Making a Medical Appointment in Korea

For planned medical treatment in Korea, international patients should arrange their appointment before finalizing their medical travel schedule.

Appointment procedures vary between hospitals, departments, and medical specialties. Major hospitals may have dedicated international patient centers that assist overseas patients with scheduling.

HOW TO REQUEST AN APPOINTMENT

Depending on the hospital, international patients may be able to contact the institution through:

• International patient center
• Hospital website
• Online inquiry
• Telephone
• Email
• Other official hospital channels

Use the hospital's official contact information whenever possible.

INFORMATION YOU MAY NEED

The hospital may request:

• Full name
• Date of birth
• Nationality
• Passport information when required
• Contact details
• Medical condition or diagnosis
• Preferred medical department
• Previous medical records
• Imaging or test results
• Preferred appointment dates

Requirements vary by institution.

MEDICAL RECORD REVIEW

For complex conditions, the hospital may ask to review medical records before confirming the appropriate specialist or appointment.

A typical process may be:

Contact Hospital → Submit Requested Records → Hospital Review → Department Selection → Appointment Confirmation

Do not assume that simply submitting an inquiry means the appointment has been confirmed.

CONFIRM THE APPOINTMENT

Before booking your travel, check:

Hospital → Department → Doctor if Applicable → Date → Time → Location → Required Documents

Also confirm whether additional examinations are planned on the same day.

ASK ABOUT PREPARATION

Some appointments or tests require special preparation.

The hospital may provide instructions concerning:

• Fasting
• Medication
• Previous medical records
• Imaging
• Arrival time
• Other examination-specific preparation

Follow the hospital's instructions rather than general online advice.

LANGUAGE SUPPORT

If you need English or another language, request assistance when making the appointment.

Do not assume interpretation will automatically be available simply because the hospital treats international patients.

CHANGES & CANCELLATIONS

Travel plans can change, and medical schedules can also be adjusted.

If you cannot attend:

Contact the Hospital as Early as Possible

Ask about applicable rescheduling, cancellation, deposit, or refund policies.