South Korea Has Plenty of Botox But Not Enough Doctors
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Medical Tourism and Doctor Shortages in South Korea
This chapter examines the booming medical tourism industry in South Korea driven by cosmetic treatments, while illustrating the severe shortage of doctors in critical specialties. It discusses the impact of this shortage on healthcare services, young doctors, and the broader systemic issues within the national health insurance system.
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