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Euijeongbu CHA Bundang Medical Center | Grace Hospital | G SAM Hospital | Seoul Women’s Hospital | Shesmedi Hospital Gimpo Goyang Grace Hospital Namyangju
Seoul Bucheon Hanam Yangpyeong Seoul Women’s Hospital Gwangmyeong CHA Bundang Medical Center Gwacheon Gwangju Anyang Seongnam Siheung Euiwang G SAM Hospital Gunpo Ansan This guide has been prepared for couples who are struggling to conceive Yeoju Shesmedi Hospital and women interested in specialist care and non-invasive therapy programs Suwon for gynecological and obstetrical conditions. Yicheon Yeongin This guide also contains useful information for mothers Hwaseong Osan who want to help their children grow taller.
ㅁAnseong Pyeongtaek IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization) Package Programs Address: 59 Yatap-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam, Gyeonggi-do CHA Bundang Tel. +82-31-780-5500 Website: bundangwoman.chamc.co.kr IVF PLUS Package About the Medical Staff Medical Center Email: [email protected] The IVF Plus Package is designed to maximize the fertilization Choi Dong-hui probability of couples who want to undergo both the fertility - Specializes in fertility, reproduction, and endocrinology tests and fertilization procedures at Bundang CHA Hospital, - Head of Fertility Center while staying in the best possible health and getting proper - Academic member of Korean Society for Reproductive nutrition throughout the entire process. Medicine - Recommended for couples who want to undergo both their - Board member of Korean Society for Assisted Reproduction first fertility test and fertilization procedures in Korea instead of - Author of “What is the best sperm treatment method for IVF?” (2013) and five other medical journal articles in their home countries. - We recommend that couples visit the clinic two or three days Kwon Hang into the wife’s menstrual cycle so that the fertility test may be - Specializes in fertility, laparoscopy, and ovariole restoration - Author of “Vitrification of oocytes is useful for fertility pres- conducted immediately, without requiring the couple to wait. ervation in couple of non-obstructive azoospermia patients” - The package spans about 30 days, from the start of a men- (2013, ASRM) and five other medical journal articles strual cycle to the confirmation of fertilization. Upon a couple’s request, the package may be divided over a two-month period (60 days), in the first stage of which couples undergo fertility tests, while in the latter they go through the fertilization Kim Ji-hyang procedures. - Specializes in fertility, uteroscopy, and recurrent miscarriage - Co-author of “Artificial shrinkage of human blastocysts prior IVF Half Package to vitrification has higher survival rate than no artificial shrink- Under the IVF Half Package, the fertilization procedures are car- age” (2013, PRFS) and three other medical journal articles ried out at CHA Bundang Medical Center, ensuring that couples who have borne children already and/or undergone fertility tests in their own countries are kept in the best possible health and provided optimal nutrition. Shin Ji-eun - Specializes in fertility, laparoscopy, uteroscopy, and recurrent - Recommended for couples who have already received fertility miscarriage tests and diagnoses and/or given birth to children in their own - Co-author of “Artificial shrinkage of human blastocysts prior countries and want to undergo fertilization procedures in Korea. to vitrification has higher survival rate than no artificial shrink- - We recommend that couples visit the clinic two or three days into age” (2013, PRFS) and three other medical journal articles the wife’s menstrual cycle so that the hormone injections can be administered immediately, without requiring the couple to wait. - The package spans about 30 days, from the start of a men- Nearby Accommodations strual cycle to the confirmation of fertilization. CHA Bundang Medical Center is Korea’s largest hospital dedicated to women Strengths Grade Name Rate (per night) Details Courtyard Seoul Twin beds, and children, featuring not only a world-renowned OB/GYN clinic that was Our IVF programs provide additional services as well, including ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ KRW150,000 established more than five decades ago, but also a top-notch in-vitro fertiliza- anti-aging treatment, food therapy, and a spa program, in part- Pangyo by Marriott breakfast included Twin beds, tion center, women’s urology clinic, postnatal care center, pediatric and youth nership with the Anti-Aging Life Center Chaum. ★ ★ ★ ★ Mate Hotel Bundang KRW 143,000 breakfast included clinic, pediatric surgery center, pediatric urology clinic, and a host of other Success rate Twin beds, ★ ★ ★ ★ Hotel Gallery KRW 140,000 facilities and services for women, children, youth, and mothers. Wife’s age ≤24 25-29 30-34 35-39 ≥40 breakfast included Our fertility center, in particular, is recognized the world over for its success Twin beds, Success rate (%) 75 50.1 52.2 41.1 25.6 ★ ★ ★ Residence Pangyo KRW 99,000 rate and safety record, and our in-vitro fertilization procedures and egg freez- cooking allowed ing services, backed by cutting-edge research and state-of-the-art equipment, Price(KRW) have enhanced our reputation both inside and outside Korea. - IVF PLUS Package: starts from KRW 19,000,000 - IVF Half Package: starts from KRW 15,000,000
2 3 Children and Adolescents Clinic Postnatal Care Program
About the Program Price(KRW) About the Program Price(KRW) Active consultation and care for children and teenagers in the - KRW 1,500,000: blood, ECG, ultrasound, and growth plate Systematic postnatal care provided by expert medical prac- Room For each additional areas of: tests titioners Rate Total type baby - Postnatal care, preschool height and growth, and preschool - KRW 1,250,000: brain MRI (if necessary) Our Postnatal Care Program provides postpartum consulta- cardiology; tions with OB/GYN professors, consultations with pediatricians Deluxe KRW 7,425,000 KRW 1,350,000 KRW 8,775,000 Program Description - Sleep and neurology, digestion and nutrition, and blood regarding childcare issues, consultations with professional nutri- Superior KRW 6,540,000 KRW 1,350,000 KRW 7,890,000 cancer; - Doctors conduct detailed interviews to determine when the tionists, a mini-buffet, infant massage, infant bathing training, signs of puberty began to show, how quickly the signs are A KRW 5,670,000 KRW 1,350,000 KRW 7,020,000 - Allergies, atopic dermatitis, and respiratory syndromes; making of black-and-white mobiles, acupunctural massages developing, how quickly the children are growing, when the - Pediatric urology, etc. (to facilitate the discharge of bodily wastes, control swelling, B KRW 5,250,000 KRW 1,350,000 KRW 6,600,000 parents began to experience puberty, and whether the children improve pelvic posture, and prevent the thickening of the belly), C KRW 4,830,000 KRW 1,350,000 KRW 6,180,000 Targets have been exposed to sex hormones. wholegrain diet-based and pain-free breastfeeding (involving Children and teenagers with signs of growth failure, such as: - Doctors examine children’s bodies to evaluate the progress of treatments and services for reducing pain, increasing milk Ten reasons for choosing the Postnatal Care Center - Children who are among the shortest three percent of their their growth and stage of puberty and determine whether there production, preventing and treating mastitis, and improving milk at CHA Bundang Medical Center: peers in the same age and sex group; could be other possible causes for the symptoms. quality), healthy meals designed by professional nutritionists (for - Systematic postnatal care provided 24/7 by professional - Children at least 10 centimeters shorter than the average - Children’s wrists are X-rayed to determine the age and maturi- special-needs mothers, such as diabetics), and nutritious and medical practitioners; height of the same age and sex group; ty of their bones. balanced meals delivered via room service. - Reinforced safety measures and infection control; - Children aged three to 10 who grow by less than four centim- - Hormonal stimulation tests may be performed when neces- - Thorough, around-the-clock care for newborns provided by eters a year sary. Benefits experienced nurses; Signs of precocious puberty: - Ultrasound or brain MRI tests may be necessary if other caus- - No fees are charged for one outpatient visit made to the OB/ - Breastfeeding and breast care offered by breastfeeding - Girls who begin to develop breasts before the age of eight; es are suspected. GYN doctor during the program. experts; - Boys who begin to experience genital growth before the age - Fifteen-percent discount on medical checkups for two at CHA - Expert medical services provided in partnership with CHA of nine; Bundang Medical Center. Bundang Women’s Medical Center; - Girls who begin menstruation before the age of 10; and - Postnatal care inspired by traditional Asian medicine that - Discounts on the cost of deliveries performed at CHA Bun- - Boys and girls who are shorter than their peers but begin includes a seven-day supply of saenghwatang (to be adminis- dang Women’s Medical Center; showing signs of puberty earlier than their peers. tered twice a day), saenghwatang teacups, and a 10-percent - A wide range of educational programs for mothers taught by discount on Asian medicine-style postnatal care. expert instructors; - Gifts are provided upon entry into the program, including three - Healthy, high-quality meals prepared by professional nutritionists; eco-friendly baby bottles, diapers, baby formula, and other - A pleasant indoor environment created through the use of a baby-related goods. cutting-edge air purification system; and - Additional gifts are provided upon completion of the program, - Certified, top-notch fire safety preparations and indoor air quality. including baby clothing and wraps. - Also provided is a photo album for the mother and child, with Infant Unit photos dating back to the prepartum stage and including the - The Infant Unit is divided into Zones A and B, features breast- child’s 50th day following delivery. feeding and bathing rooms, and maintains 24/7 visiting hours. - A spaces within the unit are thoroughly disinfected using ultra- Duration 2 weeks violet rays from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. every evening. - Infants are given baths from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. every evening. - The Infant Unit features four state-of-the-art HEPA-filter air purification systems that are of the same grade and quality as those used in operating rooms. - Nurses conduct jaundice checks daily.
4 5 IUI (Intrauterine Insemination) Program Address: 1073 Jungang-ro, Ilsandong-gu, Goyang, Gyeonggi-do Grace Hospital Tel. +82-31-901-4000 Website: www.grace-hospital.com About the Program - Lack of semen delivered into uterocervical canal: artificial in- Email: [email protected] Our artificial insemination program aims to assist fertilization semination is performed only when at least one of the ovarian by extracting active sperm from the husband when the wife is ducts is open. (In-vitro fertilization is advised if both ducts are ovulating and inserting the sperm into the wife’s womb using closed.) a thin catheter. Following the procedure, the remainder of the About the Medical Staff pregnancy and birthing process may progress normally. Park Seong-wook - Former head of Suwon Infertility Clinic 1 2 3 - Member of Korean Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Member of Korean Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Wife is administered Human chorionic gonad- Sperm is extracted from Gynecology ovulation-inducing otropin (hCG) injection is the husband and inserted - Member of Korean Society of Menopause agents. administered into the wife’s uterus on - Specialties: natural birthing, V-BAC clinic (with procedure the same day. performed 34 to 40 Hwang Gyeong-jin minutes afterward). - Adjunct professor of clinical pathology at Seoul National University’s In-Vitro Fertilization Center Strengths - Adjunct professor at Samsung Medical Center Seoul Typical artificial insemination processes involve inserting only a - Completed infertility training at Warwick University, UK very small amount (about 0.3 cubic centimeters) of semen into - Standing director of Korean Society for Reproductive Medicine - Member of American Society for Reproductive Medicine the uterine cavity. At Grace Hospital, however, the fertilization - Member of American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy program inserts a far greater quantity and positions it closer to - Specialties: in-vitro fertilization, artificial insemination, poly- the fallopian tubes, thereby dramatically increasing the pros- cystic ovary syndrome, and menopausal endocrinology pects for successful fertilization. Nearby Accommodations Duration 1 hour or less Grade Name Rate (per night) Details Price(KRW) ★★★ Valentine Hotel KRW 90,000 to 110,000 Standard room - From KRW 1,400,000 to 2,200,000 - For each additional intra-cell semen insertion (ICSI) procedure: ★★★★★ MVL Hotel KRW 140,000 Standard room KRW 700,000 to 1,400,000 ★★★ Hotel Mirabel KRW 75,000 Standard room ★★★ “Supporting the Hopes and Dreams of Women: Grace Hospital” Success rate Hotel Cleopatra KRW 60,000 to 70,000 Double room - Our artificial insemination procedure is about 10 to 15 percent Grace Hospital is a pioneering medical establishment that champions more effective than natural insemination. natural childbirth techniques. Designated and certified by the Minis- - Our ovulation-inducing agents can increase the likelihood of try of Health and Welfare to perform artificial insemination services, success by 20 percent. in-vitro fertilization procedures, and genetic tests, Grace Hospital Artificial insemination is recommended continues to give new hope to couples struggling to conceive. - Minor male infertility, where the husband is able to impregnate The professional medical staff at Grace Hospital is especially re- but is experiencing temporary reductions in sperm count and nowned for specializing in minimally invasive (endoscopy-assisted) activity. - Minor endometriosis, which makes it difficult for the wife to surgery and vaginal plastic surgery. conceive naturally. Also, we take pride in our Health Promotion Center, through which we - Sexual dysfunction, which makes it difficult for the couple to strive to provide care and services that improve the quality of life for engage in sexual intercourse. all our patients. - Infertility of unknown causes
6 7 HIFU (High-intensity Focused Ultrasound Therapy System) Postnatal Care Program
About the Program the procedure, and can go back to their normal daily routines About the Center Strengths A type of thermal therapy program, the HIFU therapy program on the day following the procedure. - An infant unit built with eco-friendly materials that offers com- A pleasant, state-of-the-art room for each mother involves projecting high-intensity focused ultrasound, about - While the procedure is being carried out, patients are able to prehensive care for newborns. Each mother is assigned a spacious, pleasant room that is 65 to 100 degrees Celsius in temperature, toward myomas or see and confirm the progress and results. - Equipped with every amenity and facility needed to ensure the equipped with a wall-mounted, big-screen smart TV, bed tumors from outside the body in order to induce the death of - There is no incision-related risk of infection or adhesion. prompt recovery of mothers (including hinoki saunas, footbath with premium bedding, air purification system, crib made of tumor cells. As the procedure involves no incision, patients do - The HIFU procedures can be performed multiple times when room, full-body massage chairs, and sitz bath tubs, among eco-friendly materials, and a breast pump, as well as a bath- not need to stay in the hospital overnight or receive general necessary. others). room featuring products imported from Italy. anesthesia, and there is also no risk of infection or adhesion. In Each room is equipped with a sitz bath tub, breast pump, baby Infection control system Duration - general, patients recover from the procedure about three times bottle sterilizer, refrigerator, and microwave oven. Our infection control system is comprised of air purifiers, steam 1 to 2 hours more quickly than they would from surgery. - Features an eco-friendly air purification system that includes and infrared sterilizers, fine dust removal system, and furniture Price(KRW) hongsonghanjimun (for preventing dust buildup on curtains), coated with eco-friendly antibacterial agents. Strengths birch tree walls, and non-toxic wooden floors. Postpartum services A non-invasive procedure—the procedure requires no incision KRW 5,200,000 to 5,800,000 - - The center also offers a spacious lounge and a rooftop garden We offer breastfeeding instructions and training, postpartum or anesthesia and causes no bleeding or scarring. Prerequisites and possible side effects that connects the ninth and tenth floors. therapeutic massage, consultations with pediatricians, a clean The program can be used to remove myomas and tumors - Pre-HIFU simulations are required. May cause minor burns and - Medical specialists are always on duty throughout the center, room in the infant unit, sterilization of the infant unit, 24/7 checks without damaging the uterus. blisters. with pediatricians checking in on the babies on a daily basis. on newborns, and newborn photo shoot. The procedure is performed only once, requiring no follow-up - - Internationally qualified breastfeeding experts help mothers procedures or long wait times. manage breastfeeding. Price(KRW) The procedure takes relatively little time to complete (only one For two weeks - - Masseuses and specialists from popular spas provide full- to two hours for typical uterine myomas about seven centim- body massage and skincare services for mothers. - Premium: KRW 4,400,000 eters long). - Deluxe: KRW 4,800,000 - Patients need to stay in the hospital for only 48 hours before - Suite: KRW 7,800,000
8 9 IVF (In Vitro Fertilization) Program Address: 591 Gunpo-ro, Gunpo, Gyeonggi-do G SAM Hospital Tel. +82-31-389-3863 Website: http://www.samhospital.com/ About the Program About the Medical Staff Email: [email protected] G SAM Hospital operates a fertilization center in an effort to help Choi Kyeong-sook the increasing number of couples that are struggling to conceive - Interned in the Department of Endocrinology at Tel Aviv and raise children. The center offers advanced, systematic tests University, Israel and treatments for various fertility issues in men and women. - Interned in the Department of Endocrinology at Johns Hopkins The center’s fertilization services, chronic miscarriage clinic, University, Maryland male infertility clinic, and uterocervical canal operations offer - Adjunct professor of gynecology at Korea University’s College of Medicine new hope to desperate couples. - Vice president of Korean Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Advisor to Asia and Oceania Federation of Obstetrics and Gynecology Duration 14 to 30 days - Winner of Minister of Health Award for Medical Volunteer Work - Vice president of Korean Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Director of Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at G SAM Hospital Price(KRW) KRW 6,000,000 to 6,500,000 per procedure Jeong Do-yeong ※ Pre-procedure test fees not included (KRW 1,200,000 for tests - Interned at Seoul National University Hospital on women, including blood tests + KRW 100,000 for a semen - Completed residency at Korea University Medical Center-Anam Hospital - Former researcher for Global U-Health Project test, coming to a total of KRW 1,300,000) - Member of Korean Society of Gynecological Endoscopy - International Medical Volunteerism Committee member at Schedule Korea Foundation for International Healthcare In-vitro - Former director of Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology Ovulation Extraction fertilization Pregnancy at Miz Medi Hospital induction of eggs and and embryo Embryo reaction - Director of Department of Obstetrics and Gycology at Anyang and test sperm culture transfer test SAM Hosptial 1 2 3 4 5 Nearby Accommodations
1 Ovulation induction and test Rate (per Grade Name Details Ovulation induction injections are administered two or three night) days into the woman’s menstrual cycle and continue to be Standard: KRW administered for a week or two, depending on the maturity of 50,000 the egg follicles. ★ ★ ★ SAM Hospital Guesthouse Large room: Recommend- 2 Extraction of eggs and sperm KRW 60,000 ed for mul- Once the egg follicles are sufficiently mature, the woman is ★ ★ ★ Guesthouses around SAM Hospital KRW 45,000 tiple-night stay given an ovulation injection, and her eggs are extracted using ★ ★ Shell Motel KRW 30,000 ultrasound on her uterus about 34 to 36 hours later. ★ ★ ★ ★ Smart Hotel KRW 60,000 G SAM Hospital, part of the Hyosan Medical Foundation, which has 3 In-vitro fertilization and embryo culture The extracted eggs and sperm are combined to achieve fertili- been working to safeguard public health in Korea since 1967, is made zation. The embryo culture takes two to three days. up of a general hospital, an Asian medicine hospital, and a hospital 4 Embryo transfer for women. While pursuing its vision of “becoming a global medical About three to five days after the eggs are extracted, a thin center that provides integrated services and holistic care of the high- catheter is inserted into the woman’s uterus to transfer the est quality,” G SAM Hospital aspires to restore health to both the embryo. bodies and minds of all of its patients. The hospital’s passionate and 5 Pregnancy reaction test dedicated medical staff strives to provide innovative and comprehen- The woman is given a blood test about 12 days after the eggs sive care based on their dedication to build on the 40-year history of are extracted from her so as to determine pregnancy. the hospital and surpass its prior accomplishments.
10 11 IVF & IUI Program Address: 84 Gilju-ro, Wonmi-gu, Bucheon, Gyeonggi-do Seoul Women’s Hospital Tel. +82-31-230-7501 Website: http://bucheon.smch.co.kr About the Program About the Medical Staff Email: [email protected] The Infertility Center at Seoul Women’s Hospital was founded Song Hyeon-jin in 1997 by a team of doctors who were the first in the Gyeonggi - Graduate of College of Medicine at Seoul National University region to conduct a successful in-vitro fertilization procedure. - OB/GYN and infertility specialist at Seoul National University Over the last two decades, the Infertility Center has made Hospital in 1992 remarkable progress while also becoming the leading infertility - OB/GYN and infertility specialist at Incheon Jungang Hospital clinic in the region. - Member of American Society of Infertility in 1994 The center has achieved a number of remarkable “first-ever” - Director of Infertility Center at Seoul Women’s Hospital - Research fellow in reproductive medicine at University of records in the Gyeonggi region, including in-vitro fertilization for California at San Diego aspermia patients, in-vitro fertilization using embryonic trans- fer, impregnation using the intracytoplasmic sperm injection Kim Min-chi technique, and the extraction of sperm from the testicles and - Graduate of College of Medicine at Yonsei University epididymis of aspermia patients. Based on the dedication and - OB/GYN residency at Samsung Cheil Hospital - OB/GYN specialist at Samsung Cheil Hospital hard work of its skilled medical staff, the center continues to - Full-time OB/GYN specialist at Samsung Cheil Hospital pioneer infertility treatments. - Director of OB/GYN at Samsung Women’s Hospital - Member of Korean Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology Schedules - Member of Korean Society for Reproductive Medicine In-vitro fertilization program Two days into Days 12 to 14: 12 days after Lee Gyeong-hun menstrual cycle: Extraction (un- embryo transfer: - Full-time specialist at Seoul National University Hospital Initiation of IVF Days 7 and 8: der anesthesia) Blood test for - Full-time specialist at Gachon University Gil Medical Center (Visit and consul- Injection and and fertilization determining - Associate professor at Gachon University Gil Medical Center tation) ultrasound of eggs pregnancy - Director of diagnostics at Seoul Medical Center 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 - Member of Korean Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Member of Korean Society for Assisted Reproduction Days 4 and 5: Days 10 to 12: Days 16 to 18: Injection and Final injection Embryo transfer ultrasound Nearby Accommodations Intrauterine Insemination Grade Name Rate (per night) Details Three days into ovulation: Days 10 and 11: Days 13 and 14: Twin beds, Induction of ovulation Ultrasound (ovulation Semen extraction (artificial ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Hotel Koryo Bucheon KRW 121,000 (clomiphene or injection added if insemination to follow two breakfast included Femara) necessary) hours later) Theme Park Tourist Twin beds, ★ ★ ★ KRW 60,500 1 2 3 4 5 6 Hotel breakfast included Days 5, 7, and 9 Days 11 and 12: 14 days after Twin beds, ★ ★ ★ Polaris Hotel KRW 84,700 Seoul Women’s Hospital has been recognized and designated as a following start of Ultrasound (and insemination: breakfast included menstruation: bursting of egg Blood test for “Fertility Research Center” by the Ministry of Health and Welfare and Twin beds, Ovulation injection follicles through determining ★ ★ ★ B-Stay Bucheon Hotel KRW 77,000 certified as eligible to receive government grants for the support of injection) pregnancy breakfast included Twin beds, infertile couples. The hospital provides diverse customizable birthing Success rate 40~46 percent ★ ★ Bucheon West Ville KRW 49,600 experiences as well as an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) for newborns that breakfast included Price(KRW) Twin beds, ★ ★ SR Hotel KRW 55,000 offers prompt and professional services. With the overarching goal of KRW 4,000,000~5,000,000 breakfast not included becoming a major center of family medicine, Seoul Women’s Hospital The cost varies depending on how patients react to the injec- also operates the Pediatric and Adolescents Center, Wise Mom Culture tions administered. Center for new mothers, a postpartum care center, and a family health ※ Pre-procedure test fees not included (KRW 1,200,000 for examination center. tests on women, including blood tests + KRW 100,000 for a semen test, for a total of KRW 1,300,000)
12 13 Gynecologic Cancer Examinations Address: 288 Jangdari-ro, Paldal-gu, Suwon, Gyeonggi-do Shesmedi Hospital Tel. +82-31-231-7300 1 In-depth Gynecologic Cancer Examinations 2 Global Gynecological Examinations Website: http://shesmedi.co.kr Email: [email protected] About the Program About the Program This program provides in-depth examinations, conducted using The program provides in-depth examinations, conducted using cutting-edge technology, for a number of diseases to which cutting-edge technology, for a number of diseases to which women are prone, such as osteoporosis and uterine, ovarian, women are prone, such as osteoporosis and uterine, ovarian, breast, thyroid, and stomach cancers. breast, thyroid, and stomach cancers. Tests included Tests included Body fat analysis, body measurements, blood pressure test, Body fat analysis, body measurements, thyroid ultrasound, thyroid ultrasound, breast ultrasound, breast imaging, cervical breast ultrasound, breast imaging, cervical cancer (PrepStain™) cancer (PrepStain™) test, gynecologic ultrasound, HPV test, and test, HPV test, biomarker test for ovarian cancer, bone densi- biomarker test for ovarian cancer. tometry, abdominal ultrasound, and sedated gastrointestinal endoscopy. Duration 1 to 2 hours Duration 2 to 3 hours Price(KRW) KRW 500,000 Price(KRW) KRW 800,000 Notes - You must not eat or drink anything, including water, for 12 Notes hours prior to the beginning of the examinations. (Exceptions Same as those for gynecologic cancer examinations apply in the case of precise gynecological cancer tests.) - Examinations cannot be conducted during menstruation or for Other matters of concern seven days after the end of menstruation. Same issues as those involved in gynecologic cancer examina- tions - Cervical cancer tests cannot be performed on unmarried women who have never had sexual intercourse. - Certain tests cannot be performed on pregnant and breast- feeding women. - If you are on blood pressure control medication, take the advised dosage with a minimum amount of water at 5:00 a.m. on the day of the examinations. - If you have been on certain medications (including aspirin and anti-clotting agents, among others), cease taking them after consultation with your doctor. - Patients scheduled for sedated gastrointestinal endoscopy must be accompanied by friends or family members, and are With clinics dedicated to OB/GYN, pediatrics and adolescents, inter- not allowed to drive back home on their own afterward. nal medicine, and infertility treatments, Shesmedi Hospital specializes Other matters of concern in a host of women’s health issues. It is also part of a government Extra fees may be charged for additional tests performed due to project to help couples struggling to conceive. anomalies discovered during the package examinations. Aspiring to become a favorite hospital among patients and the best hospital for family health, Shesmedi Hospital provides a pleasant and comfortable environment and is equipped with state-of-the-art equip- ment and amenities, uses eco-friendly materials, and offers a range of medical and service facilities.
14 15 become swollen when the woman is sexually excited. Labioplas- Gynecological Plastic Surgery ty removes excess tissues from the labia minora to restore them to their original shape. Benefits Vaginoplasty 1 - Surgery is quite short and causes no scarring. - Risks of side-effects are minimal. About the Program - Restores women’s sexual confidence. Vaginoplasty involves surgically narrowing the vagina by insert- - Minimizes pain experienced during sexual intercourse. ing harmless medical sutures into the tissues surrounding the - Minimizes daily gynecological discomfort. vagina and cervix. This procedure removes excess tissue from - Can help prevent various infections, such as vaginitis and the vagina without making any incisions. Vaginoplasty causes urinary tract infections. only minimal pain and helps the vaginal tissues stay firm over the long term. Recommended for women whose labia minora: - are excessively long or large, by birth; Benefits - have become discolored due to repeated stimuli or aging; - The outside and inside of the vagina are reduced, thus restor- - are asymmetrical; ing much of the vagina’s elasticity and firmness. - makes them feel ashamed during sexual intercourse due to - Vaginoplasty enhances the woman’s confidence and increases their shape; the pleasure and satisfaction of sexual intercourse. - remain excessively large and wet and cause chronic vaginitis. - Vaginoplasty can help prevent vaginitis and urinary inconti- nence. Duration 30 to 40 minutes for the surgery; 10 to 14 days for recovery Recommended for women - whose vaginas are loose and sagging due to pregnancy, child- Price(KRW) birth, or other gynecological conditions; KRW 3,500,000 - who have already undergone vaginoplasty before and are in need of a repeat procedure; - whose vaginas are sagging due to frequent sexual intercourse and aging; and Growth Balance Program - who find it difficult to enjoy and gain satisfaction from sexual intercourse (or are unhappy about the sound of air passing in and out of their vaginas during intercourse). Included tests 1. Blood test Duration 2. Hepatitis antigen and antibody tests The procedure is conducted with only simple local anesthesia 3. Urine test and takes 50 to 60 minutes. After the procedure, patients rest 4. Growth plate (current growth age) test for a short time at the hospital and are then permitted to return 5. Chest X-ray home immediately afterward and get back to their daily routines. 6. Liver function tests (LFT, GOT/GPT) 7. Lipid and total cholesterol tests Price(KRW) KRW 1,500,000 Price(KRW) - Package A (Tests 1 through 5): KRW 60,000 Package B (Tests 1 through 6): KRW 80,000 Labioplasty - 2 - Package C (Tests 1 through 7): KRW 100,000 About the Program Labioplasty involves the use of a laser and causes no scarring or bleeding. It is a great gynecological procedure for young brides-to-be. “Labia minora” refers to the pair of wrinkles inside the labia majora. These are the parts that change in color and/or
16 4F,1150, Gyeongsu-daero, Jangan-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do 16207, Korea Tel. 031-259-4791 Fax.031-259-4738 Website. www.koreamedical.or.kr