Gibbeum General Hospital
Gibbeum General Hospital
Republic of Korea, Seoul
Jang Hyunkyung
8 years of experience
Clinic is certified :
Urology treatment in South Korea typically costs from AUD $11,100 to AUD $32,900. Total costs depend on the surgical technique used, such as robotic assistance, hospital tier, and its location. Australians can save roughly 30-70% compared to private healthcare costs in Australia while accessing advanced medical technology.
Typical Urology Costs in South Korea
Main urology centres are located in Seoul and Incheon, with Seoul typically commanding higher rates for specialised services. South Korea offers Australians much faster access to robotic surgeries than local public hospital waiting lists. Start a consultation with a specialist to get accurate pricing for your case.
| Republic of Korea | Thailand | Turkey | |
| Vaporization (with GreenLight Laser) | ≈ AUD $5,500 | ≈ AUD $6,000 | from AUD $4,300 |
| Transurethral resection of the bladder | ≈ AUD $5,500 | ≈ AUD $4,000 | from AUD $8,900 |
| Transurethral microwave therapy (TUMT) | ≈ AUD $3,700 | ≈ AUD $4,000 | from AUD $17,200 |
| Transurethral incision of the prostate (TUIP) | ≈ AUD $4,600 | ≈ AUD $3,700 | from AUD $2,900 |
| Sling procedure | from AUD $4,300 | ≈ AUD $4,600 | from AUD $6,500 |
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Dr. Son Dong-wan specializes in urologic oncology, urinary incontinence, and sexual dysfunction. He performs laser prostate surgery. He provides robotic and laparoscopic treatment for cancers of the prostate, bladder, ureter, and kidney. He also treats ureteropelvic junction obstruction.
His minimally invasive practice includes laparoscopic nephrectomy and prostatectomy. He performs cystoscopic TURBT and TURP. He offers ureteroscopic laser stone removal and percutaneous nephrolithotomy. He treats BPH, prostatitis, urinary stones, testicular cancer, stress urinary incontinence (SUI), overactive bladder (OAB), and male infertility.
Dr. Lee Chunyong is a urologist with a PhD in Medicine from Hanyang University College of Medicine. His clinical focus includes kidney and urinary stones (ESWL), prostate diseases (BPH, prostate cancer, prostatitis), sexual dysfunction, vasectomy, cystitis, urinary incontinence, and voiding dysfunction.
He has served as Director of Hanyang University Hospital. He was Chairman and Chief Professor of the Department of Urology at Hanyang University College of Medicine. He served as President and later Honorary President of the Korean Endourological Society. He was also a Board Member of the Société Internationale d'Urologie.
His international roles include Visiting Fellow at UCLA and Visiting Professor at the University of Tübingen. He was featured twice on EBS “Best Doctors,” covering prostatic diseases and kidney and urinary stones.
Professor Kim Hyun-hoe is a urologic cancer surgeon. He specializes in prostate and kidney cancer and robotic surgery. He directs Myongji Hospital’s Robotic Surgery Center and the Prostate & Kidney Cancer Center. He performed Korea’s first single-incision laparoscopy. At SNUH, he led more than 2,300 da Vinci cases over five years. He now uses the da Vinci Xi system.
He holds an MD, MS, and PhD from Seoul National University. He is a former director of SNUH Robotic Surgery and the Urology/Prostate Cancer Center. He is a past president of the Korean Society of Endourology and Robotics. He is a council member of the Korean Urological Association. His awards include the WCE Best Laparoscopy/Robotic Paper and the KUA Best Paper. He has also received several national academic honors. He contributes to next‑generation da Vinci research with Seoul National University and Intuitive Surgical. This was the first such collaboration in Asia.
South Korea reports a 96.0% five-year relative survival rate for prostate cancer. Localised cases show a 98.6% survival rate. Outcomes remain high due to robotics and early screening protocols. Specialised centres in Seoul use PSMA PET-CT imaging to track and treat cancer with precision.
Bookimed Expert Insight: South Korea leads in digital hospital integration. Seoul National University Bundang Hospital became the country's first fully digital facility. This approach allows doctors like Dr Seong Soo Jeon to use laparoscopic and robotic tools. These tools help preserve potency and urinary function after surgery.
Patient Consensus: Patients find the service system fast and efficient. They often note that staff and translators operate at a professional level. Many travellers mention that clinics are clean and comfortable during their stay in Korea.
Urologic cancer surgery in the Republic of Korea uses robotic platforms and precision imaging. Surgeons use da Vinci systems for prostate and kidney procedures. Many facilities integrate PET-CT with Gallium-68 (PSMA) for mapping tumours. These technologies allow for minimally invasive operations with precise results.
Bookimed Expert Insight: The Republic of Korea leads in domestic robotic innovation beyond the da Vinci system. Local clinics now use the Revo-i robot for complex kidney surgeries. This home-grown competition helps keep treatment costs manageable for international patients. It also drives faster software updates across Seoul hospitals.
Patient consensus: Patients frequently note the professional staff and efficient service in Korean clinics. They appreciate that translators make appointments easy and clear. The modern facilities often feel more like a hotel than a hospital.
Modern BPH treatment in South Korea focuses on minimally invasive techniques like Rezum water vapour therapy and UroLift implants. Laser surgeries including HoLEP are standard for larger prostates. Facilities such as Samsung Medical Center and Severance Hospital use these methods to reduce recovery time.
Bookimed Expert Insight: Major Seoul hospitals are famous for robotic technology. However, regional hubs like Na-Eun Hospital in Incheon offer high-level urological care. Lead specialists there, such as Dr Lee Chun Yong, have earned national honours for their work. These centres often provide faster appointment times than the busiest hospitals while maintaining JCI or KOIHA standards.
Patient Consensus: Patients find the Korean medical system fast and professional with excellent translation support. They suggest checking whether clinics bundle diagnostics into a single visit. Patients also note that laser options significantly reduce catheter time.
Specialist andrology and male enhancement procedures are widely available in South Korea. Clinics in Seoul and Incheon offer treatments including penile implants, hormone therapy, and reconstruction. Major hospitals use robotic systems and stem cell therapy to treat functional and aesthetic concerns.
Bookimed Expert Insight: South Korean urology centres often act as hubs for functional and aesthetic men's health. General hospitals like Na-Eun Hospital handle 20,000+ patients annually. These hospitals maintain dedicated departments for sexual dysfunction. This allows patients to combine routine urological health checks with specialist enhancement procedures.
Patient Consensus: Patients in South Korea value the fast and efficient service provided by professional staff. They frequently note the high standard of translation services and the professional medical teams.
English-speaking urological care is readily available in Seoul. Major tertiary centres and private clinics offer this through specialised international departments. South Korean specialists often use medical English in their training. Facilities like Samsung Medical Center provide bilingual coordinators for consultations and surgical bookings.
Bookimed Expert Insight: Top-ranked hospitals, like Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, use digital systems like BESTcare. These systems track clinical notes and prescriptions precisely. This digitisation reduces communication errors when patients compare results with their Australian GPs later.
Patient Consensus: Patients highlight that while doctors speak English, hospital translation services assist the whole process. These services make reception and billing much faster. Staff often arrange appointments quickly to fit tight travel schedules in South Korea.
Australian patients do not require a GP referral to access private urology clinics in the Republic of Korea. Unlike the Australian Medicare system, Korean private facilities allow direct bookings. Major centres like Samsung Medical Center and Severance Hospital accept international patients without formal paperwork from an Australian doctor.
Bookimed Expert Insight: While a referral is not mandatory, choosing a clinic with JCI or KOIHA accreditation is a reliable quality signal. Severance Hospital and Samsung Medical Center hold these certifications and manage high patient volumes. This clinical experience often leads to more efficient diagnostic pathways. These centres are designed to handle complex international cases in a single visit.
Patient Consensus: Patients find the Korean medical system exceptionally fast and efficient. They frequently note that having professional translators makes the administrative process simple. This is true even when visiting large university hospitals without a prior referral.