1885
Year Established
Korea’s first Western medicine hospital
2400
Hospital Beds
Major academic medical campus of Yonsei University
30,000+
Da Vinci Procedures
Global leader in robotic-assisted surgery
1.5 Million
Patients Per Year
Trusted by patients from Korea and abroad
Hospital Overview
Severance Hospital is the oldest and one of the most prestigious medical institutions in South Korea. Affiliated with Yonsei University, it is internationally recognised for academic medicine, advanced cancer care, and pioneering achievements in robotic surgery. The hospital combines clinical excellence with research and innovation, attracting patients seeking highly specialised treatment.
Founded in 1885 as Korea’s first Western medicine hospital, Severance has played a central role in the development of modern healthcare in the country. Over more than a century, it has evolved into a leading academic medical centre with 2,400 beds and a strong reputation for evidence-based medicine, education, and scientific research. Today, patients benefit from access to one of Asia’s most respected university hospital systems.
The hospital is recognised for expertise in oncology, neurosurgery, organ transplantation, and advanced ophthalmology. Severance is particularly known for its leadership in robotic-assisted surgery and has performed one of the highest volumes of robotic procedures worldwide. Its cancer centre applies a multidisciplinary approach, bringing together specialists from multiple fields to develop personalised treatment strategies for complex cases.
Severance Hospital is equipped with some of the most advanced medical technologies available in Asia. The hospital operates a Heavy Ion Therapy Center, offering one of the most sophisticated forms of radiation treatment for selected cancers. Surgeons utilise the latest generations of Da Vinci robotic systems, while artificial intelligence and advanced navigation technologies support highly precise procedures involving the brain, spine, and other complex anatomical structures.
Patient care is delivered by professors and specialists from Yonsei University College of Medicine. In addition to clinical practice, physicians are actively involved in teaching, research, and international clinical trials. Their academic expertise allows them to manage highly complex conditions and challenging cases. International patients are supported by a dedicated global services team that assists with medical records, appointments, treatment coordination, and interpreter services.
The hospital’s commitment to patient safety and quality of care is reflected in its JCI accreditation and certification by the Korean Accreditation Program for Hospitals Serving Foreign Patients (KAHF). These recognitions confirm compliance with international healthcare standards and high-quality services for international patients. Continuous quality monitoring, an academic approach to medicine, and recognition as one of Asia’s leading hospitals make Severance Hospital a trusted choice for patients seeking complex treatment abroad.
