The program includes:
- Initial presentation in the clinic
- clinical history taking
- physical examination
- review of medical records
- laboratory tests:
- complete blood count
- biochemical analysis of blood
- TSH, fT3, fT4
- indicators of inflammation (CRP, ESR)
- indicators blood coagulation
- otorhinolaryngological examination:
- rhinoscopy
- otoscopy
- pharyngoscopy
- x-ray/ ultrasound
- head CT/ MRI
- biopsy with histology
- preparation according to preoperative standard
- surgical resection of paraganglioma
- symptomatic treatment
- control examinations
- the cost of essential medicines and materials
- nursing services
- full hospital accommodation
- explanation of future recommendations
- written statement
Required documents
- Medical records
- MRI/CT scan (not older than 3 months)
- Biopsy results (if available)
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About the department
The Department of Otorhinolaryngology at the Asan Medical Center offers both conservative and surgical treatment of all diseases of ear, nose, sinus, throat, mouth, neck, thyroid, salivary gland, trachea and esophagus. The department specializes in treatment of head and neck tumors, cochlear implantations, such procedures as adenoidectomy and tonsillectomy, surgeries for chronic rhinosinusitis and chronic otitis media, etc. The department is led by Dr. Woo-seok Kang.
The department has at its disposal the latest surgical methods that allow the physicians not only to completely remove benign and malignant tumors on the head and neck, but also to achieve improved cosmetic and functional reconstruction of this area. Specialists of the department successfully conduct skull base surgeries using developed techniques and technologies. Besides, they also have an extraordinary expertise in implantation of artificial cochlea that offers an opportunity to obtain a better quality of life for patients suffering from deafness.
In the field of surgical treatment, preference is given to endoscopic procedures, which help to ensure a shorter recovery time for the patient. In particular, various diseases of the sinus cavities are successfully treated endoscopically. Apart from that, the department belongs to the leading medical centers for rhinoplasty by constantly developing new procedures that will improve functional and cosmetic treatment outcomes.
The range of services offered by the department:
- Diagnosis and treatment of all benign diseases of ear, nose, sinus, throat, mouth, neck, thyroid, salivary gland, trachea and esophagus
- Diagnosis and treatment of head and neck cancer including thyroid, oral, oropharyngeal and laryngeal and salivary gland cancer
- Brain tumor treatment (in cooperation with the Brain Tumor Center)
- Cochlear implantation (more than 1,500 cochlear implantations have been already performed)
- Treatment of sleep apnea
- Correction of congenital and acquired abnormalities of the nose (rhinoplasty)
- Diagnosis and treatment of other diseases
Curriculum vitae
Education
- Doctor of Medicine, University of Ulsan.
- Master of Medicine, University of Ulsan.
- Bachelor of Medicine, Seoul National University.
Major Professional Experiences
- Associate Professor in Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, UUCM AMC.
- Fellowship in Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Harvard University, USA.
- Assistant Professor in Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Gangneng Asan Medical Center.
- Fellowship in Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, UUCM AMC.
- Residency in Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, UUCM AMC.
- Internship in UUCM AMC.
Photo of the doctor: (c) Asan Medical Center
About hospital
Asan Medical Center is Korea’s largest medical institution, with 1,600 physicians and surgeons, 3,100 nurses, 2,680 beds, and 67 operating rooms, occupying more than four million square feet (about 371,600 square meters). A typical day at AMC sees 2,500 inpatients and 10,000 outpatients treated. The center specializes in treatment of heart diseases, cancer, digestive diseases, health screening and promoting as well as organ transplantation which is carried out within the corresponding centers of excellence.
In addition to the five above mentioned centers of excellence, the center also specializes in orthopedics (95 percent success rate for hip and knee replacements), treatment of Infectious diseases caused by microorganisms (bacteria, viruses, parasites, and fungi). The center occupies the first positions in the field of oral and maxillofacial surgeries (Department of Dentistry) and implantology. Apart from that, Asan’s Department of Reproductive Medicine and the Infertility Clinic work together as world leaders in assisted reproductive technologies. The Department of Plastic Surgery and the Asan Aesthetic Center offers a broad range of reconstructive and cosmetic surgeries.
Consistent pursuit of cutting-edge medical technology and devotion to patient-centered care has brought AMC many honors and awards. Perhaps its most prestigious honor is being named Korea’s Most Admired Hospital for five consecutive years (2007–2011) by the Korea Management Association Consulting. The Ministry of Health, Welfare, and Family Affairs repeatedly recognized Asan as a Highest Quality of Care Hospital, and in 2009 granted it the Grand Award for Korean Medical Travel, as a hospital well prepared for international patients.
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Accommodation in hospital
Patients rooms
Asan offers five different types of rooms, from budget-conscious multibed units up to VIP suites. All rooms include:
- electronically adjustable beds
- personal nurse call system
- bedside patient-controlled room light and TV
- individual cable TV including Korean, English, and foreign-language programming
- guest chair
- personal telephone for local and international calls
Meals and Menus
Asan also provides patients and visitors with a broad range of gastronomic offerings. The restaurants of the medical center serve Korean, Western, Japanese and Chinese cuisine.
Further details
Standard rooms include: