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Discover the Best Clinics and Costs for Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery in Republic of Korea 2024

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While Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery treatment offers are not be available in Republic of Korea, we've selected the TOP offers based on feedback from Bookimed patients.

Turkey, Istanbul
Neurosurgeon - Ali Zirh
36 years of experience
1500+ treatments performed
  • Over 30 years of expertise in functional neurosurgery and more than 1,200 successful DBS procedures by Assoc. Prof. Ali Zirh, a leading neurosurgeon globally recognized for his work.
  • Comprehensive care package including preoperative tests, consultations, hospitalization, and hotel stay, with transfers between airport, hotel, and clinic.
  • 4-day hospital stay at Medipol University Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center (PARMER), known for its authority in neurosurgery and neurology.
  • Access to state-of-the-art DBS technology and methods, ensuring high-quality treatment by a clinic serving an international patient base.
  • Award-winning excellence: Assoc. Prof. Ali Zirh has received numerous awards, including the International Elekta Award and Global Health Awards 2021 for Best Neurosurgeon.
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4.9
Package price
$28000
Turkey, Istanbul
Neurosurgeon - Sait Ozturk
24 years of experience
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  • Extensive Expertise: Dr. Sait Oztrk brings over two decades of medical experience, specializing in neurosurgery since 2014.
  • Internationally Trained: Trained under Harvard Medical School's Prof. Ron L. Alterman, with accolades from EANS and Turkish Neurosurgical Society.
  • Comprehensive DBS Package: Includes both neurologist and neurosurgeon consultations, along with a 5-day hospital stay.
  • Convenient Transfers: Hassle-free airport-hotel-clinic transportation is part of the offer, ensuring a smooth experience.
  • Global Recognition: VM Hospitals attracts international patients and specializes in neurosurgery, with a focus on Deep brain stimulation (DBS).
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4.9
Package price
$22000
Israel, Tel Aviv
Neurosurgeon - Strauss Ido
25 years of experience
  • Expertise of Dr. Strauss Ido: With over two decades of experience since 1999, Dr. Ido specializes in Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery, ensuring top-tier care.
  • Comprehensive Care Package: The DBS surgery offer includes preoperative tests, general and local anesthesia, consultations, post-op medications, and transfers to the hospital.
  • Renowned Medical Facility: Sourasky Medical Center is a world-recognized institution, ranked in the Top 10 for medical tourists by Newsweek and serving over 400,000 patients annually.
  • Innovative Treatment: Sourasky is known for its scientific achievements and innovations in medical treatments, including DBS surgery.
  • Streamlined Patient Experience: Previous patients have noted satisfaction with the services and the efficiency of procedures, including consultations, completed within 3 days.
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Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery Overview in Republic of Korea

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94%
Surgery Time - 4 hours
Stay in the country - 7 days
Rehabilitation - 4 days
Anesthesia - General anesthesia
Requests processed - 25926
Bookimed fees - $0
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Step-by-Step Roadmap

Day 1

  • Arrive in the country and settle in your accommodation.
  • Visit the clinic for initial consultation with a neurologist.
  • Undergo necessary medical tests as advised by the doctor.

Day 2-3

  • Receive the results of your medical tests.
  • Meet with a neurosurgeon to discuss DBS surgery procedure.
  • Pre-operative preparations include fasting and medication adjustments.

Day 4

  • Admission to the hospital for DBS surgery.
  • The surgery is performed under general anesthesia.
  • DBS surgery lasts approximately 3-4 hours.

Day 5-7

  • Post-operative care in the hospital under medical supervision.
  • Adjustment of the neurostimulator settings by a neurologist.
  • Discharge from the hospital after doctor"s approval.

Weeks 1-2

  • Continue recovery at home with regular follow-up visits.
  • Gradually return to regular activities as advised by the doctor.

Weeks 3-4

  • Return to work, based on the level of physical exertion required.
  • Start rehabilitation program, if advised by your doctor.

Weeks 5-6

  • Resume sports activities, based on your doctor"s advice.
  • Experience noticeable improvements in your condition.

Please note that each patient"s recovery timeline varies based on individual circumstances and the specifics of their DBS surgery. Always consult your doctor for personalized advice.

What patients like:

  1. Cost. The Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery cost in Republic of Korea ranges from 20000$ to 70000$. Compared to the United States, where the average cost is around $70,000, patients find it more affordable.
  2. Doctor’s professionalism. Patients appreciate the precision, clarity, and human touch of Korean doctors. They are renowned for their expertise, having performed numerous DBS surgeries.
  3. Service level. The high standard of care provided by hospitals in Korea is greatly appreciated by patients. The excellent service extends from medical care to hospitality.
  4. Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery efficacy. Patients report significant improvement post-surgery. The use of modern techniques enhances the surgery's success rate.
  5. Logistics. Patients value the smooth coordination, from scheduling appointments to post-operative care. The seamless logistics make the process stress-free.

What patients don't like:

  1. Additional costs. Patients were dissatisfied with having to cover food and accommodation expenses, which were not included in the surgery cost.
  2. Location. Some patients expressed a preference for staying closer to the city center, rather than the hospital area, for convenience.
  3. Language barrier. While translators are provided, patients found the language barrier to be a challenge at times.

How Much Does Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery Cost in Republic of Korea? Find Out Now

updated 3/26/2024
The average price of Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery in Republic of Korea is $31920, the minimum price is $20000, and the maximum price is $70000.
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Discover the Best Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery Clinics in Republic of Korea: 5 Verified Options and Prices
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Gachon University Gil  Medical Center
Republic of Korea, Incheon
4.7
Excellent
• 3 reviews
  • The Department for Neurosurgery at Gachon University Gil Hospital receives 38,200 patients per year and provides 1,300 neurosurgical interventions. It is one of the most experienced departments in the hospital.
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World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Gachon University Gil  Medical Center
4.7
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Samsung Medical Center
Republic of Korea, Seoul
4.5
Excellent
• 22 reviews

Samsung Medical Center is a prominent multidisciplinary hospital in South Korea that has repetitively received many awards in customer satisfaction and services quality. It has a special status of “Hospital of presidential standards”. A part of Samsung Medical Complex, Comprehensive Cancer Center provides the most thorough treatment for cancer patients using state-of-the-art equipment: Novalis, IGRT (image-guided radiation therapy), Da Vinci surgical system, etc.

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accreditations:

International Organization for Standardization certificate for Samsung Medical Center
Korean Institute for Healthcare Accreditation certificate for Samsung Medical Center
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Samsung Medical Center
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Samsung Medical Center
World's Best Hospitals 2022 by Newsweek certificate for Samsung Medical Center
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2023 by Newsweek certificate for Samsung Medical Center
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Haya • Jul 12, 2019
We went to Samsung hospital for consultation and they was great and service was also professional Emad and Varvara both of them are so helpful and respond to my request very fast
4.5
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Severance Hospital
Republic of Korea, Seoul
4.5
Excellent
• 42 reviews

Severance Hospital in Korea is an international multidisciplinary clinic at Yonsei University, located in Seoul South Korea. Yonsei Severance Hospital's Health System includes: oncology and rehabilitation centers, pediatric and women's clinics, cardiovascular center and Clinic of Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology. The Hospital has been certified by JCI (Joint Commission International) and serves 1.6 million outpatients annually.

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Joint Commission International  certificate for Severance Hospital
Korean Institute for Healthcare Accreditation certificate for Severance Hospital
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Severance Hospital
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Severance Hospital
World's Best Hospitals 2022 by Newsweek certificate for Severance Hospital
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2023 by Newsweek certificate for Severance Hospital
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Lola Saydakhmedova • Jun 5, 2019
I was in Severance on May 27, 2019 at a reception by the oncologist's homolog, and on the same day mammography and ultrasound of the mammary glands were done. For the conclusion they said to come on June 5th. I want to say a big thank you to my coordinator Lydia, I went everywhere, translated, sat and waited in queues with me. Service at the highest level! Today, on June 5, I came back to the homologue and she looked at the pictures and said that all is not well worry. And in Russia, they saw a tumor from somewhere. I was also given a disc with ultrasound and momography and a conclusion in paper in English. Thank you all and thanks to bookimed.com! This is not a hoax, really help people. I wanted to share a photo of the clinic and the coordinator, but something is impossible to expose them.
4.5
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Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery $50000 - $70000
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Gangnam Severance Hospital
Republic of Korea, Seoul
4
Good
• 3 reviews

Gangnam Severance Hospital is a large multidisciplinary medical center in Seoul, South Korea. The hospital specializes in oncology, neurosurgery, neurology, cardiology, and check-up (complex diagnostics).

Gangnam Severance Hospital has received JCI accreditation, a global organization that evaluates the clinics across the globe for safety and high-quality medical services. That means the hospital complies with international healthcare standards.

The hospital is the 1st in South Korea to perform lung transplant.

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Joint Commission International  certificate for Gangnam Severance Hospital
Korean Institute for Healthcare Accreditation certificate for Gangnam Severance Hospital
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Gangnam Severance Hospital
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World's Best Hospitals 2022 by Newsweek certificate for Gangnam Severance Hospital
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Soon Chun Hyang University Hospital
Republic of Korea, Seoul
5
Excellent
• 2 reviews

Soon Chun Hyang University Hospital Seoul  is multidisciplinary hospital for examination and treatment of various diseases, founded in 1974 and located in Seoul. There are four hospitals in Soon Chun Hyang Universety Hospital, which located throughout South Korea.

 

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TATYANA SHELUDKO • Jun 12, 2018
The clinic meets all the stated criteria of the service. Efficiency in servicing and reliability of diagnoses at the highest level. A very good option for passing the narrow specialists and the entire diagnostics in general.
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How many days do I need to stay in Republic of Korea?
7 days
How much extra money do I need (additional to the procedure)?
A night in a 5-star hotel breakfast included — $200. A night in a 4-star hotel breakfast included — $120. A night in a 3-star hotel breakfast included — $80. Lunch & dinner — $40.
Do I need a visa?
For citizens of the UK and the USA: visa is not required.
For citizens of other countries — please visit ivisa.com to find more details on entry requirements to South Korea.
What payment options are available?
PayPal, cash, credit cards (Visa, MasterCard).
Transfers
Flight tickets to South Korea: are not included in the price.
Transfer: clinics offer an airport-clinic-airport transfer for extra payment.

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FAQ about Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery in Republic of Korea

How to choose the best DBS hospital?

When you consider several options for providing the brain stimulation, have in mind the following factors:

  • The doctor’s experience. The qualification is the key factor of successful brain surgery outcome. It requires special skills and lots of experience. Even if deep brain stimulation has nothing to do with intervention in the brain, its effect depends on the accuracy of pacemaker electrodes placing. If electrical signals don’t reach the targeted area, a patient will not relieve the symptoms. We highly recommend to learn the doctor’s CV and figure out how many people he treated with DBS. Read his patient reviews, contact them if possible to get additional information firsthand, watch videos with doctor’s patients before and after the procedure.
  • Certifications. Best DBS clinics have certificates and awards ensuring a patient receives care according to the international guidelines. Among them are Joint Commission International (JCI), European Foundation for Quality Management (EFQM), etc.
  • The hospital equipment. The modern equipment gives a neurosurgeon a better picture of the patient’s brain, so an expert puts electrodes faster and more accurate. Some technologies as Neuromate robot allows minimizing traumatic effect for the head.
  • The clinic location. Patients with Parkinson’s disease and dystonia at different stages have different conditions and diverse symptoms — and not all of them can have long-time flights. In this case, it’s better to look upon neighboring countries.

Where can I get the surgery?

The ranking represents medical centers in Turkey, India, Spain, Israel, South Korea, Germany, and the Czech Republic. All of them have international certificates, trained neurosurgeons, and advanced technologies. The prices for DBS in these hospitals differ due to price policy within the country, hospital awareness, and other factors.

Let’s gain insight top 3 countries with DBS clinics.

Turkey

For the last decade, Turkey has become a new healthcare brand. By the end of 2019, the country will have hosted 1M international patients.

I’is a top choice due to quality-price ratio. This correlation is explained by governmental supervision of prices in the hospitals and experienced professionals who have vast experience in DBS for Parkinson’s, essential tremor, dystonia, and Tourette syndrome.

Patients from the Gulf and Western European countries most often come to Turkey for neurosurgery.

India

If you are looking for affordable prices and want to be sure of the procedure quality, India is the choice. Indian hospitals report that they offer the lowest prices, some of which take a tenth part of the US prices for the same neurosurgical procedures, including DBS.

Indian neurosurgeons are trained overseas and thus are skillful enough to provide the most complex surgeries.

Patients from the Middle East (Oman), African countries (Nigeria, Kenya, Tanzania), Asia (Bangladesh, Bhutan) visit Indian DBS specialists for treatment of Parkinson’s disease, essential tremor, OCD, depression, dystonia.

Spain

WHO ranks the Spanish healthcare system the 7th in the world. The country spends around 10% of its GDP on medicine development. Thus, hospitals have the newest equipment possible. Many centers provide clinical trials. In Spain, deep brain stimulation is carried out for Parkinson’s, essential tremor, and other movement disorders, dystonia, epilepsy, and Tourette syndrome. Prices are higher than in Turkey and India.

Patients from France, Germany, the UK, and the Netherlands come here for treatments.

How to go for deep brain stimulation surgery abroad?

We understand that brain surgery alone sounds terrifying, and the decision may be not that easy. Submit a request on Bookimed, and our medical coordinator will contact you to answer all your questions on the procedure in different DBS hospitals.

Be ready to provide us with a video of patient’s movements and the list of medications taken. This information will help to evaluate if you are a candidate for a brain pacemaker installment and make treatment program with cost estimate right for you.

This page may feature information relating to various medical conditions, treatments, and healthcare services available in different countries. Please be advised that the content is provided for informational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice or guidance. Please consult with your doctor or a qualified medical professional before starting or changing medical treatment.

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