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

Surgery in South Korea typically costs between $2,200 and $49,500. Final prices depend on the medical facility tier, the complexity of the operation, and the patient's residency status. International patients often save 40-75% compared to the US, making it a major hub for both medical and cosmetic procedures.

Typical Surgery Costs in South Korea

  • Consultation with a surgeon: $27 – $100
  • CT of the chest: $300 – $500
  • Stomach resection: $18,500 – $31,500
  • Nephrectomy: $9,000 – $14,500
  • Circumcision: Price on request
  • Hysterectomy (uterus removal): $5,000 – $16,500
  • Myomectomy (removal of uterine fibroids): $6,500 – $14,500
  • Thyroidectomy: Price on request
  • Ovarian cyst removal: Price on request
  • Breast cancer surgery: $3,200 – $13,000

Most major medical centers are located in Seoul, Incheon, and Busan. Clinics in Seoul's Gangnam district often charge about 20% more than regional facilities. Consult with a specialist to get accurate pricing for your specific medical needs and treatment plan.

Republic of KoreaTurkeyAustria
Whipple surgeryfrom $26,500from $23,000from $45,000
Umbilical hernia repairfrom $3,700from $1,500from $3,500
Stomach resectionfrom $18,500from $16,470from $22,000
Resection of gallbladderfrom $5,800from $2,900from $9,000
Orchiectomyfrom $4,200from $2,889from $9,000
Data verified by Bookimed as of April 2026, based on patient requests and official quotes from 34 clinics worldwide. Median costs are based on real invoices (2025–2026) and updated monthly. Actual prices may vary.

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Best Surgery Clinics in Republic of Korea: 34 Verified Options and Prices

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Top Surgery centers in Republic of Korea

  • VG Plastic Surgery, Republic of Korea
  • Na-Eun Hospital (South Korea) , Republic of Korea
  • Samsung Medical Center, Republic of Korea
  • Gibbeum General Hospital, Republic of Korea
  • SAERO Plastic Surgery, Republic of Korea

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Seung-hyung Noh

26 years of experience

Dr. Seung‑Hyung Noh is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon. He has extensive experience in revision surgery for major aesthetic procedures. He is known for managing complex revision cases that call for sound judgment and precise technique.

He earned his medical degree from Hanyang University College of Medicine. He completed training in plastic and reconstructive surgery at Hanyang University Hospital. He also completed a clinical training program at Columbia University in New York.

His approach puts safety, balance, and natural results first. He avoids overtreatment and uses the least necessary intervention. He is a full member of major Korean plastic surgery societies, including KSPRS.

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Yang Ki Yeol

20 years of experience

Dr. Ki Yeol Yang, MD, PhD, is the Founder and Representative Director of Trinity Women’s Clinic. She is a menopause specialist and a pioneer in uterus-preserving, minimally invasive gynecology. She is a Korean board-certified OB/GYN and a certified menopause specialist (Korean Menopause Society). Her practice, informed by tens of thousands of clinical cases, provides individualized HRT and precision care.

She is experienced in HIFU and RFA for fibroids and adenomyosis, laser vaginal rejuvenation, and functional pelvic floor reconstruction. She is a Clinical Professor at Kyung Hee University Medical Centre. She serves as Director of Academic Affairs for the Korean Medical Practitioners’ Association and as Business Director for the Korean Therapeutic Ultrasound Medical Association. She is also the author of a menopause patient guide.

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Jung Nan Hee

26 years of experience

Founder of Trinity Women’s Clinic. Recognized as a Master Surgeon in minimally invasive gynecology and female aesthetic surgery. Pioneers uterus‑preserving, scar‑less care using RFA, HIFU, and ovarian sclerotherapy.

Professor of Non‑surgical Female Plastic Surgery at IFAAS. Leads international RFA Master Classes in Taiwan and Mongolia. Director of General Affairs at the Korean Society of HIFU. Holds director roles with KMPA, KCOG, and the Korean Society of Therapeutic Ultrasound.

MD/PhD, Korea University. Fellowship in Gynecologic Oncology at Korea University Medical Center. HIFU training at Fudan University. Preceptorship at Uppsala University. Former Medical Affairs executive at MSD, Takeda, and Novo Nordisk. Key Doctor and consultant to Bayer, Novo Nordisk, PharmaResearch, and RF Medical. Member of AACR and IGCS. Medical advisor on Channel A and TV Chosun.

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Heeseok Kang

27 years of experience

Dr. Kang specializes in minimally invasive gynecologic surgeries, with extensive experience in laparoscopic and robotic-assisted procedures.

  • Over 27 years of experience of experience in obstetrics and gynecology
  • Expert in single-port access laparoscopic surgery
  • Published multiple research papers on gynecologic oncology
  • Adjunct Professor at Samsung Medical Center
  • Recipient of Outstanding Thesis Award from Korean Society of Gynecologic Oncology

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