Samsung Medical Center
The cost of nephrectomy in South Korea typically ranges from $9,000 to $14,500. Prices vary depending on the type of nephrectomy (partial or radical), the hospital, the surgeon’s experience, and whether the procedure is performed laparoscopically or with robotic assistance. In the United States, the average cost is $50,000 (per AUA). This means nephrectomy in South Korea can be about 77% less than in the U.S.
Korean hospitals usually include pre-op evaluations, anesthesia, the surgery itself, hospital stay (typically 3–7 days), standard medications, and follow-up visits in their packages. In the U.S., the listed price often covers only the surgeon’s fee, with anesthesia, hospitalization, and post-op care billed separately. Always confirm exactly what’s included with your chosen clinic.
Why choose the Republic of Korea for nephrectomy?
Access advanced Nephrectomy solutions in trusted clinics .
| Republic of Korea | Turchia | Austria | |
| Nephrectomy | da $9,000 | da $10,000 | da $22,000 |
| Nephrectomy with Da Vinci Robot | da $16,000 | da $10,000 | da $16,000 |
| Kidney-sparing surgery | - | da $9,000 | da $20,000 |
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Over 20 years of experience specializing in complex gynecologic surgeries including nephrectomy, Dr. Kang is an adjunct professor at Samsung Medical Center.
Head of Samsung Department of Urology – Dr. Choi specializes in urologic oncology with a focus on nephrectomy.
Prof. Hyun Moo Lee specializes in pediatric surgery and GI tract disorders with 18+ years of experience at Samsung Medical Center.
Specialist in laparoscopic and robotic nephrectomies – Koon Ho Rha combines precision with minimally invasive techniques at Severance Hospital.
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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