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.
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.
Seoul National University Hospital specializes in gynecological procedures with advanced surgical techniques. The facility handles over 10,000 patient cases daily, including complex hysterectomies. Dr. Han Byoel Lee is a highly qualified oncoplastic surgeon with degrees from Seoul National University and KAIST, specializing in gynecological oncology.
Seoul National University Hospital is where the President of South Korea receives treatment. Fully digital since 2004, it has the highest cancer treatment stats in the country. Best known for neurosurgery, cardiovascular surgery, and organ transplants.
Korea University Anam Hospital specializes in robotic surgery, including minimally invasive hysterectomy techniques. Dr. Kim Jin, Vice President of the Korean Association of Robotic Surgeons, leads the team with extensive training from Korea University and international surgical demonstrations. The hospital pioneered robotic procedures in Asia, focusing on precision and reduced recovery times.
Korea University Anam Hospital created the world's first robotic oral thyroid cancer surgery, leaving no visible scars. It holds JCI accreditation for the fifth consecutive time. Main specialties include hematology/oncology, urology, colorectal surgery, and breast and endocrine surgery.
Chaum Medical Center is a Seoul clinic with prices 3–4 times lower than US clinics. It specializes in neurology, pediatric cardiac surgery, and obstetrics and gynecology. English‑speaking staff and interpreters support international patients.
Chaum Medical Center is a Seoul clinic with prices 3–4 times lower than US clinics. It specializes in neurology, pediatric cardiac surgery, and obstetrics and gynecology. English‑speaking staff and interpreters support international patients.
Yonseisarangmoa women disease hospital utilizes the da Vinci Surgical System for hysterectomy, offering minimally invasive procedures with enhanced precision. Dr. Hong Jung Lee, the only doctor in Korea certified to perform da Vinci surgeries, serves as the hospital director and holds adjunct professorships at Yonsei University and Korea University School of Medicine. The clinic specializes in women's health with a focus on gynecologic oncology and minimally invasive techniques.
Yonsei Sarang Moa in Seoul is one of few South Korean clinics with a da Vinci robot. It specializes in women's health, sexology, and reproductology. Over 10,000 babies have been born through its care.
The doctor is an expert in oncoplastic surgery and breast cancer, with extensive experience from prestigious institutions. The doctor holds an M.D. degree from Seoul National University College of Medicine and an M.S. degree in Surgery from the same institution. Additionally, the doctor earned a B.S. in biological sciences from the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) and a Ph.D. in Surgery from Seoul National University Graduate School.
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Korea University Anam Hospital created the world's first robotic oral thyroid cancer surgery, leaving no visible scars. It holds JCI accreditation for the fifth consecutive time. Main specialties include hematology/oncology, urology, colorectal surgery, and breast and endocrine surgery.
Dr. Hong Jung Lee is the director of Yonsei Sarangmoa Women’s Hospital in Seoul. He is recognized as a pioneer in robotic gynecological surgery in South Korea. Dr. Lee performs procedures using the da Vinci Surgical System. He specializes in reproductive endocrinology, infertility treatments, and complex gynecological oncology.
Yonsei Sarang Moa in Seoul is one of few South Korean clinics with a da Vinci robot. It specializes in women's health, sexology, and reproductology. Over 10,000 babies have been born through its care.
A womb removal to end menstruation and the ability to become pregnant. Effective to treat severe health problems in women.
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Tumor removal, laceration repair, maxillofacial surgery, scar revision, hand surgery are the most common operations in the context of reconstructive surgery.
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Currency | South Korean Won (you also can pay for services in dollars) |
Best period for the trip | April, May & June or September, October & November. |
Language | Korean (most of medical staff speaks English fluently) |
Visa | none required for stays under 90 days or less |
Time difference with Europe | 9 hours |
Time difference with the USA | 9 hours |
Capital | Seoul |
Medical tourism center | Seoul |
Popular resorts | Gangwon-do, Gyeongju, Boseong, Jeju |
In South Korea, hotels of different price ranges and service levels are presented. Most tourists choose 4 and 5 star hotels with all-inclusive meals. Such hotels have everything for a comfortable stay: varied food, a large well-groomed territory, animation for children and adults. Some hotels have their own water park, which guests can use for free. Budget travelers can afford to book an economical 3-star hotel with half board or no meals at all.
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