CHAUM Life Center
Chaum is not only a medical center — it is a Life Center. Located in Cheongdam, Gangnam, Chaum combines the most advanced medical diagnostics, stem cell technology, and alternative medicine under one roof, helping patients prevent cognitive and physical disease, manage chronic conditions, and achieve optimal, lasting health.
Chaum's approach targets the "grey zone" — the space between being healthy and being ill — with personalized, science-based programs that go far beyond a standard checkup.
- Private VIP checkup conducted in individual HIVE rooms
- One-on-one pre-consultation with a personal physician before your checkup
- Dedicated nurse and interpreter assigned for your entire visit (English, Russian, Chinese)
- Same-day post-consultation on results with personalized treatment recommendations
- Holistic lifelong health management through outpatient and specialized clinics
Operating Hours Mon – Fri: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM Saturday: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Neighborhood: Cheongdam-dong, Gangnam
Address: 2F, Chaum, 442 Dosan-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul (Pie'n Polus Building, 2–3F)
Phone (English): +82-2-3015-5077
Phone (Russian): +82-2-3015-2824
Phone (Chinese): +82-2-3015-2837
Email: ihc.chaum@chamc.co.kr
What Makes Chaum Different
Chaum is operated by CHA Medical Center, one of Korea's leading academic hospital groups. The Life Center model means your checkup doesn't end with a report — it feeds into a continuous, personalized care plan supported by outpatient clinics, specialized treatment centers, and a dedicated follow-up system. Results are delivered via a doctor consultation on the same day, with full reports emailed within 3 weeks and accessible via the Chaum mobile app.
2026 Medical Checkup Programs
All programs include a preliminary doctor consultation, physical measurements (height, weight, BMI, body composition, blood pressure), eye and hearing tests, a comprehensive blood panel, urine analysis, NK cell activity testing, EKG, sedated gastroscopy with H. pylori testing, abdominal ultrasound, thyroid ultrasound, chest X-ray, tumor markers, and a post-checkup meal at Le Trois Restaurant. CD copy and full reports included.
BASIC — ₩2,600,000 (M) / ₩2,800,000 (F) · 2–2.5 hours
A fundamental health checkup covering essential screenings for overall wellness. Includes major blood indicators, sedated gastroscopy, abdominal ultrasound, and thyroid ultrasound. Female patients receive mammography and breast ultrasound. Male patients receive prostate ultrasound.
INTENSIVE CANCER — ₩4,500,000 (M) / ₩4,900,000 (F) · 3–4 hours
Builds on Basic with a focus on early cancer detection and prevention. Adds colonoscopy, low-dose chest CT, pancreas MRI, bone densitometry, and expanded hormone panels. Female patients receive HPV testing, pelvic ultrasound, and female hormone evaluation (FSH, E2, LH). Male patients receive testosterone and SHBG testing.
WHOLE BODY — ₩10,200,000 (M) / ₩10,500,000 (F) · 5–6 hours
A comprehensive full-body evaluation expanding on Intensive Cancer. Adds whole body MRI, cerebrovascular MRI, cardiac echo, carotid artery ultrasound, calcium scoring CT, arteriosclerosis screening, allergy blood tests (MAST food and inhalant), and an extended cardiovascular and blood panel including ANA, Lipoprotein(a), Fibrinogen, Homocysteine, and Apo A/B. Includes Evercell skin care facial and a two-night stay at Matinée CHAUM medical hotel.
NOBLE — ₩14,000,000 (M) / ₩14,300,000 (F) · 5–6 hours
Chaum's most exclusive VIP program. Includes everything in Whole Body plus a full Premium Anti-Aging panel: Cortisol, DHEA, IGF-1, hair tissue mineral analysis, urine organic acid testing, IG-PRO food immune response testing, active oxygen and antioxidant activity (SQ lab), Medifit genetic test (obesity), and Hellogene Platinum genetic test (cancer). Includes Evercell skin care and two-night stay at Matinée CHAUM.
Optional Add-On Programs
Add any of the following to your main checkup program:
Checkup Add-Ons
| Add-On | Price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Digestive | +₩600,000 | Abdomen + Pelvic 3D CT |
| Heart | +₩1,400,000 | Cardiac echo, Calcium scoring CT, Vascular screening (PWV), Lipoprotein(a), Fibrinogen, Apo A&B, Homocysteine |
| Brain | +₩1,900,000 | Brain MRI + MRA |
| Body Balance | +₩900,000 | Full body spinal imaging, muscle/joint function evaluation, gait analysis, balance evaluation |
| Immunity | +₩600,000 | Immunocyte (CD16+CD56), vitamins, trace elements, IgG/IgA/IgM, DHEA, IGF-1, ANA |
| Anti-Aging | +₩2,000,000 | Cortisol, DHEA, IGF-1, urine organic acid, hair mineral analysis, IG-PRO food immune test, active oxygen & antioxidant activity |
| Anti-Aging Plus | +₩3,800,000 | Anti-Aging panel + Hellogene Platinum genetic test + Medifit genetic test |
Wellness Anti-Aging Add-Ons
| Add-On | Price | Duration | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evercell | +₩742,500~ | 120 min | MTS skin care facial using stem cell culture fluid rich in growth factors; includes FMS Face Lifting Skin Care |
| HairSPA | +₩495,000 | 90 min | Hair loss MTS therapy with scalp growth factor (oriental herbal fluid) to normalize the hair growth cycle |
| Beauty (Mito Cell-booster) | +₩3,200,000~ | 4 hours | Cellular regeneration program using mitochondria — more precise than stem cells for combating skin aging |
| TheraSPA | +₩984,500 | 120 min | Hydro therapy with RF, Low Level Laser, and vacuum technology for detox, cellulite reduction, and body contouring |
Concierge Add-Ons
| Add-On | Description |
|---|---|
| Matinée CHAUM Medical Hotel | Korea's first medical hotel, operated by CHA Medical Center. 30m² premium room with queen bed, panoramic Seoul city view, breakfast, late checkout, intimate forest garden, private chauffeur transfers for medical appointments. Check-in 14:00 / Check-out 11:00 |
| Fine Dining | Rooftop fine dining at "Hoebin" overlooking Seoul |
| Concierge Service | Fully coordinated one-stop medical care support |
How the Checkup Works
- Preparation Kit — Collect your kit (questionnaire, stool container) in advance by visiting Chaum or have it mailed to your Korean address
- Reception / Initial Consultation — Present passport or ARC; consult with your personal physician to tailor the program to your history
- Storage & Amenities — Safekeeping for valuables and luggage; personal locker, gown, and slippers provided
- Medical Examinations — Your personal nurse guides you through the entire process
- Payment — Cash (KRW) or credit card accepted
- Discharge — Complimentary meal at Le Trois Restaurant (3F)
- Results Consultation — Same-day or phone review with your doctor; full report emailed within 3 weeks (anti-aging results up to 6 weeks)
- Post Management — Follow-up appointments at Chaum or branch hospitals as needed
- Lifelong Health Management — Annual checkup customized based on your prior results
If any urgent findings are identified, staff will contact you immediately.