Korea University Guro Hospital is the region's leading medical institution, excelling as a comprehensive general hospital equipped to handle the most critically ill patients. We have firmly established ourselves as a cornerstone of Korean healthcare by operating a premier cancer hospital, Seoul's top regional emergency medical center, the nation's sole major trauma specialist training center, a Ministry of Health and Welfare-designated high-risk maternal and neonatal care center, and the only regional drug safety center in western Seoul. Notably, we were the first in Korea to integrate multidisciplinary treatment into cancer care, achieving a remarkable success rate. Our expertise in cancer treatment is unparalleled, with robotic surgeries at the highest standard nationwide. We have established and operated the Robot Epicenter in recognition of our advanced capabilities. Korea University Guro Hospital remains committed to advancing medical technology and fulfilling its mission as a top-tier general hospital, providing trustworthy and dedicated care with a patient-centered focus.
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History
September 15, 1983: Opened Korea University Guro Hospital
December 28, 2011: Designated as an advanced general hospital
March 26, 2013: Designated as a Research-Centered Hospital
2014: Opened Cancer Hospital
2015: Appointed as MERS infectious disease center (hospital)
September 27, 2016: Opened the regional emergency medical center
February 21, 2019: Held a completion ceremony for the Biomedical Research Institute
2019: Selected as a High Risk Maternal Fetal and Neonatal Integrated Care Center
2020: Designated as a final treatment center for severe trauma by the Seoul Metropolitan Government
November 1, 2022: Expanded the number of beds to 1,091
2023: Selected as a leading model implementation institution for a smart hospital
March 28, 2023: Opened the Coronary Care Unit
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