Hanyang University International Hospital Awarded Presidential Commendation at Medical Korea 2026

[Medical Newspaper / Daily Bosa = Reporter Seung-deok Lee]

Hanyang University International Hospital (Director: Lim Young-hyo) announced that it received the Presidential Commendation at the “Medical Korea 2026” Global Healthcare Merit Awards Ceremony, held on the 19th at the COEX ASEM Ballroom in Seoul and hosted by the Ministry of Health and Welfare and the Korea Health Industry Development Institute.

(From left) Kim Hong-kwon, Head of the International Administration Support Team at Hanyang University International Hospital; Jeong Eun-kyeong, Minister of Health and Welfare; Lim Young-hyo, Director of Hanyang University International Hospital / Photo courtesy of Hanyang University Hospital

The “Global Healthcare Merit Awards” is the highest-level government recognition presented to institutions and individuals who have contributed to the development of the global healthcare industry, including attracting international patients, expanding overseas medical services, and strengthening international medical cooperation.

Now in its 16th year, Medical Korea 2026 is considered one of Korea’s leading global healthcare events. Under the theme “AI-driven personalized healthcare becomes a part of everyday life,” the event features a variety of programs such as forums, exhibitions, and business meetings.

Since its establishment in 2003, Hanyang University International Hospital has accumulated over 20 years of experience in international medical services. In particular, it has achieved world-class results in areas such as ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease) cell therapy and personalized treatment. Through these efforts, the hospital has contributed to enhancing Korea’s medical competitiveness by promoting the country’s advanced medical technology and reliability in the global market.

In addition, the hospital has played a pivotal role in expanding the global presence of Korean healthcare by establishing dedicated medical systems for international patients, strengthening global medical networks, and promoting international medical cooperation.

Director Lim Young-hyo stated, “This award is the result of the dedication of all our staff who have worked to promote the value of Korean healthcare worldwide since the hospital’s establishment. We will continue to advance AI-based personalized medical services and contribute to strengthening Korea’s global medical competitiveness as a trusted healthcare provider for international patients.”