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| Medical Services |
Korean Medical System (Hospitals) |
| The Korean medical system is known to be reliable. The following is some basic information about the Korean medical system and its reliability and competence. You may also find more information on www.koreahealthtour.co.kr/eng/index.jsp |
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| Health Screening |
| Health Screening Services are provided at a reasonable price, with experience, expertise and a variety of choices. Precise diagnoses are guaranteed by excellent medical specialists and cutting-edge medical equipment, such as DDR, PACS, TLAS, PET-CT, CT, MRI, and RT. One stop follow-up care is provided with expedition in case of discovery of any abnormal symptoms. |
| Plastic surgery |
| Plastic surgery is very common in Korea and plastic surgeons in Seoul are well-known for their expertise. Korean doctors provide world-class plastic surgery services. Korea has the most impressive reputation for cosmetic surgery services, such as ophthalmoplasty, rhinoplasty, and rhytidoplasty in Asia, which attracts many patients from other Asian countries including Japan and China. |
| Dental Care |
| Dental hospitals and clinics in Korea provide high-quality dental care services, including implants, prosthesis, whitening, and orthodontics with distinguished dentists, techniques and dental equipment. |
| Ophthalmology |
| Korean ophthalmology has made great advancements in relatively underdeveloped areas such as angle-closure glaucoma, thus contributing to elevating Korea’s status in the international medical society. With specialists who have extensive clinical experience, proven high-tech medical equipment and technologies, precise diagnosis, post-operation treatment, post-operation patient management programs, and great facilities and environment comparable to hotel services, Korean ophthalmology provides high-quality medical service. |
| Korean Traditional Medicine |
| Korean traditional medicine has built its reputation throughout Korean history on the uniqueness of its holistic approach. The whole world can benefit from its comprehensive and integrated care for wellness, as well as preventative treatments for incurable diseases. |
| Other Major Specialties |
| World-acclaimed organ transplants have been successfully carried out in Korea.
Cancer treatments are carried out by highly skilled medical professional teams dedicated solely to treating and curing cancer. "Higher volumes, better outcomes" is true in these healthcare services. The Korean cure rates for stomach cancer, liver cancer and uterine and cervical cancers are notable. Nuclear medicine and radiotherapy techniques using superb equipment such as the proton accelerator, thermotherapy, and the cyber knife are among the best in the world.
For foreigners, visiting a university hospital or a hospital of a certain size will be beneficial as smaller hospitals may not have English-speaking doctors. You will be provided with an interpreter or English-speaking doctor upon your request. There is currently a hospital for foreigners in Garibong-dong, and a new one is set to open in In-Cheon, Song-Do. |
Pharmacies |
| Pharmacies are easy to find almost everywhere in Korea, and most medication that is out on the market is available. Most pharmacists are able to understand basic English, and medicine requiring complicated explanations are mostly prescribed, so it is advised for you to visit a hospital and consult a doctor for medication. |
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Insurance |
| According to the National Health Insurance Corporation, a person with a student visa(D-2) and Professors(E-1) are eligible for the National Health Insurance. The necessary documents to apply for coverage include your Alien Registration Card, documents proving purpose of stay, and proof of your income, if any. |
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