Carotid angioplasty and stenting in the Republic of Korea typically costs from AUD $13,500 to AUD $20,700. Final prices depend on the choice of stent, facility tier, and whether neurovascular intervention is required. In Australia, the average cost is AUD $30,600, meaning patients can save approximately 44% by travelling. Standard inclusions often cover the procedure, specialist fees, and hospital stays in major medical hubs like Incheon and Goyang.
Bookimed Expert Insight: Choosing Korea offers access to incredible expertise for a lower price. Specialists like Dr Ahn Taehun and Dr Oh Dongju have led national societies for cardiovascular intervention. Many clinics are located in Incheon, which is very convenient for international arrivals. Larger centres like Myongji Hospital treat 600,000 patients annually. This high volume often results in more efficient care and better-value clinical outcomes.
| Republic of Korea | Thailand | Turkey | |
| Carotid Angioplasty and Stenting | ≈ AUD $13,500 | ≈ AUD $13,500 | from AUD $12,800 |
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Dr. Ahn Taehun is a cardiologist (MD, PhD) and Director of a Cardiovascular Center. He specializes in coronary artery disease, including angina and myocardial infarction. He also treats hypertension, heart valve disease, heart failure, and hyperlipidemia. His expertise includes interventional cardiology, echocardiography, and cardiovascular imaging. He also manages atherosclerosis, arterial occlusive disease, dilated cardiomyopathy, and myocarditis.
He has held several leadership roles. He served as Chairman of the Board of the Korean Society of Interventional Cardiology (KSIC) and President of the Korean Society of Cardiology (KSC). He was Finance Director of the KSC. He led the Korean Vascular Intervention Society (KVIS) and the Korean Cardiovascular Complications Committee (KCCC) as President. He also chaired the Organizing Committee for ENCORE SEOUL (Endovascular & Coronary Revascularization).
Professor Byung Hee Oh is the former President of the Korean Society of Cardiology and a leading specialist at Sejong Hospital. He focuses on restoring blood flow through precise carotid angioplasty and atherosclerosis management.
Professor Kyung Hee Kim is the Director of the Heart Transplantation Centre and Head of Cardiology at Incheon Sejong Hospital. She is a globally recognised specialist who completed intensive research training at the Mayo Clinic in the United States.
Associate Professor Min Jeong Kim holds both an MD and a PhD from Seoul National University – Koreas top-ranked medical school. She operates at Incheon Sejong Hospital, a specialised cardiac centre.