Organizer Information

Medical Korea is a national/promotional body promoting Korean medical services and medical tourism globally. Their website includes international outreach and informational resources about Korean healthcare. This call comes under their “Notice & Info” section.

Title & Description

2026 Global Medical Advertising Awards
An open call inviting submissions for medical‑related advertising content from around the world. The purpose appears to be to recognize and reward creativity and effectiveness in advertising that promotes medical care or medical tourism associated with Korea. The awards aim to gather global entries and highlight high‑quality medical advertising that can contribute to Medical Korea’s international visibility and promotional efforts.

Categories

  • Advertising / Media Production
  • Video / Commercial / Promotional Film
  • Graphic / Print Advertising / Visual Design
  • Digital / Online Advertising / Multimedia

Eligibility

The call is global: “Global Medical Advertising Awards” suggests participants from any country can apply (not restricted to Korea). The announcement does not specify restrictions on nationality, implying international submissions are welcome.

Program Benefits & Awards

  • KHIDI President’s Award: Grand Award, 1 overall top work
  • Excellence Award: 2 works (1 Video / 1 Visual)
  • Outstanding Award: 2 works (1 Video / 1 Visual)
  • Special Award: 3 works (1 per theme: Care / Innovation / Connect)
  • Total of 8 awards
  • Invitation to the Medical Korea 2026 Conference, including flight and accommodation for overseas winners
  • Promotional support and designated exhibition / promotional space at the conference
  • Award trophy for recognition
  • Publicity and visibility among international medical and creative communities

Application Fee

None

Application Requirements

  • Advertising material (video/ad), creative work submission (as per category)
  • Contact and submission details via form
  • Compliance with any technical or content requirements as specified in the additional info PDF.

How to Apply?

Online Application

Key Dates

  • Application Deadline: 5 January 2026

Location

South Korea

Additional Details

  • The call covers medical tourism and medical advertising, meaning submissions related to healthcare, wellness, medical services, or medical‑tourism promotion are expected.
  • The supplementary doc (PDF) must be consulted to ensure compliance with all technical and content requirements.
  • Since the call is global, advertising producers, agencies, and freelancers worldwide can participate, offering a good chance for international creators.

Website Link: https://www.medicalkorea.or.kr/en/noticeinfo/5934