Kang Dong Hospital
The cost of foraminotomy in South Korea typically ranges from $11,000 to $13,200. Prices can vary based on the hospital, the neurosurgeon’s experience, the type of anesthesia, and whether the surgery is performed as an open or minimally invasive procedure. In the United States, the average cost is $27,500 (per AANS). Foraminotomy in South Korea is generally about 56% less than in the U.S.
South Korean packages usually cover pre-op imaging (MRI or CT), the surgeon’s and anesthesiologist’s fees, operating room charges, hospital stay, post-op medications, and follow-up visits. In the U.S., many of these are billed separately—especially imaging, anesthesia, and follow-up care. Always confirm which services are included with your chosen clinic.
Why do patients choose the Republic of Korea for foraminotomy?
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| Republic of Korea | Turchia | Austria | |
| Foraminotomy | da $11,000 | da $1,690 | da $12,000 |
| Kyphoplasty | - | da $7,000 | da $8,500 |
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Day 1: Arrival
Day 2-3: Pre-Operation
Day 4: Surgery
Day 5-7: Post-Operation
Week 1-4: Rehabilitation
Week 4-8: Rehabilitation Continued
Please note that this is a general timeline and individual experiences may vary.
Prof. Jang specializes in microscopic spinal surgery and has published research on foraminal and extraforaminal lumbar disc herniation.
Introduced anterior cervical foraminotomy to Korea first – Jaehyeon Lim specializes in minimally invasive spinal procedures at Nanoori Hospital.
Dr. Kim specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery, including foraminotomy, with extensive training in Germany and Korea.
Prof. Heo is a leading neurologist in South Korea specializing in epilepsy treatment. He is the head of the Neurology Department at Yonsei Severance Hospital and a graduate of Yonsei University College of Medicine. He is a member of The Korean Epilepsy Society, The Korean Neurological Association, and The Korea Medical Association.
Currency | South Korean Won (you also can pay for services in dollars) |
Best period for the trip | April, May & June or September, October & November. |
Language | Korean (most of medical staff speaks English fluently) |
Visa | none required for stays under 90 days or less |
Time difference with Europe | 9 hours |
Time difference with the USA | 9 hours |
Capital | Seoul |
Medical tourism center | Seoul |
Popular resorts | Gangwon-do, Gyeongju, Boseong, Jeju |
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