Frequently Asked Questions

Questions About

Popular Procedures

Our Patients Are Asking

Common procedures include rhinoplasty (nose job), blepharoplasty (double eyelid surgery), face lifts, non-invasive anti-aging procedures, breast augmentation, liposuction, jaw reduction surgery, and various skin treatments.

Yes, South Korea is known for its high standards of medical care and safety. However, it is important to choose a reputable clinic and experienced surgeon to ensure the best outcomes.

Yes, many patients combine their medical procedures with sightseeing and exploring South Korea. However, it is important to prioritize recovery and follow your surgeon’s advice regarding post-operative activities.

About Our

Services

STEP 1

Online Consultation

The fastest way to get an online consultation is by submitting our online consultation request form on our website. You can get the online consultation FREE of charge. We will give you the price details and suggestions on what surgery you should get.

You can also get an online consultation through our official WhatsApp number. We are reachable 24/7 for consultation and patient assistance.

You can also have an online consultation by sending a message from our official Facebook page or clicking our message button on the bottom right of our website.

You can also reach us by calling our official phone number +1 888-453-9256 (USA).

You can also book a video consultation by making a prior appointment with our consultation team.

STEP 2

Confirmation

Clinics in Korea typically require a 10% deposit to secure the doctor’s schedule, confirm your procedure’s booking, and lock in the price.

Deposit is paid to secure the procedure slot in the clinic, so we follow each clinic’s policies for deposits. Typically, clinics accept international bank transfers or PayPal. Some clinics also provide credit card payment options. If a clinic does not offer international payment methods, Shin Medical can assist with PayPal payments and help you complete the transaction to the clinic.

We follow the clinic’s refund policy for no-show or procedure deposits. In any case where additional service fees are requested from Shin Medical, please refer to our refund and cancellation policy below:

More than 30 days before treatment day – 100% refundable
Greater than 14 days to 30 days before treatment day – 50% refundable
Less than 14 days before treatment day – non-refundable

For more details, please contact us to inquire about our refund and cancellation policy.

STEP 3

Procedure

Let us know your likely travel schedule and preferred surgery date, we will arrange your surgery for you.

Once you come to Korea, our pick-up service will be there for you at the airport. For the latest visa information, please refer to K-ETA website.

Yes, we do. Shin Medical specializes in facilitating almost all medical procedures. Try our free consultation to get started.

STEP 4

Shin Medical Service

Shin Medical is free for patients because clinics cover the costs of our services, which includes patient communication and logistical support.

We solve the complexities of managing international patients for clinics, making their operations easier and smoother. Clinics pay for our services because we handle patient communication and logistical support, overcoming language and cultural barriers in Korea. This allows clinics to focus on providing high-quality medical services with clear and accurate communication.

You can learn about our services here.

Of course, in Korea, most clinics offer post-op assistance with or without extra charge depending on the post-operational treatments. We will attend every appointment you see the doctor, to make sure you will have a smooth in-clinic experience.

We are able to help with finding hotels, booking airport pick-up and drop-off, in-city taxi bookings, etc; however, many of our patients prefer booking flights and hotels on their own.

Of course, we will be with you for every appointment you need medical communication, to make sure everything is clearly communicated, and to make sure you have a smooth in-clinic experience.

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Why South Korea

Top Travel Reasons

It is well known that South Korea has one of the most challenging and competitive education systems in the world. Consequently, only the best and brightest students make it into the medical profession; most go on to become members of an American Medical Association.

In South Korea, nearly every doctor is specialized in their given field due to government regulations. This helps facilitate superb care compared to other developed countries.

South Korea boasts some of the most state-of-the-art medical facilities in the world. For example, South Korea is ranked third for availability of high-end medical equipment in the OECD. That is better than the USA, Switzerland and Australia! This, in combination with the government’s strict regulation of hospitals, ensures that South Korea’s medical facilities are some of the best in the world.

Type ‘Plastic surgery capital of the world’ into Google, and you won’t be shocked to find nearly every article pointing to South Korea. South Korea has the world’s highest plastic surgery per capita! Nearly a quarter of the South Korean population has had some sort of procedure, demonstrating the overall trust in the plastic surgery capability of South Korea.

While medical services in South Korea remain top class, the prices are around 20% off that compared to other first-world countries. Due to a strong infrastructure and healthy economy, South Korea is capable of providing world-class medical care at affordable prices. This is due to the hyper-competitive medical market of South Korea. When so many world-class doctors are competing for business, prices are reasonable while the quality remains the best!

South Korea is recognized for its advanced medical technology and quality healthcare services, but whether it is a better medical tourism destination than Turkey or Thailand depends on individual needs, treatment specifics, and cost considerations.

In addition to receiving medical treatment, you can explore South Korea’s rich cultural heritage, visit historical sites like Gyeongbokgung Palace, shop in vibrant districts like Myeongdong, enjoy nature at places like Namsan Tower and Jeju Island, and savor delicious Korean cuisine. South Korea is very beautiful especially during spring and fall. We recommend this website for itinerary advice!

Many hospitals and clinics in South Korea have English-speaking staff or try to provide translation services to assist international patients, so the language barrier is usually manageable compare to 10 years ago. However compare to other countries, it is less common for Koreans to speak English naturally, as almost 99% of populations in Korea is Korean who are speaking Korean primarily.

Coverage depends on your insurance policy and procedures you are getting; for example, some international insurance plans may cover treatments abroad, some insurance plans only cover medical treatment but not aesthetic treatment. So it’s essential to check with your insurance provider beforehand. If you need documents from a clinic, please feel free to ask them. Many clinics in Korea provide necessary documents you need with very little charge or even free-of-charge depending on situation.

Many patients do not require a visa, but depending on your nationality, you may need a medical visa (C-3-3) to enter South Korea for medical treatment. it’s recommended to do the research online or reach out to South Korean embassy in your country to inquire about the latest visa information. For the latest visa information, please refer to K-ETA website.

SURGERIES
Cosmetic surgeries in South Korea in 2019

COUNTRIES
Countries with visitors to South Korea for medical tourism

PATIENTS
Medical tourist travellers to South Korea in 2023