Sang Chol Lee
- Workplace: Republic of Korea, Seoul, Samsung Medical Center
- Head of the Cardiology Department
Dr. Sang Chol Lee leads the Cardiology Department at Samsung Medical Center in Seoul. He specializes in treating heart failure, angina, and heart valve diseases. Dr. Lee has practiced as a cardiologist at the Samsung clinic since 1999. He holds a PhD from Sungkyunkwan University and a Master's from Seoul National University.
- Completed research fellowships at Duke University and OHSU in the United States.
- Served as an Assistant Professor at the Samsung Medical Center.
- Treats patients at a clinic ranked among the World's Best Smart Hospitals by Newsweek.
- Works at a KOIHA-accredited facility meeting South Korean national healthcare standards.
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Dr. Sang Chol Lee is the Head of the Cardiology Department at the Samsung Medical Center. He treats heart failure, angina, and complex heart valve diseases. Dr. Lee conducted clinical research at American institutions, including Duke University and OHSU.
Specialization and Areas of Focus
The doctor treats chronic and acute cardiac conditions. His work includes treating patients with failing heart functions and chest pain. He also treats structural issues related to heart valves. As the director of the cardiology unit, he oversees treatment protocols for these diseases.
Professional Experience
- Since 2019 – Head of the Cardiology Department, Samsung Medical Center
- 1999–Present – Cardiologist, Samsung Medical Center
- 2001–2002 – Assistant Professor, Department of Cardiology, Samsung Medical Center
- 2008 (July–September) – Visiting Research Fellow, Duke University, North Carolina, USA
- 2007–2008 – Visiting Research Fellow, OHSU, Oregon, USA
Education and Academic Background
Dr. Lee earned his medical degrees from universities in South Korea. He completed research training in the United States to study cardiac care. This academic foundation supports his role as a specialist in Seoul.
- 2005 – PhD, Sungkyunkwan University
- 1992–1999 – Master's degree, Seoul National University
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