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About Us

"Hallyu" (Korean wave) extends beyond K-Pop, encompassing Korea's notable achievements in healthcare. Firstly, the country boasts an exceedingly cost-effective healthcare system with universal coverage of health insurance, serving as a benchmark for numerous developed and developing nations. Secondly, Korea offers exceptional medical services, attracting over 300,000 foreign patients each year. These services encompass a wide array of categories, ranging from cosmetic surgery and cancer treatment to physical checkups and robot surgeries, all characterized by the highest quality standards. Thirdly, Korea has nurtured globally competitive industries in fields such as pharmaceuticals, biotech, clinical trials, digital healthcare, and hospital management. Notably, the healthcare industry in Korea represents a substantial avenue for future growth.

Korea Biomedical Review (KBR) is an online English newspaper that disseminates vital news regarding Korean healthcare worldwide. Our mission is to provide essential information to professionals, scholars, policymakers, and business officials interested in Korea's exceptional healthcare services. By surmounting language barriers, we bring the fundamentals of Korean healthcare to people across the globe.

KBR was first published in February 2017 and is affiliated with The Korean Doctors' Weekly (www.docdocdoc.co.kr), a media company established by a network of Korean doctors in 1992. With a rich history spanning over three decades in the healthcare media industry, The Korean Doctors' Weekly is widely regarded as the most trusted and influential medical newspaper in its domain. The Korean Doctors’ Weekly has published over 100 books on healthcare. It is also hosting YouTube shows, radio programs, and podcasts.