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Discover the Best Clinics and Costs for Parkinson"s disease treatment in Republic of Korea 2024

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Parkinson"s disease Treatment Overview in Republic of Korea

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Step-by-Step Roadmap

Day 1: Arrival

  • Pick up from the airport and delivery to the hotel/clinic.
  • Introduction to the treating team and completion of paperwork.
  • Settling into your hotel or clinic room.

Day 2: Diagnostics

  • A comprehensive neurological examination.
  • A full-body scan to rule out other conditions.
  • Language assistance if required.

Day 3: Treatment Plan Development

  • Discussion of the diagnostic results with the healthcare team.
  • Development of an individualized treatment plan.

Day 4: Treatment

  • Begin the prescribed Parkinson"s disease treatment.
  • This may involve medication, surgery, or therapy.

Day 5: Follow Up

  • Regular check-ups to monitor treatment progress.
  • Adjustment of treatment plan if necessary.

Day 6: Rehabilitation

  • Physical, occupational, and speech therapy sessions.
  • Assistance with managing daily activities.

Please note that only a doctor can determine the appropriate diagnostic and treatment plan. Each case of Parkinson"s disease is unique and may require different diagnostic tests and treatment options. These could include additional imaging tests, genetic testing, deep brain stimulation, or alternative therapies such as acupuncture or massage therapy.

What patients like

  1. Parkinson's disease efficacy. Patients appreciate the innovative treatments offered in Korea, including medication treatment options, which have shown to effectively improve the quality of life of patients.
  2. Doctor's professionalism. Korean doctors treating Parkinson's disease are highly skilled, experienced and are known to adhere to international standards. The patient's experience indicates that the doctors are also very human and caring in their approach.
  3. Cost. The Parkinson's disease treatment cost in Republic of Korea varies from moderate to high but it is comparable to the cost in other countries like the USA and Western Europe. Patients appreciate the transparency in the cost of treatment and the clear explanation of what the costs cover.
  4. Service level. Patients have expressed satisfaction with the level of service provided in Korean clinics. The medical staff is noted to be friendly and attentive and the medical facilities meet world standards. Patients also appreciate the interpreter services provided.
  5. Logistics. Patients have found the organization of work in the clinics impressive with quick and efficient service. The booking system is effective and patients also appreciate the provision of accommodation and transport services.

What patients don't like

  1. The brief and comprehensive consultation style of some doctors in Korea may be uncomfortable for patients who are used to more extensive consultations.
  2. Though the cost of treatment is transparent, the high cost can be prohibitive for some patients, especially those from low-income countries.
  3. The logistics system, though efficient, may be confusing for first-time visitors to Korea.

What's the Cost of Parkinson"s disease Diagnostic and Treatment Procedures in Republic of Korea? Find Out Now

updated 3/26/2024
The average price for Parkinson"s disease diagnostic and treatment in Republic of Korea is $50355, the minimum price is $22000, and the maximum price is $70398.
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Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital
Republic of Korea, Seoul
5
Excellent
• 1 review

St. Mary’s Hospital Seoul is a large multidisciplinary medical center in South Korea. The main specialties are oncology, hematology, organ transplant, cardiovascular surgery, and check-up. The hospital was the first in South Korea for liver, small bowel and cornea transplants. St. Mary’s Hospital in Korea is ranked the 5th in the world for successful bone marrow transplants.

30,000 international patients get treatment annually here.

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accreditations:

Joint Commission International  certificate for Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital
Korean Institute for Healthcare Accreditation certificate for Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital
World's Best Hospitals 2022 by Newsweek certificate for Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2023 by Newsweek certificate for Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital
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5
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Asan Medical Center
Republic of Korea, Seoul
4.6
Excellent
• 5 reviews

Asan Hospital (Asan Medical Center) is the largest multidisciplinary medical center in South Korea, which can serve 2,700 patients at once.

The key specialties in the hospital are organ transplant, oncology, cardiology, and cardiac surgery. Almost half of all heart transplants in South Korea are carried out (45%) at Asan. The success of organ transplants ranges from 90%.

Every day, 11,800 outpatients and 2,550 inpatients are treated in Asan Hospital. Medical tourists from the USA, China, the UAE, Russia, Kazakhstan, and Mongolia choose Asan Hospital.

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accreditations:

International Organization for Standardization certificate for Asan Medical Center
Korean Institute for Healthcare Accreditation certificate for Asan Medical Center
World's Best Hospitals 2020 by Newsweek certificate for Asan Medical Center
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Asan Medical Center
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Asan Medical Center
World's Best Hospitals 2022 by Newsweek certificate for Asan Medical Center
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2023 by Newsweek certificate for Asan Medical Center
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Donald • Sep 9, 2022
Yes. Only thing Is that I was supposed to get refund for the cancellation of dental exam and X-ray. Didn’t get it.
4.6
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Samsung Medical Center
Republic of Korea, Seoul
4.5
Excellent
• 22 reviews

The Clinic is specialized in treatment of Parkinson’s disease and Parkinsonism syndrome combining clinical and research findings. Severance Hospital provides medical assistance according to the global standards of Joint Commission International (JCI).

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International Organization for Standardization certificate for Samsung Medical Center
Korean Institute for Healthcare Accreditation certificate for Samsung Medical Center
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Samsung Medical Center
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Samsung Medical Center
World's Best Hospitals 2022 by Newsweek certificate for Samsung Medical Center
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2023 by Newsweek certificate for Samsung Medical Center
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Шоира • Feb 13, 2020
Were in consultation with specialists, pleased with the result
4.5
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Severance Hospital
Republic of Korea, Seoul
4.5
Excellent
• 42 reviews

33 professors and 19 fellows of the Neurosurgery Department treat patients with neurological disorders over 60 years. The Department works under the JCI principles (first in Korea) and is the center for clinical neuroscience researches.

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Joint Commission International  certificate for Severance Hospital
Korean Institute for Healthcare Accreditation certificate for Severance Hospital
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Severance Hospital
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Severance Hospital
World's Best Hospitals 2022 by Newsweek certificate for Severance Hospital
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2023 by Newsweek certificate for Severance Hospital
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Lola Saydakhmedova • Jun 5, 2019
I was in Severance on May 27, 2019 at a reception by the oncologist's homolog, and on the same day mammography and ultrasound of the mammary glands were done. For the conclusion they said to come on June 5th. I want to say a big thank you to my coordinator Lydia, I went everywhere, translated, sat and waited in queues with me. Service at the highest level! Today, on June 5, I came back to the homologue and she looked at the pictures and said that all is not well worry. And in Russia, they saw a tumor from somewhere. I was also given a disc with ultrasound and momography and a conclusion in paper in English. Thank you all and thanks to bookimed.com! This is not a hoax, really help people. I wanted to share a photo of the clinic and the coordinator, but something is impossible to expose them.
4.5
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Gachon University Gil  Medical Center
Republic of Korea, Incheon
4.7
Excellent
• 3 reviews

Gachon University Gil Medical Center takes the 3rd place in TOP 10 of research clinics. The Gil Department of Neurology has established own Neuroscientific Institute aimed at researching developing to prevent brain diseases.

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World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Gachon University Gil  Medical Center
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Seoul National University Bundang Hospital (SNUBH)
Republic of Korea, Seoul
5
Excellent
• 4 reviews

Seoul National University Bundang Hospital is one of the most innovative multidisciplinary medical centers in Korea.

It is the 1st digital hospital in the country. The hospital is equipped witg BESTcare system that allows avoiding medical errors, improving treatment safety and effectiveness.

Bundang specializes in general and abdominal surgery, oncology, orthopedics and traumatology. 1,500,000 patients undergo treatment at in hospital every year.

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accreditations:

Global Healthcare Accreditation Program certificate for Seoul National University Bundang Hospital (SNUBH)
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Seoul National University Bundang Hospital (SNUBH)
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2023 by Newsweek certificate for Seoul National University Bundang Hospital (SNUBH)
Phuoc Le • Dec 9, 2023
It is great with services, from support team of bookimed and hospital. They replied fast, very supportive. Doctor is experienced. Hospital is clean, modern. Price is good.
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Gangnam Severance Hospital
Republic of Korea, Seoul
4
Good
• 3 reviews

Gangnam Severance Hospital is a large multidisciplinary medical center in Seoul, South Korea. The hospital specializes in oncology, neurosurgery, neurology, cardiology, and check-up (complex diagnostics).

Gangnam Severance Hospital has received JCI accreditation, a global organization that evaluates the clinics across the globe for safety and high-quality medical services. That means the hospital complies with international healthcare standards.

The hospital is the 1st in South Korea to perform lung transplant.

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Joint Commission International  certificate for Gangnam Severance Hospital
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World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Gangnam Severance Hospital
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Soon Chun Hyang University Hospital
Republic of Korea, Seoul
5
Excellent
• 2 reviews

Soon Chun Hyang University Hospital is one of the leading medical institutions in Korea. The Hospital is aimed at working as patient-oriented medical center which cooperates with 300 international hospitals. Due to this cooperation, SoonChunHyang specialists have the access to the background of global achievements in diagnostics and treatment.

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World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Soon Chun Hyang University Hospital
TATYANA SHELUDKO • Jun 12, 2018
The clinic meets all the stated criteria of the service. Efficiency in servicing and reliability of diagnoses at the highest level. A very good option for passing the narrow specialists and the entire diagnostics in general.
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Seoul National University Hospital (SNUH)
Republic of Korea, Seoul
5
Excellent
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Seoul National University Hospital (SNUH) is the leading multidisciplinary state facility in the capital of South Korea. The President of the country receives treatment here.

Since 2004, SNUH has been digitalized completely — all data about patients is stored in the electronic system.

The hospital shows the highest statistics for cancer treatment in South Korea. Other SNUH key specialties are neurosurgery, cardiovascular surgery, pediatrics, and organ transplant.

Seoul University Hospital serves 10,700 patients every day on average.

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World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Seoul National University Hospital (SNUH)
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Bobath Memorial Hospital
Republic of Korea, Bundang
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Bobath Memorial Hospital is one of the well-known medical facilities in Bundang, Republic of Korea. Gastroenterology, Neurology are the strongest specialties. Patients from the United States, Canada, the UK, and other countries choose Bobath Memorial Hospital for healthcare.
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FAQ about Parkinson"s disease Treatment in Republic of Korea

Parkinson's disease is a chronic progressive disease of the central nervous system, which is manifested by a violation of the human motor function. Often, "motor paralysis" is typical for people over 60 years old, but the first symptoms appear much earlier: slowness of movement, increased muscle tone, tremor.


Modern medicine will help your loved one to get rid of the symptom that in Parkinson's disease limits his life - tremor (trembling of the limbs). After treatment, the patient will be able to eat and drink independently, walk normally, talk, use the phone and perform other normal activities.

What are the treatments for Parkinson's disease?

Doctors abroad have made significant progress in the fight against Parkinson's disease, although in the CIS countries the disease is considered incurable and only some symptoms are alleviated. Foreign neurosurgeons and neurologists use various methods of Parkinson's treatment. The protocol of therapy depends on the stage and degree of functional disorders in the patient.


Drug treatment of Parkinson's

After a comprehensive examination, the doctor selects the type and dose of the drug, over time, therapy requires adjustment. In the early stages of Parkinson's, doctors prescribe medications that replace dopamine:

  • Carbidopa and Levodopa - stimulates the production of dopamine by brain cells.
  • Bromocriptine, Ropinirole, Pramipexole - mimic the production of dopamine.
  • Rasagiline, Selegiline - help fight motor disorders.
  • Anticholinergic drugs - relieve tremor and increased muscle tone, but have a short effect.

Surgical treatment of Parkinson's disease

Deep brain stimulation ( DBS ) is a safe and minimally invasive intervention on the brain. Postoperative rehabilitation lasts 3-4 days, the risk of side effects is minimal. 90% of operations are effective.

The operation is carried out in 2 stages:

  • Under local anesthesia, the doctor inserts 2 electrodes into a specific part of the brain along a path pre-designated by a computer.
  • Under general anesthesia, the surgeon sews the pacemaker into the chest area and connects electrodes to it.

The generator sends electrical impulses to the brain, after which the patient's sleep normalizes, and the musculoskeletal function is restored. The doctor reduces the dosage of necessary medications for the treatment of Parkinson's disease.



The method of deep brain stimulation has a number of strict contraindications and requires a thorough diagnosis before surgery.

Contraindications:

  • the patient's age is over 75 years;
  • positive reaction to Levodopa;
  • serious chronic diseases;
  • mental illness;
  • memory impairment.

Innovative treatments for Parkinson's disease

Ultrasonic scalpel (MRgFUS)

The doctor acts on the brain with ultrasonic waves under the control of MRI and destroys the pathological part of the brain, due to which tremor develops. The procedure does not require surgical intervention. Assign to eliminate uncontrolled tremor.

stem cell transplant

An experimental method for the treatment of Parkinson's disease, which is already successfully used in the treatment of hemorrhagic stroke and multiple sclerosis. The patient is given stem cell injections that stimulate the production of dopamine.

What determines the cost of Parkinson's treatment?

According to Bookimed partner clinics, the cost of surgery for Parkinson's disease is affected by:

  • scope of diagnostics;
  • stage of the disease;
  • the presence of concomitant diseases;
  • selected country and clinic.

Bookimed's assistance in choosing a clinic for the treatment of Parkinson's disease and organizing procedures does not affect the cost. Our services are free for you. Find out more about how we work .

How much does surgery for Parkinson's disease cost?

We have prepared for you a table with the minimum prices for diagnostics and the cost of surgery for Parkinson's disease. Leave a request on the site so that the doctor-coordinator calculates the price for your case.

Procedure

Turkey

Germany

Spain

India

Neurologist's consultation

from $40

from $370

from $201

from $15

brain MRI

from $150

from $1 056

from $687

from $400

Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)

from $17 000

from $74 915

from $46 019

from $16 000

Prices updated 05/25/2022

Special Offers for Parkinson's Treatment

Some foreign clinics provide package prices for the surgical treatment of Parkinson's disease. They may include:

  • consultations of a neurologist and a neurosurgeon;
  • comprehensive diagnosis of Parkinson's;
  • deep brain stimulation (DBS);
  • transfer airport-clinic-airport;
  • stay in the ward with meals;
  • translation services.

Check with the Bookimed coordinating doctor if the price includes accommodation and meals for the accompanying person.

How to prepare for surgery for Parkinson's disease?

A patient with indications for surgical treatment of Parkinson's disease is examined by a neurologist, psychologist and neurosurgeon, as well as diagnostic procedures: complete blood count, magnetic resonance imaging ( MRI ) or computed tomography ( CT ), electroencephalography (EEG), electrocardiography (ECG).

What documents do you need to provide to the doctor?

If the patient has been examined in their own country, all medical records must be submitted to the coordinating doctor. The list of documents includes: the conclusion of CT/MRI and a disk with the data of these studies.


The coordinator will submit all documents for translation into English, after which the data will be sent to the doctor at the selected clinic for study. Please note that our services are free . You pay only for the procedures performed at the medical center.

Reviews after surgery for Parkinson's disease

Check out the real stories of Bookimed patients who have undergone procedures at the Parkinson's Clinic. All of them are verified users who have booked a medical center through our platform.


Saule from Kazakhstan was treated for Parkinson's disease at the Center for the Treatment of Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders (PARMER) at Medipol University Hospital

Professor Ali is a doctor from God! Highly educated, literate, knowledgeable, experienced and very pleasant person! We were prescribed medical treatment according to the scheme. In January, God forbid, we will come for a control examination! Everything was wonderful!


Tatyana from Latvia was treated for Parkinson's disease at the Medical Diagnostic and Treatment Center

Good afternoon. Many thanks to the attending physician Kazlauskiene for professionalism and kind attitude towards patients, the doctor established the correct diagnosis! We are very grateful to her. Also many thanks to the coordinator Dmitry Belik, who organized our visit to the doctor. He was always in touch, and thanks to him, we succeeded! Thanks again!


Sarah from Kazakhstan was treated for Parkinson's disease at the Center for the Treatment of Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders (PARMER) at Medipol University Hospital

At the Medipol clinic, we underwent an examination in May 2019. The Medipol Hospital, the Parkinson's Disease Department, received us at the scheduled time, the consultation of Dr. Ali Tsikh was multiple, concise and understandable for us. We were told about the advantages of the operation of installing a neurostimulator. The nursing staff is attentive and friendly. We were also offered an alternative treatment for Parkinson's disease. Special thanks to our doctor Vazak Bullik Kilik, who prescribed conservative treatment for us. We left the Medipol clinic satisfied, agreeing to be in touch with the attending physician. There are no problems with the purchase of medicines. I would like to especially note that a person who first came to Istanbul is provided with services for a meeting and further escort to the clinic. We are also grateful to our proofreader Ostap Bondarenko and translator Timur. Sincerely, Shyrynbekovy Zhomart and Sarah.

How can Bookimed help you and your loved ones?

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