Samsung Medical Center
Hip replacement in the Republic of Korea typically costs from AUD $15,378 to AUD $29,190. Prices fluctuate based on the surgical approach, the prosthetic material selected, and the hospital's tier. In Australia, the average price for this procedure is AUD $34,886, meaning patients can save approximately 36% by travelling. Standard inclusions usually cover pre-operative tests, the prosthesis, anaesthetic, and initial physical therapy during the hospital stay.
Bookimed Expert Insight: While Seoul is a major hub, hospitals like Kang Dong Hospital in Busan offer competitive orthopedic care. High-volume centres like Samsung Medical Center and Asan Medical Center perform thousands of operations annually. Some facilities use digital systems like BESTcare at Seoul National University Bundang Hospital to improve patient safety. For Australian patients, South Korea's high-tech infrastructure provides surgical precision often exceeding private options at home.
| Republic of Korea | Thailand | Turkey | |
| Hip replacement | from AUD $15,378 | from AUD $6,408 | from AUD $14,239 |
| Total hip replacement | from AUD $28,478 | from AUD $19,935 | from AUD $16,691 |
| MAKOplasty | from AUD $22,783 | from AUD $25,631 | from AUD $9,825 |
| Hip Arthroscopy | from AUD $12,531 | from AUD $7,120 | from AUD $2,136 |
| Total hip replacement for developmental dysplasia of the hip | - | from AUD $17,799 | from AUD $9,849 |
Dr Lee Kyung Hoon is the Head of Orthopaedics at Na-Eun Hospital and a specialist in hip joint replacement surgery. He previously served as a Clinical Instructor at Bucheon St. Mary’s Hospital, helping to train the next generation of orthopaedic surgeons.
Dr. Woo Kyung Kwak is an orthopedic surgeon. He specializes in minimally invasive foot and ankle surgery (MICA for hallux valgus). He also treats sports injuries and performs total knee arthroplasty, as well as advanced shoulder and knee arthroscopy.
He earned his MD and MS at Chonnam National University. He completed a fellowship at Chonnam National University Hospital. He served as Chief of Orthopedic Surgery at the Armed Forces Daejeon Hospital. He was a senior committee member of the Medical Investigation Committee at the Ministry of National Defense.
He is a full member of the Korean Orthopaedic, Arthroscopy, Knee, Foot and Ankle, Sports Medicine, and Fracture societies. He is a lifetime member of the Korean Shoulder and Elbow Society. He reviews for Springer Nature journals. He completed Arthrex advanced training, the AO Trauma course, TPI therapy certification, and the FIFA Diploma in Football Medicine.
Dr. Jang Hyo Kim is an orthopedic surgeon focused on joint preservation and complex reconstruction. He specializes in arthroscopy of the shoulder, knee, ankle, elbow, and wrist. He performs joint replacement of the shoulder, knee, ankle, elbow, and hip. His spine work includes cervical and lumbar instrumentation and fusion. He also performs discectomy, laminectomy, neuroplasty, and vertebroplasty. His practice includes fracture care and muscle and ligament repair.
He is an Adjunct Professor at Kyung Hee University. He serves as Director of the Joint Center at Very Good Hospital. He previously served as chief or director at Yeonggwang General, Songjeong Sarang, Sewoori–Daejeon, Seoul Welfare, and The Barun hospitals. He was an advisory member of the Gwangju–Jeonnam Workers’ Compensation Board. He is a full member of the Korean Orthopaedic Association (KOA) and the Korean Societies of Arthroscopy, Knee, Sports Medicine, Hip, Pain, and Obesity. He holds TPI therapy certification. He completed an Ilizarov fellowship in Kurgan, Russia. He also completed training in shoulder arthroscopy.
The doctor specializes in orthopedic surgery with a focus on arthroscopic knee and shoulder surgeries, as well as total knee and shoulder surgeries. Additionally, the doctor is experienced in treating sports injuries.
Graduating with an MD from Catholic Medical College, Seoul in 1994, the doctor completed a residency in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Catholic Medical College Seoul Hospital. The doctor has held significant positions including Section Chief at the Center of Joint, Sun Hospital, Daejeon, and Director at TeunTeun Hospital, Jeju.
The doctor is a member of several professional organizations, including the Korean Knee Society, Korean Orthopedic Association, and Asia-Pacific Orthopedic Association.
When considering Hip replacement, it’s important to understand the different techniques and which is best suited for you. Here’s a concise comparison of popular options:
A minimally invasive orthopedic surgery used to diagnose and treat problems within the hip joint.
A minimally invasive orthopedic surgery technique using robotic assistance to ensure precision in partial knee or hip joint replacement.