The "ghost doctor" issue—where a different surgeon performs your procedure than the one you consulted—is a concern in Korean medical tourism.
Understanding the Risk
Some clinics show patients one surgeon during consultation but have a different (often less experienced) surgeon perform the actual procedure.
How to Protect Yourself
- Ask directly: "Will you personally perform my surgery?"
- Get it in writing in your consent forms
- Research your specific surgeon's credentials
- Check reviews mentioning the surgeon by name
Legitimate Assistance
It's normal for the main surgeon to have assistants during surgery. The key is that your primary surgeon leads the procedure.
Red Flags
- Vague answers about who performs surgery
- Consultation with marketing staff only
- Unable to meet surgeon before booking
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