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The cost of breast cancer surgery in South Korea typically ranges from $3,200 to $13,000. Prices vary depending on the hospital, the surgeon’s experience, the type of surgery (lumpectomy, mastectomy, or reconstruction), and any additional treatments required. In the United States, the average cost is $45,000 (per ASCO). This means breast cancer surgery in South Korea is about 82% less expensive than in the U.S.
South Korean clinics usually include the initial consultation, pre-op blood tests, post-op medication, follow-up visits, English-speaking staff, personalized treatment plans, post-op care instructions, meals during clinic visits, and 24/7 patient support. In the U.S., the base price often covers only the surgery itself, with extra fees for anesthesia, hospital stay, medications, and follow-ups. Always confirm what’s included at your chosen clinic.
Why choose the Republic of Korea for breast cancer surgery?
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| Republic of Korea | Turchia | Austria | |
| Breast cancer surgery | da $3,163 | da $6,010 | da $15,000 |
| Lumpectomy | da $7,287 | da $2,700 | da $8,500 |
| Intrabeam | - | da $4,000 | - |
| Gland therapy for breast cancer | - | da $9,000 | - |
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Fahad MawloodBookimed non aggiunge costi extra ai prezzi di Breast cancer surgery. Le tariffe provengono dai listini ufficiali delle cliniche. Pagherai direttamente in clinica per la tua Breast cancer surgery al tuo arrivo.
Bookimed si impegna per la tua sicurezza. Lavoriamo solo con strutture che mantengono elevati standard internazionali in Breast cancer surgery e hanno le licenze necessarie per servire pazienti internazionali in tutto il mondo.
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Day 1 - Arrival
Day 2 - Pre-operation
Day 3 - Surgery
Day 4 - Post-operation
Day 5-7
Week 1-2 - Rehabilitation
Week 3-4
Week 6
Please note that this is a general guideline and individual cases may vary.
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Head of Breast & Thyroid Surgery at Naeun Hospital – Dr. Lee specializes in breast cancer surgery with extensive experience in complex cases.
First in South Korea to perform breast-conserving surgery – Dr. Paik pioneered this technique in 1986. Heads Ewha Womans University Cancer Center.
Professor Hyung Seok Park brings specialized expertise in breast cancer treatment from Yonsei University and international research experience in oncology.
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 |
Healthcare is the key development sector of the Korean government. The Korean authorities are convinced that care for the citizens' health should be an absolute priority of state policy and spend about 1 billion a year for medical tourists attraction.
According to Mark Britnell, hospitals dominate the health system. 94% of hospitals are privately owned.
In South Korea, hotels of different price ranges and service levels are presented. Most tourists choose 4 and 5 star hotels with all-inclusive meals. Such hotels have everything for a comfortable stay: varied food, a large well-groomed territory, animation for children and adults. Some hotels have their own water park, which guests can use for free. Budget travelers can afford to book an economical 3-star hotel with half board or no meals at all.
Today, South Korea has visa-free agreements with 112 states. None visa is required for stays under 90 days or less. To stay longer in this country, you need a visa. What states need a visa for treatment in South Korea and what countries can cross the border free and easy read here.
Visas for travel to South Korea require a number of documents. The necessary papers can be submitted 90 days before the planned departure. Lists of documents includes:
According to ASPS statistics, 17.7 mln cosmetic surgeries and 5.8 mln reconstructive procedures have been performed in 2018. Among cosmetic procedures the most popular are:
Tumor removal, laceration repair, maxillofacial surgery, scar revision, hand surgery are the most common operations in the context of reconstructive surgery.