Bright Eye Clinic Achieves Government Accreditation Amid Korea’s Medical Tourism Growth
SEOUL, South Korea, March 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Bright Eye Clinic announced its official accreditation under the Korean Accreditation Program for Hospitals Serving Foreign Patients (KAHF), administered by the Korea Health Industry Development Institute (KHIDI) under the Ministry of Health and Welfare. The accreditation is valid from April 25, 2025 to April 24, 2029, making Bright Eye Clinic the only ophthalmology clinic in Seoul with this certification.
Korea’s Medical Tourism Sector Continues to Expand
South Korea’s medical tourism sector continues to expand, with 1.17 million foreign patients in 2024, the first time annual volumes exceeded one million. Vision correction procedures such as SMILE, LASIK, and LASEK are increasingly chosen by international patients seeking efficient care, predictable scheduling, and specialist expertise.
Bright Eye Clinic’s International Pathway
Bright Eye Clinic’s international pathway includes:
- Multilingual support – English, Chinese(Traditional, Simplified), Arabian, Russian, Japanese, French, Mongolian, Indonesian
- Dedicated patient coordinators
- Individualized explanations and treatment plans
- Efficient scheduling and transparent pricing
- Assistance with visa and insurance documentation
- English, Chinese-language medical records for follow-up abroad
The clinic previously earned ZEISS (Germany) certification for surpassing 100,000 SMILE procedures in 2022, and by December 2025 had completed 140,000 SMILE cases.
For Indian investors interested in the healthcare sector, this news highlights the growing importance of medical tourism in Korea. To learn more about investing in the Korean healthcare market, visit our blog on Korean healthcare market trends and opportunities.
Implications for Indian Investors
Indian investors looking to diversify their portfolios may find opportunities in the Korean healthcare sector, particularly in medical tourism. With the Indian government’s initiatives to promote medical tourism in India, there may be lessons to learn from Korea’s experience in this field.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Bright Eye Clinic’s achievement of government accreditation is a significant milestone in Korea’s medical tourism growth. As the sector continues to expand, it may present opportunities for Indian investors and healthcare professionals to engage with the Korean market. For more information on investing in Korea, visit our website and explore our resources on international investing.