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Asan Medical Center Seoul

Asan Medical Center Seoul
9.80

Seoul, South Korea

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User ScoreTotal ReviewsRatingMedia FilesCertificatesFounded InBedsPatientsDepartmentsOwnershipClinical trialsAge GroupClinic TypeType of CareSizeOnline Consultations
95%4899.8/10581989271593500035 medical unitsState hospitalConduct clinical trialsKids, AdultsGeneralInpatient, OutpatientLargeYes

Overview

Size & Capacity

Large, 2,715 beds

Clinic type

General

Type of care

Inpatient, Outpatient

Age group

Kids, Adults

4.0 on Google

The data collected based on 489 patient reviews on Google

Certificates

Features & Facts

Gigant expertise confirmed by numbers
The Asan Medical Center Seoul reports a massive everyday workload, which helps their employees obtain tons of experience. During 2022, the center helped 909,113 inpatient patients and performed 69,542 surgeries.
Creates & implements high-tech medical solutions
Employees of the center constantly invent lots of medical tech. In May 2023, Professor Hoon-yong Jeong made a method of obesity treatment with photosensitizers, and the head and neck surgery guide AR app won the main award at “iF Design Awards.”
Famous and beloved hospital for a long time
The Asan Medical Center Seoul has been considered the most popular hospital among local citizens and Koreans for the past 16 years. In June of 2023, they decided to win the appreciation of other countries and established a hospital in Dubai.
Well-recognized among medical facilities worldwide
The Asan Medical Center Seoul was proclaimed the №1 in Newsweek’s “Best Hospitals Worldwide in 2022” list among Korean medical facilities and №30 among hospitals worldwide.
True experts in robotic-assisted surgeries
The Asan Medical Center Seoul owns seven robotic-assisted systems, including the latest Da Vinci X, SP, and XI. The facility's surgeons have used robots widely since 2011. In 2023, they reported 3,000 da Vinci-assisted surgeries in obstetrics and gynecology.

About the clinic

Asan Medical Center Seoul is the largest medical institution in Korea, which was opened in 1989. The total area of ​​85,000 square meters is designed for 2,715 beds and outpatient departments. Annually, doctors serve more than 935,000 patients. The medical center ranks first in the KS. SQI rating by the Korean Standards Association and the National Customer Satisfaction Index. Also, it occupies a leading position in successful liver, kidney, pancreas, and heart organ transplantation, according to KONOS, and in successful operations of the most common types of cancer in the HIRA list. In addition, the clinic received the grand prize for the KMAR global management standard. Hospitals gained worldwide recognition because of their progressive views on medicine and the use of unique cure methods. Doctors became the first to perform a living donor liver transplant using a modified graft, a double living donor liver transplant, and an exchange liver transplant. Also, due to its popularity, Asan Сlinic Seoul has successfully performed 5,000 liver transplants, 600 heart transplants, 4,000 kidney transplants, and 300 pancreas transplants as of 2015. Based on the hospital, the heart institute, considered the most experienced among Korean medical institutions, also achieved substantial success. Many surgical interventions allowed the development and publication of an improved technique for stenting the left main coronary artery in the internationally respected New England Journal of Medicine. In addition, cardiac surgeons perform the most substantial volume of percutaneous aortic valve replacement (TAVR) in Asia. Doctors also became pioneers in the country in performing mitral balloon valvuloplasty and coronary artery stenting and the first in Asia in a cardiac rehabilitation program in Asia, approved by the American Association. Korea's unique Crohn's and ulcerative colitis clinic was established in 1993, in which more than 50% of intestinal surgeries are performed using a gentle laparoscopic approach. Also, since 2007, surgeons have been using DaVinci robotic methods of surgical intervention and have the experience of conducting more than 600 successful operations per year. Asan Medical Center in Seoul treats adults' and children's most common diseases, including oncology, endocrinology, cardiology, and general surgery. Patients also have the opportunity to consult on any health issue at the outpatient level. In addition, specialists conduct various clinical studies to introduce the most effective treatment methods with gentle and individualized approaches.

Primary focus

cancer
carcinoma
liver
tumor
infection
lung
breast
transplantation
hepatocellular carcinoma
surgery
injury
breast cancer
kidney
lung cancer
children
gastric cancer
stroke
hepatitis
rectal cancer
artery
brain
escherichia
cell carcinoma
covid19
diabetes
reconstruction
inflammation
thyroid
tuberculosis
staphylococcus
metastasis
elderly
lymph node
diabetes mellitus
ischemic stroke
pneumonia
coronary artery
rectal
chemotherapy
leukemia
regurgitation
adenocarcinoma
pancreas
valve
metabolic syndrome
glaucoma
asthma
tomography
squamous cell carcinoma
gastrectomy
heart
head
angiography
arthritis
lymphoma
neck
skin
papillary thyroid carcinoma
atrial fibrillation
colon
atherosclerosis
nonalcoholic fatty liver
thyroid carcinoma
ovarian cancer
pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma
cardiopulmonary resuscitation
myocardial infarction
nerve
sepsis
ventilation

Departments & Doctors

Allergology
Dr. Kwon Hyouk-Soo, Ph.D.

allergology and internal medicine

Breast surgery
Dr. Ko Beom-Seok, Ph.D.

general and breast surgery

Cardiology
Colorectal surgery
Dr. Kim Chan-Wook, Ph.D.

general and colorectal surgery

Dentistry

Gallery

Extra services

Language Assistance
Visa Support
Telemedicine
Travel Assistance
Stay Arrangements

FAQ

Does the hospital use the DaVinci robot for prostatectomy?

Surgeons use robotic DaVinci methods, which allow them to see nerve endings at the microscopic level thanks to the 3D camera. This approach makes it possible to perform surgical interventions on the prostate without affecting potency.

Is the clinic suitable for organ transplants?

Doctors are world and state pioneers in organ transplantation, particularly liver, and heart. In addition, the clinic is one of the most famous centers and has a high success rate of donor organ engraftment compared to the average.

Does Asan Medical Center Seoul treat brain tumors?

The hospital is home to the Brain Tumor Center, one of the largest centers in Asia, and serves about 1,200 patients with all types of brain tumors every year. In addition, skull base surgery, endoscopic surgery, neuro-oncology, stereotaxic radiosurgery, and neuroendocrinology are highly effective.

Do doctors have the authority to cure children?

Pediatricians and surgeons offer a wide range of medical services to treat children from the youngest age. Also, a unique feature is cooperation with the center for fetal treatment of the department of obstetrics and gynecology and neonatal stimulation.

What is the rating of the clinic?

Asan Medical Center Seoul is rated as 9.80 by AiroMedical.

What do patients say about Asan Medical Center Seoul?

The clinic has 489 feedbacks at other places. The UserScore of the hospital is 95%.

What is the primary focus of the hospital?

The medical center is an expert at cancer, carcinoma, liver, tumor, and infection.

What is the overall experience of the facility?

Asan Medical Center Seoul has been operating since 1989. It has accumulated over 35 years of clinical background.

Where can I see the hospital's work, interior space, and exterior?

AiroMedical gallery has 5 photos related to Asan Medical Center Seoul.

Does the clinic have certification or recognition?

Yes, Asan Medical Center Seoul has been certified by 8 organizations.

What is the structure of the hospital?

Where is the clinic located?

The address of the facility is 05505, Seoul, South Korea.

Does the hospital offer online consultations?

Yes, Asan Medical Center Seoul performs virtual appointments and offers a second medical opinion service.

What age range of patients can be admitted to the clinic?

The hospital accepts patients of all ages.

What type of stay is offered at Asan Medical Center Seoul?

The clinic offers both inpatient and outpatient services, so you can be hospitalized (if indicated).

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