Who We Are

Discover how Samsung Medical Center began with a mission to serve society through medicine, and how we continue to expand our impact through a connected network and a clear vision for the future of care.

SMC Annual Report

Our Founding Mission

On Establishment of Samsung Medical Center

In our unwavering commitment to fostering a healthier society and realizing a welfare state,
we established Samsung Medical Center as a beacon of compassion and community care.

Here, where countless individuals burdened by illness find joy through restored health,
Samsung will fully embody its role as a national enterprise.

Moreover, we envision this institution not merely as a hospital,
but as a cornerstone for the advancement of medical science and education, serving the greater good.


November 9, 1994

A Promise Made Real

Our History and Network

Founded in 1994 with a vision to create a patient-centered hospital that redefines medical excellence, Samsung Medical Center has grown into a leading academic medical institution. Together with Kangbuk Samsung Hospital, Samsung Changwon Hospital, and Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, we form a collaborative network dedicated to advancing healthcare and shaping the future of medicine.

Samsung Medical Center

Kangbuk Samsung Hospital

Samsung Changwon Hospital

School of Medicine, Sungkyunkwan University

Looking Ahead

At SMC, we don't just envision the future of medicine - we actively shape it. By advancing digital health, precision medicine, and AI-powered diagnostics, we are redefining how care is delivered. Beyong innovation, we are integrating ESG principles into every layer of our institution - from ethical leadership and sustainable infrastructure to equitable access and population health impact.

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Our Clinical Services

SMC offers a full spectrum of medical services, with more than 50 clinical departments, 10 specialized centers, and over 120 clinics – each dedicated to delivering the highest standard of care. Each is supported by a multidisciplinary team committed to excellence and collaboration.

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