What should you know about South Korea before the trip?

CurrencySouth Korean Won (you also can pay for services in dollars)Best period for the tripApril, May & June or September, October & November.LanguageKorean (most of medical staff speaks English fluently)Visanone required for stays under 90 days or lessTime difference with Europe9 hoursTime difference with the USA9 hoursCapitalSeoulMedical tourism centerSeoulPopular resortsGangwon-do, Gyeongju, Boseong, Jeju

What is the level of medicine in South Korea?

Healthcare is the key development sector of the Korean government. The Korean authorities are convinced that care for the citizens' health should be an absolute priority of state policy and spend about 1 billion a year for medical tourists attraction.According to Mark Britnell, hospitals dominate the health system. 94% of hospitals are privately owned.

Why is South Korea trendy for medical tourism?

South Korea is also a well-known country globally due to high-skilled doctors that undergo internships in American and European institutions. Patients from Russia, Japan, Kazakhstan, Mongolia and US prefer treatment in South Korea to other places. Highly developed medical centers and first-rate therapeutic services at affordable prices attract people from all over the world. About 1 mln international patients travel to Korea annually. So South Korea is among Top 10 countries with the most developed medical tourism sector. South Korea is a top destination for medical tourists because of low-costs. You may save up to 40% on services in South Korea compared to European countries or the USA due to the average local citizens' income and general price policy within the country.

What hotel services are provided here?

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.

Do I need a visa to South Korea?

Today, South Korea has visa-free agreements with 112 states. None visa is required for stays under 90 days or less. To stay longer in this country, you need a visa. What states need a visa for treatment in South Korea and what countries can cross the border free and easy read here.

What documents are required to apply for a visa to South Korea for treatment?

Visas for travel to South Korea require a number of documents. The necessary papers can be submitted 90 days before the planned departure. Lists of documents includes:ID cardconfirmation of online registration and filling out the questionnairecertificate of income and availability of fundsinsurance policy for a stay in South Korea (original and copy)2 photos (5x6)visa receiptbooking of flight and hotelmedical opinion about the need for treatment.

What are the most popular plastic surgery procedures?

According to ASPS statistics, 17.7 mln cosmetic surgeries and 5.8 mln reconstructive procedures have been performed in 2018. Among cosmetic procedures the most popular are:breast augmentationliposuctionrhinoplasty (nose job)eyelid surgerytummy tuck.Tumor removal, laceration repair, maxillofacial surgery, scar revision, hand surgery are the most common operations in the context of reconstructive surgery.

Discover the Best Clinics and Costs for MAKOplasty in Republic of Korea 2024

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While MAKOplasty treatment offers are not be available in Republic of Korea, we've selected the TOP offers based on feedback from Bookimed patients.

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Turkey, Bursa

1. Robotic Total Hip Replacement Surgery

Extensive Experience: Dr. Omer Faruk Bilgen has been practicing since 1985, bringing over 35 years of expertise in orthopedic surgery to each MAKOplasty procedure. High Success Rates: Private Medicabil Hospital boasts a 99.9% success rate for MAKOplasty total hip replacements, demonstrating their exceptional proficiency in this advanced treatment. Comprehensive Care Package: The offer includes pre-operative consultations, 3D CT scans, 3D surgical planning, and full board during a 6-day hospital stay. International Patient Base: The clinic is a preferred choice for patients from the Balkans, Arab League states, and Russian-speaking countries, reflecting its global reputation. Advanced Technology: Utilizing 3D-printed patient-specific surgical guides and robotic assistance ensures precision and personalized care in each MAKOplasty procedure.

10 Recent MAKOplasty Reviews in Republic of Korea: Check Real Patient Experience

Varvara Chshetnikova • Hip replacement

Kazakhstan

Oct 26, 2019

Verified review.

I saw results almost immediately

Loved the staff, highly qualified, helpful and friendly. The equipment and treatment methods are top notch. Very comfortable room. Read more less

Kang Dong Hospital

Anonymous • Consultation with an orthopaedist

Kazakhstan

Dec 13, 2022

Verified review.

Thank you all

We absolutely loved it The hospital and doctors are all friendly interpreter everything is top notch Thank you all Read more less

Severance Hospital

Луиза • Consultation with an orthopaedist

Kazakhstan

Jul 15, 2022

Verified review.

"Thanks a lot

Kang Dong Clinic has very good specialists. Good at diagnosing. Thanks a lot. Read more less

Kang Dong Hospital

Алексей • Consultation with an orthopaedist

Russian Federation

Nov 11, 2019

Verified review.

I especially want to note the translator who contacted and accompanied the clinic on time during the consultation

It went well, I liked everything. The examination is quite informative, it became clear where to move in the treatment. I especially want to note the translator who contacted and accompanied the clinic on time during the consultation. Read more less

Wooridul Spine Hospital

MAKOplasty Overview in Republic of Korea

Surgery Time - 2 hours

Stay in the country - 7 days

Rehabilitation - 4 days

Anesthesia - General anesthesia

Verified patient reviews - 10

Requests processed - 23249

Bookimed fees - $0

How Much Does MAKOplasty Cost in Republic of Korea? Find Out Now

updated 5/1/2024

The average price of MAKOplasty in Republic of Korea is $9588, the minimum price is $6175, and the maximum price is $13000.

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The total cost is calculated individually. It may range depending on your medical issue, doctor's qualification, procedure complexity and related complications (if they occur). You’ll get the exact price for a plastic surgery procedure after a consultation with a doctor.

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If the joint pain bothers and you want to recover from this, but at the same moment you are afraid of complex surgeries and complications after them, pay attention to the MAKOplasty technique.

MAKOplasty is a robot-assisted knee or hip replacement. The surgery is minimally invasive. Only the damaged part of joint is removed, the healthy one is preserved.

✔️ Benefits of the procedure according to the MAKOplasty hip and knee surgery reviews:

a surgeon may develop an individual treatment plan and perform the replacement with absolute accuracy
MAKOplasty helps a surgeon to choose the most suitable implant for the patients’ joint structure.
the robotic operation is minimally invasive. A surgeon removes the damaged tissues and preserves the surrounding ones.
rehab period after the robotic procedure is short. It does not cause any complications in agreement with MAKOplasty patient’ reviews.
safety of MAKOplasty is proved. The robot-assisted surgery reduces the risk of medical error.

The best hospitals applying MAKOplasty are represented in the listing below. The ranking is based on the choice of patients who underwent the procedure and their MAKOplasty reviews.

❗️ Important to know! The MAKOplasty cost in Turkey and Thailand are considered the most affordable ones. The minimal price is starting from $24,000. Get an individual MAKOplasty cost on our website.

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Discover the Best MAKOplasty Clinics in Republic of Korea: 1 Verified Option and Prices

Check the hospital ranking based on requests and 10 reviews to pick the right MAKOplasty clinic for you.

Republic of Korea, Seoul

1. Nanoori Hospital

92% patients recommend

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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.

Get a Medical Assessment for MAKOplasty in Republic of Korea: Select Your Expert from 2 Experienced Doctors

Republic of Korea, Seoul

Seongcheol Moon

Orthopedist

16 years of experience

Nanoori Hospital

Work Experiences PRESENT Chairman Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Nanoori hospital March 2017 – present Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Nanoori hospital March 2014 – February 2017 Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Semyeong Christianity Hospital February 2013 – February 2014 Fellowship, Shoulder & Elbow Clinic, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kyung Hee University Hospital March 2009– February 2013 Residency, Department of Orthpaedic Surgery Kyung Hee University Hospital March 2008 – February 2009 Internship, Kyung Hee University Hospital Education B.S. School of Medicine, Kyung Hee University February 2008 Fellowship Shoulder & Elbow Clinic, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Kyung Hee University Hospital February 2013 – February 2014 Memberships Member, Journal of Orthopaedic Science, 2008- Member, Korean Arthroscopy Association , 2013 Member, Korean Knee Society, Association , 2013 Member, Korean Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine , 2013- Edition Committee Member, Korean Shoulder & Elbow Association , 2017 PUBLICATIONS Reply to the Letter to the Editor: What Injury Mechanism and Patterns of Ligament Status Are Associated With Isolated Coronoid, Isolated Radial Head, and Combined Fractures?, Clin Orthop Relat Res. 2018 Jul;476(7):1547-1548 Comparison of Clinical and Radiological Results in the Arthroscopic Repair of Full-Thickness Rotator Cuff Tears With and Without the Anterior Attachment of the Rotator Cable, Am J Sports Med. 2017 Sep;45(11):2532-2539 What Injury Mechanism and Patterns of Ligament Status Are Associated With Isolated Coronoid, Isolated Radial Head, and Combined Fractures?. Clin Orthop Relat Res. 2018 Jun;476(6):1359-1360. Effects of humeral component retroversion on functional outcomes in reverse total shoulder arthroplasty for cuff tear arthropathyJ Shoulder Elbow Surg. 2015 Oct;24(10):1574-81. Drop sign of the elbow joint after surgical stabilization of an unstable simple posterolateral dislocation: natural course and contributing factors.: J Shoulder Elbow Surg. 2015 Jul;24(7):1081-9 "Hidden lesions" of the extra-articular biceps after subpectoral biceps tenodesis: response., Am J Sports Med. 2015 Mar;43(3):NP4-5. Quantitative assessment of the latarjet procedure for large glenoid defects by computed tomography: a coracoid graft can sufficiently restore the glenoid arc. Am J Sports Med. 2015 May;43(5):1099-107. The influence of diabetes mellitus on clinical and structural outcomes after arthroscopic rotator cuff repair. Am J Sports Med. 2015 Apr;43(4):991-7. Analysis of "hidden lesions" of the extra-articular biceps after subpectoral biceps tenodesis: the subpectoral portion as the optimal tenodesis site. Am J Sports Med. 2015 Jan;43(1):63-8. Comparative study of tibial posterior slope angle following cruciate-retaining total knee arthroplasty using one of three implants. Int Orthop. 2012 Apr;36(4):755-60.

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Republic of Korea, Seoul

Kwangyeal Lee

Orthopedist

30 years of experience

Nanoori Hospital

[Special Areas] Orthopedic surgery Arthroscopic knee & shoulder surgery Total knee & shoulder surgery Sport injury [Academic Background and Work Experience] Resident of dept. of Orthopedic Surgery, Catholic Medial College Seoul Hospital Section chief, Center of Joint, Sun Hospital, Daejeon Director, TeunTeun hosipital, Jeju MD, Catholic medical, college, Seoul, 1994 [Professional Memberships] Member, Korean knee Society Member, Korean Orthopedic Association Member, Korean shoulder & elbow Society Member, Asia-Pacific Orthopedic Association Member, Korean sport medical Association [Presentation and Posters] Clin Orthop Surg. 2015 Sep;7(3):351-8. Evaluation of the Effusion within Biceps Long Head Tendon Sheath Using Ultrasonography. Park I, Lee HJ, Kim SE, Bae SH, Lee KY, Park KS, Kim YS Novel role of Pin1 induction in type II collagen-mediated rheumatoid arthritis Jeong HG; Pokharel YR; Lim SC; Hwang YP; Han EH; Yoon JH; Ahn SG; Lee KY; Kang KW / Journal of immunology (Baltimore, Md.: 1950) 2009 Nov; 183 ( 10 ) : 6689-97 . Operative Treatment of Fracture of the Body of the Scapula /Moon Gu Choi /Hyoung Min Kim/Youn Soo Kim/Kee Haeng Lee/Chang Hoon Chung/Kwang Yeol Lee Journal of the Korean Fracture Society 12-3 1999, p. 698 ~ 703

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