Hospital. He served as a Professor at the Catholic University College of Medicine. He was a Clinical Fellow at Seoul National University Bundang Hospital. He was a Visiting Professor at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD). He completed training in urinary incontinence surgery at the University of Liège.
Awards include the Excellent Paper Award (2007) and the Academic Achievement Award (2014) from the Korean Continence Society. He also received the Best Poster Award from the European Association of Urology (2013).
Prof. Hyun Moo Lee is a leading general surgeon with _doctor_347_years_ of experience in pediatric surgery and GI tract disorders at Samsung Medical Center.
Specializes in breast cancer and precision radiotherapy at Samsung Medical Center, a top-tier cancer care facility.
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