Suitability guide

Am I a candidate for liposuction or LAMS in Gangnam, Seoul?

Liposuction works best for localized fat that diet and exercise do not change, in people with stable weight and good general health. Use this checklist to see where you stand, then send photos for a personal assessment.

Am I a candidate for liposuction or LAMS? - 365mc Seoul Liposuction Hospital
365mc liposuction hospital in Gangnam, Seoul
Checklist

You may be a good candidate if…

These are general guidelines. Your doctor makes the final call after examination.

  • Fat sits in specific areas and you can pinch it
  • Your weight has been stable for several months
  • Your skin has reasonable elasticity
  • You are in good general health and not pregnant or breastfeeding
  • You want a change in shape rather than on the scale
  • You can stay in Seoul long enough for the recommended aftercare

Not sure where your fat sits? Compare the body-area guides.

Real results

Before & after, side by side.

Two cases published by 365mc for this treatment. Drag the handle on each photo to compare.

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Individual results vary. Photos are shown for information only and are not a guarantee of outcome. More cases: 365mc official gallery.

Which method

Liposuction or LAMS?

LAMS Liposuction
Best for Smaller, localized pockets Larger, defined volume or several areas
Anesthesia Local only Anesthesia team; sedation for Royal Lipo
Incision None Small incisions
Compression garment Not required As advised
Pricing Per bottle, or per area with Infinite LAMS Personal quote by plan
Where in Seoul 365mc Seoul LAMS Hospital 365mc Seoul Liposuction Hospital
When to wait

Situations where treatment may be postponed

Pregnancy or breastfeeding

365mc does not recommend treatment during pregnancy or breastfeeding, and advises not planning pregnancy for two months after treatment or medication.

Under 19

Under Korean law, adults are 19 or older. Minors need a signed parental consent form provided by the clinic.

Fat mostly inside the abdomen

A firm belly that does not pinch is often visceral fat, which liposuction does not remove. Medical weight management may help first.

Very loose skin

Removing fat will not remove hanging skin. See liposuction vs tummy tuck.

Medical conditions

Tell the team about heart, blood, metabolic or other conditions, medicines and allergies before any plan is made.

Unstable weight

Large weight swings before or after treatment can affect results.

Your doctors

Meet the doctors behind this treatment

Focus areas as listed by 365mc Seoul. Your coordinator can arrange a consultation with a doctor who specialises in your area.

Meet the full team →
Dr. Seo Sungig
Liposuction surgeon

Dr. Seo Sungig

Face Arms Abdomen Thighs HERPAGORI
Dr. Kim Hajin
CMO · Seoul Liposuction Hospital

Dr. Kim Hajin

Chief Medical Officer and chair of the 365mc council of representative directors.

Fat extracted with LAMS in a syringe
365mc original · LAMS

See the fat come out, while you are awake

LAMS (Local Anesthetic Minimal-invasive Liposuction) was developed by 365mc for people who want liposuction’s direct removal of fat cells without an incision or sleep anesthesia.

Fat is drawn directly into a syringe. According to 365mc, extracting one bottle takes about ten minutes, and because you are awake you can see the fat that was removed and talk with your doctor during the procedure.

  • No incision, so no stitches to remove
  • No sleep anesthesia — local anesthesia only
  • No compression garment
  • Customised Orange Care after LAMS
Inside the operating floor

A surgical dream team behind every case

365mc’s Seoul hospital performs only liposuction and LAMS, so every team on the floor is organised around one kind of procedure. Each has a single job, and they work as one system from screening to recovery.

365mc surgeons performing liposuction in Seoul
6 Specialist teams on the floor
CCTV In liposuction ORs
1:1 Medical interpretation
0 Consults while operating

Surgical operations team

A dedicated team runs the operating schedule and supports area-specialized surgeons, who focus on specific body zones.

Anesthesia team

Staff experienced in liposuction anesthesia are on site. For high-risk patients, or when the medical team judges it necessary, an anesthesiologist administers anesthesia directly and monitors you throughout.

Safety management team

Before surgery a safety officer checks the surgeon’s blood pressure, pulse, temperature and overall condition.

Infection control team

Sterile operating-room protocols with a dedicated team for infection prevention.

Clinical pathology lab

Pre-operative tests are analysed in-house so results feed straight into your plan.

Recovery support team

Monitors you after surgery and runs the Orange Care program that follows.

Triple Patient Assurance

Three things you can verify yourself

365mc runs three “patient confirmation” systems so that what happens during surgery is transparent, not just promised.

Operating-room CCTV

Operating-room CCTV

CCTV runs in liposuction operating rooms so you can confirm your surgery was carried out safely and as planned.

Surgeon condition check

Surgeon condition check

A safety officer checks your surgeon’s vital signs and condition before the operation; only a surgeon cleared as fit performs it, from start to finish.

Schedule disclosure

Schedule disclosure

Surgeons hold no consultations while operating. Each surgeon has fixed outpatient hours, published in advance.

Your trip, step by step

From first message to flying home

How a typical international patient plans liposuction or LAMS with 365mc in Seoul. Timelines are personal; your coordinator confirms each step.

Send photos

Share photos of the area, your goals and travel dates on WhatsApp. A coordinator replies in English.

Get a plan & quote

A recommended method and a personal quote. Prices are given individually under Korean law.

Book travel

365mc can help reserve partner hotels near the hospital; Royal package patients can use hotel-to-airport sending service.

Consult & screen in Seoul

Face-to-face consultation, design and pre-procedure tests, with a medical interpreter.

Procedure day

Liposuction at the Seoul Liposuction Hospital, or LAMS at the Seoul LAMS Hospital, with dedicated teams.

Orange Care & home

Aftercare sessions in Seoul, then remote follow-up by messaging app once you are home.

International patient support

Looked after from the first message

1:1 medical interpretation
Language

1:1 medical interpretation

Interpretation from consultation to aftercare, with support in 11+ languages.

Hotel & transfer help
Stay

Hotel & transfer help

Partner hotels near the hospital, with booking help from the global team.

Online consultation
Before & after

Online consultation

Photo review before you fly and remote follow-up after you return home.

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Watch

See 365mc from the inside

A short look at the hospital, the people and the process behind liposuction and LAMS at 365mc. More videos for international patients are on the 365mc English YouTube channel.

  • Hospital-grade facilities in Seoul
  • Dedicated surgical and anesthesia teams
  • More on YouTube →
FAQ

Common questions

Still unsure? Our English-speaking coordinators reply on WhatsApp, usually within 24 hours (excluding weekends and Korean holidays).

Is there a BMI limit for liposuction? +

Suitability is assessed individually, considering fat distribution, health and safety rather than one number. Ask the team about your situation.

Can men have liposuction or LAMS? +

Yes. 365mc notes that many male patients achieve good results. Common areas include the abdomen, flanks, chest and chin; see gynecomastia.

What if only one area bothers me? +

That is a common reason for body contouring. 365mc’s FAQ says single-area concerns are treated with body contouring rather than general weight loss.

How do I start? +

Send photos of the area, your goals and possible travel dates on WhatsApp. A coordinator replies in English, usually within 24 hours.

Get a personal plan before you fly.

Send photos of the area and your travel dates. A 365mc coordinator replies in English with the suitable method and next steps.