Korean Medical Interpreter Booking in Seoul
Updated: May 13, 2025
Book a licensed Korean medical interpreter for your clinic, hospital, or surgery visit in Seoul. Ensure clear communication with doctors and avoid costly misunderstandings using certified professionals experienced in medical interpretation.
Affordable Korean Medical Interpreter Rates
- ₩80,000 KRW per site visit (includes up to 2 hours of interpretation)
- ₩30,000 KRW for each additional hour (paid directly to the interpreter in cash)
What Counts as a Site Visit?
- A site visit = 1 appointment day, or appointments separated by 5+ hours on the same day
- Separate-day bookings incur the full ₩80,000 fee per day
- Same-day appointments with a long break (e.g. 10 AM & 3 PM) are treated as separate visits
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Why Hire a Korean Medical Interpreter?
Medical terminology is complex, and bilingual staff often lack the formal training required to ensure accuracy. A professional medical interpreter bridges the gap, helping patients make informed decisions and feel confident during consultations, surgeries, or follow-up care.
Certified Medical Interpreter vs. Bilingual Staff
Unlike a bilingual receptionist or nurse, a certified Korean medical interpreter has:
- Formal training in medical terminology and ethics
- Experience with clinical and hospital communication
- Neutrality and confidentiality standards
- Interpretation skills in real-time settings
Benefits of Using a Licensed Interpreter in Korea
- Accurate explanation of diagnoses, procedures, and risks
- Clear doctor-patient communication during consultations or surgery prep
- Informed consent guidance and hospital form support
- Assistance with post-op care instructions and medication plans
When You May Not Need an Interpreter
- If the clinic has in-house, certified interpretation staff
- If you’re booking through a licensed medical tour agency that provides interpretation services
Note: Not all English-speaking staff are formally trained interpreters. This can lead to critical misunderstandings in high-stakes medical discussions.
Supported Languages
We offer licensed Korean medical interpreters in the following languages:
- English
- Chinese
- Japanese
- Vietnamese
- Russian
- Thai
- Arabic
- Mongolian
Trusted by Korean Government Medical Programs
My Seoul Secret is an officially certified medical tourism partner of both Seoul City and Gangnam City:
Warning: Avoid Unqualified Interpreters
Over the past decade, we’ve investigated dozens of interpreters found via:
- Crowdsourced recommendations from forums
- Craigslist or group chats
- Sponsored influencers or anonymous accounts
In most cases, they were actually unlicensed brokers, not trained professionals. These individuals often blur legal lines and misrepresent their role, putting patients at risk of misinformation, legal complications, or surgical coercion.
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Interpreter Pricing Summary
₩80,000 KRW per visit (2-hour minimum)
₩30,000 KRW per additional hour (cash)