- Chonnam National University Hospital (CNUH) began its journey in 1910 as Jahye Clinic with a mere 10 staff members.
- Over the span of 110 years, it has evolved into the largest multi-hospital system, employing 3000 individuals.
- It has earned recognition as Korea’s premier general hospital and a respected global healthcare institution.
- As a multispecialty hospital, it encompasses 38 clinical departments and 7 Specialized Centers.
- In 1998, CNUH established a clinic dedicated to international patients.
- As the number of foreign patients increased over the years, the clinic expanded and transformed into an International Medical Centre, officially established in 2014.
- The centre’s goal is to enhance service convenience and effectiveness to cater to the rising demands of international patients.
- The International Medical Centre is situated on the 1st Floor of the Children’s Hospital.
- In 2017, CNUH was recognized as the leading hospital for colorectal cancer surgery for five consecutive years.
- That same year, it was also acknowledged as an outstanding emergency medical service hospital and an excellent facility for gastric cancer treatment for two consecutive years.
- Additionally, it received top marks in the evaluation of hemodialysis appropriateness.
- Furthermore, the Regional Cardio-cerebrovascular Center was recognized as the best institution in its field.
- In 2016, CNUH was rated as the top hospital for Coronary Artery Bypass Graft procedures.
- In 2015, it was ranked first among 316 hospitals across the nation.
- It also achieved first-rate status in the assessment of appropriate acute stroke treatment by HIRA for five consecutive evaluations.
- By the end of the year, it received first-rate recognition for four consecutive years in the appropriate use of antibiotics for acute otitis media in infants and children.
- The CNUH Trauma Center was designated as a Regional Trauma Center in 2013.
- Notably, in 2010, it was selected as a severe trauma center by the Ministry of Health and Welfare.
- CNUH is equipped with state-of-the-art technologies and equipment.
- To further advance its research initiatives.
Chonnam National University Hospital Gwangju
Established Year: 1910
No. of Beds: 1085
Location: Gwangju, South Korea
Specialty: Multi Specialty
About Hospital
Team Info
- The Hospital features seven Specialized Centres, which include the Cardio-Cerebrovascular Centre, Gastrointestinal Centre, Trauma Centre, Emergency Medical Centre, Health Promotion Centre, Kidney Centre, and Organ Transplantation Centre.
Infrastructure
- Best University Hospital in South Korea – Korean Healthcare Awards 2019
- Excellence in Cancer Care and Research – Gwangju Medical Excellence Awards 2020
- Top Rated Patient Safety Programs – South Korea Health Leadership Awards 2021
- Outstanding Clinical Innovation – Korean Medical Innovation Awards 2022
- Most Trusted Academic Medical Facility – Korea Health Forum 2023
- Best Use of Digital Technology in Healthcare – Asia Medical Tech Awards 2024
Awards
- CNUH occupies a robust area of 40,844.00 square metres, featuring a total floor space of 113,630.45 square metres and accommodating 1,085 beds.
- The facility comprises 14 buildings
- In addition to various clinical departments, it includes a Funeral hall, 2 Parking Lots, and is located near Chonnam National University.
- The Hospital employs 517 Doctors, 821 Nurses, 28 Pharmacists, 180 Medical Technologists, 111 Administrative staff, along with 292 other personnel.
Hospital Address
42 Jebong-ro, Gwangju, 61469 South Korea
Airport: Gwangju Airport
Distance: 12 Km
Time: 25 Minutes
Train: Gwangju Songjeong Station
Distance: 9 Km
Time: 20 Minutes
Taxi: On Call
Hotels/ Guest Houses: Available
Facilities
- TV in room
- Private rooms
- Free Wifi
- Phone in Room
- Mobility accessible rooms
- Family accommodation
- Laundry
- Welcome
- Safe in the room
- Nursery / Nanny services
- Dry cleaning
- Personal assistance / Concierge
- Religious facilities
- Fitness
- Spa and wellness
- Café
- Business centre services
- Shop
- Dedicated smoking areas
- Beauty Salon
- Special offer for group stays
- Parking available
- Medical records transfer
- Online doctor consultation
- Rehabilitation
- Pharmacy
- Document legalisation
- Post operative followup
- Diet on Request
- Restaurant
- International Cuisine
- Translation services
- Airport pickup
- Local tourism options
- Local transportation booking
- Visa / Travel office
- Car Hire
- Private driver / Limousine services
- Shopping trip organisation
- Air ambulance