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MOHW-designated Advanced Regenerative Medicine Institution · 2026
Regenerative Medicine in Gangnam Seoul, Korea
Regenerative medicine in aesthetics uses biological materials, often from your own body, to support skin repair. Here is what the term means, how Korea regulates it, and the range of options available at Celliting.
- 2 MD-PhD directors
- 2007 In Gangnam since
- 4 Languages
- 3 mo Free follow-up
In brief
Regenerative Medicine, at a glance
Gangnam Celliting Clinic · 121 Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul · Gangnam Station Exit 12 (4-min walk)
In aesthetics, regenerative medicine means treatments that aim to support the body's own repair and renewal, using materials such as your own blood-derived cells, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) or exosomes. In Korea it operates within a government framework. Gangnam Celliting Clinic was designated an Advanced Regenerative Medicine Institution by the Ministry of Health and Welfare on June 15, 2026.
- MOHW designation June 15, 2026
- Stem cell source Your own blood, no donor
- Cell preparation Four sterile rooms
- Stem cell experience 450+ treatments since 2021
Definition
What does regenerative medicine mean in aesthetics?
In aesthetics, regenerative medicine means working with the body's own repair systems rather than only filling, tightening or resurfacing. The aim is to support healthier tissue, such as better skin quality and resilience, over time.
The term is broad. It covers treatments that use your own cells, concentrated parts of your blood, or cell-derived products. They differ in how they are prepared, what they contain and how they are regulated, so it helps to ask which one is being offered.
"Regenerative" describes an approach, not a single treatment; always ask what is actually used.
Regulation
How does Korea regulate regenerative medicine, and what does the MOHW designation mean?
Korea regulates advanced regenerative medicine through its Ministry of Health and Welfare (MOHW), which designates institutions allowed to carry out this type of care. In plain words, designation means a clinic has been reviewed and recognised by the national health ministry for advanced regenerative medicine.
Gangnam Celliting Clinic received this designation on June 15, 2026. Together with the clinic's own standards, this means for you as a patient:
- The clinic works within Korea's official framework for advanced regenerative medicine
- Cell preparation takes place in four dedicated sterile rooms
- Procedures are led by doctors, not delegated
- The doctor explains what is used before you agree to treatment
Designation does not guarantee a result for any individual. It is about the setting, standards and oversight in which treatment takes place.
Options
The spectrum of regenerative options at Celliting
Celliting's regenerative options range from cell-derived products to your own living cells. The table places them side by side.
| Option | What is used | Typical focus |
|---|---|---|
| Exosome care | Cell-derived vesicles, no living cells | Skin quality, recovery support |
| PRP | Platelet-rich plasma from your blood | Skin quality, scalp |
| Autologous stem cell programs | Your own blood-derived cells (Miracell, NovaStem) | Face, scalp & hair, IV wellness |
| Zero-age Cell Rejuvenation Program | Introduced as Celliting's 5th cell-rejuvenation treatment | Discussed at consultation |
Explore exosome treatments or the stem cell treatment overview for details on each.
Who leads
Who performs regenerative treatment at the clinic?
Two MD-PhD medical directors personally perform every consultation and treatment. Dr. Ho-chan Kim, a board-certified general surgeon with a PhD in physiology, and Dr. Young-mi Rhee, board-certified in obstetrics and gynaecology with a PhD in anatomy, bring over 20 years of clinical experience.
Since 2007 in Gangnam
The clinic reports no serious complication in its record since 2007.
Early adopter
Celliting was the 5th clinic in Korea to introduce stem cell procedures.
Because the same doctor who assesses you also performs the procedure, the reasoning behind your plan stays consistent from the first conversation to aftercare.
Is it right for you?
Is regenerative care the right direction for you?
Often a good fit
- You prefer treatments that use your own biology
- You want gradual improvement in skin quality
- You value a regulated, doctor-led setting
- You can plan for follow-up over months
Talk to your doctor first
- Blood disorders or anticoagulant use
- Active infection or cancer treatment
- Autoimmune conditions
- Expectations of instant change
Suitability is a medical decision made by your doctor after an in-person consultation and review of your health history.
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How a regenerative plan comes together
Doctor consultation
A medical director explains which option, if any, suits you.
Preparation
For autologous programs, blood is drawn and processed in sterile rooms.
Treatment
Delivered with comfort options matched to the procedure.
Follow-up
Free 3-month follow-up after you return home.
Why Celliting
Why patients choose Gangnam Celliting Clinic
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Built for international patients
A Gangnam-gu Official Partner Clinic with English, Chinese, Japanese and Vietnamese support.
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Care after you fly home
Written aftercare in your language, a 24-hour line and a free 3-month follow-up.
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Two MD-PhDs, every step
Dr. Ho-chan Kim and Dr. Young-mi Rhee personally consult and treat. Nothing is handed off.
For international patients
Regenerative care for overseas patients
Celliting is one of 21 Gangnam-gu Official Partner Clinics for International Patients, with care in English, Chinese, Japanese and Vietnamese. Some regenerative options need more than one visit or a preparation step on the day, so share your travel dates early. Written aftercare in your language, a 24-hour contact line and a free 3-month follow-up support you after you leave Gangnam, Seoul.
- Message us first Send photos and travel dates on WhatsApp before you fly.
- Doctor-reviewed plan Get a suggested plan in advance, confirmed in person.
- Your language English, 中文, 日本語 and Tiếng Việt support.
- Follow-up at home Free 3-month follow-up and a 24-hour line.
FAQ
Regenerative Medicine: your questions, answered
Reviewed by Dr. Ho-chan Kim, MD, PhD · Updated October 2026
What does MOHW designation mean for patients?
It means Korea's Ministry of Health and Welfare has designated the clinic as an Advanced Regenerative Medicine Institution, recognising it to provide this type of care within the national framework. Celliting received it on June 15, 2026. It concerns standards and oversight, not guaranteed results.
Are Celliting's stem cells from donors?
No. The stem cell programs are autologous, meaning they use cells from your own blood. No donor material is used and no fat extraction is required, and the cells are minimally manipulated.
Is PRP the same as stem cell treatment?
No. PRP concentrates platelets and their growth factors from your blood. Celliting's stem cell programs use blood-derived cells prepared through the Miracell or NovaStem systems. They are different treatments with different preparation.
What is the Zero-age Cell Rejuvenation Program?
It is Celliting's fifth cell-rejuvenation treatment. Details, suitability and planning are explained by a medical director at consultation, based on your goals and health.
Which regenerative option should I start with?
That depends on your goals, health and schedule. Skin-quality concerns may start with exosome or PRP care, while broader regenerative goals may lead to autologous cell programs. The doctor recommends a starting point after assessment.
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Talk to a regenerative medicine doctor
Send your goals and medical history through WhatsApp or the consultation form, and a Celliting medical director will explain which regenerative option may suit you.
Medical information on this page is provided by Gangnam Celliting Clinic and reviewed by our medical directors. It is not a substitute for an in-person medical consultation. Individual results vary, and all procedures carry potential risks and side effects that your doctor will explain before treatment.
