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why korea?

Choosing the destination for your medical travel, why Korea?

We provide the most advanced healthcare services that you can trust and rely on.

  • Korea, the leading healthcare country in Asia
    • In Asia, Korea is one of the most advanced country in healthcare.
    • Our number of international scientific publication in medical sciences has been outstanding.
    • Korea executes the largest number of clinical trials around the globe. In 2007, Pfizer announced to invest 3 million dollar in Korea for its clinical trials.
    • Numerous international community services are performed, including the medical training program for medical doctors in developing countries and operating projects to help those countries build medical facilities with ODA funds.
    • It is our belief that Korea is responsible to serve international patients who are looking for better services at an affordable cost.
  • The most reliable and the most advanced healthcare services
    • Korea provides a world-class healthcare services accompanied by highly advanced facilities and cutting-edge technology.
    • The quality of care provided in Korea is managed by the government through hospital accreditation and strict evaluation program.
    • All hospitals in Korea are not-for-profit organizations. Therefore, patient safety and satisfaction comes first instead of profitability.
    • Korean physicians, medical specialists and surgeons are well-respected amongst international medical societies.
  • Affordable prices
    • The overall price is 20~30% of the cost in the US.
    • Less expensive than international hospital in China and Similar to the price of private hospital in Singapore
    • The quality of care provided exceeds the cost.
  • Easy Accessibility
    • Geopolitically, Korea is easy to travel anywhere in the world.
    • It is less than 8 hours flight distance from China, Japan, Russia, East European Countries, Middle East Countries, and Southeast Asian countries.
    • Direct flights are available from major cities in North America and Europe.
    • Waiting time is no longer than 2 weeks.

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