The program includes:
- Initial presentation in the clinic
- clinical history taking
- review of medical records
- physical examination
- laboratory tests:
- complete blood count
- biochemical analysis of blood
- TSH-basal, fT3, fT4
- tumor markers
- inflammation indicators (CRP, ESR)
- indicators blood coagulation
- CT/MRI of the head, neck
- general otolaryngological examination
- laryngoscopy with biopsy
- preoperative care
- extensive resection of the tumor and tracheostoma placement
- histologically and immunohistochemically
examination of the removed tissues - symptomatic treatment
- control examinations
- the cost of essential medicines and materials
- nursing services
- full hospital accommodation
- explanation of future recommendations
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 Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery at the Samsung Medical Center 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 is headed by Prof. Dr. med. Chung Seung Kyu.
The range of medical services of the department includes:
- Diagnosis and treatment of ear diseases
- Microscopic surgery
- Endoscopic surgery
- Installation of hearing aids
- Cochlear implantation
- Other services
- Diagnosis and treatment of dizziness
- Diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the nose, paranasal sinuses
- Endoscopic interventions (for example, to treat benign nasal tumors)
- Functional rhinoplasty (for example, to eliminate nasal congestion)
- Other services
- Diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- Snoring
- Other services
- Diagnosis and surgical treatment of benign and malignant tumors of the head and neck
- Diagnosis and treatment of vocal cord diseases
- Diagnosis and treatment of oral cancer
- Diagnosis and treatment of laryngeal cancer
- Diagnosis and treatment of pharyngeal cancer
- Diagnosis and treatment of salivary gland cancer
- Head and neck reconstructive surgery (for example, after tumor removal)
- Other services
Curriculum vitae
- Study of Medicine at the Yonsei University.
- Fellowship at the Yonsei Medical Center.
- Residency at the Yonsei Medical Center.
- Internship at the Yonsei Medical Center.
Additional Education
- Kagoshima University Faculty of Medicine, Kagoshima, Japan.
- Georgia Nasal and Sinus Institute, Savannah, Georgia, USA.
- University of Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania, USA.
- Oregon Health and Science University, Oregon, USA.
Clinical and Research Interests
- Rhinology.
- 3D anatomy of the paranasal sinuses.
- Airflow in the nasal cavity.
Membership in the Academic Societies
- Korean Society of Otolaryngology.
- Korean Society of Rhinology.
- American Society of Rhinology.
- International Society of Rhinology.
Photo of the doctor: (c) Samsung Medical Center
About hospital
The Samsung Medical Center was founded in 1994 and soon won the reputation of a medical facility of presidential standards, which it still preserves today. The hospital has 40 departments, 10 specialized centers and a huge Cancer Center with 655 beds.
The medical facility is equipped with advanced equipment (for example, a 32-channel spiral magnetic resonance tomograph and Somatom computer tomograph), as well as with the picture archiving and communication system that provides the highest level of medical care. In addition, the hospital boasts state-of-the-art infrastructure and outstanding medical personnel, which makes every effort to provide the patient with comprehensive first-class medical care, create a friendly attitude, show understanding and sympathy. The hospital constantly develops, monitors all world innovations and is engaged in active research activities.
Thanks to the outstanding treatment results, the hospital has the highest rating and enjoys worldwide popularity. For example, survival rates after liver transplantation and hematopoietic stem cell transplantation in children are among the best in the world. Also, the clinic demonstrates excellent treatment results for oncological diseases and the best survival rates of very premature babies (born on the 25th week of pregnancy) with a weight of only 380 g. The survival rates of very premature babies exceeds 50%, and this result is considered the best in the world.
Thus, the Samsung Medical Center is one of the best hospitals in South Korea and all over the world, known for its comfort and high-quality treatment. The hospital has received many awards, including the award of the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare.
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Accommodation in hospital
Patients rooms
The patients of the Samsung Medical Center live in comfortable patient rooms made in a modern design. Also specially equipped rooms for patients with disabilities are offered. Each patient room is furnished with a comfortable bed, a bedside table, a telephone and TV. The hospital offers free Internet access.
The medical center has an excellent infrastructure: pharmacies, a gift shop, a beauty salon, a bank, a restaurant, a food court, cafeterias, prayer rooms for representatives of different faiths.
Meals and Menus
The medical center offers patients delicious and healthy three meals a day: buffet breakfast, a nutritious lunch and dinner. The menu features a variety of international dishes, including vegetarian ones. In addition, the hospital has several food courts, cafeterias and a restaurant, where one can also taste delicious food and drink either hot or refreshing drinks.
Further details
Standard rooms include: