Bucheon St. Mary’s Hospital
Bucheon's first university hospital and part of Korea's largest Catholic healthcare network — Grade 1-certified cancer care, dedicated English and Russian support, and convenient proximity to Incheon Airport.
Hospital Overview
Bucheon St. Mary’s Hospital was founded on August 5, 1958, as Sungga Hospital, making it the first university hospital in Bucheon. Relocated to its current location in 1983 and renamed in 2009, the hospital has served the region for over 65 years as part of the Catholic Medical Center (CMC) — Korea’s largest hospital network with 8 affiliated hospitals and approximately 6,500 total beds.
The hospital operates approximately 637 beds and employs 1,251 staff, including 141 faculty physicians and 136 residents. Annual volume is substantial: 734,000+ outpatient visits, 192,000+ inpatient admissions, and over 18,500 surgical operations per year, plus 3,500+ comprehensive health checkups.
Bucheon St. Mary’s holds Korea’s highest HIRA quality rating (Grade 1) for treatment of four major cancers — colorectal, breast, lung, and gastric — ensuring outcomes and protocols meet the most rigorous national standards. Its International Medical Center employs specialists who hold both Russian and Korean medical licenses, specifically serving patients from the CIS region.
Specialties
Hematology & Oncology
HIRA Grade 1-certified for colorectal, breast, lung, and gastric cancer treatment. Covers chemotherapy, blood disorders, leukemia, lymphoma, and hospice/palliative care.
Heart Center
Established 2006. Advanced cardiac diagnostics and interventional procedures. Early adopter of cerebrovascular stent angioplasty in the Gyeonggi region.
Gastroenterology
Core clinical strength with advanced endoscopic diagnosis and treatment for upper and lower GI conditions. Grade 1 HIRA certification for gastric cancer.
Neurology & Stroke Center
Dedicated Stroke Center established in 2000 with consecutive recognition for stroke treatment quality. Cerebrovascular surgery including endovascular procedures.
Nephrology & Transplant
Designated organ transplant institution for kidney and cornea. Among the first in Gyeonggi to perform kidney transplantation. Benefits from CMC's 2,300+ kidney transplant expertise.
International Patient Services
Comprehensive support from your first inquiry to post-treatment follow-up, coordinated by InKoreaNow.
International Medical Center
Staffed with coordinators in English (+82-32-340-7798) and Russian (+82-32-340-7080). Responds to treatment inquiries within 24 hours.
Dual-Licensed Specialists
Employs specialists holding both Russian and Korean medical licenses, specifically serving CIS patients.
Fast-Track Health Checkups
Results including biopsy completed within 3 days. Full checkup, consultation, and treatment achievable in a Monday-to-Saturday stay.
Guest House Accommodation
Apartment-style units (2 rooms, bathroom, kitchen) from $70/day u2014 steps from the hospital.
Airport Pickup
Transport from Incheon International Airport. Hospital is conveniently located between Seoul and the airport.
Insurance Documentation
Assistance with medical certificates and paperwork for insurance claims in your home country.
Why Choose Bucheon St. Mary’s Hospital
Grade 1 Cancer Care (4 Cancers)
Korea's highest HIRA quality rating for colorectal, breast, lung, and gastric cancer u2014 meaning outcomes and protocols meet the most rigorous national standards.
Catholic Medical Center Network
Part of Korea's largest hospital network (8 hospitals, 6,500 beds, 29 research centers) with seamless referrals, shared records, and access to the CMC's world-leading specialties.
Dedicated English & Russian Services
International Medical Center with language-specific phone lines, 24-hour inquiry response, airport pickup, and guest housing from $70/night.
University Quality, Less Waiting
Located between Seoul and Incheon Airport u2014 full university-hospital care with shorter wait times and more personalized attention than Seoul's mega-hospitals.