International Healthcare Center · Busan, Korea · Since 2001

LEDAS Varicose Vein Clinic Korea’s international vein specialists — healthy legs without surgery.

Ultrasound-guided 1940nm laser (EVLT) and sclerotherapy under local anesthesia — no incision, no general anesthesia, home the same day. Led by thoracic & cardiovascular surgeon Dr. Kim Byoung Joon.

  • English consultation 24/7 · interpreters, airport pick-up & visa support
  • Every leaking vein mapped on Philips EPIQ Elite ultrasound
  • Follow-up scans whenever you return to Korea
Your first step
180,000 KRW
Specialist consultation + full leg-vein ultrasound
  • 15–20 minute duplex scan, explained live
  • Exact treatment plan & quote after your scan
  • English-speaking international coordinator
  • Local anesthesia only · same-day discharge
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English consultation 24/7 · +82-70-4895-5086
MongoliaRussiaKazakhstanKyrgyzstanChinaVietnamKuwaitTaiwanGeorgia
37 countries trust LEDAS
4× JCI accredited 2015–2028
29,847 patients treated
20,000+ vein procedures
22+ yrs focused on veins
Accredited & recognized JCI accredited clinicKAHF accreditation, Ministry of Health and WelfareGHA accreditation Prime Minister’s Citation, Global Healthcare 2023 ESQR Quality Choice Prize, Stockholm 2025 Grand Prize, Busan Medical Industry Awards
LEDAS by the numbers

Numbers that speak for themselves

Two decades of focus on one condition: varicose veins.

Patients treated

Patients treated at LEDAS (clinic count, 2026)

Patient visits

Consultations, scans, treatments and follow-ups

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Vein procedures

Milestone passed in 2022 — up from 8,000 in 2016

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Years of focus

Treating varicose veins since 2001, in Busan

Countries

Patients have come to LEDAS from 37 countries

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JCI accreditation

Four consecutive cycles, 2015 to 2028

Is it your veins?

Do your legs tell you something by evening?

Varicose veins start when the one-way valves in your leg veins leak and blood flows backward (venous reflux). These are the signs patients describe most often.

Heavy, aching legs

Legs that feel tired and heavy, worse after standing and better when raised.

Bulging, twisted veins

Rope-like blue or purple veins on the calf, thigh or behind the knee.

Night cramps

Calf cramps or restless legs that wake you up at night.

Swollen ankles

Sock marks and swelling around the ankles by the end of the day.

Itching & skin darkening

Itchy, brownish or hardened skin on the lower leg — a sign of advanced disease.

Spider veins

Fine red or blue web-like veins that can signal deeper reflux.

Recognize two or more? A 15–20 minute duplex ultrasound shows exactly whether leaking valves are the cause.

Dr. Kim Byoung Joon, thoracic and cardiovascular surgeon and director of LEDAS varicose vein clinic in Busan
22+ years focused on
varicose veins
Meet your doctor

Your legs, in a specialist surgeon’s hands

One doctor. One specialty. Since 2001.

Dr. Kim Byoung Joon is a thoracic & cardiovascular surgeon who chose to focus on varicose veins more than two decades ago. He performs the ultrasound mapping himself and walks you through the findings on screen, so you understand exactly which veins are leaking — and why your plan looks the way it does.

Pusan National University MD, residency in thoracic & cardiovascular surgery, M.S.
Korean Society for Phlebology Founding member
KSTCS, Busan·Ulsan·Gyeongnam Branch director; lifetime member
Former adjunct professor Pusan National University medical school
Dr. Kim Byoung Joon & LEDAS · 2001–2026

25 years of building a better vein treatment

From one surgeon’s decision to specialize, to an internationally accredited clinic — the milestones behind every treatment at LEDAS.

Pusan National Univ. Doctor of Medicine; internship & residency, thoracic & cardiovascular surgery
M.S. · Ph.D. candidate Graduate studies, Pusan National University School of Medicine
Phlebology Founding member, Korean Society for Phlebology
KSTCS Lifetime member; director, Busan·Ulsan·Gyeongnam branch
2001
The beginning

Dr. Kim begins treating varicose veins

  • Diagnosis and treatment with medical ultrasound
  • Stripping + ambulatory phlebectomy (the standard of the time)
2004
First clinic

“Soo” Varicose Vein Clinic opens

  • Nursing team made up entirely of registered nurses
2006
Turning point

Incision surgery abandoned

  • After analysing causes of relapse, the clinic stops incision-based operations
  • Launch of a minimally invasive, non-incisional treatment system
  • Relocation to Seomyeon, Busan
2007
Laser era

Endovenous laser introduced

  • Laser treatment added to the clinic’s methods
  • 2008: Medical Service grand prize
2009
The LEDAS method

“LEDAS applied treatment” developed

  • A system to treat varicose veins and prevent recurrence
  • Expanded diagnostic and treatment equipment
2013
Re-operation clinic

Clinic for recurrent veins opens

  • Dedicated care for patients whose veins came back after other treatment
2015
Global standard

Kim Byoung Joon LEDAS · first JCI accreditation

  • Clinic renamed LEDAS; ‘LEDAS’ service mark filed
  • JCI accreditation achieved
2016
8,000 procedures

Leadership in the specialty

  • 8,000 varicose vein procedures performed
  • Dr. Kim appointed director, Busan·Ulsan·Gyeongnam branch, Korean Society for Thoracic & Cardiovascular Surgery
  • Philips EPIQ ultrasound introduced
2017
Research

Published in phlebology

  • Study on clinical classification and venous reflux diagnosis, Korean Society for Phlebology
  • 2019: second study, on symptoms and reflux diagnosis
2018
10,000 procedures

Expansion & Marquis Who’s Who

  • 10,000 varicose vein procedures performed
  • Clinic expanded and relocated
  • Dr. Kim listed in Marquis Who’s Who
2019
International patients

2nd JCI · KAHF accreditation

  • Second JCI accreditation
  • KAHF accreditation from the Ministry of Health and Welfare
  • HiPex 2019 award for medical service innovation
2021
Going global

LEDAS International Healthcare Center

  • International patient center established
  • Philips EPIQ Elite ultrasound introduced
2022
20,000 procedures

3rd JCI · charity treatment abroad

  • 20,000 varicose vein procedures performed
  • Third JCI accreditation; all ultrasound upgraded to EPIQ Elite
  • Free treatment for a patient from Georgia
2023
National recognition

Prime Minister’s Citation

  • Global Healthcare contribution award
  • Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA); partnership with Philips Korea
2024
Medical tourism

Leading Busan’s medical district

  • 12th Chairman, Seomyeon Medical Street medical tourism council
  • Charity program for a patient from Kyrgyzstan
2025
World stage

ESQR prize · 4th JCI

  • Korea’s first ESQR Quality Choice Prize (Stockholm)
  • Fourth consecutive JCI accreditation
  • 12 remote consultation centers in 7 countries
2026
Teaching the world

LEDAS Academy & Taiwan partnership

  • Clinical training for a specialist from Taiwan
  • International partnership with Renmedes clinic, Taiwan
Experience you can measure

Two decades. More than 20,000 procedures.

Varicose vein treatment is a skill built case by case. LEDAS passed 8,000 procedures in 2016, 10,000 in 2018 and 20,000 in 2022 — and by 2026 had treated 29,847 patients from 37 countries.

Experience is the best predictor of a good result.
0 5k 10k 15k 20k 8,000 10,000 20,000 2001 2016 2018 2022 2026 Cumulative varicose vein procedures · milestones reported by LEDAS
22 + years focused on varicose veins (since 2001)
29,847 patients treated (clinic count, 2026)
47,831 patient visits to LEDAS
12 / 7 remote consultation centers in 7 countries
Independent accreditation, renewed again and again
JCI
2015–18
2019–22
2022–25
2025–28
KAHF
2019–2027 · Ministry of Health and Welfare
2015 2018 2021 2024 2028
The LEDAS system

Diagnose precisely. Treat completely. Prevent relapse.

Most recurrences come from incomplete diagnosis, the wrong method, or no follow-up. The LEDAS system was built by Dr. Kim to address all three.

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Vascular duplex ultrasound examination of the leg at LEDAS
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Diagnose

A 15–20 minute duplex ultrasound on Philips EPIQ Elite maps every refluxing vein — large and small. You watch and understand the results in real time.

About the exam →
EVLT 1940nm laser fiber treating a varicose vein
2

Treat

EVLT 1940nm laser closes the main leaking veins; duplex-guided sclerotherapy treats hidden veins; sclerotherapy treats visible small veins. Local anesthesia, no incision.

How EVLT works →
Philips EPIQ Elite ultrasound used for follow-up scans at LEDAS
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Prevent relapse

Follow-up ultrasound every 1–2 years — or whenever overseas patients return to Korea — to find and treat new reflux early.

Relapse prevention →
Your treatment, in numbers

Minimal intervention. Measurable precision.

What a LEDAS treatment day actually involves.

incisions

No cutting

The laser fiber enters through a needle puncture.

minute scan

15–20 min ultrasound

Every refluxing vein mapped and explained live.

day

Same-day discharge

Walk in, get treated, walk home the same day.

nm laser

1940nm wavelength

Strongly absorbed by water in the vein wall.

Why patients choose LEDAS

Modern treatment vs. traditional vein stripping

LEDAS approach Traditional stripping
Anesthesia ✓ Local only ✗ General or spinal
Incisions ✓ None — needle puncture ✗ Groin and leg incisions
Going home ✓ Same day ✗ Often a hospital stay
Walking ✓ Immediately, encouraged ✗ Longer recovery
Scarring & nerve risk ✓ Minimized ✗ Incision scars, nerve injury possible
Hidden veins between muscles ✓ Duplex-guided sclerotherapy ✗ Often left untreated
Long-term follow-up ✓ Ultrasound every 1–2 years ✗ Varies
Equipment & safety

Premium technology, independently verified

Accurate diagnosis depends on equipment as much as experience. LEDAS invested in hospital-grade ultrasound and laser systems — and opens its safety systems to international inspection.

Philips EPIQ Elite ultrasound units

Premium vascular ultrasound for diagnosis, guidance and follow-up.

Diotech 1940nm diode lasers

Endovenous laser systems used for EVLT.

JCI standards reviewed

About 1,200 items across 14 categories, including patient safety and infection control.

Stage infection-control system

Built to international safety standards, with regular staff training.

KAHF criteria met

Ministry of Health and Welfare accreditation for foreign-patient care.

JCI review categories

Renewed four consecutive times, 2015 to 2028.

Recovery

Walk out the same day. Get back to your life.

No general anesthesia and no incisions means a gentler recovery. Here is what most patients can expect.

Treatment day

Local anesthesia, walk straight after, go home the same day.

Weeks 1–2

A pulling feeling along the treated vein is common; walking and ankle exercises help.

Weeks 2–4

Light walking, medical compression stockings and scheduled check-ups.

Every 1–2 years

Follow-up ultrasound to keep your legs healthy for the long term.

International patients

Trusted by patients from 37 countries

The LEDAS International Healthcare Center supports you from your first message to follow-up at home — in Busan, Korea’s coastal second city.

12 centers · 7 countries Mongolia Russia Kazakhstan Kyrgyzstan Vietnam China Kuwait Partner clinic: Taiwan
Language Interpreter support at every step
Arrival Airport pick-up service
Travel Help with hotels & flights
Paperwork Visa support documents
Tourism Wellness & recovery in Busan
Aftercare Follow-up when you’re home
How it works
  1. Send your details Symptoms, photos and any previous ultrasound reports.
  2. Online consultation Our coordinator and doctor review your case and plan dates.
  3. Fly to Busan Gimhae airport, or KTX from Seoul in about 2.5 hours.
  4. Scan & treat Ultrasound, then treatment under local anesthesia.
  5. Home with follow-up Remote support and check-ups whenever you return.
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Global network

From 37 countries to one clinic in Busan

Remote consultation centers let patients start their care at home — sending reports, planning dates and getting follow-up after they fly back.

countries of origin
consultation centers
countries with centers
MONGOLIA RUSSIA KAZAKHSTAN KYRGYZSTAN CHINA VIETNAM KUWAIT TAIWAN (PARTNER) BUSAN · LEDAS

Schematic, not to scale.

Transparent pricing

What does varicose vein treatment cost in Korea?

No surprises. You receive an exact quote once your ultrasound shows what needs treating.

Start here First visit
180,000 KRW

Consultation + leg-vein ultrasound

Specialist consultation and a full duplex ultrasound of your leg veins, with results explained on screen.

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Treatment
~5.5M KRW / leg

Average treatment cost

Treatment averages about 5,500,000 KRW per leg, depending on the stage of disease and which methods you need.

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Insurance
Ask us

Korean National Health Insurance

Some costs may be covered for Korean health insurance holders. Our international coordinator can also prepare documents for your insurer.

Insurance documents

Questions patients ask

Varicose vein treatment in Korea – FAQ

  • Where is LEDAS Varicose Vein Clinic?

    LEDAS is on the 12th floor of 10 Seomyeonmunhwa-ro, Busanjin-gu, in the Seomyeon medical district of Busan, South Korea. It is reachable by Busan Metro Lines 1 and 2, and by KTX from Seoul in roughly two and a half hours. See directions.

  • Do I need surgery or general anesthesia?

    No. LEDAS treats varicose veins with laser (EVLT) and sclerotherapy under local anesthesia only, without incisions. Most patients walk out and go home the same day. See no-incision treatment.

  • Can varicose veins come back after treatment?

    Varicose vein disease is chronic, so new leaking veins can form over time. LEDAS combines laser with ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy and offers follow-up ultrasound every one to two years to catch and treat new reflux early. See recurrence.

  • Is English spoken at the clinic?

    Yes. The international line (+82-70-4895-5086) offers English consultation, and coordinators interpret during your visit. Other languages can be arranged. See interpreter services.

  • How long do I need to stay in Korea?

    It depends on your diagnosis and how many veins need treatment. Many patients plan several days to allow for the ultrasound, treatment and a check-up before flying home. See how many days you need.

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Clinical information: LEDAS Varicose Vein Clinic, led by Dr. Kim Byoung Joon · Medical reviewer: Dr. Kim Byoung Joon · Review status: Pending · Last updated: October 2026 · Editorial policy

Your next step

See exactly what is happening inside your veins — in about 20 minutes.

Book a specialist consultation and duplex ultrasound with Dr. Kim Byoung Joon. You leave with a clear diagnosis, a treatment plan and an exact quote.

English consultation 24/7 Local anesthesia only No incision Same-day discharge 4× JCI accredited