Best Clinics for Atherosclerosis Treatment in Republic of Korea: 11 Top-Rated Centers

SAERO Plastic Surgery is a Gangnam-based clinic with over 24 years of experience. It focuses exclusively on plastic surgery for adults from five continents. The clinic is led by a single specialist overseeing every procedure.

• Offers rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty, face lifts, and abdominoplasty.
• Fat grafting is available for natural-looking volume restoration.
• Consults are offered in person and online, with full language support.
• Treats around 700 patients each year from Europe, Asia, the USA, and Australia.

Naeun Hospital is a Grade 1 Stroke Center and KOIHA-accredited facility in Incheon. The cardiovascular center treats 500,000+ patients annually with specialized screening for heart health. Carotid ultrasound costs around $140, while echocardiography runs about $210. For a deeper look, a basic check-up with lab tests is around $700. A premium check-up typically runs $2,400. This comprehensive package includes advanced imaging and consultations with specialists to manage cardiovascular risks around the clock.

Myongji Hospital holds the IHF Awards 2023 Gold Award for its advanced cardiovascular center. The facility is a pioneer in Korea for totally endoscopic robotic bypass surgery using the da Vinci Xi system. This robotic approach avoids traditional chest incisions for faster recovery. Specialized diagnostics for atherosclerosis are available, with a CT scan costing around $400 to $500. Other options include coronary angiography and PWV/ABI testing. A multidisciplinary team manages treatments ranging from medical management to minimally invasive stenting.

Ewha Womans University Medical Center specializes in women's health with a focus on minimally invasive procedures. Dr. Paik Nam-sun, listed among the world’s top 100 gastric and breast cancer surgeons, leads the Cancer Center for Women. He pioneered breast-conserving surgery in South Korea and developed a unique stomach cancer surgery technique.

Seoul National University Bundang Hospital operates as Korea's first digital hospital with the BESTcare system for enhanced treatment safety. The multidisciplinary center handles 1.5 million annual patients and specializes in complex cardiovascular cases including atherosclerosis management.

Seoul National University Bundang Hospital is Korea's first digital hospital, utilizing the BESTcare system to enhance treatment safety and effectiveness. The multidisciplinary center specializes in general and abdominal surgery, oncology, orthopedics, and traumatology, treating over 1.5 million patients annually.

Gachon University Gil Medical Center is a multidisciplinary hospital, providing medical services of the international level and is a leading hospital not only Korea, but also in Asia. Gil Hospital is located in the heart of Incheon at 1 hour drive from Incheon International Airport.

Asan Medical Center provides specialized care for atherosclerosis as Korea's largest multidisciplinary hospital, handling 11,800 daily outpatient visits. The cardiology department performs almost half of the country's heart transplants with 90% success rates. The hospital treats international patients from the US, China, UAE, and neighboring countries.

Gangnam Severance Hospital specializes in cardiology and holds JCI accreditation for international healthcare standards. The hospital features advanced diagnostic and treatment options for atherosclerosis. Doctors Byoung Kwon Lee and Jae Yong Cho lead the cardiology team.

Severance Hospital operates a dedicated cardiovascular center within its JCI-accredited facility, handling over 1.6 million annual outpatient visits. The multidisciplinary approach integrates diagnostics, preventive care, and treatment protocols for atherosclerosis within Yonsei University's health system.

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.

• International department has served over 15,000 patients from more than 100 countries since 1999.
• On-site equipment includes PET-CT, multi-slice CT, 3.0T MRI, and TOMO therapy technology.
• Dedicated centers for emergency care, bloodless surgery, and allergic respiratory diseases in children.
• Staffed by over 130 highly skilled doctor-professors across 30 departments.