14 Best Clinics for Bariatric Surgery in South Korea (w/Prices)
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Gachon University Gil Medical Center

MyMeditravel Incheon, South Korea
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Bariatric Surgery
Gachon University Gil Medical Center
Gachon University Gil Medical Center
Gachon University Gil Medical Center
Gachon University Gil Medical Center
Gachon University Gil Medical Center

Bariatric Surgery at Gachon University Gil Medical Center in Incheon, South Korea

Gachon University Gil Medical Center is a multidisciplinary hospital, providing medical services at an international level and is a leading hospital in Asia.. The founder and director of the center is Lee Gil Ya, and the Center...more
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Incheon St. Mary's Hospital

MyMeditravel Incheon, South Korea
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Bariatric Surgery
Incheon St. Mary's Hospital
Incheon St. Mary's Hospital
Incheon St. Mary's Hospital
Incheon St. Mary's Hospital
Incheon St. Mary's Hospital
5.0
4 reviews

Bariatric Surgery at Incheon St. Mary's Hospital in Incheon, South Korea

It was established in 1955 and was the first general hospital in the Incheon area. It has been and still offers quality service to the people of the area and especially to the poor. The Catholic Univ. of Korea Incheon St. Mary&...more
MyMeditravel JW B, 03 July 2020
Good facilities and competent doctors. All friendly nurses are satisfied. The quality of the university hospital is very different. I look forward to further development as a representative hospital i
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Samsung Medical Center

MyMeditravel Seoul, South Korea
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Bariatric Surgery
Samsung Medical Center
Samsung Medical Center
Samsung Medical Center
Samsung Medical Center
Samsung Medical Center
4.0
4 reviews

Bariatric Surgery at Samsung Medical Center in Seoul, South Korea

Opened in 1994, The Samsung Medical Center is an ultra advanced multi-disciplinary hospital, constantly winning awards for its achievements in customer satisfaction and quality of services. Home to the most comrehensive cancer ...more
MyMeditravel 귀요미, 27 October 2019
It is a well known hospital. Underground food court restaurants are also delicious. It's always a busy place to go.
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Dongguk University Ilsan Medical Center

MyMeditravel Ilsan, South Korea
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Bariatric Surgery
Dongguk University Ilsan Medical Center
Dongguk University Ilsan Medical Center
Dongguk University Ilsan Medical Center
Dongguk University Ilsan Medical Center
Dongguk University Ilsan Medical Center
4.6
53 reviews

Bariatric Surgery at Dongguk University Ilsan Medical Center in Ilsan, South Korea

Founded in 2011, the Dongguk University Medical Center is a multi-disciplinary hospital offering domestic and international patients a range of specialist treatment centers, including: 1. Cardiovascular 2. Oncology 3. Joi...more
MyMeditravel HANSOL HWANG, 20 September 2020
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Gangnam Severance Hospital

MyMeditravel Seoul, South Korea
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Bariatric Surgery
Gangnam Severance Hospital
Gangnam Severance Hospital
Gangnam Severance Hospital
Gangnam Severance Hospital
Gangnam Severance Hospital

Bariatric Surgery at Gangnam Severance Hospital in Seoul, South Korea

Gangnam Severance Hospital opened in April 1983; The Hospital has 810 beds and also offers 3 specialist hospitals (Cancer Hospital, Spine Hospital, and Dental Hospital) and 2 Institutes (Rehabilitation Institute of Muscular Diseas...more
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Chung-Ang University Hospital

MyMeditravel Seoul, South Korea
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Bariatric Surgery
Chung-Ang University Hospital
Chung-Ang University Hospital
Chung-Ang University Hospital
Chung-Ang University Hospital
Chung-Ang University Hospital
5.0
2 reviews

Bariatric Surgery at Chung-Ang University Hospital in Seoul, South Korea

Chung-Ang University Hospital is a top General Surgery clinic. There is high-quality equipment with dedicated staff, you will find a solution to multiple medical problems that you may have, starting with some simple procedures to ...more
MyMeditravel 윤요미, 01 January 2020
Very kind and nice
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Sun Medical Center

MyMeditravel Daejeon, South Korea
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Bariatric Surgery
Sun Medical Center
Sun Medical Center
Sun Medical Center
Sun Medical Center
Sun Medical Center
5.0
1 reviews

Bariatric Surgery at Sun Medical Center in Daejeon, South Korea

Founded back in 1966, the Sun Medical Center is one of the major hospitals facilitating medical tourists in Daejeon. It is comprises of the following departments: 1. Gastroenterology 2. ENT 3. Cardiovascular 4. Spine a...more
MyMeditravel HARRY CHO, 16 March 2019
This hospital is wonderful hospital! Staffs are kind. Doctors are proficient! Price is reasonable!
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Hanyang University Medical Center

MyMeditravel Seoul, South Korea
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Bariatric Surgery
Hanyang University Medical Center
Hanyang University Medical Center
Hanyang University Medical Center
Hanyang University Medical Center
Hanyang University Medical Center
4.3
3 reviews

Bariatric Surgery at Hanyang University Medical Center in Seoul, South Korea

Hanyang University Medical Center was established in 1972 as Asia’s largest medical center under the brand of Hanyang. The center has built multifaceted and specialized medical networks such as The University Hospital, Unive...more
MyMeditravel 이정덕, 23 February 2020
The nurse and doctor are very kind.
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KUIMS

MyMeditravel Seoul, South Korea
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Bariatric Surgery
KUIMS
KUIMS
KUIMS
KUIMS
KUIMS
4.0
2 reviews

Bariatric Surgery at KUIMS in Seoul, South Korea

Established in 2008, the KUIMS, short for Kyung Hee University Hospital at Gangdong, sees more than 14,000 international patients each year. With over 800 beds spread across 30 specialty centers, patients can expect treatments in:...more
MyMeditravel KiJin, 12 March 2020
Thank you sermon. Thanks to this, I have a precious first child. Please continue to work for the patient.
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Kyung Hee University Hospital

MyMeditravel Seoul, South Korea
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Bariatric Surgery
Kyung Hee University Hospital
Kyung Hee University Hospital
Kyung Hee University Hospital
Kyung Hee University Hospital
Kyung Hee University Hospital
3.3
3 reviews

Bariatric Surgery at Kyung Hee University Hospital in Seoul, South Korea

Established in 1971, The Kyung Hee Medical Center has tirelessly worked "toward a disease-free civilization", as per their mantra. In doing so, they've developed as a future-oriented digital hospital through the use ...more
MyMeditravel Hyeyoung Kwon, 22 August 2016
Facial treatment center is good
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Seoul National University Hospital

MyMeditravel Seoul, South Korea
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Bariatric Surgery
Seoul National University Hospital
Seoul National University Hospital
Seoul National University Hospital
Seoul National University Hospital
Seoul National University Hospital
2.5
4 reviews

Bariatric Surgery at Seoul National University Hospital in Seoul, South Korea

Seoul National University Hospital was established in 1885 as Korea’s first national hospital. It is the affiliate hospital for Seoul National University College of Medicine and is comprised of the Main Hospital, Children&rs...more
MyMeditravel 최유진, 23 February 2020
If you're a patient, you'll get the best service. If you're a patient caregiver, you'll get the worst service. If you have surgery, do not follow your guardian at all. There is no sign on the operatin
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Asan Medical Center

MyMeditravel Seoul, South Korea
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Asan Medical Center
Asan Medical Center
Asan Medical Center
Asan Medical Center
Asan Medical Center

Bariatric Surgery at Asan Medical Center in Seoul, South Korea

Established in 1989, the Asan Medical Center is renown as one of South Korea's leading medical centers with their competitive skills and cutting-edge equipment. Voted the most respected hospital in Korea for 12 years running. ...more
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Severance Hospital

MyMeditravel Seoul, South Korea
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Severance Hospital
Severance Hospital
Severance Hospital
Severance Hospital
Severance Hospital

Bariatric Surgery at Severance Hospital in Seoul, South Korea

Severance Hospital was founded in 1885 and introduced modern medical science in South Korea and has remained one of the best Hospitals and clinics in South Korea for more than 100 years. As one of the biggest and oldest Univers...more
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Miall Korean Medicine Clinic

MyMeditravel Seoul, South Korea
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Bariatric Surgery
Miall Korean Medicine Clinic
Miall Korean Medicine Clinic

Bariatric Surgery at Miall Korean Medicine Clinic in Seoul, South Korea

For more information about Miall Korean Medicine Clinic in Seoul please contact the clinic. ...more
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Bariatric surgery is a group of weight-loss surgeries that involves making changes to the digestive system, some of which are non-reversible. The idea behind these types of surgeries is to help patients lose weight by either limiting the amount of food they can consume/digest at any one time or reducing their body’s ability to absorb nutrients. Some procedures do both. 

Bariatric surgeries should only ever be the final option when diet and exercise have proved inadequate and there are now serious health concerns caused by a person's weight. In general, these surgeries can only be an option for patients whose body mass index (BMI) is 40 or higher (extreme obesity). In certain cases, patients whose BMI is 30 to 39.9 may qualify for certain types of bariatric surgery if they have serious weight-related problems, such as type 2 diabetes.

The three most common types of Bariatric Surgeries are as follows:

  1. Gastric Sleeve – The most common surgery, in which about 80% of the stomach is irreversibly removed, resulting in a sleeve or tube-like structure. This smaller stomach will not be able to hold as much food and produces less of the hormone that regulates appetite (ghrelin), which can lessen the patient’s desire to eat. 
  2. Gastric Bypass – A more complicated procedure in which the stomach is divided into two parts; a small upper pouch and a large lower ‘remnant’ pouch. The small intestine is rearranged to bypass the large pouch. As a result, the volume of the stomach is significantly reduced. This causes food to go into the small upper pouch of the stomach and then directly into the small intestine. The small upper pouch can only hold around an ounce of food. Gastric Bypass is typically not reversible. 
  3. Gastric Band – Involves an inflatable silicone device that is fitted around the top portion of the stomach to create a smaller stomach pouch. This procedure causes the patient to feel fuller with less food but still allows the body to digest food as usual, without malabsorption. The device can be removed when the patient reaches their desired weight.

The bariatric surgeries mentioned above are typically performed laparoscopically, in which the surgeon creates around one to five small incisions in the abdomen to insert a laparoscope (a long narrow tube with a camera) and surgical tools. The patients are usually given a general anesthetic, so they will not feel anything throughout the surgery.

How Long Should I Stay in South Korea?

After bariatric surgery, an overnight stay in the hospital is usually required. In some cases, you may need to stay longer (around 3 to 5 days). However, it is not advisable to leave South Korea as soon as you are discharged from the hospital. Stay at least 10 to 14 days following your surgery for initial recovery and follow-up checkups. During the follow-up checkups, your surgeon will remove your stitches and check your overall condition.

What's the Expected Recovery Time?

The recovery time may take around 3 to 6 weeks until you are allowed to go back to your normal activities, including work, with some restrictions. You must avoid heavy work and strenuous activities, such as lifting, pushing, or carrying heavy loads for at least the first three months after surgery. You should also avoid sitting and standing without moving for long periods to avoid blood clots forming in your legs.

What Aftercare is Required?

You will be given a special diet plan immediately after your surgery, as well as detailed post-operative instructions. Make sure to follow the diet plan and instructions to avoid complications and speed up your recovery. In order to maximize and maintain weight loss, it is important that you commit to healthy eating and regular exercise. There may be restrictions on how much food you can consume. You may also need to change your eating habits, such as eating 6 small meals instead of 3 large meals each day. You should take vitamins and mineral supplements to ensure proper nutrition. 

What's the Success Rate?

The success rates vary for each of the different types of bariatric surgery. In general, within the first six months following the surgery, most patients lose around 30% to 55% of their excess weight. Then, as early as 12 months after surgery, most patients lose over 70% of their excess weight. Patients could also maintain a 50% to 60% loss of excess weight for 10 to 14 years after their bariatric surgery. Although the success rates are high, there are risks associated with bariatric surgery, such as bleeding, deep vein thrombosis, infections, spleen injury, stenosis, and infections.

Are there Alternatives?

There is a non-surgical Bariatric procedure, known as the Gastric Balloon. This involves an inflatable device that is temporarily inserted into the stomach via endoscopic placement. A sizable area of the stomach is obstructed by the balloon or balloons, thus reducing the amount of food it can contain at any one time, leading to eventual weight loss. The balloons are usually removed after 6 or 12 months. 

If you cannot or do not want to undergo any surgery or medical procedure, you may be able to work with a doctor who is experienced in treating extreme obesity and a dietician as the alternative. They may recommend you to change your diet, adding physical activity, and prescribe medications.

Whilst the information presented here has been accurately sourced and verified by a medical professional for its accuracy, it is still advised to consult with your doctor before pursuing a medical treatment at one of the listed medical providers

Update: 06/01/2023