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MOHW-designated Advanced Regenerative Medicine Institution · 2026
Stem Cell Clinic in Gangnam Seoul, Korea
Before you trust any stem cell clinic in Seoul, ask eight specific questions. Below is the checklist, why each question matters, and how Gangnam Celliting answers it, so you can compare clinics on equal terms.
- 2 MD-PhD directors
- 2007 In Gangnam since
- 4 Languages
- 3 mo Free follow-up
In brief
Stem Cell Clinic, at a glance
Gangnam Celliting Clinic · 121 Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul · Gangnam Station Exit 12 (4-min walk)
When comparing stem cell clinics in Seoul, ask about cell source, the system used, who performs treatment, where cells are prepared, government designation, follow-up, consent and records. Gangnam Celliting Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul uses your own blood-derived cells, prepares them in four sterile rooms, and has performed more than 450 stem cell treatments since 2021 as Korea's 5th clinic to offer them.
- Stem cell treatments 450+ since 2021
- In Korea 5th clinic to introduce them
- MOHW designation June 15, 2026
- Location About 4-min walk, Gangnam Station Exit 12
Questions 1–4
What are the first questions to ask a stem cell clinic in Seoul?
Start with the material and the people: where the cells come from, what system prepares them, who treats you and where the preparation happens. These four answers tell you most of what you need to know about safety and accountability.
| # | Ask this | Why it matters | Celliting's answer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Where do the cells come from? | Donor or own cells change the risks | Your own blood, no donor, no fat extraction |
| 2 | What system or product is used? | You can research a named system | Miracell (since 2021) or NovaStem (since 2024) |
| 3 | Who performs the treatment? | Continuity and accountability | An MD-PhD medical director, in person |
| 4 | Where are cells prepared? | Clean conditions matter | On site, in four sterile rooms |
Questions 5–8
Which questions protect you after treatment?
The second set covers the paperwork and support around the procedure: whether the clinic is designated, what happens once you fly home, how consent works and which records you keep. Clinics that welcome these questions usually handle the rest well too.
| # | Ask this | Why it matters | Celliting's answer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | Is the clinic government-designated? | Shows it works within Korea's framework | MOHW-designated on June 15, 2026 |
| 6 | What follow-up is included? | Questions often come after you leave | Free 3-month follow-up and 24-hour line |
| 7 | How is consent taken? | You should understand risks first | Doctor explains; written consent before treatment |
| 8 | What records will I receive? | Your home doctor may need them | Written aftercare in your language; ask what else is provided |
Print or save this checklist and send the same eight questions to every clinic you are considering.
Experience
What does 450+ treatments since 2021 tell you?
It tells you the team has a routine with this specific method, not just with aesthetics in general. Gangnam Celliting opened its Stem Cell Center with Miracell in 2021, was the 5th clinic in Korea to introduce stem cell procedures, and added NovaStem in 2024.
Since 2007 in Gangnam
The clinic reports no serious complication since 2007, as its own record.
Two directors, two disciplines
Dr. Ho-chan Kim (Physiology PhD, General Surgery) and Dr. Young-mi Rhee (Anatomy PhD, Obstetrics & Gynecology).
International partner
One of 21 Gangnam-gu Official Partner Clinics for International Patients.
Experience does not replace your own assessment. Compare the programs on the stem cell treatments page, or read about stem cell-based skin treatments.
Is it right for you?
Signs a stem cell clinic is the right choice for you
Often a good fit
- It answers all eight questions clearly and in writing
- It names its cell source and preparation system
- The doctor you meet is the doctor who treats you
- It tells you honestly if treatment is not suitable
Talk to your doctor first
- Any vague answer about where cells come from
- Pressure to book or pay before consultation
- Promises of cures or guaranteed results
- No written consent or records offered
- Your own health conditions, such as cancer history or blood thinners
Suitability is a medical decision made by your doctor after an in-person consultation and review of your health history.
Step by step
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Using the checklist, from shortlist to treatment
Send the eight questions
Ask each clinic in writing; Celliting replies on WhatsApp or KakaoTalk.
Compare answers
Look for named systems, on-site preparation and a doctor who treats in person.
Book a consultation
Meet the medical director in Gangnam and confirm suitability.
Treatment and records
Sign consent, receive treatment, and leave with written aftercare in your language.
Why Celliting
Why patients choose Gangnam Celliting Clinic
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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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Safety first, always
No serious complication since 2007. FDA/KFDA-cleared devices and verifiable, genuine consumables.
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Pain-managed care
Monitored sleep sedation, AirNox analgesia, the X-injector or local anesthesia, matched to the procedure.
For international patients
Asking the checklist before you fly
You can send all eight questions before you book a flight, in English, Chinese, Japanese or Vietnamese. Compare written replies side by side at home, without the pressure of being in a clinic. Once in Seoul, the clinic is on the 11th and 13th floors of the WON Building on Teheran-ro, near Gangnam Station Exit 12. Hours are Monday to Thursday 10:00–19:00, Friday until 21:00, and Saturday 10:00–16:00.
- 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
Stem Cell Clinic: your questions, answered
Reviewed by Dr. Ho-chan Kim, MD, PhD · Updated October 2026
What is the most important question to ask a stem cell clinic?
Where the cells come from. Your own blood-derived cells, donor cells and lab-expanded cells involve different processes and risks. At Celliting the answer is your own blood, with no donor material and no fat extraction.
Why does it matter that a clinic was the 5th in Korea to offer stem cell procedures?
It shows the clinic has worked with the method for several years rather than adding it recently. Celliting introduced stem cell procedures in 2021 and has performed more than 450 treatments since. It is a sign of experience, not a guarantee of your result.
Should a stem cell clinic let me speak to the treating doctor before booking?
Yes, it is reasonable to expect this. At Celliting the medical directors consult and treat in person. You can start with written questions on WhatsApp and then meet the doctor at consultation in Gangnam before deciding.
What if a clinic will not answer some of the eight questions?
Treat missing answers as a reason to pause. A clinic may decline to quote prices without seeing you, which is normal, but it should be able to explain cell source, system, preparation and consent clearly.
Can I bring the checklist to my consultation?
Please do. Doctors at Celliting are happy to go through each question with you, and having it written down helps you remember the answers when you are back home.
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Send us your eight questions
Message the checklist to us on WhatsApp (+82-10-4567-3237) or through the consultation form, and we will answer each point in writing.
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.
