Sleep apnea surgery in the Republic of Korea typically costs from AUD $6,400 to AUD $12,100. The final price depends on the specific surgical technique, hospital tier, and whether diagnostic sleep studies are included. In Australia, similar procedures cost around AUD $19,300 on average. Patients save approximately 52% by travelling to South Korea. These international packages generally include consultations, surgical fees, and short hospital stays.
Bookimed Expert Insight: Choosing a dual-specialised surgeon provides significant value for Australians seeking airway improvements. Specialists like Dr. Kim Han Gyeol at VG Plastic Surgery combine ENT expertise with plastic surgery. This ensures both functional breathing relief and aesthetic nasal refinement in one procedure. Larger facilities such as Myongji Hospital serve over 600,000 patients annually. They provide dedicated International Healthcare Centres, making the travel process easier for overseas patients.
| Republic of Korea | Thailand | Turkey | |
| Sleep Apnea Surgery | ≈ AUD $6,400 | ≈ AUD $5,400 | from AUD $2,400 |
No hidden fees – just official clinic prices. Pay at the clinic for Sleep Apnea Surgery upon arrival and use a flexible instalment plan if needed.
Bookimed is committed to your safety. We only work with medical institutions that maintain high international standards in Sleep Apnea Surgery and have the necessary licenses to serve international patients worldwide.
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Dr Kim Han Gyeol ranked first nationally in the South Korean ENT residency examination and holds dual specialisation in plastic surgery and otolaryngology. He treats complex airway obstructions at VG Plastic Surgery using precise endoscopic diagnostics.
Professor Kim Gyeonrae is a leading ENT surgeon at Naeun Hospital who completed medical fellowships at the Ohio State University and the Medical College of Georgia.