Bookimed does not add extra charges for Herniated disc surgery prices. The rates come from the clinics' official price lists. You pay directly at the clinic for your Herniated disc surgery upon your arrival.
Bookimed is committed to your safety. We only work with medical institutions that maintain high international standards in Herniated disc surgery and have the necessary licenses to serve international patients worldwide.
Bookimed offers free expert assistance. A personal medical coordinator supports you before, during, and after your treatment, solving any issues. You're never alone on your Herniated disc surgery journey.
| Republic of Korea | Turkey | Austria | |
| Herniated disc surgery | from $4,425 | from $6,298 | - |
Day 1 - Arrival
Day 2 - Pre-Operation
Day 3 - Surgery
Day 4 - Post-Operation
Week 1-2 - Rehabilitation
Week 3-6 - Rehabilitation
Week 6-12 - Rehabilitation
Month 3-6 - Final Result
Please note that this timeline is a general guide. Each patient"s recovery may vary.
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The clinical results and radiological findings of cervical spine laminoplasty using mini-open door technique and the factors influencing the outcome.
Kim SH, Kim ES, Eoh W, Jang IT, Choi SE.
Dr. Jang IT is a professor of Korea University, Ewha Womans University, and Yonsei University with extensive experience in spinal surgery. He specializes in microscopic spinal surgery, cervical spine diseases, artificial discs, spinal tumors, mini spinal fusion surgery, scoliosis, and non-surgical exercise therapy. He has published numerous articles in journals such as World Neurosurg., Biomed Res Int., Clin Neurol Neurosurg., J Korean Neurosurg Soc., Korean J Spine., Spine J., and J Neurol Surg A Cent Eur Neurosurg. He has won many awards and is a member of various professional societies.
Dr. Lim JH is a professor at Inje University Paik Hospital in Seoul with expertise in microscopic spinal surgery, cervical spine diseases, artificial disc, spinal tumors, mini spinal fusion surgery, scoliosis, and non-surgical exercise therapy. He has trained overseas, presented at Symposiums, and published numerous articles.
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Dr. Kim HS is a member of the Korean Neurosurgical Society, the Korean Neurosurgical Spine Society, and other professional societies. He has extensive experience in minimally invasive spine surgery and procedures, HNP (Herniated Nucleus Pulposus) lumbar cervical, spinal stenosis, and degenerative spinal disease. He obtained his PhD in 2006, and has trained at Chosun University Hospital, 21 Century Spine Hospital, Anna Hospital, and various other hospitals. He is fluent in English and Korean, and is an adjunct professor of the Medical College of the Chosun University. He has published multiple textbooks and articles, and is a journal reviewer of World Neurosurgery and Korean Neurological Society.
Neurosurgeon, specializing in spinal neurosurgery
35 years old
This procedure involves removing the part of the disc that is pressing on the nerve, alleviating pain and discomfort.
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 |
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