Obesity is usually understood as overweight. However, overweight can be caused not only by an excessive amount of adipose tissue,
but also by muscle mass. Obesity, which is harmful to health, is excessive deposits of visceral and abdominal fat.

Diagnostics
Measurement of body mass index, bioimpedance analysis of body composition, measurement of waist circumference,
CT to assess subcutaneous and visceral fat.

Treatment
Correction of life habits, drug therapy, surgical treatment (gastric bypass by the Ru method, sleeve gastroplasty, duodenoejunal bypass surgery).
Endoscopically inserting the balloon.

Cost of diagnosis and treatment: 16.500.000 - 18.500.000 won

Surgical and nonsurgical treatment of obesity

Fatness

Obesity is a chronic disease that affects the heart, metabolism, joints and mental health. In South Korea, treatment follows a stepwise pathway that starts with assessment and lifestyle change, continues with medical therapy when indicated, and includes endoscopic or bariatric procedures for selected patients. At WOWVOS partner centers, the workup typically includes BMI and waist measurements, blood panels, liver ultrasound or FibroScan, sleep apnea screening and evaluation of comorbidities such as diabetes, hypertension and dyslipidemia. A multidisciplinary team—endocrinologist, dietitian, psychologist and surgeon—builds an individualized plan. If surgery is considered, options may include sleeve gastrectomy or bypass techniques using minimally invasive approaches and structured recovery. For non-surgical candidates, doctors focus on nutritional counseling, medication protocols and behavior strategies supported by tele-follow-ups. With WOWVOS you receive a clear timeline, expected costs and preparation instructions before travelling. We also arrange interpretation, transfers and accommodation in Seoul. Send your medical summary, current medication list and previous weight-loss history. We will request expert opinions and provide a written plan that explains the benefits, risks and realistic outcomes of each path. Educational content on this page is not a diagnosis; decisions are made together with your doctor after clinical examination.
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Republic of Korea, Seoul, Songpa-gu, Olympic-ro 43-gil, 88, 05505.
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Republic of Kazakhstan, Almaty city, Nazarbayev Avenue 240
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Republic of Uzbekistan, Tashkent city,
Mirabadsky district, Turkestan street, 12-26
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Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek city, Pervomaisky district, Tynystanova 81 street
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Republic of Kazakhstan, Almaty city, Almalinsky district, Zheltoksan street,
building 115 KAISAR PLAZA shopping center
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Phone: +7 701 828 4134
Phone: +7 701 830 4342

Republic of Kazakhstan, Astana city,
Zheltoksan 1 street
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Phone: +7 707 856 8995
Phone: +7 771 504 4134

Republic of Kazakhstan. Shymkent city,
Turkestan region, Sairam district,
Aksu village,Silk Road 1
TOO"Asia Medic - as"
Email: hilolausvalieva@gmail.com
Phone: +7 702 890 3203

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4F-402 Lagshan center, Sukhbaatar district Ulaanbaatar city, Mongolia
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Phone number: (+976) 95919545