Gynecomastia surgery, erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, prostate BPH, vasectomy, and STD testing. Direct English consultation with Dr. Hwang In-sik — Seoul National University graduate, 16+ years, 3,000+ surgeries.
Transparent USD pricing published upfront. No interpreter needed. Same-day gynecomastia surgery for Grades 1–2. All procedures use FDA/CE-approved devices.
Every procedure uses evidence-based protocols. USD pricing confirmed in writing before any procedure is scheduled.
Grade 1–4 assessment. Periareolar excision, liposuction, combined technique. Day surgery for Grades 1–2. Fly home in 3–5 days. USD $800–$3,600 all-in.
IIEF-5 assessment, penile Doppler, LiSWT shockwave (6 sessions), ICI injection training, AMS 700 CX penile implant for refractory ED. From the cause, not just the symptom.
IELT measurement, PEDT classification, dapoxetine, dorsal nerve block, combination therapy. Evidence-ranked options explained in English at consultation.
IPSS 7-item self-check, uroflowmetry, UroLift, Rezum, TURP. Procedure selected by prostate volume and sexual activity priorities.
CO₂ laser, 45–60 min, local anaesthesia, same-day discharge. Fly home day 3–5 (short-haul). Complication rate under 2%. USD $480–$680.
20–25 minutes, local anaesthesia, same-day discharge. Fly home day 2–3. Sperm clearance confirmed at 8–12 weeks. USD $380–$480.
x20 operating microscope. Vasovasostomy and epididymovasostomy both available. Patency rates published upfront: 97% (0–3yr) to 71% (15+yr). USD $2,600–$3,800.
Same FDA-approved device as the US. Lifetime warranty. 92–95% satisfaction at 5 years. USD $9,200–$11,500 all-in vs. $20,000–$28,000 in the US.
Full 6-test panel (HIV, syphilis, chlamydia, gonorrhoea, HBV, HCV). English written report same day. PIPA private. USD $95–$140.
6-marker hormone panel. Nebido long-acting preferred for foreign patients. First injection in Busan, subsequent at home GP with English protocol letter.
WHO 2021 CASA semen analysis, varicocele repair, TESA, micro-TESE. English IVF coordination letter included.
HA filler girth (+1.5–2.5 cm, reversible), fat transfer (permanent), ligament release (flaccid length). Honest candidacy assessment. No silicone — banned Korea MFDS.
| Medical school | Seoul National University (Korea #1) |
| Board certification | KUA Urologist, 2009 |
| KHIDI Registration | M-2025-02-08-09183 |
| Gynecomastia cases | 3,000+ (single-surgeon) |
| Years in Busan | 16+ |
| Consultation language | English — no interpreter |
| Pricing | Full USD tariff published |
Seoul National University College of Medicine ranks first in Korea and among the top medical schools in Asia. It is the medical school where admission is most competitive in the country. Graduates train at Seoul National University Hospital — one of Korea's highest-volume surgical centres.
Dr. Hwang's 3,000+ case gynecomastia surgical series is among the largest compiled by a single urologist outside a major Korean academic centre. Volume at this level produces precise tissue classification, minimal revision rates, and reliable grade-to-outcome prediction — outcomes directly linked to experience.
The practical significance for foreign patients: when you consult Dr. Hwang, you get an accurate grade assessment, a realistic outcome expectation, and a fixed price — not a sales pitch for the most expensive procedure option.
Same devices, equivalent surgical standards, 40–65% lower cost. Korea's Bloomberg Health Efficiency Index ranking: 2nd globally (2023).
| Procedure | Busan (USD) | USA Private | UK Private | Australia Private |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gynecomastia Grade 2 | $1,400–$2,400 | $5,000–$9,000 | £4,000–£7,000 | AUD 7,000–13,000 |
| AMS 700 Penile Implant | $9,200–$11,500 | $20,000–$28,000 | £14,000–£20,000 | AUD 22,000–32,000 |
| Vasectomy Reversal | $2,600–$3,800 | $5,000–$15,000 | £4,000–£8,000 | AUD 8,000–14,000 |
| LiSWT Shockwave (6 sessions) | $1,000–$1,300 | $3,000–$5,500 | £2,000–£4,000 | AUD 4,000–7,000 |
AMS 700 CX penile implant, Coloplast Genesis, CO₂ laser — the same devices available in the US and UK, with the same manufacturer warranties.
Korean Ministry of Health & Welfare surgical facility standards are equivalent to OECD peers. KHIDI certification requires Ministry verification before a clinic can treat foreign patients.
Citizens of the US, UK, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Singapore, and most EU countries enter Korea visa-free for 90 days. Fly to Gimhae Airport (PUS), Busan.
Send photos or describe your condition. For gynecomastia: photos + description → grade assessment + USD quote within 24 hours. For other procedures: describe symptoms → diagnostic recommendation.
20-minute video call directly with Dr. Hwang in English. Review diagnostics, confirm procedure, agree on fixed all-in USD price. No price changes after this point.
Fly to Gimhae Airport (PUS), Busan. Book accommodation near Seomyeon — clinic at 8F Seongwon Building, 7 min walk from Seomyeon Station Exit 1.
Grade 1–2 gynecomastia: same-day discharge, back at hotel within 4–5 hours. English discharge notes, wound care kit, 24/7 WhatsApp emergency number provided.
Short-haul clearance day 3–5, long-haul day 5–7 — individual assessment via video. 90-day post-op WhatsApp follow-up included in price.
| Address | 8F Seongwon Building, 783 Gaya-daero, Busanjin-gu, Busan 47295 |
| Korean address | 부산진구 가야대로 783 성원빌딩 8층 |
| + 82-51-715-7553 | |
| Hours | Mon–Sat 09:00–19:00 KST |
| Metro | Seomyeon Station Exit 1 — 7 min walk |
| KHIDI | M-2025-02-08-09183 |
| Currencies | USD · KRW · EUR · Crypto |
Answered directly — no vague clinic-speak.
Most men's health clinics recommend procedures. Dr. Hwang recommends the minimum intervention that achieves your goal. The consultation begins with diagnosis — cause, severity, duration — before any treatment option is discussed.
For gynecomastia: grade assessment by palpation before any surgical plan. For ED: IIEF-5 scoring and penile Doppler ultrasound before shockwave, injection, or implant is proposed. For premature ejaculation: IELT stopwatch baseline before medication or nerve block.
This matters for foreign patients specifically: you are investing in flights and accommodation. An accurate cause-based recommendation reduces the probability of returning for revision or escalating treatment.
| Condition | Key Diagnostic Tool | Result Determines |
|---|---|---|
| Gynecomastia | Physical palpation + grade photos | Technique, anaesthesia, OR time |
| Erectile Dysfunction | IIEF-5 + penile Doppler US | Tier 1–4 treatment allocation |
| Premature Ejaculation | IELT baseline + PEDT questionnaire | Medication vs. nerve block |
| Prostate / BPH | IPSS + uroflowmetry + TRUS | UroLift vs. Rezum vs. TURP |
| Low Testosterone | 6-marker hormone panel | TRT indication + agent choice |
| Male Infertility | WHO 2021 CASA semen analysis | Varicocele repair vs. TESA |
Korea uses the same FDA/CE-approved surgical devices as the US and UK. The AMS 700 CX penile implant implanted in Busan is identical to one implanted in New York — same manufacturer, same device code, same lifetime warranty. The cost difference is structural, not a quality differential.
| Procedure | Busan (USD) | USA Private | UK Private | Australia Private | Device |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gynecomastia Grade 1 | $800–$1,100 | $3,000–$5,000 | £2,500–£4,000 | AUD 5,000–8,000 | — |
| Gynecomastia Grade 2 | $1,400–$2,400 | $5,000–$9,000 | £4,000–£7,000 | AUD 8,000–14,000 | — |
| AMS 700 CX Penile Implant | $9,200–$11,500 | $20,000–$28,000 | £14,000–£20,000 | AUD 22,000–32,000 | AMS (Boston Scientific) |
| LiSWT Shockwave (6 sessions) | $1,100–$1,400 | $3,000–$5,500 | £2,000–£4,000 | AUD 4,000–7,000 | STORZ/BTL |
| Vasectomy Reversal | $2,600–$3,800 | $5,000–$15,000 | £4,000–£8,000 | AUD 8,000–14,000 | — |
| No-Scalpel Vasectomy | $380–$480 | $800–$1,500 | £600–£1,200 | AUD 1,200–2,000 | — |
Korea ranked 2nd globally in Bloomberg's Healthcare Efficiency Index (2023). OECD-equivalent surgical facility standards are mandated by the Korean Ministry of Health & Welfare. KHIDI certification (mandatory for foreign patient clinics) requires Ministry verification before a clinic can treat international patients.
Send photos (gynecomastia) or describe your condition. Dr. Hwang reviews personally and responds with a preliminary assessment, recommended treatment, and indicative USD pricing within 24 hours. No commitment.
20-minute video call directly with Dr. Hwang in English. Review photos/diagnostics, confirm treatment, discuss medical history and contraindications, agree on fixed all-in USD price. Receive written quote by WhatsApp.
Visa-free entry for 90 days (US, UK, Australia, Canada, NZ, Singapore, most EU). Direct or one-stop flights to Gimhae International Airport (PUS), Busan. KakaoTaxi from airport to clinic: 40 minutes, approximately USD $30.
8F Seongwon Building, 783 Gaya-daero, Busanjin-gu. Physical examination on arrival, final grade/cause confirmation, pre-operative bloodwork if indicated. For Grade 1–2 gynecomastia and most procedures: surgery same day or next morning.
Grade 1–2 gynecomastia: discharge same day (3–4 hours post-procedure). Back at hotel same evening. English discharge notes, wound care kit, medication, emergency WhatsApp number. Dr. Hwang available 24/7 by WhatsApp for active post-op patients.
Short-haul (under 4 hours): day 3–5 for most procedures. Long-haul (over 8 hours): day 5–10 depending on procedure. Dr. Hwang reviews via video before clearing each patient for flight. 90-day post-op follow-up by video from home.
For gynecomastia: send photos and get a grade assessment + USD quote within 24 hours. For other conditions: describe symptoms and Dr. Hwang responds with a specific recommendation.
8F Seongwon Building, 783 Gaya-daero, Busanjin-gu, Busan 47295 · Mon–Sat 09:00–19:00 KST · KHIDI M-2025-02-08-09183