Ewha Womans University Medical Center
Ewha Womans University Medical Center
Republic of Korea, Seoul
Paik Nam-sun
47 years of experience
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Hydrocephalus treatment cost in the Republic of Korea is generally determined by the surgical technique and hospital ranking, with a brain MRI typically costs between $28 to $100 while a craniotomy runs $16,500 to $38,000. Total expenses depend on the patient's age and clinical complexity. Most international patients find 30-50% savings compared to the US. Seoul, Incheon, and Bundang are the primary hubs for neurosurgical care.
Typical Hydrocephalus Treatment Costs in Republic of Korea
Bookimed Expert Insight: For complex pediatric cases, centers like Severance Hospital are ideal due to their specialized multidisciplinary pediatric clinics. Patients requiring advanced surgical safety benefit from Seoul National University Bundang Hospital (SNUBH), which uses the BESTcare system to minimize medical errors. If high-volume expertise is a priority, Asan Medical Center performs over 65,000 surgeries annually with a 4.5-star patient rating. Highly specialized surgeons like Do Hyun Nam at Samsung Medical Center offer specific expertise in both endoscopic and pediatric neurosurgery.
| Republic of Korea | Turkey | Austria | |
| Hydrocephalus surgeries, shunt surgeries | from $12,000 | from $14,400 | from $18,000 |
| Craniotomy | from $16,500 | from $5,650 | from $20,000 |
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Specializing in endoscopic surgeries for hydrocephalus, Dr. Do Hyun Nam is among South Korea's top pediatric and adult neurosurgeons.
The doctor is a leading breast cancer specialist in South Korea and is recognized among the world’s top 100 gastric and breast cancer surgeons. The doctor pioneered breast conserving surgery in South Korea in 1986 and invented a unique stomach cancer surgery that minimizes the risk of gastroesophageal reflux disease. The doctor currently heads the Cancer Center for Women at Ewha Womans University Medical Center and has previously served as President of Konkuk University Hospital and Director of Korea Cancer Center Hospital. The doctor is also an active researcher in breast cancer diagnosis and management.
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.