ID Hospital (아이디병원) - Medical Accident Report 2021

Reported Medical Incident at ID Hospital

Incident Overview

In early 2021, a patient underwent facial contouring surgery at ID Hospital located in Gangnam, Seoul. During the procedure, the patient allegedly suffered traumatic brain hemorrhage.

Reported Details

Type of Surgery: Facial Contouring (안면윤곽수술)
Alleged Complication: Traumatic brain hemorrhage during surgery
Transfer: Patient was reportedly transferred to Asan Medical Center, then to Hanyang University Hospital due to lack of available operating rooms
Outcome: Patient allegedly developed left-side hemiparesis (좌측 편마비) and continues to receive treatment
Legal Status: Civil and criminal lawsuits are currently in progress

Hospital Response

ID Hospital has stated that the claims are "groundless" and characterized them as "one-sided claims that differ from the facts." The hospital indicated they will address the matter through legal proceedings.

Hospital Safety Measures (According to Hospital)

ID Hospital claims to have the following safety systems in place:

4 or more anesthesiologists on staff (claimed to be the largest among private clinics)
4-stage "1:1 Responsible Care System" with recovery room nurses, ward nurses, and surgeon rounds

Important Disclaimer

Note: This information is based on publicly available news reports. The case is currently under litigation, and no final court ruling has been made. The hospital denies the allegations. This report is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute a legal judgment or medical advice.