plan your trip/ consultation kit
ASK BEFORE YOU SAY YES.
The questions to ask a surgeon in Seoul before you book: who operates, how safe it is, what it really costs and when you can fly home. Tick them off and write down the answers during your consultation.
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Your goals
The surgeon
Safety
Price
Recovery and going home
Language and paperwork
Frequently asked questions
- What should I ask at a plastic surgery consultation in Seoul?
- Start with who will operate and whether they do the whole operation themselves. Then ask about anesthesia and the emergency plan, a full written price including VAT and extras, the revision policy, and when it is safe to fly home. The checklist above has every question and why it matters.
- How do I check that a surgeon in Seoul is qualified?
- In Korea, ask for the doctor's specialist registration. Board-certified plastic surgeons are members of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons (KSPRS); dermatologists of the Korean Dermatological Association. Clinics that treat foreign patients must be registered with the government.
- What should I bring to my consultation?
- Bring photos of what you would like, and of what you do not want; a list of your medication and supplements, with doses; allergies, health conditions and previous treatments or surgery, with dates; ask when to stop blood thinners such as aspirin, ibuprofen and fish oil, and smoking, before surgery; your travel dates, so the clinic can plan treatment and follow-ups; your budget, and this list of questions.
- Can I have a consultation online before I fly?
- Many Seoul clinics offer an online consultation by video or by message with photos. It helps you compare clinics before you travel, but the final plan and price are set at the consultation in person.