Samsung Medical Center Seoul - Departments

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Radiation Oncology offers the full range of services in this medical field. The department specializes in the treatment of cancer of various organs with the help of ionizing radiation. An experienced medical team of the department applies the very latest and most effective methods of therapy, thanks to which it provides excellent treatment results even in especially severe clinical cases.

The Department of Radiology offers the full range of services in this field. The main task of the department is diagnosis and treatment with the help of ionizing radiation. The department is equipped with advanced CT, MRI devices, X-ray systems, which, combined with extensive practical experience and competent knowledge of the department's physicians, contribute to high-precision diagnosis and effective treatment.

The Department of Rheumatology offers the full range of diagnostic and therapeutic services in this medical field. The experienced doctors of the department have in their arsenal many modern treatments that allow patients to restore health and improve the quality of life.

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery offers the full range of services in this field and specializes in the surgical treatment of heart, lung and esophageal diseases. The department has state-of-the-art operating rooms where interventions of any severity are performed.

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Urology offers the full range of services in this medical field and specializes in the treatment of all diseases of the reproductive organs in representatives of the stronger sex, including children, as well as urethral diseases in women. To provide excellent medical care, doctors use various treatment methods, ranging from conservative therapy, microsurgery, robotic surgery and ending up with radical treatments.

The Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics offers the full range of services in these medical fields. The medical team of the department makes every effort to provide patients with effective treatment of both benign and malignant diseases of the female genital organs. The department also specializes in providing high-quality obstetric services. There is a unique experience in managing high-risk pregnancies.

The Department of Oncology and Hematology offers the full range of services in these medical fields. The main clinical focuses include diagnostics and treatment of various forms of oncological diseases and blood diseases. The medical team of the department strives not only to prolong the life of patients, but also to improve its quality.

The Department of Infectology offers the full range of services in this medical field and specializes in the treatment of patients suffering from bacterial, fungal and viral infectious diseases, as well as tuberculosis. In addition, the scope of tasks of the department’s medical team includes the treatment of opportunistic infections in patients after organ and hematopoietic stem cell transplantation, patients with immunodeficiency, oncological diseases.

The Department of Laboratory Medicine and Genetics offers the full range of services in these medical fields. The department deals with the early diagnosis of various diseases, including hereditary ones, confirmation of the diagnosis and interpretation of treatment results by conducting control examinations. Every year, the department introduces more and more new diagnostic methods, which are conducted with the help of advanced medical devices.

The Department of Nephrology offers the full range of services in this field. The department specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of various inflammatory, infectious and metabolic diseases of the kidneys and urinary tract. The medical team of the department, which has a long clinical experience and profound professional knowledge, provides an accurate diagnosis and an effective treatment of these diseases, as well as constantly introduces new therapies.

The Department of Neurology offers the full range of services in this medical field. The department deals with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the central and peripheral nervous system. Much attention is paid to research activities, which aim to develop improved treatments for neurological diseases.

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Neurosurgery offers the full range of services in this medical field and specializes in the surgical treatment of diseases of the brain and spinal cord. The department annually performs more than 3,500 surgeries to treat brain tumors, cerebrovascular diseases, spinal cord diseases, pediatric neurological diseases and functional brain disorders. During the treatment, doctors use state-of-the-art neuronavigation systems, neuroendoscopy, intraoperative CT examination, which provide the most effective treatment.

The Department of Nuclear Medicine offers the full range of services in this field. The main task of the department’s medical team is to diagnose and treat various diseases with the help of radioactive isotopes. In addition, the department provides an accurate early diagnosis of many cancers, neurological, endocrine diseases, heart and kidney pathologies.

As the largest ophthalmological facility in Korea, the Department of Adult and Pediatric Ophthalmology offers the full range of services in this field. It annually treats over 110,000 outpatients and performs about 6,000 interventions to treat eye diseases. The main clinical focuses include the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the retina, anterior eye segment, glaucoma, cataract, strabismus, oculoplastic surgery, pediatric ophthalmology and neuro-ophthalmology.

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Orthopedics, Orthopedic Surgery offers the full range of services in these medical fields. The department specializes in the treatment of all diseases and injuries of the musculoskeletal system. A highly qualified medical team has in its arsenal many effective conservative methods and proven surgical techniques.

The Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery offers the full range of services in these medical fields. The department deals with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the ears, nose and throat. The scope of tasks of the department’s medical team also includes surgical treatment of benign and malignant neoplasms of the head and neck. The department shows excellent treatment results and enjoys a good reputation.

The Department of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine offers the full range of services in this field. The department uses the latest diagnostic and therapeutic methods to provide first-class medical care for young patients. The goal of the department is "Making a world of healthy children", so the medical team is not only engaged in clinical practice, but also conducts active research activities.

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Plastic Surgery offers the full range of services in this medical field. The department annually treats 1,000 inpatients and about 18,000 outpatients. It performs over 3,700 surgical interventions every year. The world-renowned surgeons provide patients with a comprehensive, first-class medical care, due to which the department has gained an excellent reputation not only in Korea, but also far beyond its borders.

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Psychiatry offers the full range of services in this medical field. Particular attention is paid to the treatment of depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, panic attacks, dementia, mental development disorders in children. The department employs a competent medical team, consisting of experienced doctors, nurses, clinical psychologists, professional therapists, experts in special education and social workers, which works for the benefit of the patients.

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Anesthesiology, Pain Therapy offers the full range of services in these medical fields. The specialization of the department covers anesthesia for simple operations, uncomfortable diagnostic procedures and extensive complex interventions, as well as for the treatment of chronic pain. The experienced doctors of the department determine the patient's condition before the operation, provide the necessary assistance during the operation, monitor the course of the operation to maintain patient’s optimal condition and help with postoperative recovery.

The Department of Cardiology offers the full range of services in this medical field. It provides comprehensive treatment of ischemic heart disease, heart failure, heart valve diseases, arrhythmia, hypertension, aortic diseases, diseases of the peripheral vessels and other pathologies. In addition, the department has an advanced Imaging Center, which provides accurate diagnosis of all cardiac pathologies.

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Dentistry, Maxillofacial Surgery offers the full range of services and specializes in the treatment of diseases of teeth, gums, maxillofacial pathologies, including malocclusion, in adults and children. The state-of-the-art dental equipment and high professionalism of the department’s medical team contribute to the excellent service for patients. As a highly specialized clinic, the department consists of six sections responsible for a specific narrow field of dentistry.

The Department of Dermatology offers the full range of diagnostic and therapeutic services in this field. The medical team of the department, consisting of highly qualified doctors, professors and nurses, uses the state-of-the-art equipment, which has no analogues in other hospitals of the world, for example, a laser system for Doppler flowmetry, advanced phototherapy devices, etc.

The Department of Endocrinology, Diabetology and Metabolic Disorders offers the full range of services in these medical fields. The department specializes in the treatment of hormonal disorders and tumors of the pituitary gland, adrenal glands, thyroid gland, gonads, parathyroid glands and pancreas. The treatment of diabetes mellitus is provided  within the framework of a specialized center, which develops individual, optimal treatment programs that can significantly improve the patient's quality of life.

The Department of Gastroenterology offers the full range of services in this medical field. The department deals with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the stomach, esophagus, small and large intestine, liver and pancreas. Of particular interest is cancer treatment. To ensure an accurate diagnosis, the department has the state-of-the-art endoscopic equipment.

The Department of Adult and Pediatric General Surgery offers the full range of services in this medical field. The department specializes in gastrointestinal surgery, hepatobiliary surgery, colorectal surgery, breast surgery, endocrine, vascular and pediatric surgery. The department is equipped with the state-of-the-art equipment for performing laparoscopic, minimally invasive and robotic interventions that guarantee excellent treatment results.

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Allergology offers the full range of services in this medical field. The department specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of allergic diseases caused by immune hypersensitivity reactions to external substances. The department employs competent doctors who provide quality medical care meeting international standards.

The Department of Mammology offers the full range of diagnostic and therapeutic services in this medical field. The department specializes in the treatment of various types of breast cancer (recurrent, metastatic, hereditary) in women of all age groups, treatment of breast cancer during pregnancy, male breast cancer and benign breast diseases. The department treats more than 2,000 patients every year.