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This study examined factors associated with competitive advantage of medical tourism in Korea based on the M. Porter's diamond model approach. The four determinants of competitive advantage of medical tourism that were examined in this study include: 1) Factor Conditions, 2) Demand Condition, 3) Related and Supporting Enterprisers, 4) Firm Strategy, Structure and Rivalry. This study found that medical tourism industry in Korea has weakness in the areas of Factor Condition, Related & Supporting Enterprisers and Firm Strategy, Structure and Rivalry. On the other hand, it has strengths in terms of Demand Conditions because of the diverse demands for medical services quality and price from patients, segment marketing for customers and improved recognition of the health industry of Korea. The results of this study provide an insight into the development of local medical tourism that can be used for enhancing the capacity of Korean medical tourism.