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Obesity treatment in Seoul: Best Hospitals and Costs 2024

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Obesity Treatment Overview in Republic of Korea

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What's the Cost of Obesity Diagnostic and Treatment Procedures in Republic of Korea?

The average price for Obesity diagnostic and treatment in Seoul is $11284, the minimum price is $50, and the maximum price is $25000.
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Gastric balloon from $1616 from $4470 from $6500
Gastric bypass from $3365 from $6050 from $10000
Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy) from $2756 from $4500 from $14000
ECG from $34 --
Gastric band from $1500 from $4500 from $5200
Bariatric Surgery Consultation from $4800 from $103 -
Genetic screening from $900 --
Blood test for hormonal profile from $200 --
Da Vinci Gastric Sleeve Surgery from $7606 --
Biliopancreatic diversion from $4790 from $5500 -
Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG) ---
Da Vinci Gastric Bypass Surgery from $10648 --
The total cost is calculated individually. It may range depending on your medical issue, doctor's qualification, procedure complexity and related complications (if they occur). You’ll get the exact price for a plastic surgery procedure after a consultation with a doctor.
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Best Obesity Hospitals in Seoul: 4 Verified Options and Prices
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Samsung Medical Center
Republic of Korea, Seoul
4.5
Excellent
• 22 reviews
  • Awarded Top Medical Center 12 times consecutively, recognized for exceptional quality in obesity treatment.
  • Over 45,000 surgeries annually, showcasing vast experience in various medical procedures including obesity-related operations.
  • Accredited by the International Organization for Standardization and Korean Institute for Healthcare Accreditation, ensuring high standards in healthcare.
  • Obesity treatments include advanced surgical options like gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy.
  • Access to cutting-edge diagnostic tools such as electronic medical records and real-time imaging systems for precise obesity management.
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accreditations:

International Organization for Standardization certificate for Samsung Medical Center
Korean Institute for Healthcare Accreditation certificate for Samsung Medical Center
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Samsung Medical Center
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Samsung Medical Center
World's Best Hospitals 2022 by Newsweek certificate for Samsung Medical Center
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2023 by Newsweek certificate for Samsung Medical Center
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Шоира • Feb 13, 2020
Were in consultation with specialists, pleased with the result
4.5
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Seoul National University Bundang Hospital (SNUBH)
Republic of Korea, Seoul
4.8
Excellent
• 5 reviews
  • Recognized by Newsweek as one of the World's Best Hospitals and Smart Hospitals, ensuring expertise in obesity treatment.
  • Offers a range of obesity surgeries such as gastric bypass, gastric sleeve surgery, and biliopancreatic diversion.
  • 1,500,000 patients treated annually, demonstrating significant experience and patient trust.
  • Equipped with the BESTcare system to enhance treatment accuracy and safety.
  • Provides comprehensive international patient services, including language assistance and free airport transfers.
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accreditations:

Global Healthcare Accreditation Program certificate for Seoul National University Bundang Hospital (SNUBH)
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Seoul National University Bundang Hospital (SNUBH)
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2023 by Newsweek certificate for Seoul National University Bundang Hospital (SNUBH)
Phuoc Le • Dec 9, 2023
It is great with services, from support team of bookimed and hospital. They replied fast, very supportive. Doctor is experienced. Hospital is clean, modern. Price is good.
4.8
5 reviews
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Da Vinci Gastric Sleeve Surgery $20000 - $25000
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Severance Hospital
Republic of Korea, Seoul
4.5
Excellent
• 42 reviews
  • Accredited by JCI and recognized by Newsweek as one of the World's Best Hospitals and Smart Hospitals in 2021 and 2023.
  • Offers a wide range of obesity treatments, including gastric bypass, gastric band, sleeve gastrectomy, and biliopancreatic diversion.
  • Performs 40,000 operations annually, with 4,000 automated surgeries over six years, reflecting extensive surgical expertise.
  • 1,300 doctors, including 395 professors, ensure expert care across various specialties, including obesity treatment.
  • Has a capacity of 2,000 hospital beds, facilitating comprehensive inpatient care for obesity and related health issues.
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accreditations:

Joint Commission International  certificate for Severance Hospital
Korean Institute for Healthcare Accreditation certificate for Severance Hospital
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Severance Hospital
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Severance Hospital
World's Best Hospitals 2022 by Newsweek certificate for Severance Hospital
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2023 by Newsweek certificate for Severance Hospital
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Юлия • Jun 1, 2019
Mom is very satisfied, the service is top notch, professors, doctors and consultants are professionals! Thank. Six months later we are planning a visit to Korea, we will contact you again!
4.5
42 reviews
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Bariatric Surgery Consultation $50 - $85
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Soon Chun Hyang University Hospital
Republic of Korea, Seoul
5
Excellent
• 2 reviews
  • Recognized as one of the World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek, showing expertise in obesity treatment.
  • Offers gastric bypass and gastric sleeve surgery, effective solutions for obesity management.
  • International department caters to over 15,000 patients worldwide annually, ensuring comprehensive care.
  • Equipped with latest technologies like PET-CT and 3.0T MRI for precise diagnosis and treatment planning.
  • Staff includes over 130 highly skilled doctors and professors, providing specialized care for obesity patients.
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World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Soon Chun Hyang University Hospital
TATYANA SHELUDKO • Jun 12, 2018
The clinic meets all the stated criteria of the service. Efficiency in servicing and reliability of diagnoses at the highest level. A very good option for passing the narrow specialists and the entire diagnostics in general.
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Park Jungwon
Republic of Korea, Seoul
Park Jungwon
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Gynecologist Dr. Park Jung-won  Current representative doctor of the Sinsoe Women’s ClinicCurrent representative manager of Cell Institute LifeCell-Bio Adjunct Professor of the Hanyang University of Medicine, part of Ob-gynAdjunct Professor of the Sungkyunkwan University of Medicine, part of Ob-gynAdjunct Professor of the Soonchunhyang University of Medicine, part of Ob-gynDirector of Public Relations, Korean Society of Focused Ultrasound MedicineExecutive Director of the Korean Ob-gyn Medical Society Academic Director of the Korean Aesthetic Surgery AssociationConsultant of the Chinese My Like Hospital GroupOfficially designated by WAAPX, the world's leading physician education organizationRegular Member of the Korean Ob-gyn AssociationRegular Member of the Korean Aesthetic Surgery AssociationRegular Member of the Perineoplasty AssociationRegular Member of the Korean Ob-gyn Ultrasound Association
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