South Korea Medical Tourism Boom

South Korea is experiencing a boom in medical tourism, with millions of foreign visitors, particularly from Mexico and the United States, flocking to its skincare clinics for advanced treatments like red light therapy, Botox, and ultrasound skin lifting. This trend has led to foreign tourists spending more on medical services than on traditional tourism. The South Korea — Korea Health Industry Development Institute is actively promoting these services, especially anti-aging treatments, to maintain momentum. Clinics like Lienjang in Seoul's Gangnam district are seeing a high volume of foreign patients, with competitive pricing and advanced techniques being major attractions. The Association of Korean Dermatologists notes the presence of approximately 15,000 clinics offering skincare treatments, contributing to affordability through competition.