Health

Health

Seoul is home to some of the best medical facilities and professionals in the world. The city boasts one of the highest cancer survival rates and access rates recognised by the OECD. The universal healthcare system in South Korea is particularly good and the Medical Referral Service (MRS) for foreigners is helpful at putting visitors in contact with the correct, English speaking staff. Seoul National University Hospital is one of the best for internationals. There are many different pharmacies in Seoul and you can find one on nearly every major street or road. They are marked with a sign that reads “약” or “yak” which means “medicine”. Most pharmacies are closed on Sundays but many located in large shopping malls, subway stations and bus terminals remain open all week. A 24-hour information service is available by dialling 120 or 1339.

Useful Information

• Address: 101 Daehak-ro, Jongno District, Seoul
• Email: international@snuh.org
• Phone: +82 2 2072 0505
• More Info: www.snuh.org/global/en/main.do
• Address: Mon–Fri 8am–6pm, Sat 8am–1pm, Sun Closed