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The final price depends on the clinic tier, city, and the complexity of the patient case. In the US, similar procedures cost around _price_compare_US_average_ on average. Patients save around _price_percent_discount_% by choosing South Korean medical centers. This cost generally includes robotic surgical fees, anesthesia, and several days of hospital stay.</p>\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Robotic-assisted technology:</strong> Typically adds a premium over standard laparoscopic methods due to advanced surgical precision.</li>\n<li><strong>Medical hub location:</strong> Major centers in Seoul often feature higher rates than hospitals in Incheon.</li>\n<li><strong>Facility accreditation:</strong> JCI-accredited hospitals may charge more for specialized international patient departments and multidisciplinary care.</li>\n<li><strong>Pre-operative diagnostics:</strong> Comprehensive blood tests, gastroscopy, and specialist consultations are usually bundled into the total.</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p><strong>Bookimed Expert Insight:</strong> Choosing a digital-first hospital like Seoul National University Bundang Hospital (SNUBH) offers exceptional value. Their BESTcare system significantly reduces medical errors, which is vital for complex robotic surgeries. Some Seoul clinics, such as Ewha Womans University Medical Center, focus on minimizing visible scars. Many top-tier hospitals are recognized by Newsweek as the world's best, ensuring high-standard outcomes for the price.</p>","faq":[{"q":"Do I need a visa to South Korea?","a":"<p><span style=\"background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(51,51,51);\">Today, South Korea has visa-free agreements with </span><a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Visa_policy_of_South_Korea#Visa-free_entry\"><u>112 states</u></a><span style=\"background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(51,51,51);\">. 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 </span><a href=\"https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/SouthKorea.html\"><u>here</u></a><span style=\"background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(51,51,51);\">.</span></p>"},{"q":"What is the level of medicine in South Korea?","a":"<p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">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 <a href=\"https://www.imtj.com/country/KR/#horizontalTab5\"><u>1 billion a year</u></a> for medical tourists attraction.</p><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">According to <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Healthcare_in_South_Korea\"><u>Mark Britnell</u></a>, hospitals dominate the health system. 94% of hospitals are privately owned.</p>"},{"q":"What are the most popular plastic surgery procedures?","a":"<p>According to <a href=\"https://www.plasticsurgery.org/documents/News/Statistics/2018/plastic-surgery-statistics-full-report-2018.pdf\">ASPS</a> statistics, 17.7 mln cosmetic surgeries and 5.8 mln reconstructive procedures have been performed in 2018. Among cosmetic procedures the most popular are:</p><ul><li>breast augmentation</li><li>liposuction</li><li>rhinoplasty (nose job)</li><li>eyelid surgery</li><li>tummy tuck.</li></ul><p>Tumor removal, laceration repair, maxillofacial surgery, scar revision, hand surgery are the most common operations in the context of reconstructive surgery.</p>"},{"q":"What documents are required to apply for a visa to South Korea for treatment?","a":"<p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Visas for travel to South Korea require a <a href=\"https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/SouthKorea.html\"><u>number of documents</u></a>. The necessary papers can be submitted 90 days before the planned departure. Lists of documents includes:</p><ul><li>ID card</li><li>confirmation of online registration and filling out the questionnaire</li><li>certificate of income and availability of funds</li><li>insurance policy for a stay in South Korea (original and copy)</li><li>2 photos (5x6)</li><li>visa receipt</li><li>booking of flight and hotel</li><li>medical opinion about the need for treatment.</li></ul>"},{"q":"What should you know about South Korea before the trip?","a":"<figure class=\"table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Currency</p></td><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">South Korean Won (you also can pay for services in dollars)</p></td></tr><tr><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Best period for the trip</p></td><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">April, May &amp; June or September, October &amp; November.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Language</p></td><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Korean (most of medical staff speaks English fluently)</p></td></tr><tr><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Visa</p></td><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">none required for stays under 90 days or less</p></td></tr><tr><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Time difference with Europe</p></td><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">9 hours</p></td></tr><tr><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Time difference with the USA</p></td><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">9 hours</p></td></tr><tr><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Capital</p></td><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Seoul</p></td></tr><tr><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Medical tourism center</p></td><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Seoul</p></td></tr><tr><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Popular resorts</p></td><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Gangwon-do, Gyeongju, Boseong, Jeju</p></td></tr></tbody></table></figure>"},{"q":"What hotel services are provided here?","a":"<p><span style=\"background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(51,51,51);\">In South Korea, </span><a href=\"https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotels-g294197-zff12-Seoul-Hotels.html\"><u>hotels of different</u></a><span style=\"background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(51,51,51);\"> 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.</span></p>"}],"h2":[{"text":"Яка вартість рукавної резекції шлунка роботом Да Вінчі в Південній Кореї?","kind":"content"},{"text":"Переваги та гарантії Bookimed","kind":"content"},{"text":"Ваш особистий лікар-координатор Bookimed","kind":"content"},{"text":"Дізнайтеся про найкращі клініки з рукавної резекції шлунка роботом Да Вінчі у Південній Кореї: 3 перевірені клініки та ціни","kind":"content"},{"text":"Огляд процедури Рукавна резекція шлунка роботом Да Вінчі в Південній Кореї","kind":"content"},{"text":"Отримайте медичну консультацію щодо рукавної резекції шлунка роботом Да Вінчі в Південній Кореї: Обирайте серед найкращих фахівців у галузі","kind":"content"},{"text":"Відгуки про Bookimed: дізнайтеся про реальний досвід пацієнтів","kind":"content"},{"text":"Поділитися цим контентом","kind":"content"},{"text":"Відеоісторії пацієнтів Bookimed","kind":"content"},{"text":"FAQ з рукавної резекції шлунка роботом да вінчі в Південній Кореї","kind":"content"},{"text":"Отримати безкоштовну консультацію","kind":"content"}]},"placeholders":{"price_from":"{{price_from}}","clinics_count":"{{clinics_count}}","cities_count":"{{cities_count}}","savings_pct":"{{savings_pct}}","data_date":"{{data_date}}"},"legal":{"restricted_markets":{"status":"missing","reason":"not_collected"}},"conflicts":[]}