WELLNESS IN KOREA
Wellness Tourism in Korea
Find Korea wellness travel ideas across healing, meditation, beauty, spa, nature, food and stay experiences.
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Cha Gangnam Medical Center, Cha University (차의과학대학교 강남차병원)
(Yeoksam-dong), 566 Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
CHA Gangnam Medical Center was founded in 1960 with the opening of CHA Obstetrics & Gynecology Clinic by Honorary Head Director Gyeong-seop Cha. In 1984, it expanded into a general hospital with 200 beds in Gangnam District. As a specialized hospital for obstetrics and gynecology designated by the Ministry of Health and Welfare, CHA Gangnam Medical Center provides top-tier healthcare services through 14 specialized departments, including obstetrics and gynecology, and 39 specialized centers and clinics, such as Fertility Center, IVF Center, and the High-Risk Pregnancy Clinic. The hospital offers precise diagnoses and treatments, specializing in uterine fibroids and gynecological cancers, and utilizes cutting-edge minimally invasive surgical techniques to ensure minimal scarring and rapid recovery. It has also achieved the highest number of robotic surgeries in obstetrics and gynecology in the country, with over 5,000 procedures performed. Since its establishment in 1984, CHA Gangnam Medical Center's Fertility Center has pioneered numerous groundbreaking achievements, including the birth of the first test-tube baby at a private hospital in Korea, the country's first successful intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), the world's first birth through in vitro maturation of an immature oocytes, and the first baby born from vitrified (frozen) eggs. These accomplishments have earned the hospital global recognition for its research and development.
Chamin Plastic Surgery (차민성형외과의원)
4th–6th Floors, Cheongha Building, 503 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul
ChamIn Plastic Surgery specializes in a wide range of procedures, including revision rhinoplasty, primary rhinoplasty, facelift and mini facelift, forehead lift and forehead reduction, double-chin contouring, eyelid surgery, and various skin treatments such as fillers, Botox, and skin boosters. All consultations, evaluations, procedures, and follow-up care are provided directly by our medical specialists on a one-to-one basis. The clinic is structured into a streamlined system with a Treatment Center on the 4th floor, an Operating Center on the 5th floor, and a Consultation Center on the 6th floor. At ChamIn Medical Center, a gastroenterology specialist provides endoscopy, ultrasound, health check-ups, fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT), and other internal medicine services. ChamIn Plastic Surgery values trust and professional expertise, offering personalized treatment plans tailored to each individual.
Charmdaun Korean Medical Clinic (참다운 한의원)
3rd Floor, Jasam Building, 50 Hwarang-ro, Suseong-gu, Daegu
Charmdaun Korean Medical Clinic, opened in 2017, is a Korean medicine clinic located in Suseong-gu, Daegu. It is led by a board-certified specialist in Korean gynecology (Doctor of Korean Medicine) and offers treatments such as anti-aging acupuncture, weight loss, constitutional diagnosis, women's health care, and pain teatments (e.g., acupuncture, moxibustion).
Chaum (차움의원)
(2nd Floor, Pie'n Polus), 442 Dosan-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
Founded in 1960, CHA Hospital has grown into a global medical institution, delivering high-quality care across 91 facilities in 7 countries, backed by over 60 years of medical expertise. Among its distinguished institutions is Chaum, a cutting-edge anti-aging and wellness center that integrates western medicine, oriental medicine, integrative medicine, and holistic approaches, including exercise prescription and food therapy, to promote optimal health. At Chaum, we go beyond standard checkups. Unlike typical dermatology clinics, we offer advanced skin care solutions utilizing stem cell conditioned media. Our treatments focus on wrinkle prevention, enhancing skin hydration, and reducing melanin production, helping you maintain youthful, radiant skin.
Cheoksan Hot Springs Zone (척산온천지구)
288 Gwangwang-ro, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
Cheoksan Hot Springs Zone, located in Sokcho, is a village dedicated to hot spring tourism. Key attractions like Cheoksan Spa & Hotel, Cheoksan Hot Spring Bath, and Footbath Park have been sequentially built to shape the area as it is known today. It offers a unique expereince where visitors can soak in warm hot springs while viewing the snow-capped Seoraksan Mountain, expecially during the cold winter months. Situated just a 10-minute drive from Seoraksan Mountain, this village serves as an ideal relaxation spot after a day of hiking.
Children's Dental Center (씨디씨어린이치과의원)
11, Hakdong-ro 97-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
Opened in 1992, Children's Dental Center (CDC) is Korea's first pediatric and adolescent dental clinic. Our six-member medical staff is committed to providing the best care in the main building with five floors and the annex with four floors dedicated to children's dentistry. We do not just treat children's teeth. We are here to respect them as a whole person and care for them with love. Through consultations among dentists specializing in diagnosis, prevention, dental restoration, surgery, occlusal guidance, and orthodontics, we choose the best approach for your child. We boast state-of-the-art digital medical equipment and interiors designed with children in mind. All of us at CDC will continue to commit ourselves to treating and preventing oral disease in children.
Choi Hyeok Korean Medicine Clinic (최혁한의원)
(1st Floor), 52 Yangnyeongdong-gil, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
Choi Hyeok Korean Medicine Clinic is particularly popular among Japanese visitors. Words about our affordable prices, friendly services, and dedication of the chief and the staff have spread in Japan, which has attracted over 2,000 Japanese visitors to the clinic annually. We offer an extensive array of services, including skin care, wrinkle removal, bloodletting acupuncture, weight-loss herbal medicine (hanyak), lipolysis acupuncture, gongjindan, kyungokgo, and “Magic Powder.” We accept appointments for wrinkle therapy on Sundays. We deliver hanyak to patients' hotels if they are not too far away. We also ship to patients' homes in Japan. You are always welcome to contact us on Line or Instagram.
Chonnam National University Hospital (전남대학교병원)
42 Jebong-ro, Dong-gu, Gwangju
With 114 years of history and tradition, CHONNAM NATIONAL UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL is Korea's best tertiary hospital that has led the development of Korea's medical science and improved public health. Chonnam National University Hospital is the nation's largest multi-hospital system for each disease, and operates as the main hospital, as well as Chonnam National University Hospital in Hwasun, Chonnam National University Dental Hospital, Bitgoeul Chonnam National University Hospital, and Chonnam National University Children's Hospital. We are striving to establish our identity as a national university hospital and to build a regionally essential healthcare system as a regional responsible medical institution. We will continue to play a leading role in the medical field by progressively redefining the functions and roles of education, research, and medical treatment. In addition, we will continue to challenge ourselves and do our best to become a reliable hospital that patients can visit at any time, a hospital that leads public healthcare, and a patient-oriented hospital that puts patient safety first.
Chonnam National University Hwasun Hospital (화순전남대학교병원)
B1 Floor, International Medical Center, 322 Seoyang-ro, Hwasun-eup, Hwasun-gun, Jeollanam-do
Chonnam National University Hwasun Hospital (CNUHH) is a globally recognized cancer-specialized hospital, selected one of the “World's Best Specialized Hospitals” in the oncology field for five consecutive years by Newsweek. Within ten years of its opening, the hospital achieved the highest number of cancer surgeries nationwide, received JCI accreditation twice, and has become a global hospital visited by hospitals in the metropolitan area for benchmarking. The hospital has consistently received top grades in the National Quality Assessment Program by the Health Insurance Review and Assessment Service, demonstrating its excellent medial services. In 2011, the hospital opened the “International Medical Center” to attract foreign patients and pioneering overseas medical markets, and expand it global network. It is the only national university hospital in the nation to have acquired the “Korean Accreditation Program for Hospitals Serving Foreign Patients (KAHF)” by the Ministry of Health and Welfare three times.
Chosun University Hospital (조선대학교병원)
365 Pilmun-daero, Dong-gu, Gwangju
Chosun University Hospital, a tertiary hospital, is a general hospital specializing in complex treatments of severe diseases.Following the Ministry of Health and Welfare's comprehensive assessment of hospitals in 11 regions across Korea in terms of manpower, facilities, equipment, treatment, education, etc., Chosun University Hospital was awarded a medical institution certificate by the ministry in recognition of its medical service quality and patient safety.The Korean Accredited Hospitals for Serving Foreign Patients (KAHF) assesses and certifies medical institutes that provide international patients with quality services in a safe environment. This system aims to enhance the global competitiveness and credibility of Korean medical services. Obtaining the KAHF certificate means the hospital was recognized for its global-level medical treatment system.Chosun University Hospital passed the assessment and obtained the certificate with high scores for its service of international patients. This demonstrates the hospital's global-level medical system. Chosun University Hospital is a representative medical institute in Korea that provides safe treatments and convenient services to international patients.
Chung-Ang Uiversity Hospital (중앙대학교병원)
102 Heukseok-ro, Dongjak-gu, Seoul
Since its foundation in 1968, Chung-Ang University Hospital has been striving to contribute to the health and happiness of humanity by achieving the best in medical treatment, research, and education based on our core values of "professionalism, fairness, change/innovation, communication/harmony, and empathy/care.” As a leader in severe disease treatment, we work with highly qualified medical staff and specialized professionals, receiving the top rating in all cancer procedures evaluated (colon, stomach, breast, and lung) by the Ministry of Health and Welfare and the Health Insurance Review and Assessment Service, and the top rating in the care appropriateness evaluation for acute stroke, coronary artery bypass, intensive care unit (adults and newborns), and hemodialysis. In a “rating from visitor reviews” conducted by a major domestic portal site, we ranked first out of 13 major tertiary hospitals in Seoul, maintaining our reputation as the friendliest hospital in Korea trusted by patients.
Chung-Ang University Gwangmyeong Hospital (중앙대학교광명병원)
110 Deokan-ro (Iljik-dong), Gwangmyeong-si, Gyeonggi-do
Chung-Ang University Gwangmyeong Hospital is a general medical institution with approximately 700 beds. Opened in March 2022, the hospital has a total floor area of 97,000㎡ and consists of 14 floors above ground and 8 floors underground. The hospital operates around six specialized clusters for critical care: Cancer Hospital, Cardiovascular & Cerebrovascular Hospital, Respiratory & Allergy Center, Digestive Disease Center, Spine Center, and Joint Center. With leading specialists in each field and state-of-the-art medical equipment, it provides advanced treatments and multidisciplinary care. Recognized as a “hospital specializing in surgery,” Chung-Ang University Gwangmyeong Hospital plays a central role in the metropolitan critical care system. It leads the digital transformation of healthcare by harmonizing digital healthcare with public health services, strengthening its position as a highly competitive medical institution. Moving forward, the hospital will continue to pursue patient-centered medical innovation and strive to become a next-generation hospital that represents not only the Seoul metropolitan area but also the Republic of Korea.
Circletour Co., Ltd. (주식회사 써클투어)
(#1411, Hwanghwa Building), 320 Gangnam-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
CIRCLETOUR was established in 2007, we aim to be a trustworthy and preferred travel agency. We operates on the principle of providing 'One & Only' services, offering safe medical tourism tailored to customer needs and trends for specially women and kids. We have experiences and expertise in customized premium medical tour.
Clean Vein Surgery Clinic (클린외과의원)
5th Floor, Hyeoncheol Building, 371 Sapyeong-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul
This hospital specializes in the examination and treatment of varicose veins in the lower extremities, and vascular plastic surgery of the back of the hand. Among the various methods of varicose veins treatment, only the necessary treatment is applied according to the patient's condition. Therefore, it is possible to return to daily life within the shortest period by minimizing the patient's burden on treatment costs, maximizing the treatment effect, and enabling rapid recovery. In the case of foreign patients, the treatment schedule is adjusted according to the patient's period of stay in Korea to complete all treatment and subsequent treatment before departure. Even after treatment, it is responsible for the treatment result by checking the recovery condition of the treatment site through continuous contact with the patient and free regular checkups.
CM Hospital (CM병원)
CM Chungmu Hospital, 13 Yeongdeungpo-ro 36-gil, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
Founded in 1949, this general hospital specializes in orthopedics and joint care. It is a nationally certified general hospital and a government-designated joint specialty hospital. As a third-generation institution, it is now led by Director Lee Sang-hoon, who has been appointed as the Chairman of the Medical Committee of the Korean Sport & Olympic Committee (KSOC) and is recognized as a pioneer in sports medicine in Korea. He is also the first IOC-certified specialist in Korea and serves as a Vice Chairman of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA).
CMC Confidence (씨엠씨 컨피던스)
#207, Ra-dong, 14 Eonju-ro 148-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
CMC Confidence combines medicine and tours to offer optimized services. It provides special tour services beyond simple medical services. Instead of simply attracting patients, CMC Confidence provides topping tours where patients can experience treatments while traveling with family and friends. The patient's next medical visit becomes an opportunity for joyful travels, rather than treatments. CMC Confidence offers customers new experiences through specialized services in the Gangnam area of Seoul.
Plan a slower Korea trip
Wellness travel is useful when visitors want rest, quiet places, gentle activities and trip pacing that feels restorative.
Wellness themes
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Source: Korea Tourism Organization, Public Data Portal (https://www.data.go.kr/).