About Asan Medical Center
Korea No. 1. World Top 30. Trusted by Patients from 118 CountriesAsan Medical Center
Ranked among top 30 best hospitals in the world 2024, 2025, 2026.
Ranked among the world's top centres for cancer treatment, neurology, gastroenterology, and endocrinology by Newsweek in 2026, Asan Medical Center in Seoul stands as South Korea's most trusted destination for patients seeking high-success outcomes in complex medical treatment.
What sets this hospital apart for international patients is the depth of clinical scale that few hospitals anywhere can match.
Asia's largest single-hospital TAVR programme, the world's first Gamma Knife centre in Asia (introduced here in 1990), and the world's first dedicated cancer emergency room all exist within one institution in Seoul.
The International Healthcare Centre coordinates everything before you arrive, covering language interpretation in English, Arabic, Chinese, and Russian, alongside remote scan review, written treatment estimates, visa support, airport transfers, and post-treatment follow-up, so the only thing you need to focus on is getting the care you need.
Ranked among the world's top centres for cancer treatment, neurology, gastroenterology, and endocrinology by Newsweek in 2026, Asan Medical Center in Seoul stands as South Korea's most trusted destination for patients seeking high-success outcomes in complex medical treatment.
What sets this hospital apart for international patients is the depth of clinical scale that few hospitals anywhere can match.
Asia's largest single-hospital TAVR programme, the world's first Gamma Knife centre in Asia (introduced here in 1990), and the world's first dedicated cancer emergency room all exist within one institution in Seoul.
The International Healthcare Centre coordinates everything before you arrive, covering language interpretation in English, Arabic, Chinese, and Russian, alongside remote scan review, written treatment estimates, visa support, airport transfers, and post-treatment follow-up, so the only thing you need to focus on is getting the care you need.
#1
Korea Leader
Korea's top-ranked hospital for 7 consecutive years, World No. 25 (Newsweek 2025).
1,062,684
Cancer Patients
Treated in a single year, with some of the most advanced technologies globally.
9,000+
Liver Transplants
International patients arriving from USA, Chile, Israel, UAE, Singapore.
118 Countries
Global Reach
20,000+ international patients annually, with interpreters across English, Arabic, Chinese, Russian, Japanese and more.
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Asan Medical Center's Accreditation & Awards
- No. 1 Hospital in Korea (7 consecutive years) - Newsweek 2019 to 2025
- World No. 25 Best Hospital - Newsweek 2025
- World No. 4 in Oncology - Newsweek World's Best Specialized Hospitals - 2026
- World No. 4 in Gastroenterology - Newsweek World's Best Specialized Hospitals - 2026
- World No. 4 in Endocrinology - Newsweek World's Best Specialized Hospitals - 2026
- World No. 6 in Urology - Newsweek World's Best Specialized Hospitals - 2026
- World No. 6 in Neurology - Newsweek World's Best Specialized Hospitals - 2026
- World No. 8 in Orthopedics - Newsweek World's Best Specialized Hospitals - 2026
- Korea's Most Admired Hospital (19 consecutive years) - KMAC 2007 to 2025
- No. 1 Korea Brand Power Index (8 years) - KMAC
- WEO Centre of Excellence (Digestive Endoscopy Center)
- Asia's No. 1 and World's 7th Training Centre for Surface-Guided Radiation Therapy
- First hospital in Korea to receive outstanding services recognition
- Designated research-driven hospital
Frequently Asked Questions
Have a question? Our support team is here to guide you through each step of your treatment journey with personal care and attention.How do I contact Asan's international patient support team?
International patient appointments and treatment planning in Seoul, South Korea are coordinated through the International Healthcare Centre (IHC).
- WhatsApp: +1 718 550 0880
- Telephone: +1 718 550 0880
- Email: [email protected]
The team arranges in-person appointments, video consultations, second medical opinions, and full treatment coordination. The specialist clinical team reviews your scans and reports to provide your treatment plan.
Why is Asan Medical Center one of the best hospitals in South Korea?
Asan Medical Center is ranked Korea's No. 1 hospital by Newsweek for seven consecutive years and holds top global rankings across five specialties in 2026.
- World No. 4 in Oncology, Gastroenterology, and Endocrinology (Newsweek 2026)
- Korea's Most Admired Hospital for 19 consecutive years (KMAC)
- World record for living donor liver transplantation since 2003
- 1,062,684 cancer patients treated in 2024
- 19,482 international patients from 118 countries in 2024
Does Asan accept international health insurance?
Yes. Direct insurance billing is accepted from Bupa, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare Global, Daman, AIG, Tricare, MetLife, and others.
Patients without direct billing coverage pay at the hospital and receive full documentation for reimbursement. Submit your medical records through the International Healthcare Centre to confirm your insurer's status before travelling.
What treatments does Asan Medical Center offer international patients?
Asan Medical Center treats international patients across cancer, organ transplantation, heart surgery, neurology, gastroenterology, orthopaedics, and 50+ additional specialties.
- Cancer: 18 sub-centres, CAR T-cell therapy, genomic oncology, robotic surgery
- Transplantation: liver, kidney, heart, pancreas, lung, bone marrow; world record LDLT
- Cardiology and cardiac surgery: 2,300+ TAVR (Asia's largest), heart transplantation, coronary stenting
- Neurology and neurosurgery: 8,000+ Gamma Knife cases, brain tumours, stroke, Parkinson's
- Gastroenterology: World No. 4, WEO Centre of Excellence, 7,995 ERCP per year
What international patient services are available?
The International Healthcare Centre supports patients from first enquiry through to post-treatment follow-up at home.
- Written second opinions and video consultations before travel
- Seven-language interpretation (English, Arabic, Chinese, Russian, Japanese, Mongolian, Vietnamese)
- Visa assistance and medical documentation support
- 24-hour airport transfers from Incheon International Airport
- Partner accommodation for patients and family members
- Confirmed treatment itinerary before departure
- Remote follow-up and medical records access after returning home
Will someone speak my language at Asan Medical Center?
Yes. 7 full-time interpreters cover English, Arabic, Chinese, Russian, Japanese, Mongolian, and Vietnamese.
Every international patient is assigned a dedicated coordinator who manages communication from first enquiry to discharge. Additional translation is arranged for languages beyond the seven covered.
