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Best Hospitals for Kidney cancer treatment in Republic of Korea 2024

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Kidney cancer Treatment Overview in Republic of Korea

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Step-by-Step Roadmap

Arrival

  • Transfer from airport to hotel/clinic upon arrival.
  • Completion of necessary paperwork.
  • Settling into the hotel or clinic ward.

Diagnostics

  • Initial consultation with the medical team.
  • Urine or blood test for checking kidney function.
  • Imaging tests like CT scans or ultrasound.
  • Biopsy to confirm kidney cancer diagnosis.

Treatment Plan Development

  • Discussion of diagnostic results with the medical team.
  • Development of personalized treatment plan based on diagnosis.

Treatment

  • Surgery under general anesthesia, if necessary.
  • Systemic treatment like targeted therapy or immunotherapy.
  • Radiation therapy to kill cancer cells.

Follow-up

  • Post-treatment consultation to assess recovery.
  • Regular check-ups to monitor health status.

Rehabilitation

  • Physical therapy for faster recovery.
  • Nutritional counseling to maintain healthy diet.

Please note that only a doctor can determine a diagnostic and treatment plan as each case is individual. Additionally, some patients may require other treatments like cryoablation or radiofrequency ablation. Always consult with your doctor for the best treatment options.

What patients like

  1. Kidney cancer treatment efficacy. Republic of Korea is known for its advanced medical treatments including innovative Kidney cancer treatments such as laparoscopic nephrectomy, which patients reported resulted in smooth and quick recovery.
  2. Doctor's professionalism. Patients appreciate the high professionalism of Korean doctors, their efficiency, sensitivity, and attention to patients. Doctors in Korea are often members of international medical associations, with hundreds of successful kidney cancer treatments under their belts.
  3. Cost. The Kidney cancer treatment cost in Republic of Korea varies from $3250 to $3260. Compared to countries like Israel and Europe, the cost is 3 to 4 times lower in Republic of Korea, making it a cost-effective choice for many patients.
  4. Service level. Patients report high levels of satisfaction with the service provided by the medical staff in Korea, citing their attentiveness, sensitivity, and proficiency in their roles.
  5. Logistics. Patients are grateful for the well-organized, high-level support and coordination provided by the local medical coordinators. Despite occasional language barriers, translators are provided to ensure smooth communication.

What patients don't like

  1. Language Barrier. Patients have reported difficulties in communication as a low percentage of English-speaking and Russian-speaking doctors and citizens exist in Korea.
  2. Transfer issues. Some patients have reported problems with transfers, including delays that led to missed flights, which negatively impacted their overall experience.

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

The cost of kidney cancer treatment can range from $10,100 to $14,540:

  • Turkey: CyberKnife from $6,320 to $7,580, Gamma Knife from $6,960 to $8,720, NanoKnife from $7,470 to $13,030, Nephrectomy from $15,500 to $16,500.
  • Spain: CyberKnife from $7,550 to $12,350, Gamma Knife from $11,850 to $11,750, NanoKnife from $7,200 to $17,000, Nephrectomy from $18,800 to $22,100.
  • Israel: CyberKnife from $11,100 to $18,600, Gamma Knife from $7,900 to $10,600, NanoKnife from $10,500 to $21,700.

The doctor will determine the total treatment cost based on your needs and past treatments. You may not need to redo previous tests, which could save money.

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Best Kidney cancer Treatment Centers in Republic of Korea: 10 Verified Options and Prices
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Seoul National University Bundang Hospital (SNUBH)
Republic of Korea, Seoul
4.8
Excellent
• 5 reviews
  • Ranked among the World's Best Hospitals and Smart Hospitals by Newsweek, showcasing top expertise in kidney cancer treatment.
  • Offers cutting-edge treatment options like laparoscopic nephrectomy and nephrectomy with Da Vinci Robot for effective kidney cancer care.
  • Uses an electronic BESTcare system to avoid medical errors, enhancing treatment safety and effectiveness for kidney cancer patients.
  • International patient support includes free airport transfer, language assistance, and comprehensive care coordination.
  • Highly experienced in minimally invasive techniques, ensuring reduced recovery time and minimal scarring for kidney cancer surgeries.
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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)
YANA Tkachenko • Sep 27, 2019
Good day! I would like to share my impressions of being in the clinic. Thanks to the coordinators, the staff of the international clinic center, all wishes were taken into account. Special thanks to the attending physician, the procedure was perfect, the staff is very attentive, courteous. They are located in a 5-bed room, but at the same time there is no discomfort, food can be chosen taking into account personal taste preferences (Korean, European cuisine) and at the same time satisfying and varied. I can say one thing, there is no limit to my gratitude, my recommendations to friends, acquaintances only this Clinic! The prices are reasonable.
4.8
5 reviews
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PET/CT $1600
Consultation with an oncologist $35.79 - $42.95
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Samsung Medical Center
Republic of Korea, Seoul
4.5
Excellent
• 22 reviews
doctor Choi Han Yong
Choi Han Yong

In 1999, Samsung Medical Center opened a specialized department of urology. Every year specialists of this department perform about 2,000 urologic surgeries, a third of them are robotic-assisted.

Kidney cancer treatment is controlled by chief urologist of the Clinic - professor Chio Han Yong. He started his practice in 1979 and is an acknowledged expert in the field.

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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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Anonymous • Jan 9, 2020
The staff is nice, but everything is on stream, as it does not take my problem seriously, as much as I would like! After my husband insistently said that it would be necessary to do so, so this, then after that we were heard.
4.5
22 reviews
Prices:
diagnostics treatment
Complex diagnostics of kidney $3000 - $3500
Extended analysis of blood $350 - $450
Consultation with an oncologist $55 - $65
Cryotherapy for kidney cancer $8000 - $9000
Nephrectomy with Da Vinci Robot $16000 - $23200
Nephrectomy $9000 - $10700
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Gachon University Gil  Medical Center
Highest-Rated Clinic for Kidney cancer Treatment
Republic of Korea, Incheon
4.8
Excellent
• 4 reviews
  • Recognized in Newsweek's World's Best Hospitals 2021, showcasing international standards and excellence in kidney cancer treatment.
  • Offers specialized kidney cancer treatments such as laparoscopic nephrectomy and nephrectomy, ensuring comprehensive care options.
  • Equipped with cutting-edge diagnostic tools, including 3.0T MRI and PET-CT, for precise kidney cancer diagnosis.
  • Features a dedicated Cancer Center with a team of 564 experienced physicians, enhancing treatment outcomes for kidney cancer patients.
  • Located in Incheon, providing easy access within an hour's drive from Incheon International Airport for international patients.
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accreditations:

World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Gachon University Gil  Medical Center
ZHuldiz • Apr 4, 2024
A secondary opinion was needed from Prof.
4.8
4 reviews
Prices:
diagnostics
CT (computer tomography) $500 - $700
Extended analysis of blood $500
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Severance Hospital
Republic of Korea, Seoul
4.5
Excellent
• 42 reviews
doctor Won Sik Ham
Won Sik Ham

Patients with kidney cancer are treated at the Department of Urology of Severance Hospital. Surgeries are performed by the best oncosurgeons of South Korea - professor Koon Ho Rha, doctor Won Sik Ham and others.

In 2005, Prof. Koon Ho Rha was the first in Korea who performed robotic-assisted surgery using Da Vinci System.

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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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София • Oct 7, 2019
I have breast cancer and I went through chemotherapy in Moscow. Six sessions have passed. It was very difficult to tolerate these procedures. A doctor in Kazakhstan said that this is enough, it is necessary to switch to tableted chemistry. And Moscow offered to continue doing chemotherapy. Opinions are divided. It was necessary to find a third party. I accidentally found your site on the Internet. Ekaterina Koliko wrote very quickly. The benevolence of Katyusha was immediately arranged towards her. She asked me what I would like to go to. I said that I want to go to the Severance clinic in Korea. Katyusha approved my choice. I sent all the necessary documents and Katyusha quickly redirected everything to the clinic. They began to wait for the invitation. For some reason (and for what I already knew in the clinic), there was no invitation. I am very grateful to Katyusha that she was in touch all the time, supported me, gave me hope. We arrived in Seoul in the morning, we were met by a transfer, brought to the hotel. After lunch, they were already in the clinic, I began to take tests. Constantly with me was one of the translators. Girls translators are great fellows, these are Lida, Olesya, Sofia, Tatyana, Alena. Any question could be addressed, they always prompted. They are professionals. Always with a smile, polite, with enormous patience, and most importantly, they understand that they work with a special audience, with people who did not come to rest. Someone to find out the diagnosis, and someone to do the operation. Thank you so much to the girls. The clinic was impressive. Doctors are professionals. The equipment is super. I got the opinion of a third party, it coincided with the opinion of a doctor from Kazakhstan. I was prescribed a prescription, I bought medicines at the pharmacy and started drinking on arrival home. I also want to write about Darina, who was engaged in transfer (the transfer to the clinic was very convenient and met and carried out), the selection of the hotel was also always in touch, and if I had any questions, she quickly answered them. I want to say that I am very happy for getting to know BOOKIMED, professionals really work there, and most importantly, they are not indifferent people. I am grateful to the Almighty and all who were near me. And the words of the doctor gave me inspiration and inspired great hope, for the sake of these words it was worth a long way to go. Once again, many thanks to all.
4.5
42 reviews
Prices:
diagnostics treatment
Complex diagnostics of kidney cancer $3800 - $4200
Consultation with an oncologist $60 - $100
Da Vinci Robotic System $16000 - $23000
Nephrectomy with Da Vinci Robot $23200 - $26300
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Asan Medical Center
Republic of Korea, Seoul
4.3
Good
• 6 reviews
  • Ranked among the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek from 2020 to 2023, showcasing expertise in kidney cancer treatment.
  • Offers laparoscopic nephrectomy, Da Vinci robotic nephrectomy, and CyberKnife, providing diverse options for kidney cancer surgery.
  • Specializes in targeted chemotherapy and radiation therapy for kidney cancer, minimizing side effects.
  • Equipped with advanced diagnostic tools like MRI, CT, and PET-CT for precise kidney cancer detection.
  • International patients receive personalized support through a dedicated coordinator and complimentary airport transfers.
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accreditations:

International Organization for Standardization certificate for Asan Medical Center
Korean Institute for Healthcare Accreditation certificate for Asan Medical Center
World's Best Hospitals 2020 by Newsweek certificate for Asan Medical Center
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Asan Medical Center
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Asan Medical Center
World's Best Hospitals 2022 by Newsweek certificate for Asan Medical Center
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2023 by Newsweek certificate for Asan Medical Center
+3
Donald • Sep 9, 2022
Yes. Only thing Is that I was supposed to get refund for the cancellation of dental exam and X-ray. Didn’t get it.
4.3
6 reviews
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Gangnam Severance Hospital
Republic of Korea, Seoul
4
Good
• 3 reviews
  • Recognized in Newsweek's World's Best Hospitals 2021 and 2022, showcasing its excellence in kidney cancer treatment.
  • Offers nephrectomy, including Da Vinci robotic-assisted procedures, for precise kidney cancer surgeries.
  • Tomotherapy delivers high-accuracy radiation therapy, sparing healthy cells while targeting kidney tumors.
  • JCI accreditation ensures compliance with international healthcare standards for safe and quality treatment.
  • International Healthcare Center provides support services, including coordinators and interpreters, for global patients.
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accreditations:

Joint Commission International  certificate for Gangnam Severance Hospital
Korean Institute for Healthcare Accreditation certificate for Gangnam Severance Hospital
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Gangnam Severance Hospital
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Gangnam Severance Hospital
World's Best Hospitals 2022 by Newsweek certificate for Gangnam Severance Hospital
+1
4
3 reviews
Prices:
diagnostics treatment
Complex diagnostics of kidney cancer $3000 - $4000
Nephrectomy with Da Vinci Robot $23000 - $26200
Laparoscopic nephrectomy $14200 - $17300
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Korea University Anam Hospital
Republic of Korea, Seoul
New
  • Ranked among World's Best Hospitals and Smart Hospitals by Newsweek, showcasing expertise in kidney cancer treatment.
  • Offers nephrectomy for kidney cancer, ensuring effective surgical treatment options for patients.
  • JCI accreditation confirms high-quality care standards, assuring patients of reliable treatment processes.
  • Hi-pass process enables same-day consultation, examination, and hospitalization for a swift start to treatment.
  • Precision medicine-based genetic counseling and family care programs support comprehensive post-treatment care.
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accreditations:

Joint Commission International  certificate for Korea University Anam Hospital
Korean Institute for Healthcare Accreditation certificate for Korea University Anam Hospital
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Korea University Anam Hospital
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Korea University Anam Hospital
World's Best Hospitals 2022 by Newsweek certificate for Korea University Anam Hospital
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2023 by Newsweek certificate for Korea University Anam Hospital
+2
New
Prices:
diagnostics treatment
PET/CT $1589
CT of the chest $441
Nephrectomy $16870 - $18273
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Ewha Womans University Medical Center
Most Popular Clinic for Kidney cancer Treatment
Republic of Korea, Seoul
5
Excellent
• 9 reviews
  • Ranked among the World's Best Hospitals in 2021 and 2022 by Newsweek, ensuring high-quality kidney cancer treatment.
  • Offers nephrectomy with the latest Da Vinci robot model for precise and minimally invasive kidney cancer surgery.
  • Provides comprehensive kidney cancer care, including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and radiation therapy.
  • Minimally invasive procedures through small incisions result in fewer scars, enhancing aesthetic outcomes for patients.
  • Equipped with a 128-slice PET/CT scanner, detecting tumors as small as 2 mm for early diagnosis.
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Joint Commission International  certificate for Ewha Womans University Medical Center
Korean Institute for Healthcare Accreditation certificate for Ewha Womans University Medical Center
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Ewha Womans University Medical Center
World's Best Hospitals 2022 by Newsweek certificate for Ewha Womans University Medical Center
Асель • Jan 16, 2020
Mom could not make an accurate diagnosis, and we decided to be examined in Korea. I left a request in bookimed. And what surprised immediately rang. I told you how, all the tests that were done, and I was advised by the Ehwa clinic. We immediately agreed and signed up with a mammologist. Everything is clean in the clinic, all doctors, all medical staff are qualified, and very friendly. The translator was with my mother all the time, and he explained everything very clearly. They quickly took the tests, and immediately established a diagnosis, they said it was necessary to do the operation. The operation lasted 5 hours (general preparation, etc.) after the operations in the clinic 10 days. They did everything neatly, everything had almost healed. I am satisfied with the clinic and the medical coordinators of Bookimed. Thank you all very much!
5
9 reviews
Prices:
diagnostics treatment
Biopsy $544.06 - $1073.8
CT of the chest $300.66
Consultation with an oncologist $29.35
Chemotherapy for breast cancer $2200 - $2700
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Seoul National University Hospital (SNUH)
Republic of Korea, Seoul
5
Excellent
• 1 review
  • Ranked among the World's Best Hospitals and Smart Hospitals by Newsweek, proving its excellence in kidney cancer treatment.
  • Offers a variety of kidney cancer treatments, including nephrectomy, laparoscopic nephrectomy, and Da Vinci robotic surgery.
  • High treatment success rates with innovative methods like immunotherapy and chemotherapy for kidney cancer.
  • 700 surgical operations and 600 radiosurgical procedures annually, indicating extensive experience in cancer surgeries.
  • International department provides language support in English, Chinese, Russian, and more, facilitating care for global patients.
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accreditations:

World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Seoul National University Hospital (SNUH)
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Seoul National University Hospital (SNUH)
World's Best Hospitals 2022 by Newsweek certificate for Seoul National University Hospital (SNUH)
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2023 by Newsweek certificate for Seoul National University Hospital (SNUH)
5
1 review
Prices:
diagnostics treatment
Consultation with an oncologist $42.95
Gamma Knife $15033.18 - $20760.1
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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, highlighting its excellence in medical care.
  • Offers comprehensive kidney cancer treatment options, including radiation therapy and chemotherapy.
  • Employs over 130 highly skilled doctors and professors, ensuring expert care for kidney cancer patients.
  • Utilizes cutting-edge equipment like PET-CT, 3.0T MRI, and TOMO-therapy for precise diagnosis and treatment.
  • Hosts an international department treating over 15,000 patients from 100 countries annually, demonstrating global trust.
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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.
5
2 reviews
Prices:
diagnostics
CT of the chest $500 - $750
Consultation with an oncologist $30 - $60
Histopathology revision $500 - $750
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