Official Name:
- EN: Ain Hospital (Ain Medical Foundation)
- KR: 아인병원
Country, City, Address:
South Korea, Incheon City, Michuhol-gu District, 372 Gyeongin-ro, Incheon. The hospital is directly connected to Citizens’ Park Station (Incheon Line 2), Exit 2. Approximately 35 km from Incheon International Airport (ICN; ~40 minutes by car) and 25 km from Gimpo Airport (GMP; ~45 minutes by car).
Year of Foundation:
1993 — confirmed. Founded as Dr. Oh Ik Hwan’s Obstetrics & Gynecology Clinic. In 2000, it became Seoul Women’s Hospital — the first women’s hospital in the Gyeongin region. In 2011, the Ain Medical Foundation was established. In November 2022, the hospital moved to the new “Ain Avenue” building and rebranded as Ain Hospital, expanding into a semi-general hospital (준종합병원).
Type of Clinic:
Specialized hospital (semi-general hospital, 준종합병원). The only institution in Incheon officially designated by the Ministry of Health and Welfare as a specialized obstetrics and gynecology hospital — for four consecutive terms (2011–2023). It has 484 beds and 89 physicians. Over 100 000 deliveries in its history and more than 12 500 IVF procedures in the last 5 years — ranked No. 1 in Incheon for deliveries and fertility programs. It is the largest postpartum care center in Korea.
Main Specializations:
| Specialty | Details |
|---|---|
| Obstetrics & Gynecology | Flagship area. High-risk pregnancy management, deliveries, NICU, gynecologic oncology, fibroid and endometriosis surgery. |
| Reproductive Medicine (IVF) | IUI, IVF, ICSI, TESE/PESA, fertility preservation, PGT‑A, treatment for recurrent implantation failure; over 12 500 procedures in 5 years. |
| Orthopedics & Spinal Surgery | Spine & Joint Center: Mako robot-assisted joint replacement, endoscopic spinal surgery (PSLD — a method developed by the clinic’s team). |
| Robot-Assisted Surgery | da Vinci Xi and da Vinci SP systems — used in gynecology, colorectal surgery, and urology. |
| Neonatology | High-level NICU. |
| Pediatrics | Pediatric endocrinology, cardiology, allergy, ophthalmology. |
| Internal Medicine | Endocrinology, cardiology, gastroenterology. |
| Ophthalmology | Cataract, dry eye syndrome. |
| Breast & Thyroid Surgery | Benign and malignant conditions. |
| Dermatology & Plastic Surgery | |
| Health Checkups & Screening | Health Checkup Center. |
| Postpartum Care | Largest postnatal center in Korea. |
Key Technologies:
- Three robotic surgical systems — a unique setup for a regional center:
- Da Vinci Xi — minimally invasive surgery (gynecology, colorectal, urology).
- Da Vinci SP — single-port robot-assisted surgery (one incision).
- Mako (Stryker) — robot-assisted knee and hip arthroplasty.
- PSLD (Posterior Stenoscopic Lumbar Decompression) — single-port endoscopic spinal surgery; developed by the clinic’s team.
- HIFU — focused ultrasound for non-invasive fibroid treatment.
- ISIS Revive — non-invasive vaginal rejuvenation.
- Cryopreservation of eggs, sperm, and embryos — first in the Gyeongin region to implement long-term freezing.
- Bloodless surgery technologies — Cell Saver, erythropoietin support.
Conditions Treated:
| Condition Group | Specific Conditions |
|---|---|
| Obstetrics | Routine and high-risk pregnancies, multiple gestations, VBAC, preterm labor. |
| Gynecology | Uterine fibroids, endometriosis, adenomyosis, pelvic organ prolapse, urinary incontinence. |
| Gynecologic Oncology | Cervical, endometrial, and ovarian cancers. |
| Infertility | Male and female infertility, azoospermia, PCOS, recurrent implantation failures, recurrent miscarriages. |
| Orthopedics | Knee and hip osteoarthritis, fractures, joint deformities. |
| Spinal Pathology | Disc herniation, spinal stenosis, radiculopathy. |
| General Surgery | Colorectal cancer, hernias, gallbladder diseases. |
| Pediatrics | Growth disorders, obesity, precocious puberty, thyroid conditions, pediatric diabetes, allergies. |
| Breast & Thyroid | Benign and malignant diseases. |
| Ophthalmology | Cataract, dry eye syndrome. |
International Center:
Yes. The International Medical Center has dedicated coordinators. Services include remote consultations and appointments via phone, messengers, and email; interpreters throughout the entire treatment process (from intake to discharge); direct billing with international insurers (Cigna, TieCare, Euro-Center, International SOS, etc.); and 24/7 emergency obstetric and gynecologic care. The hospital received the Incheon Mayor’s Award for attracting international patients (2021–2023) and the Korean Prime Minister’s Award (2023).
Languages:
Korean (primary), English, Russian, and Mongolian — via dedicated international center coordinators. A Russian-language version of the official website is available.
Doctors / Leading Specialists:
| Name | Position | Specialization |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Oh Ik Hwan | CEO, Founder | Obstetrics and gynecology; founded the clinic in 1993. |
| Dr. Ku Ja Nam | Chief Physician | High-risk pregnancy, fetal genetics, twin pregnancies, VBAC, chorionic villus sampling, amniocentesis, menopause. |
| Dr. Eun Gil Sang | Executive Director | High-risk pregnancy, fetal genetics, external cephalic version (ECV), general gynecology. |
| Dr. Ahn Young Sun | Deputy Chief Physician | Infertility treatment (IUI, IVF), male infertility, endometriosis, recurrent implantation failures, PGT‑A. |
| Dr. Lee Ji Eun | Obstetrician‑Gynecologist | IVF, PCOS, hysteroscopy for infertility, recurrent miscarriages, PGT‑A. |
| Dr. Lim Gyeong In | Pediatric Endocrinologist | Growth disorders, obesity, precocious puberty, thyroid diseases, pediatric diabetes. |
| Dr. Yoon Hye Jung | Breast Surgeon | Breast and thyroid conditions, breastfeeding support. |
| Elena Kim | Russian‑Speaking Coordinator | International Department. |
Equipment:
| Equipment | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Da Vinci Xi (Intuitive Surgical) | Robot-assisted surgery — gynecology, colorectal, urology. |
| Da Vinci SP (Intuitive Surgical) | Single-port robot-assisted surgery — one incision approach. |
| Mako (Stryker) | Robot-assisted knee and hip arthroplasty; FDA-cleared, over 1 million procedures worldwide. |
| Two 3.0T MRI Scanners | High-field magnetic resonance imaging. |
| Latest‑Generation CT Scanner | High-resolution computed tomography. |
| HIFU System | Focused ultrasound for non-invasive fibroid treatment. |
| Single‑Port Spinal Endoscope | PSLD endoscopic spinal surgery. |
| High‑Resolution Ultrasound | Diagnostic imaging. |
| Cell Saver | Autologous blood recovery for bloodless surgery. |
Photos:
Available on the Russian-language version of the official website, the Spine & Joint Center page (ainspinejoint.com), Instagram (@ain_hospital), and medical tourism aggregators.
Official Websites:
- Russian:https://www.ainwh.co.kr/rus/
- English:https://www.ainwh.co.kr/eng/
- Spine & Joint Center:https://ainspinejoint.com/global/
- Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ain_hospital/
Contacts:
- International Center: +82‑32‑459‑5617, +82‑32‑459‑5618
- WhatsApp: +82 10‑9162‑5591, +82 10‑4741‑6017
- Email:international@ainwh.co.kr
- Hours: Mon–Fri 09:00–18:00, Sat 08:30–14:00; lunch break 13:00–14:00; closed on Sundays and public holidays.
Accreditations & Awards:
- Ministry of Health and Welfare (KOIHA) accreditation — designated specialized ob/gyn hospital for 4 consecutive terms (2011–2023).
- Medical Korea accreditation for international patients.
- Korean Prime Minister’s Award for attracting international patients (2023).
- Incheon Mayor’s Award (2021, 2022, 2023).
- UNICEF Baby‑Friendly Hospital status.
- Highest HIRA rating for IUI/IVF programs.
Key Differentiator:
Ain Hospital is Incheon’s largest women’s hospital with a 30‑year history, becoming a semi-general hospital in 2022. Its three standout strengths are: obstetrics and IVF (No. 1 in the region, over 100 000 deliveries, largest postpartum center in the country), robot-assisted surgery (a rare combination of Da Vinci Xi + Da Vinci SP + Mako in one regional hospital), and spinal endoscopy (own PSLD method). A fully equipped Russian‑speaking international department with direct insurance billing is a major advantage for CIS patients.
The information was last verified on 07.10.2026.
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