SAERO Plastic Surgery is a private single-specialty medical center located in Seoul, Republic of Korea. The team is dedicated to plastic surgery. SAERO Plastic Surgery values honesty and warmth between the surgeon and patient, and aims to make accurate medical plan with only necessary procedures. SAERO Plastic Surgery serves only adults. Patients from Europe & Commonwealth, Asia, the USA, Canada, Australia visit the clinic most often.
VG Plastic Surgery is a private single-specialty medical center located in Seoul, Republic of Korea. The team is dedicated to otorhinolaryngology/ear, nose and throat(ENT), dental treatment, and plastic surgery. VG Plastic Surgery serves only adults. 1,000 patients choose VG Plastic Surgery to get medical care every year. Patients from Asia, the USA, Canada, Australia, and Russian-speaking Countries visit the clinic most often.
Rhinoplasty (nose job) | $4600 - $8337 |
Onlif Plastic Surgery Korea is a premier private multi-specialty medical center located in Seoul, Republic of Korea. The clinic's dedicated team specializes in plastic surgery, aesthetic medicine, and cosmetology. Onlif Plastic Surgery is certified as an excellent healthcare service provider and has been selected as a Liftera Key Opinion Leader. Onlif Plastic Surgery Korea attracts patients from Asia, the USA, Canada, Australia, and other countries who frequently visit the clinic for specialized care.
Blepharoplasty (Eyelid correction) | $3700 |
Rhinoplasty (nose job) | $5000 - $10000 |
BGN Eye Hospital is a private medical center for eye treatment in Busan, Korea.
The clinic specializes in vision correction and cataract treatment. The most modern methods of vision correction are available here: Lasik, Lasek, SMILE, SMILE PRO, and ICL intraocular lens implantation. The medical center has more than 346,000 vision correction surgeries on its account.
BGN Clinic is famous among patients from the USA, Europe, and CIS countries.
Retinal detachment surgery | $2539.64 - $2689.03 |
JK Plastic Surgery Center is the top clinic for international patients looking for cosmetic surgeries in South Korea (KAHF). Over 6,000 medical tourists visit JK Plastic Surgery Clinic each year to get the safest surgeries for the eyes, nose, body contouring, and anti-aging. JK shows 100% success rate of all procedures performed in the hospital.
It is a premium center with 20-years history and numerous awards. The JK medical team accounts over 85,000 plastic procedures provided according to the world quality standards. It is the best option for those who want excellent services in luxurious surroundings with the best results.
Rhinoplasty (nose job) | $4600 - $8500 |
Facelift surgery | $6500 - $10500 |
Breast lift | $20000 - $21000 |
Otoplasty (ear surgery) | $2600 - $5200 |
Tummy tuck | $13000 - $24600 |
S-Plant Dental Hospital is an outstanding specialized medical facility in Seoul, South Korea.
Dental implants, crowns, veneers, teeth whitening, and root canal treatments are the primary focuses of S-Plant Dental.
Over 23,000 dental implants have been performed for 11 years of S-Plant doctors practice.
Dentists use the uniquely designed 3D-modeling method to perform surgeries. It helps to reduce the risk of complications and speed up recovery.
International patients from 40 countries choose S-plant Dental Hospital. Most of them are from South Asia.
Ewha Woman's University Medical Center (EUMC) is a multidisciplinary hospital for women only. It's located in Seoul, South Korea.
The treatment of breast, thyroid, urogenital cancers, and joint replacement — are the clinic's top specialties.
Ewha doctors focus on the aesthetic results of the procedures. They perform minimally invasive operations through small incisions so that a woman does not get visible scars.
Patients from Europe, Russia, China, and the United Arab Emirates choose Ewha Medical Center every year.
Thyroid resection | $7550 - $17250 |
Mastectomy | $9710.4 - $11951.27 |
Biopsy | $567.69 - $1120.43 |
Mammography | $106.81 |
PET/CT | $1083.08 - $1307.17 |
Wooridul Hospital is a specialized network of hospitals with experience in treating more than 30 years, which is a world leader in the treatment of diseases of the spine today. Wooridul Hospital meets the highest international standards. It is an international hospital is the best of the World by the Medical Tourism Association.
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.
Rhinoplasty (nose job) | $5000 - $8000 |
Thyroid resection | $6850 - $9150 |
Chemotherapy | $1060 - $1590 |
Liver transplant | $128000 - $135000 |
Ultrasound | $180 - $360 |
Seoul Today Dental Clinic is a private single-specialty dental medical center located in Goyang, Republic of Korea. The team is dedicated to dental treatment. Seoul Today Dental Clinic serves both adults and children. 16,000+ patients visit Seoul Today Dental Clinic to get medical care every year. Conveniently located 30-40 minutes from Incheon International Airport, Seoul Today Dental Clinic is a destination for top-tier dental care in Seoul. The multilingual team of dentists, most of them graduates of elite U.S. universities and Seoul National University Dental School, provides a variety of services, such as same-day extractions and prosthetics, implant treatment, and orthodontics. With the state-of-the-art facilities, including an on-site lab, we cater to both short-term travelers and those on dental tourism. Patients from Europe & Commonwealth, Asia and USA, Canada, Australia visit the clinic most often.
Seoul National University Bundang Hospital is one of the most innovative multidisciplinary medical centers in Korea.
It is the 1st digital hospital in the country. The hospital is equipped witg BESTcare system that allows avoiding medical errors, improving treatment safety and effectiveness.
Bundang specializes in general and abdominal surgery, oncology, orthopedics and traumatology. 1,500,000 patients undergo treatment at in hospital every year.
Mastectomy | $15000 - $18000 |
PET/CT | $1600 |
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.
Liver transplant | $128000 - $135000 |
Thyroid resection | $10000 - $12000 |
Heart Valve Replacement | $50000 - $70000 |
Chemotherapy | $1200 - $3200 |
Rhinoplasty (nose job) | $5000 - $7000 |
Asan Hospital (Asan Medical Center) is the largest multidisciplinary medical center in South Korea, which can serve 2,700 patients at once.
The key specialties in the hospital are organ transplant, oncology, cardiology, and cardiac surgery. Almost half of all heart transplants in South Korea are carried out (45%) at Asan. The success of organ transplants ranges from 90%.
Every day, 11,800 outpatients and 2,550 inpatients are treated in Asan Hospital. Medical tourists from the USA, China, the UAE, Russia, Kazakhstan, and Mongolia choose Asan Hospital.
Thyroid resection | $6200 - $8400 |
St. Mary’s Hospital Seoul is a large multidisciplinary medical center in South Korea. The main specialties are oncology, hematology, organ transplant, cardiovascular surgery, and check-up. The hospital was the first in South Korea for liver, small bowel and cornea transplants. St. Mary’s Hospital in Korea is ranked the 5th in the world for successful bone marrow transplants.
30,000 international patients get treatment annually here.
Myomectomy (removal of uterine fibroids) | $6600 |
MRI of one area | $855 - $1350 |
Thyroid ultrasound | $90 |
Intro Plastic Surgery is a clinic in Seoul, Republic of Korea, specializing in personalized and comprehensive aesthetic procedures. The clinic offers expertise in a comprehensive range of procedures, including facelifts, rhinoplasty, breast augmentation, liposuction, tummy tucks, and non-surgical interventions.
At Intro Plastic Surgery, the representative doctor takes personal responsibility for the entire process, ensuring a one-on-one responsible approach from consultation and diagnosis to postoperative care. The clinic prioritizes thorough preoperative examinations, careful analyses, and tailored procedures to meet each individual's unique needs. Its holistic approach addresses both physical transformation and the emotional well-being of its patients.
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.
Thyroid resection | $5000 - $13000 |
Ultrasound | $300 - $400 |
Yonsei Uline Dental Clinic is a private dental and plastic surgery medical center located in Seoul, Republic of Korea. The clinic specializes in various dental services, including dental implants, ceramic crowns, dental laminates, teeth whitening, cum contouring surgery, and orthodontics. The medical staff boasts over 15 years of experience, providing you with top-notch care. Yonsei Uline Dental Clinic serves both adults and children. An international patient flow mainly comes from Asia, the USA, Canada, Australia, and other countries.
Bright Eye Clinic, which is located in Kyobo Tower, a landmark building in Gangnam, is equipped with the largest medical examination and surgical facilities in Korea. After introducing VisuMax in 2009, the first SMILE Lasik equipment in Asia, the clinic has achieved 100,000 SMILE LASIK cases in 2022 and has been recognized for its leading technology and medical system in the world. Patients from 40 countries around the world are visiting Bright Eye Clinic to improve their eyesight.
DARUN Dental Clinic is a private single-specialty medical center in Seoul, Republic of Korea. The team focuses on dental treatment. The clinic serves both adults and children. Patients from Asia, the USA, Canada, Australia, and the CIS countries visit the clinic most often.
DARUN Dental Clinic employs only U.S. board-certified prosthodontists who oversee the entire treatment process from A to Z—diagnosis, treatment, and prosthetic fabrication—all under one roof. The specialists can make any adjustments on the same day, minimizing the number of visits needed for treatment.
The clinic uses state-of-the-art equipment that meets or exceeds U.S. standards, allowing for minimal tooth damage during procedures. It also employs a proprietary DARUN (Dimension Accurate Restoration Unified Noninvasively) technique to integrate prosthetics with natural teeth, maximizing their longevity.
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 |
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.
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.
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.
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:
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:
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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