Apart from its Northern neighbour and animation, this Asian country is well known for its stunning green, hilly countryside dotted with cherry trees and centuries-old Buddhist temples, plus its coastal fishing villages, sub-tropical islands and high-tech cities. Its unique culture captivates millions of curious tourists each year. Korea is now also a major entertainment powerhouse, drawing people from all over the world to its music and film industry. If you thought that’s all Korea had to offer, you would be wrong. Did you know it was also ranked #14 on the Medical Tourism Index?
South Korea has made a name for itself as a leading destination for cosmetic and plastic surgery, with hundreds of clinics and centres offering quick, efficient, and elegant solutions. The country is also a pioneer in other fields such as internal medicine and orthopaedics, combining world-class facilities with breakthrough innovation. If you are looking for the best solutions and royal treatment, you’d be hard pressed to find an alternative to South Korea. With ‘Medical Korea’, the government has also built an integrated platform for all medical tourism stakeholders, ensuring patients are safe and well taken care of, while implementing strict quality control. If you’d like to experience this, Mediglobe is there for you. We work with the country’s leading healthcare providers to ensure you have the best possible experience, while getting world-class treatment.
South Korea Factbox
Quality of Care: ★★★★★
Cost of Care: ★★★★★
Travel Convenience: ★★☆☆☆
Ease of Obtaining Visa: ★★★☆☆
Tourism Friendliness: ★★★★★
Why you Should Choose Korea
Access to the latest IT-based technologies and “smart” solutions
Integrated government programme for patient safety and security
Professional and personalised level of care across the board
World-famous cosmetic and plastic surgery options
Top Treatments in the South Korea
Cosmetology and plastic surgery
Internal medicine
Orthopaedics
Oriental medicine
Things to Remember
Travel to South Korea is not always convenient due to its geographical location. Be sure to check your flight options before picking it as a destination.
Due to its advanced quality of care, treatments in Korea may not be apt for those on a tight budget. Another thing to consider is the cost of travel.
While English is not the national language, it is widely spoken in Korea. Translators are also available for other major languages for an optimum patient experience.