Treatment in Suwon, South Korea

I only have positive impressions of the "Ajou" Medical Center.

I went there when I realized I was dissatisfied with the level of oncology treatment in Russia. I needed to undergo a PET-CT scan: there was no necessary machine in my city, but "Ajou" had two of them. I was amazed by the level of organization of the entire treatment process! Where in Russia it would take 2 days to see several doctors and get all the tests done, in Korea it only takes 30 minutes. Half an hour - and the test results are already in hand, and the doctor is ready to see the patient again immediately.

I am also grateful to the medical coordinator of the center. I'm afraid it would have been difficult without her help. She even gave me a weekend tour of Suwon, where the center is located, and I was able to visit the famous Hwaseong Fortress. After recovery, I plan to come to this city as a tourist: I already know you can have a great time here.

I learned about my diagnosis in March 2016. It was cancer, and at a late stage. Due to the size of the tumor, I was refused surgery in Russia, and I had to look for a clinic abroad.

I chose the multifunctional medical center at Ajou University. This clinic was recommended to me because, firstly, it employs world-class specialists. I was convinced of this from my own experience: I was surrounded by attention and care, doctors were nearby 24/7. I was operated on by Dr. Chang Ki Hong, who was concerned about my well-being even after I returned to Russia.

Secondly, "Ajou" offers significant discounts on treatment for patients from Russia.

I only have pleasant impressions of the treatment organization. The coordinator was always nearby, translating the doctors' words, consulting, and supporting me.

I spent almost 2 weeks at the "Ajou" Medical Center, from late January to mid-February 2017.

 I am endlessly grateful to all the staff of the medical center for their sensitivity and high qualifications. Despite being alone, I never felt lonely or scared in Korea.

My attending physician was Dr. Kim Ku Sang, who amazed me from our first meeting with his skill and attentive, friendly attitude.

The coordinator of the international department of "Ajou", Tatyana, did everything to make me comfortable. She quickly dealt with any arising problems and took care of organizational matters: arrival, accommodation, departure.

In 2016, I was diagnosed with breast cancer. Although the treatment was successful, this disease needs constant monitoring, which requires specialists and diagnostic equipment that can detect cancer at early stages. Such equipment is hard to find in Russia, but it exists in Korea.

I was treated at Ajou University Hospital. I was impressed by both the technical equipment and the organization of the visit. I felt very comfortable and calm, largely thanks to the work of coordinator Tatyana.

I especially want to note the attitude of the doctors, including renowned and authoritative professors. Despite the huge workload and large flow of patients, they treated me very respectfully and delved into my situation.

I went with my husband, who was offered a separate package of examinations. He completed all the procedures in half a day and was very pleased.

I have been to the "Ajou" clinic several times. In November 2014, I came for an operation to remove a thyroid tumor, then in 2015 and 2016 I underwent control examinations, which showed that the treatment was successful. Now I feel wonderful, thanks to the work of wonderful doctors: the orthopedist, therapist, their assistants, and Professor So Eu Yeong, who performed the surgery.

I am glad I chose "Ajou". Here I met outstanding professionals and underwent diagnostics on high-class equipment. At the same time, the clinic's prices are affordable.

When I was diagnosed with 'bilateral coxarthrosis of the 4th degree,' I started searching online for treatment methods. That's how I learned about the possibility of endoprosthesis replacement using the Robodoc system and that it is used at Dr. Lee Chun Taek's clinic. Reviews about treatment here were good, so I decided to send my X-rays here, after which I was invited for surgery.

At the airport, I was met by coordinator Zhenya, who accompanied me throughout the entire treatment period. Diagnostics were conducted immediately: MRI, CT, X-ray. Using the images, they created a 3D model of the joint for Robodoc, and the very next day, surgery was scheduled, performed by the chief doctor himself.

In a couple of hours, they installed a prosthesis with a ceramic coating and sent me to rest in the ward. Thanks to the care in the first hours, there was no pain or complications: a nurse checked on me every 15 minutes, they put in an IV with painkillers and a special pneumatic system on my legs to prevent blood clots.

I want to express my gratitude to everyone who helped me on this trip, the coordinator and the doctors.

This year, I contacted this wonderful clinic for the second time. The first was several years ago when the issue of replacing my knee and hip joints became acute: it was already hard to walk due to pain. Back then, I was seen by Dr. Lee Chun Taek himself, and he recommended replacing both joints at once. The surgeries were successful, and I recovered very easily thanks to physiotherapy and a rehabilitation program that the doctors prepared for me.

When it was time to replace the second hip joint, I, without hesitation, went back to Dr. Lee Chun Taek's clinic. Over the years, the clinic has only gotten better and even more friendly to foreign patients. The doctors are attentive, competent, and very professional.

I had previously undergone treatment at Dr. Lee Chun Taek's clinic for spinal problems. When I needed knee surgery, I decided to come here again.

The chief doctor himself operated, and thanks to his experience and professionalism, I recovered quickly without any complications.

The clinic has very friendly staff: both doctors and nurses, whose care helped me recover so quickly after the operation. Communication with the staff was assisted by a coordinator who was with me for all procedures. The living conditions in the ward are wonderful, very homelike.

I suffered from arthrosis for over 10 years. I took medication, went to physiotherapy, even tried mud baths, but everything only gave temporary relief. When I finally decided to go to a foreign clinic, I was diagnosed with 'bilateral gonarthrosis of the 3rd degree.'

At Dr. Lee Chun Taek's clinic, I underwent all necessary examinations and was sent for surgery. After it, I feel excellent, the pain no longer bothers me.

I want to thank the professional doctors, caring nurses, and coordinator Kristina.

First of all, I want to express my gratitude to Dr. Shin Min Ho, who operated on me and rid me of 'bunions' on my feet. He is a good doctor and a pleasant, warm-hearted person.

The treatment was successful, without any complications. I was placed in a ward on the 5th floor, which I really liked. It's convenient, specially designed for people with disabilities, clean, bright. Nurses always change the bed linen on time and provide fresh towels and pajamas, injections are painless. The medical staff is very smiley, always ready to help and uplift your mood. My interpreter was an attentive girl, an excellent specialist.