Samsung Medical Center
Samsung Medical Center — ranked 3rd worldwide in oncology. A MEDIWIN partner hospital under a formal patient-referral agreement.
Korea’s university hospitals are where serious conditions are treated. They combine outpatient specialist clinics, advanced diagnostics, intensive care, inpatient wards and surgical theatres in one institution, with multidisciplinary teams that review complex cases together.
In Newsweek’s World’s Best Specialized Hospitals 2026, three of the world’s top ten oncology hospitals are in Seoul — Samsung Medical Center (3rd), Asan Medical Center (4th) and Seoul National University Hospital (8th). Asan Medical Center also placed in the global top ten across six of the twelve specialties assessed.
MEDIWIN holds formal patient-referral agreements with Samsung Medical Center, Asan Medical Center and Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital. These hospitals are difficult for an overseas patient to approach on their own — and they do not enter referral agreements with unregistered brokers. MEDIWIN submits your records, matches the case to the right department and specialist, books the appointment through the hospital’s international healthcare centre, and arranges visa documentation and interpretation.
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Internal Medicine is a medical specialty focused on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of adult diseases affecting internal organs. This includes comprehensive care for complex, chronic, and multi-system conditions.
These services provide holistic management of adult health through accurate diagnosis and evidence-based treatment. Internal medicine addresses concerns such as diabetes, hypertension, respiratory diseases, digestive disorders, and infectious diseases.
Comprehensive diagnosis, Chronic disease management, Medication therapy, Health screening, Specialist referral coordination
Pediatrics is a medical specialty focused on the health and medical care of infants, children, and adolescents. This includes preventive care, developmental monitoring, and treatment of childhood diseases and conditions.
These services ensure healthy growth and development from birth through adolescence. Pediatrics addresses concerns such as childhood infections, growth disorders, developmental delays, allergies, and congenital conditions.
Well-child checkups, Vaccination, Developmental assessment, Pediatric emergency care, Childhood disease treatment
Orthopedics is a medical specialty focused on the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal conditions affecting bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, and tendons. This includes both surgical and non-surgical approaches to restore mobility and function.
These procedures repair and strengthen the musculoskeletal system to improve movement and quality of life. Orthopedics addresses concerns such as fractures, arthritis, sports injuries, spine disorders, and joint degeneration.
Joint replacement, Fracture fixation, Arthroscopic surgery, Spine surgery, Sports injury repair
Neurology & Neurosurgery is a medical specialty focused on disorders of the brain, spinal cord, and nervous system. This includes medical management of neurological conditions and surgical treatment of brain and spine disorders.
These services diagnose and treat complex conditions affecting the nervous system. Neurology & neurosurgery addresses concerns such as stroke, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, brain tumors, and spinal cord injuries.
Brain tumor surgery, Stroke treatment, Epilepsy management, Deep brain stimulation, Spinal cord surgery
Oncology is a medical specialty dedicated to the diagnosis, treatment, and management of cancer. This includes chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, and coordinated multidisciplinary care for all types of cancer.
These services provide comprehensive cancer care from diagnosis through survivorship. Oncology addresses concerns such as solid tumors, blood cancers, metastatic disease, and cancer prevention.
Chemotherapy, Immunotherapy, Targeted therapy, Cancer staging, Multidisciplinary tumor board consultation
Rehabilitation Medicine is a medical specialty focused on restoring function and improving quality of life for patients with physical impairments or disabilities. This includes comprehensive rehabilitation programs combining physical therapy, occupational therapy, and specialized medical care.
These services help patients recover from illness, injury, or surgery to regain maximum independence. Rehabilitation medicine addresses concerns such as post-stroke recovery, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and post-surgical rehabilitation.
Physical therapy, Occupational therapy, Speech therapy, Pain management, Functional assessment
Samsung Medical Center — ranked 3rd worldwide in oncology. A MEDIWIN partner hospital under a formal patient-referral agreement.
General hospital
General hospital
Women’s health, General hospital
General hospitals offer comprehensive medical services across multiple departments, including emergency care, surgery, and inpatient treatment. Specialized clinics focus on specific areas such as dermatology or dental care. For complex conditions requiring multidisciplinary care or hospitalization, a general hospital is recommended.
Yes, major general hospitals in Korea have dedicated international patient centers that assist with admission, treatment coordination, interpretation, and insurance documentation. Many hospitals offer private rooms and VIP services for international patients seeking inpatient care.
If you’re unsure which department to visit, start with Internal Medicine for general health concerns or contact the hospital’s international patient center for guidance. They can review your symptoms and medical records to direct you to the appropriate specialist.
Korea is recognized globally for advanced cancer treatment, offering the latest chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and precision medicine. Multidisciplinary tumor boards coordinate personalized treatment plans, and Korea has high survival rates for many cancer types.
Yes, many international patients visit Korean hospitals for second opinions on complex diagnoses or treatment plans. Hospitals can review your existing medical records, imaging, and pathology slides to provide expert consultations and alternative treatment recommendations.
Important. MEDIWIN provides this service to patients residing outside Korea only. It is not offered to residents of Korea. MEDIWIN is a medical tourism facilitator, not a medical provider: every clinical opinion, diagnosis and treatment decision is made and issued by a licensed physician at the treating hospital. MEDIWIN translates and delivers your records to that hospital and delivers the hospital’s response back to you. It does not write, alter, summarise or interpret any medical opinion.
How to apply to our partner university hospitals: Asan Medical Center · Samsung Medical Center · Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital.