Medical tourism in Republic of Korea - Page 4

Wonjin Plastic Surgery Clinic is a Seoul-based plastic surgery center with 20 specialists and over 5,000 patients per year. It specializes in cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery and accepts patients from the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.

• English-speaking medical staff provide direct communication for international patients.
• Doctors hold international certificates and have extensive practical experience.
• Competitive pricing on plastic surgery procedures such as breast augmentation.

Seoul National University Bundang Hospital is South Korea's first digital hospital. It treats 1.5 million patients annually with the BESTcare safety system. Core specialties include general surgery, oncology, orthopedics, and cardiovascular care.

• World's first laparoscopic liver resection in a child and first extended cholecystectomy.
• 5,000 stomach cancer surgeries completed, 90% performed laparoscopically.
• Cardiovascular Center handles 103,000 patients and 2,400 open heart surgeries yearly.
• Over 1,000 Gamma Knife procedures for head and neck tumors completed.
• Named to Newsweek's World's Best Smart Hospitals 2023 and GHA-accredited.

Bright Eye Clinic is a SMILE LASIK pioneer in Seoul's Gangnam district. It introduced VisuMax, the first SMILE LASIK equipment in Asia, in 2009. The clinic specializes in SMILE LASIK, lens implantation, and cataract treatment.

• Achieved 100,000 SMILE LASIK cases by 2022 and over 400,000 total vision correction procedures.
• Staffed by first-generation SMILE LASIK certified doctors with over a decade of research experience.
• Located in Kyobo Tower, a landmark Gangnam building, with Korea's largest eye exam and surgical facilities.
• Treats patients from 40 countries and is recognized by leading ophthalmology associations worldwide.

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 is South Korea's largest multidisciplinary hospital, recognized by Newsweek's World's Best Hospitals list. It leads in organ transplant, oncology, cardiology, and cardiac surgery. ISO-certified and KOIHA-accredited, it has Korea's highest number of organ transplants per KONOS data.

• Performs 55,000+ surgeries yearly, with a 98% liver transplant success rate.
• First in South Korea for over a dozen pioneering transplant procedures since 1992.
• Equipped with da Vinci robotic systems, GammaKnife, and PET-CT for precision treatment.
• Free airport transfers and a personal coordinator assigned to each international patient.

Gangnam Severance Hospital is a JCI-accredited university hospital in Seoul's Gangnam district. It was the first in South Korea to perform a lung transplant. The hospital's core strengths are oncology, neurosurgery, neurology, cardiology, and comprehensive health check-ups.

• First in Asia to use the da Vinci Robotic System for minimally invasive surgeries.
• Neurosurgery department performs 1,300 surgeries per year. Spinal team has done over 700 scoliosis operations, the most in South Korea.
• Cardiology team carries out around 1,000 coronarographies and 800 stentings each year.
• Two Tomotherapy devices deliver highly accurate radiation for prostate, brain, and spine cancers.
• Five check-up programs, from Basic to VIP. Free interpreter services and airport transfer for bills over $4,400.

Severance Hospital is a JCI-accredited multidisciplinary hospital affiliated with Yonsei University in Seoul. It specializes in radiosurgery, robotic surgery, cardiac surgery, and oncology.

• 1.6 million outpatients and 40,000 operations handled each year.
• Over 4,000 robotic surgeries performed using the Da Vinci system.
• Cancer center partners with MD Anderson Cancer Center and Johns Hopkins University.
• Pediatric clinic collaborates with Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
• Accredited by JCI and KOIHA. Named among Newsweek's World's Best Hospitals.

RE:NINE Clinic is a specialized aesthetics center in Jung-gu, Seoul. It focuses on non-surgical facial rejuvenation, lifting, and anti-aging treatments. Dr. Jung Hyun-woo founded the practice. He graduated from Dong-A University College of Medicine. A dedicated team of aesthetic specialists runs the clinic. Care is personalized through one-on-one consultations.

The clinic uses Ultherapy Prime with real-time visualization for precise lifting. Other tools include Fotona Avalanche for laser hair removal. Patients can access advanced RF platforms like Volnewmer, Sofwave, and Potenza. Treatments include Rejuran DNA boosters and customized filler protocols. The center also offers LDM hydration lifting and IV vitamin therapies. International patients get support through WeChat and KakaoTalk.

Evita Clinic is a single-specialty plastic surgery clinic in Gangnam, Seoul. It focuses on gynecomastia surgery, top surgery, and tummy tucks. The clinic is led by a board-certified cardiothoracic surgeon with over 20 years of experience.

• Serves patients from over 40 countries. Most frequent are the United States, Canada, and Australia.
• Uses three types of liposuction: Accusculp (laser), PAL (power), and VASER (ultrasound).
• Offers online consultations, flexible scheduling, and help with hotels and airport transfers.
• Provides free dressing changes, chest compression garments, diet advice, and post-operative follow-up.

Hyundai Aesthetic Surgery Clinic is a multi-specialty center in Gangnam, Seoul. It focuses on plastic surgery, aesthetics, and regenerative medicine. The clinic opened in 1998. It runs specialized centers for eye, nose, facial contouring, and body procedures. Dr. Hwang Ho is the Chief Director. The medical team has over 25 years of clinical experience.

The clinic uses a 1:3 personalized care system. Each patient gets a surgeon, an anesthesiologist, and a dedicated nurse. Safety includes a 365-day infection prevention and sterilization system. Tools include ONDA Coolwaves and Ultherapy. Awards include the Medical Asia Grand Prize for eye and nose surgery. Many patients travel from the United States for treatment.