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What's the cost for Oncology procedures in Republic of Korea?

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

  • Consultation with an oncologist: $27 – $100
  • PET-CT: $1,000 – $1,500
  • MRI of one area: $300 – $1,000
  • Bone marrow transplantation: $55,000 – $118,000
  • Chemotherapy: $2,800 – $8,500
  • Radiotherapy: $12,500 – $26,000
  • Brain tumor removal: $15,400 – $29,700
  • Mastectomy: $12,500 – $24,500
  • Thyroidectomy: Price on request
  • Nephrectomy: $9,000 – $14,500

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 KoreaTurkeyAustria
Thyroid resection from $5,000from $3,500from $10,000
Stomach cancer surgeryfrom $18,500from $22,320from $30,000
Removal of spinal cord tumorfrom $20,500from $9,650from $50,000
Removal of liver cancerfrom $11,550from $10,800from $40,000
Removal of colon cancerfrom $15,200from $14,400from $20,000
Data verified by Bookimed as of April 2026, based on patient requests and official quotes from 26 clinics worldwide. Median costs are based on real invoices (2025–2026) and updated monthly. Actual prices may vary.

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Best Oncology Clinics in Republic of Korea: 26 Verified Options and Prices

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Top Oncology centers in Republic of Korea

  • Na-Eun Hospital (South Korea) , Republic of Korea
  • Samsung Medical Center, Republic of Korea
  • JK Plastic Surgery Center, Republic of Korea
  • Gibbeum General Hospital, Republic of Korea
  • Ewha Womans University Medical Center, Republic of Korea

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Lee Ji Hyun

47 years of experience

Head of Breast & Thyroid Surgery at Na-Eun Hospital – Dr. Lee focuses exclusively on breast and thyroid conditions, including cancer and benign diseases.

  • Specializes in Mammotome procedures and ultrasound-guided surgeries
  • Trained at Yonsei University Severance Hospital – one of South Korea's top medical institutions
  • Former Director of Breast Center at Samsung Cheil Hospital
  • Performs both diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
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Son Dong Wan

30 years of experience

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).

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Choi Yong Soo

Specializes in thoracic surgery at Samsung Medical Center – one of South Korea's top institutions for lung cancer treatment.

  • Focuses on lung and esophageal cancer surgeries
  • Expert in minimally invasive thoracic procedures
  • Performs complex lobectomies with precision
  • Provides personalized treatment plans for each case
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Lee, Kyu Taek

Professor Kyu Taek Lee specializes in pancreatic, bile duct, and gallbladder cancers at Samsung Medical Center – one of South Korea's top hospitals.

  • Trained at Stanford University School of Medicine and Kyoto Second Red Cross Hospital
  • of gastroenterology experience
  • Member of The Korean Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
  • Focuses on complex GI cancer cases

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Updated: 03/27/2026
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