I’ve seen this question come up a few times — especially from people like me who were nervous about vascular surgery and wanted to know what to expect in Korea, particularly in terms of success rates for our age group or specific condition.
I’m in my late 50s and have been managing chronic venous insufficiency and varicose veins for years. Back home, I was told I’d “just have to live with it,” unless I wanted to go through an invasive hospital-based procedure. The turning point came when I started planning a trip to Korea and discovered Charm Vascular Clinic — and I’m so grateful I did.
From the very first consultation, I met with Dr. Sujin Park, though the whole team — Dr. Insoo Park, Dr. Junsung Kwon, and Dr. Suwon Oh — are all highly trained vascular specialists. What impressed me the most is how data-driven and transparent they are about their outcomes.
When I asked about success rates for patients around my age with similar vein issues, Dr. Park explained everything clearly. Here’s what I learned:
Minimally invasive procedures like endovenous laser ablation and radiofrequency ablation (which they specialize in) have over a 95% success rate at their clinic, with a low recurrence rate when combined with proper post-care.
For patients in their 40s to 60s, outcomes are especially positive — largely because treatments are done earlier, before major complications like ulcers or deep vein thrombosis occur.
They track individualized outcomes based on your age, health status, and vein condition — meaning you’re not lumped into a generic statistic. In my case, Dr. Park showed me actual data on patients in my age range with similar severity, and I saw that most experienced significant symptom relief within 1–2 weeks and full recovery in under a month.
What also sets them apart is their extensive use of duplex ultrasound imaging to plan and confirm vein closure during the procedure. This increases precision and improves long-term success. They don’t just treat the obvious veins — they assess the full venous system.
I went ahead with the treatment (endovenous ablation + foam sclerotherapy), and I can honestly say the results have been life-changing. No more heavy legs, swelling, or discomfort after standing. And yes — I wore the compression stockings like they told me!
So, to anyone asking whether vascular surgery in Korea is safe and successful — the answer is a huge YES, especially at a specialty center like Charm Vascular Clinic. Their success rates are right up there with top-tier Western hospitals, but with more personalized care, faster scheduling, and a lot more attention to patient comfort and outcomes.
If you’re worried about your age or specific condition, just book a consult — they’ll walk you through everything based on your case, not just the averages.