South Korea’s Incheon city is launching a targeted initiative in Thailand to solidify its position as a premier global destination for medical and wellness tourism, officials announced.
The effort includes a specialized roadshow and business-to-business (B2B) meeting, scheduled for October 30, 2025, in Bangkok. The event, titled “2025 Incheon Medical & Wellness Tourism in Thailand,” seeks to boost healthcare cooperation between the two nations.
Shin Byeong-seol, Director of Incheon City’s Public Health and Welfare Bureau, stated the city is rapidly becoming a “Global Healthcare City.” He noted that agreements were reached during the outreach to develop personalized medical health packages tailored for Thai patients.
Incheon also plans medical support projects for Thai citizens. These initiatives aim to expand medical collaboration and build long-term trust, embodying the value of “K-Healthcare.”
Park Miran, Head of the Incheon City team, highlighted medical tourism as a high-value sector. It effectively increases revenue from foreign tourists and stimulates local economies.
Last year, Incheon attracted 21,387 foreign patients, according to city data.
The upcoming event will feature leading South Korean hospitals, health institutions, and beauty clinics. Over 20 Thai medical institutions and health business representatives are also expected to participate.
Korean delegates include Gachon University Gil Medical Center, In Hospital, Tami Plastic Surgery Clinic, and Toxnfill Songdo. They emphasize Incheon’s advanced medical expertise and modern infrastructure.
Incheon provides comprehensive services for international patients, including interpreters, personal assistants, and pre- and post-treatment programs. This integrates modern medical facilities with therapeutic health resources.
Jeong Soyeon from the Incheon Tourism Organization noted the global popularity of K-Beauty. Incheon boasts premium resorts, luxury spas, and high-quality beauty clinics conveniently located near the airport. These are particularly popular for short-term spa or beauty programs among tourists from Thailand, Japan, and China.
Since 2023, Incheon has been developing a “Medical-Wellness Convergence Cluster.” This project, slated to continue through 2025, is expected to generate revenue not only from medical tourism but also from related local industries such as accommodation and transport. The city’s long-term vision is to become a leading health tourism hub in Northeast Asia.