Organ Transplant at Asan Medical Center in Seoul, South Korea
25,000+ organ transplants performed, 98% 1-year liver survival rate and the world's largest living donor liver transplantation programme.
Why Choose Asan for Organ Transplant Abroad
World record for living donor liver transplantation and performs most organ transplants in Korea.
Transplant surgeons, hepatologists, nephrologists, cardiologists, infectious disease specialists, and anaesthesiologists collaborate for liver transplantation, kidney transplantation, and heart transplantation.
- World record for living donor liver transplantation since 2003; 9,000+ transplants performed.
- 8,000+ kidney transplants; 1,315 ABO-incompatible transplants, the highest volume in Korea.
- 900+ heart transplants; only lung transplant programme available alongside solid organ care.
- Written second opinion available within 3 to 5 business days before you commit to travel.
- 7 languages supported including English, Arabic, Chinese, and Russian.
- Direct billing with MetLife, Bupa, Cigna, AIG, United Healthcare, Daman, and Tricare.
Organ Transplant Technology at Asan Medical Center, Seoul
Precise imaging, robotic surgery, and dedicated transplant monitoring mean your organ is matched, placed, and protected to long-term recovery.
- Da Vinci Robotic Transplant Surgery
- ECMO Life Support
- PET-CT Pretransplant Imaging
- Real-Time ICU Transplant Monitoring
- Aseptic Transplant Operating Rooms
- Negative-Pressure Isolation Dialysis
- Immunosuppressant Protocol Management
- Digital Transplant Outcomes Tracking
Organ Transplant at Asan Medical Center for International Patients
Each transplant plan is built around your specific diagnosis, donor availability, and clinical history
Liver Transplant
World record for living donor liver transplants since 2003; 98% one-year survival rate.
Inquire
Heart transplant
900+ cases since Korea's first in 1992; 96% one-year survival, the highest in Korea.
Inquire
Pancreas Transplant
Lung Transplant
18.3% of all lung transplants in Korea; first in Korea to perform living donor lobar lung transplantation (2017).
Inquire
Insurances Accepted
Explore insurances accepted at Asan Medical Center
AFSPA
AIG
Bupa
Cigna
Daman
Euro-Center
HTH Worldwide
MetLife
MS and AD Insurance Group
MSH International
Prestige International
Sompo Japan Nipponkoa
TieCare International
Tokio Marine Nichido
Tricare
UnitedHealthcare Global
Discover your insurance options at Asan Medical Center
Looking for a specific insurance provider? Simply use our search function or contact us for assistance and our knowledgeable team will happily verify whether your provider is accepted at our facility.
Ask about your insuranceCare Journey for International Patients
Your cancer treatment journey made simple and stress-free in 5 easy steps
-
1
Online inquiry & medical files upload Share your medical reports for review. It takes less than a minute.
-
2
Doctor review & treatment plan Within 24hrs you will receive treatment options & a preliminary plan before travel.
-
3
Travel coordination We arrange your visa, flights, and accommodation.
-
4
Treatment phase Full care under a dedicated case manager.
-
5
Start your treatment Begin treatment with full support from our care team.
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.Can Asan perform transplants for patients with ABO blood type incompatibility?
Yes. AMC has performed 1,315 ABO-incompatible kidney transplants (the highest in Korea) with a 5-year graft survival rate of 94.1%. ABO-incompatible liver transplantation was pioneered here globally in 2003. Patients are assessed individually, with desensitisation protocols or preoperative plasma exchange used where required.
Does Asan perform organ transplants for children?
Yes. Paediatric organ transplantation is a dedicated speciality at AMC Children's Hospital, which holds Korea's largest records for paediatric liver, heart, and haploidentical stem cell transplantation. Korea's first paediatric living donor liver transplantation was performed here in 1994. Paediatric cases are managed by dedicated paediatric surgery, cardiology, nephrology, and haematology teams within the 259-bed Children's Hospital.
How do I contact the transplant team at Asan Medical Center?
International transplant patients are coordinated through the International Healthcare Centre (IHC), which handles everything from initial enquiry through to post-discharge follow-up. WhatsApp: +1 718 550 0880. Telephone: +1 718 550 0880. Email: [email protected]. The coordination team manages appointments, translation, visa support, accommodation, and logistics. The transplant multidisciplinary team reviews your medical records to confirm eligibility and provide your treatment plan. A written second opinion is available within 3 to 5 business days without committing to travel.
How long do I need to stay in Seoul for organ transplantation?
Stay duration depends on the organ and your recovery. Kidney transplant: 2 weeks inpatient. Pancreas transplant: 2 to 3 weeks inpatient. Liver transplant: 3 to 5 weeks inpatient. Heart transplant: minimum 4 to 6 weeks with ICU monitoring. Lung transplant: extended inpatient with respiratory monitoring. Bone marrow transplant: several weeks monitored inpatient. Your coordinator confirms the full schedule, immunosuppressant management, and remote follow-up before you travel.
How much does organ transplantation cost at Asan Medical Center?
Cost varies based on organ type, whether a living donor evaluation is required, length of stay, ICU monitoring, and whether ABO-incompatible desensitisation applies to your case. Direct insurance billing is accepted from MetLife, Bupa, Cigna, AIG, United Healthcare, Daman, and Tricare. Submit your medical records for a remote review to receive an estimate before travelling.
What are Asan Medical Center's organ transplant survival rates?
AMC transplant survival rates consistently exceed Korean national and international benchmarks. Liver transplantation 1-year survival is 98% (national average 87%, US 92%). Kidney 1-year graft survival is 98.5%, with a 15-year rate of 80.1%. Heart transplantation 1-year survival is 96% (KONOS 85%, ISHLT 81%). Pancreas one-year survival is 96%. All figures are drawn from published AMC outcomes data and KONOS national registries.
