Bobath memorial Hospital

What Bobath memorial Hospital does

Bobath Memorial Hospital (보바스기념병원) is a rehabilitation-focused general hospital founded in 2002 and operated by Lotte Medical Foundation (롯데의료재단) under the Lotte Group conglomerate. Located in Bundang, Seongnam, Gyeonggi Province, the hospital specializes in neurological rehabilitation using the Bobath concept — an evidence-based neurodevelopmental treatment approach pioneered by Berta and Karel Bobath — and holds a distinctive position as the first Korean institution to systematically teach this methodology through IBITA-certified instructors. The hospital runs a network of dedicated specialty centers including the Brain Health Center, Brain Nerve Rehabilitation Center, Degenerative Neurological Disease Center, and Adult Disease Center, and operates the Bobath Children's Clinic for pediatric developmental and cerebral palsy rehabilitation. It also runs a Health Promotion Center offering tiered health screening packages from basic (Mi, 400,000 KRW) to premium (Platinum, up to 2,300,000 KRW), and a Senior Health Center under entrusted contract with Seongnam City.

The hospital generates revenue through inpatient admissions, outpatient consultations, health screening programs, pediatric rehabilitation services, and ancillary offerings including clinical nutrition, home nursing, and medical social welfare services. A dedicated International Hospital, established in 2012 under contract with the Abu Dhabi Health Authority, serves premium international VIP patients with concierge services, interpretation, and specialized cuisine. Distribution is multi-modal: direct hospital visits, online and phone-based reservations (ARS 1877-5661), a referral network of 226 cooperating hospitals and institutions, and government-entrusted senior health programs. The hospital is currently expanding geographically, with Hanam Bobath Hospital opened in December 2024 and Magok Bobath Medical Clinic opened in early 2025.

The business is structured as a nonprofit medical foundation under Lotte Group, with all affiliated facilities (Hanam Bobath Hospital, Bobath Children's Clinic, Magok Bobath Clinic, Bobath Education division, Senior Health Center) operating under the Lotte Medical Foundation umbrella. Recent strategic initiatives include AI-driven smart hospital partnerships (MOU with iCOOP's eCup), international technology exchange interest from Japan's Eisenkai Group, and consecutive HIRA Grade 1 appropriateness evaluation ratings in 2024, 2025, and 2026. The hospital has also invested in brand visibility through a Silver Award at the New York Festival in collaboration with Daehong Planning.

Name

Bobath memorial Hospital

Legal name

(의)롯데의료재단 보바스기념병원

Website

https://bobath.co.kr

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Bobath Memorial Hospital is a Korean rehabilitation-focused general hospital operated by Lotte Medical Foundation, specializing in neurological and pediatric rehabilitation using the Bobath concept. It serves adult and pediatric neurological patients, health screening consumers, corporate clients, and international VIP patients across a multi-site network in the Seoul metropolitan area.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Rehabilitation Healthcare Services

NAICS

Specialty (except Psychiatric and Substance Abuse) Hospitals (6223), Ambulatory Health Care Services (621), Offices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and Audiologists (621340)

SIC

Services-Hospitals (8060), Services-Specialty Outpatient Facilities, Nec (8093), Services-Home Health Care Services (8082)

akta.pro primary industry

Neurologic Rehabilitation Centers (Stroke/TBI/SCI/MS/Parkinson’s) (HLADAJAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Neurology & Neurosurgical Specialty Hospitals (HLAFAHAD), Neurologic Rehabilitation (Stroke, TBI, Parkinson’s, MS) (HSADAIAC), Cognitive-Communication & Memory Rehab Therapy In-Home (HSABADAL)

Keywords

• Neurological rehabilitation services
• Physical therapy treatment
• Brain health programs
• Comprehensive health screenings
• Pediatric rehabilitation care

Headquarters

HQ city

Seongnam

HQ country

South Korea

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Inpatient and Outpatient Medical Services: Core hospital revenue from rehabilitation admissions, outpatient consultations, and medical treatments across neurology, rehabilitation medicine, internal medicine, surgery, obstetrics/gynecology, and radiology departments.
2. Health Screening / Check-up Services: Comprehensive health examination programs ranging from basic to premium (Platinum) packages, national insurance health screenings, corporate screenings, and specialized cancer/cardiac/dementia screenings. Revenue from both insured and uninsured examination fees.
3. International Patient Services: Premium medical services for international patients including VIP inpatient care, interpretation, and concierge services, supported by agreements with foreign health authorities.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Bobath Memorial Hospital provides specialized neurological rehabilitation and therapy services for adults and children with central nervous system conditions (stroke, cerebral palsy, Parkinson's disease, dementia, brain injuries) using the proprietary Bobath Concept methodology. The hospital operates multiple specialty centers (Brain Health, Brain Nerve Rehabilitation, Degenerative Neurological Disease, Adult Disease), a Health Promotion Center with tiered screening packages, an International Hospital for VIP patients, and a Children's Clinic. The hospital also offers professional training programs (Bobath Education) certified by IBITA.

Product overview

Bobath Memorial Hospital operates a multi-site, multi-brand healthcare network under Lotte Medical Foundation. The core offering is a rehabilitation-focused general hospital (보바스기념병원) offering inpatient care, outpatient clinics, and specialized rehabilitation therapy using the Bobath neurodevelopmental approach. The portfolio includes dedicated specialty centers (뇌건강센터, 뇌신경재활센터, 퇴행성신경질환센터, 성인병센터), a Health Promotion Center (건강증진센터) offering tiered health screening programs, an International Hospital (국제병원) for VIP/international patients, a Pediatric Clinic (보바스어린이의원), and a Children's Rehabilitation Center (어린이재활센터) funded through social contributions. Ancillary services include Clinical Nutrition Services, Home Nursing, and Medical Social Welfare. The Bobath Education (보바스교육) program provides IBITA-certified professional training courses.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• 건강증진센터 (Health Promotion Center): Comprehensive health screening and promotion center offering various health examination programs
• 뇌건강센터 (Brain Health Center)
• 국제병원 (International Hospital)
• 뇌신경재활센터 (Brain Neurological Rehabilitation Center)
• 퇴행성신경질환센터 (Degenerative Neurological Disease Center)
• 성인병센터 (Adult Disease Center)

Products and services

• Rehabilitation Therapy (재활치료) Neurological rehabilitation program using the Bobath approach, encompassing physical therapy, occupational therapy, pain management, swallowing disorder treatment, cognitive therapy, and speech-language therapy for adults and children with neurological conditions.
• Health Promotion Center (건강증진센터) Comprehensive health screening center offering individual checkup programs (Mi/Seon/Jin/Su/Gold/Platinum), national health exam programs, cancer screening, and corporate health screening services for prevention and early detection.
• Brain Health Center (뇌건강센터) Specialized center for dementia prevention, early diagnosis, and management, offering brain health checkups and cognitive rehabilitation programs, including AI-powered patient engagement tools (A.I.ways Call).
• Brain Nerve Rehabilitation Center (뇌신경재활센터) Center focused on neurorehabilitation for patients recovering from stroke, brain injury, and other neurological conditions, applying the Bobath methodology for functional recovery.
• Degenerative Neurological Disease Center (퇴행성신경질환센터) Center providing specialized care for patients with degenerative neurological disorders such as Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders.
• Adult Disease Center (성인병센터) Center for the management and treatment of chronic adult diseases, providing integrated care for cardiovascular, metabolic, and other chronic conditions.
• International Hospital (국제병원) Premium medical facility established in 2012 providing high-end healthcare services to international VIP patients, including dedicated concierge services, prayer rooms, medical interpretation, and Arabic-speaking chefs under a contract with Abu Dhabi Health Authority.
• Bobath Children's Clinic (보바스어린이의원) Pediatric rehabilitation clinic established in 2006, specializing in developmental delays and cerebral palsy, offering physical, occupational, cognitive, and speech therapy for infants and young children.
• Home Nursing Service (가정간호서비스) Home-based nursing and medical care services for patients who require ongoing care outside the hospital setting, supporting post-discharge continuity of care.
• Clinical Nutrition Service (임상영양서비스) Nutritional assessment and personalized diet counseling services for inpatients and outpatients to support recovery and disease management.
• Medical Social Welfare Service (의료사회복지서비스) Social work services providing psychosocial support, resource navigation, and discharge planning assistance to patients and families.
• Bobath Education (보바스교육) Professional Bobath concept training program for healthcare professionals, including introductory, basic, and advanced courses taught by IBITA-certified instructors for standardized international education.

Quantifiable outcome

• Health Insurance Review and Assessment Service Appropriateness Evaluation — Grade 1 (Highest rating)
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Abu Dhabi Health Authority (UAE)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorContract with UAE's Abu Dhabi Health Authority for international patient referrals. The hospital's International Hospital serves as the dedicated facility for these VIP patients, providing premium medical services including interpretation, specialized UAE-origin cuisine, and concierge care.
• Korean Bobath Association / IBITA-Certified InstructorscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe hospital's medical staff serve as IBITA (International Bobath Instructors Training Association) certified instructors, conducting Bobath introductory, basic, and advanced courses in Korea. The hospital provides facilities and equipment for these internationally standardized training programs.
• Daehong PlanningminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborated with Daehong Planning on advertising and communications campaigns, winning a Silver Award at the New York Festival.
• Cooperative Hospitals (200+ network)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOver 200 cooperating hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, and partner institutions across Korea forming a referral network. Includes major university hospitals such as Severance Hospital and Ewha Womans University Hospital for patient transfers and coordinated care.
• Yonsei Severance Hospital (Cooperation)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAffiliation with Yonsei University Health System for medical cooperation, referral, and knowledge exchange.
• Korean Senior Welfare CentersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnerships with senior welfare organizations, including Korean Senior Welfare Association, for senior health programs and community outreach.
• Seongnam City Senior Health CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe hospital operates Seongnam City Senior Health Center under an entrusted contract (1st period 2008-2010, 3rd period 2014-2016, 4th period 2017-2019). Provides community-based elderly healthcare services.
• Lotte Group Subsidiaries (CSR Partners)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerMultiple Lotte Group subsidiaries support the hospital's children's rehabilitation center through donations and CSR campaigns, including Lotte Confectionery, Lotte Chilsung Beverage, Lotte Wellfood, Lotte Members, Lotte Hotels & Resorts, Lotte World, Lotte Capital, Lotte Giants, and others. These partnerships involve fundraising events, donations, and community service activities.
• Lotte Medical Foundation (Lottre Medical Foundation)coreOthersParent organization / foundation operating Bobath Memorial Hospital and affiliated medical facilities including Bobath Children's Clinic and Bobath Education. Provides organizational governance and strategic direction.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• CHA Bundang Medical Center: Major tertiary hospital located in Bundang, Seongnam — the same micro-market as Bobath Memorial's headquarters. Comparable as a local competitor for outpatient visits, health screenings, and rehabilitation referrals within Gyeonggi Province.

Broad incumbents

• Asan Medical Center: Largest hospital in Korea by bed count, with strong neurology and rehabilitation departments plus health screening center. Comparable as a broad incumbent covering most of Bobath Memorial's service lines at larger scale.
• Samsung Medical Center: One of Korea's largest tertiary hospitals with comprehensive rehabilitation services, neurology, and premium international patient programs. Comparable as a Korean broad incumbent competing for VIP international patients and complex neuro cases.
• Seoul National University Hospital: Korea's flagship academic hospital with neurology, rehabilitation medicine, and brain health programs. Comparable as a broad incumbent offering similar neuro-rehab and dementia services at greater scale.
• Severance Hospital (Yonsei University Health System): Korea's leading academic medical center with a substantial rehabilitation medicine department and a formal cooperation agreement with Bobath Memorial. Comparable as a broad incumbent that also competes for neuro-rehab referrals while serving as a referral partner.

Direct peers

• Burke Rehabilitation Hospital: US specialty rehabilitation hospital focused on neurological recovery including stroke and brain injury, with strong outpatient therapy programs. Comparable as a long-standing specialty neuro-rehabilitation provider with research and education programs.
• Spaulding Rehabilitation Network: Harvard-affiliated US specialty rehabilitation network with inpatient neuro-rehab, outpatient therapy, and brain health programs. Comparable as a multi-site specialty rehabilitation provider combining clinical care with research and training.
• Shirley Ryan AbilityLab: US-based specialty hospital exclusively focused on neurological and physical rehabilitation, widely regarded as the global benchmark. Comparable as a pure-play neuro-rehab specialty hospital pursuing research-driven, methodology-led differentiation.
• National Rehabilitation Center (Korea): Government-operated specialized rehabilitation hospital in Korea focused on neurological and physical rehabilitation. Directly comparable as Korea's other premier rehabilitation institution, though government-run rather than private/conglomerate-affiliated.
• Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation: US specialty rehabilitation hospital network focused on stroke, brain injury, and complex neurological cases. Comparable as a specialized neuro-rehab operator with multiple sites and outcomes-driven differentiation.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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