Varicose Vein Treatment in Korea for Patients from Vietnam

Why choose Busan for varicose vein treatment from Vietnam?

For many people in Vietnam, Korea is a short trip, and Busan is easier to reach than many expect. The city's Gimhae International Airport has flights linking it with Vietnam, and the clinic is in central Busan near Seomyeon subway station. That makes it realistic to fly in, be examined and treated, and rest for a few days before going home.

LEDAS is a specialist varicose vein clinic. It has worked in this field for over 22 years, has been accredited by Joint Commission International (JCI) for four consecutive cycles, and holds Korea's KAHF accreditation for clinics serving foreign patients.

How do I start with the LEDAS centre in Vietnam?

The remote consultation centre in Vietnam is the easiest place to begin. It introduces the LEDAS approach, helps you send records and photos to the International Healthcare Center in Busan, and connects you with the physician through live communication. It also helps with practical preparation for the journey.

If the centre is not close to you, send your details through the online consultation form. A coordinator will reply and explain the next steps. Remember that a remote review cannot replace the duplex ultrasound exam done in person in Busan.

What language support is available for Vietnamese patients?

LEDAS coordinators provide medical interpreting in English, Russian and Chinese. Vietnamese interpreting can be requested through the coordinator or through the Busan Foundation for International Cooperation, so ask when you book so it can be arranged in time. The LEDAS website also offers Vietnamese-language information. Medical statements are issued in Korean or English. Learn more about interpreter services .

What do I need to know about travel and visas?

Flights

Flights from major Vietnamese cities to Busan typically take a few hours. Some routes are direct and others connect via Seoul. Check current schedules with airlines, and leave a buffer day around your appointment in case of delays.

Visa

Vietnamese citizens generally need to arrange a visa before visiting Korea, but rules change. Always check the current requirements with the Embassy or Consulate of the Republic of Korea. Our medical visa page explains the general process, and your coordinator can tell you which clinic documents may be helpful.

Arrival and hotel

LEDAS can provide an airport pick-up with an English-speaking driver and help you book a hotel near the clinic.

What will treatment involve?

On the day, the doctor confirms your vein map with ultrasound, then treats the problem veins. EVLT uses a hair-thin laser fibre to close the main leaking vein. Sclerotherapy treats hidden and visible smaller veins with an injected medicine. Both are done under local anesthesia. You walk afterwards, learn how to wear compression stockings, and go back to your hotel the same day. Some pulling discomfort for 1–2 weeks is common.

How do I stay on track after returning to Vietnam?

The coordinator keeps in touch and passes on your questions to the doctor. The relapse prevention program recommends a check-up ultrasound every 1–2 years or whenever you return to Korea. Many Vietnamese patients combine follow-up visits with family or business travel.

Call emergency services if you develop sudden chest pain, difficulty breathing, or a painful, swollen, hot leg after travel.

Support for patients from Vietnam at each stage

Patients from Vietnam – frequently asked questions