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Korea University Anam Hospital — Seoul, South Korea
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Korea University Anam Hospital

KR Seoul, South Korea · Multi-specialty

83/100 AA Grade

Trust Index 84 · Strong

World's Best Hospitals 2026 #10 in South
How this score is built
Accreditation 30% 96
Clinical outcomes 25% 88
Reputation 20% 67
Transparency 10% 86
Track record 10% 78
Reviews 5% 63

75% of the score is objective and verifiable; the same public formula applies to every clinic.

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#10 in South — World's Best Hospitals 2026 3.7★ JCI accredited

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Sourced facts JCI accredited · JCI-accredited since 2009, re-accredited 2012

Established in 1991 and part of Korea University Medical Center, Korea University Anam Hospital in Seongbuk-gu is a 1,056-bed JCI-accredited academic hospital (since 2009) with 36 departments and 10 specialised centres spanning oncology, cardiology, robotic surgery and transplantation.

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Patient rating
3.7/5
173 Google reviews
Trust Index
84/100
Strong
Data confidence
48%
Partial · 31% verified
Founded
1991
35 yrs
Specialties
28
departments

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MHI · Method 1.3 Methodology →

One comparable score per hospital — each metric below is measured against the registry and weighted by the same public formula. Unsourced metrics are excluded, never guessed.

83
AA
Newsweek World's Best #10 in South Korea

100% of the formula backed by data

  • Trust Index 84 Our index 84/100 · vs 137 same-country hospitals · 100th percentile
  • Profile completeness 48 Our index 48% · share of our profile verified vs modeled — informational, not scored
  • Quality & reputation 73 ✓ Verified #10 in country (Newsweek/US-News) · 3.7★ Google · objective outcomes ≫ independent ranking ≫ patient reviews · 90th percentile
  • Accreditation 90 ✓ Verified JCI current · current JCI ≫ independent bodies (Magnet/CAP/DNV) ≫ historical/on-record
  • Price transparency Not sourced — · separate pricing axis — informational, not scored in the quality grade
  • Scale 88 ✓ Verified 1,056 beds · vs 84 sourced hospitals in the registry · 76th percentile

The composite is the weight-normalized mean of available metrics. The same method applies to every hospital in the registry. Machine-readable version below for models & crawlers.

Location & getting here

Verified 2026-07-07

Address, neighbourhood, and how long transit and airports take.

73 Goryeodae-ro, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul 02841, South Korea

Seongbuk-gu / Anam · Seoul, South Korea

Anam, Seongbuk-gu — north-eastern Seoul on the Korea University campus, near Anam Station (Line 6).

Getting here

  • Seoul Metro Line 6 — Anam Station 400 m · 5 min walk
  • Incheon Int'l Airport (ICN) 55 km · ~70 min by car
  • Gimpo Int'l Airport (GMP) 24 km · ~45 min by car

Patient reviews

✓ Google · verified

Google's published rating, put in context against how hospitals actually score.

3.7 / 5

173 Google reviews

Exceptional for a hospital

Top 10%

better than ~90% of hospitals

A hospital's stars run far lower than shops or restaurants — reviews are written amid illness, big bills and stress, and unhappy patients review the most. The average hospital scores just 2.85★ on Google, so This hospital's 3.7★ sits near the top of the range.

Typical hospital2.85★
This hospital3.7★
worst hospital 1.4★best 4.6★

Rating is Google's, shown as reported (173 reviews). The "top %" is an estimate from peer-reviewed hospital-rating studies (Canadian nationwide 2018–19, n=167, mean 2.85★; US hospitals, median 3.0★) — we score against the hospital distribution, not the naive 0–5 scale.

Patients rate Korea University Anam Hospital 3.7★ across 173 Google reviews — exceptional for a hospital, better than roughly 90% of hospitals on our worldwide rating benchmark.

Packages & fixed-price offers

Sourced

Prices the hospital publishes itself — 1 package. Anything not listed here is quoted per case.

건강검진 프로그램 tier band (Basic → NOBLESSE) — aggregator-reported, unconfirmed on own page

$449 (₩670,000)

Anam Health Promotion Center program tiers as reported by an aggregator (himedi 2026), attributed to Anam's own menu but NOT confirmed on the hospital's own (JS-gated) page. USD→KRW ~1,370: Basic ~$490/$510 (≈670,000/700,000) → 100-Se Nuri Brain Health ~$1,570/$1,595 (≈2,150,000/2,185,000) → NOBLESSE top tier ~$5,030/$5,330 (≈6,890,000/7,300,000). Programs offered: Standard, Standard-plus, Noble, Premium, VIP, Cancer-specific, Brain-specific (JCI-accredited screening center). (verified=0 — aggregator-reported tier band; hospital's own page is JS-gated and could not confirm the KRW figures. Stored as an approximate range from USD, not a hospital-published KRW number. Re-source on the own page before promoting to verified.)

Hospital price page · 2026-01-01

Doctors, nurses & expertise

Sourced

The hospital's published headcount and capacity.

Beds
1,056
sourced

From the hospital's published figures. Nurse counts and training ratios will appear once sourced.

Accreditations

Independently verifiable

Only independent, checkable accreditations and rankings — published by the accrediting bodies themselves. Self-reported trade awards are deliberately omitted.

JCI

Joint Commission International

International hospital accreditation (since 2009)

World's Best Hospitals 2026

Newsweek / Statista

#10 in South Korea (score 83.56)

Independent signals

Sourced

Government quality-inspection grades, independent accreditation/certification, and insurer networks — matched from public registries, not submitted by the hospital.

Insurer network

  • In-network: Bupa Bupa contracted provider; 34 specialties listed in Bupa network profile as of 2026-07 Source →

Specialty ranking

  • Newsweek Specialized #185 world — Oncology (2026) as of 2026 Source →
  • Newsweek Specialized #92 world — Cardiology (2026) as of 2026 Source →
  • Newsweek Specialized #115 world — Endocrinology (2026) as of 2026 Source →
  • Newsweek Specialized #33 world — Gastroenterology (2026) as of 2026 Source →
  • Newsweek Specialized #107 world — Pediatrics (2026) as of 2026 Source →
  • Newsweek Specialized #28 world — Urology (2026) as of 2026 Source →
  • Newsweek Specialized #134 world — Asia Pacific (2026) as of 2026 Source →

Ownership & governance

Sourced

Who owns it and how long it's operated — from public records.

Corporate

Ownership
Private · Korea University Medical Center (Korea University)
Established
1991 · 35 yrs

From public corporate records. Complaint rates and ethics signals will appear once independently sourced.

Conditions treated here

This hospital

Korea University Anam Hospital treats 88 conditions across 7 fields. What it covers — tap a field for this hospital's own prices.

Cancer Treatment (Oncology) compare in Seoul →

Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) · Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) · Basal cell carcinoma · Bladder Cancer · Brain tumor · Breast cancer · Cervical cancer · Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) · Chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) · Colon cancer · Cutaneous lymphoma · Endometrial cancer · Esophageal cancer · Gastric cancer · Head and Neck Cancer · Hepatocellular carcinoma · Hodgkin Lymphoma · Kidney Cancer (Renal Cell Carcinoma) · Leukemia · Lung cancer · Lymphoma · Melanoma · Multiple myeloma · Oral cancer · Ovarian cancer · Pancreatic cancer · Prostate cancer · Rectal Cancer · Soft Tissue Sarcoma · Squamous cell carcinoma · Testicular cancer · Thyroid Cancer

Orthopedics compare in Seoul →

Achilles Tendinitis · ACL Injury (Torn Knee Ligament) · Bunion (Hallux Valgus) · Carpal tunnel syndrome · Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis) · Gout · Osteoarthritis · Osteoporosis · Plantar Fasciitis · Rheumatoid arthritis · Sciatica · Scoliosis · Spinal cord injury · Spinal stenosis · Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ) · Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)

Cardiology & Heart Surgery compare in Seoul →

Aortic Aneurysm · Atrial fibrillation · Cardiac Arrhythmia · Cardiomyopathy · Congenital Heart Disease · Congestive heart failure · Coronary artery disease · Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) · Hypertension · Myocardial infarction (heart attack) · Peripheral Artery Disease · Valvular heart disease

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Eye Care (Ophthalmology) compare in Seoul →

Age-Related Macular Degeneration · Cataracts · Diabetic Retinopathy · Dry Eye Disease · Glaucoma · Keratoconus · Pterygium (Surfer's Eye) · Ptosis (Drooping Eyelid) · Refractive Error (Myopia, Astigmatism) · Retinal detachment · Strabismus (Crossed Eyes)

Bruxism (Teeth Grinding) · Cracked or Broken Tooth · Dental Abscess · Dental caries · Impacted Wisdom Teeth · Malocclusion (Crooked Teeth / Bad Bite) · Periodontitis (Gum Disease) · Tooth Loss (Missing Teeth)

Fertility & IVF compare in Seoul →

Endometriosis · Infertility (female) · Infertility (male) · Menopause · Ovarian cysts · Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) · Recurrent Miscarriage · Uterine Fibroids

Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery compare in Seoul →

Gynecomastia (Enlarged Male Breast)

A directory of fields this hospital covers — not a claim it treats every case. Suitability is confirmed with the specialist.

Specialists & departments

This hospital

28 specialties across 8 fields. Tap a field for this hospital's prices.

Fertility & IVF compare in Seoul →

Gynecologist · Neurologist · Obstetrician · Urologist

Cancer Treatment (Oncology) compare in Seoul →

Nuclear Medicine Radiologist · Oncologist · Pathologist · Radiologist

Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery compare in Seoul →

Dermatologist · Plastic Surgeon · Reconstructive Surgeon

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Cardiology & Heart Surgery compare in Seoul →

Cardiothoracic Surgeon · Thoracic Surgeon

Orthopedics compare in Seoul →

Orthopedic Surgeon · Physiatrist

Dentist

Eye Care (Ophthalmology) compare in Seoul →

Ophthalmologist

General & other compare in Seoul →

Anesthesiologist · Emergency Medicine Physician · Family Medicine Physician · General Internal Medicine Physician · General Surgeon · Neurosurgeon · Otolaryngologist · Pain Management Specialist · Pediatrician · Psychiatrist · Rehabilitation Specialist

Doctor types, never named individuals.

Compare hospitals in South Korea

Our index

Side by side on what actually decides the choice — our grade, the Newsweek ranking, patient reviews, accreditation, and real verified prices. Best in each row marked ★.

Compared with 3 other South Korea hospitals here, Korea University Anam Hospital carries a A grade (#10 in South — World's Best Hospitals 2026), ranks #4 of 4 on our merit score (81).

Metric This hospital Korea University Anam Hospital Seoul Samsung Medical Center Seoul Asan Medical Center Seoul Severance Hospital (Yonsei University) Seoul
Hospital gradeNewsweek in-country rank where ranked, else our merit score A · 81 AAA · 93 AA · 91 AA · 87
Newsweek rankWorld's Best Hospitals #10 in country #1 in country #2 in country #3 in country
Patient ratingGoogle, sourced 3.7★ 3.9★ 4.0★ 3.8★
Accreditationindependent bodies JCI JCI JCI JCI
Published pricesverified, comparable 6 verified 7 verified 2 verified
From pricecheapest verified $94 $154 $409
Profile You're here Open profile Open profile Open profile

Six decision metrics on the same public formula — our grade, the Newsweek ranking, patient reviews, accreditation and real verified prices. "—" means not yet sourced, never guessed. Best in each row marked ★. All hospitals →

Common questions about Korea University Anam Hospital

Straight answers from the data on this page — cost, accreditation, rating, and location.

Is Korea University Anam Hospital accredited?

Yes — Korea University Anam Hospital holds JCI. We list only independent, checkable accreditations published by the accrediting bodies themselves; self-reported trade or marketing awards are excluded.

How is Korea University Anam Hospital rated?

Korea University Anam Hospital has a 3.7-star Google rating from 173 reviews, and scores 83/100 (grade AA) on our independent Trust Index, alongside its rank of #10 in South — World's Best Hospitals 2026. The Trust Index is one public formula applied to every hospital — the

What is Korea University Anam Hospital known for?

Established in 1991 and part of Korea University Medical Center, Korea University Anam Hospital in Seongbuk-gu is a 1,056-bed JCI-accredited academic hospital (since 2009) with 36 departments and 10 specialised centres spanning oncology, cardiology, robotic surgery and transplantation.

Where is Korea University Anam Hospital?

Korea University Anam Hospital is located at 73 Goryeodae-ro, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul 02841, South Korea, Seongbuk-gu / Anam, Seoul, South Korea.

Traveling to Seoul, South Korea

Sourced Full South Korea guide →

South Korea crossed the 1-million mark as a medical-travel destination for the first time in 2024: about 1.17 million foreign patients were treated, up 93.2% from 610,000 in 2023 (Ministry of Health and Welfare / KHIDI). The largest patient groups came from Japan, China, the United States, Thailand and Taiwan, and the most-used specialties were dermatology, plastic surgery, internal/general medicine and health screening. Seoul concentrates most volume, drawing patients for aesthetic and dermatologic care, health check-ups, oncology and advanced surgery delivered in JCI-accredited hospitals with dedicated international-patient centers — at prices below the US while the government regulates and publishes standards through KHIDI's Medical Korea program.

Visa
Most Western nationalities (US, UK, EU/Schengen, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Japan) enter visa-free for short medical or tourist visits. The K-ETA (electronic travel authorization) requirement is temporarily WAIVED for 67 countries and territories through 31 December 2026 — eligible travellers enter without applying for a K-ETA; the requirement is expected to resume 1 January 2027. Confirm your nationality's current rule before travelling.
Medical / long-stay visa
For treatment, foreign patients typically use the C-3-3 medical tourism visa (short-term, stays up to 90 days, generally not extendable beyond 90 days except in special circumstances). For treatment or recovery longer than 90 days, patients change to or apply for the G-1-10 long-term medical treatment visa, which can be extended inside Korea; it requires hospital documentation (medical opinion, treatment schedule, payment records). Applications must be tied to a medical institution registered with KTO/KHIDI.
Arrival
From 1 January 2026, all foreign arrivals must file the mandatory digital e-Arrival Card online (within 3 days before arrival) — it replaces the paper disembarkation card and is a declaration, not a visa. Travellers who hold an approved K-ETA are exempt from the arrival card, but nationals of K-ETA-waived countries (US, UK, EU, Japan, etc.) must still complete the e-Arrival Card.
Currency
South Korean Won (KRW, ₩)
Languages
Korean; English widely spoken in international-patient centers at major hospitals, with interpreter services in multiple languages
Safety & recourse
Very safe for visitors · Established malpractice recourse

General guidance — confirm current rules for your nationality with official sources. Verified against: Korea Immigration — K-ETA temporary exemption extended to 31 Dec 2026 (MOFA/KPMG GMS alert) · Korea e-Arrival Card mandatory from 1 Jan 2026 · Medical Korea — medical visa (C-3-3 / G-1-10), KHIDI · MOHW — Korea attracts 1.17 million foreign patients in 2024.

Data & sources

31% verified View verified only

How much of this profile is verified data — every section above carries a chip telling you where its numbers come from.

48%
data confidence · Partial
Verified facts31%
Profile filled88%
All 16 data fields — what's verified, imported or modeled Show more
  • Identity & location ✓ Verified
  • Accreditation ✓ Verified
  • Published prices Not yet collected
  • Languages Not yet collected
  • Patient reviews ✓ Verified
  • Staff & expertise Imported
  • Safety & complications Modeled
  • Accommodation & rooms Modeled
  • Facilities & access Imported
  • Insurance & payment Modeled
  • Inclusive & accessible care Modeled
  • Ownership & governance ✓ Verified
  • Volume & outcomes Modeled
  • International-patient mix Modeled
  • Surgical team depth Modeled
  • Specialties & clinical professions ✓ Verified

Every field is tagged by source state. "Verified" = sourced and checked; "Imported" = real data pending re-verification; "Modeled" = deterministic placeholder for this preview; "Not yet collected" = on our roadmap. Confidence feeds the Trust Index and the finder's verified-only filter. Methodology →

Reviews, staff, accreditations, awards, research and inclusive-care figures are aggregated or modeled from published signals for this preview; real registry, outcome and review data replace them before launch. How we model this →

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