Laser Refractive Surgery with latest laser platform
$2,800
/ Sungwon Cho
11
years of experience
9000+
treatments performed
Sungwon Cho
- Specialization: Ophtalmologist
- 11 years of experience
- Speaks:English
- Workplace: Republic of Korea, Seoul, Samsung Miracle Eye Clinic
- Certified ZEISS SMILE Excellent Surgeon and full member of AAO, ESCRS, and ASCRS.
Dr. Sungwon Cho is the Director of Ophthalmology at Samsung Miracle Eye Clinic in Seoul. He is a certified ZEISS SMILE Excellent Surgeon focusing on vision correction. He has performed over 9,000 surgical procedures. Dr. Cho earned his degree from Boston University and trained at Korea University.
- Specializes in SMILE, LASIK, and cataract surgery with IOL replacement.
- Holds full memberships in the American Academy of Ophthalmology and ASCRS.
- Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.
- Served as a former director at Blue World Eye Clinic.
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Anonymous • Laser eye surgery
Ukraine
Aug 13, 2026
Now, my vision is considered perfect by local standards, and I'm feeling better than expected
The coordinator was always in touch and handled all communication with the clinic, so I didn't have to spend my own time or energy organizing anything. It made the whole experience easy, even when I had to reschedule my appointment several times. The clinic itself was extremely professional and modern, with state-of-the-art equipment and specialists who speak English. I had the SMILE procedure on one eye to correct a lifetime of astigmatism and worsening vision. Now, my vision is considered perfect by local standards, and I'm feeling better than expected. The clinic has stayed in touch since the surgery. My advice is simple: just come to the clinic and trust the professionals. You don’t need to prepare anything in advance; just show up.
The coordinator was always in touch and handled all communication with the clinic, so I didn’t have to spend my own time, energy, or effort on organizing anything. It made the whole experience incredibly easy and stress-free.
I had to reschedule my appointment several times, and thanks to the coordinator, everything was arranged smoothly each time.
The clinic itself exceeded all my expectations. Everything was extremely professional, modern, and aesthetically beautiful. The equipment is state-of-the-art, and the specialists are highly qualified and speak English, which made communication very comfortable.
I had lived with astigmatism and worsening vision my entire life, and now, according to Korean standards, my vision is considered perfect. I’m incredibly happy with the result.
I’m very grateful for the entire experience and would definitely recommend this clinic to anyone who is planning to improve their vision.
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Doctor's services
- Retinal detachment surgery
- Cataract surgery with IOL replacement
- Cataract surgery (one eye)
- LASIK eye surgery
- Corneal Cross Linking (CCL) (One eye)
- Cataract surgery (both eyes)
- ReLEx SMILE eye surgery
- Cataract diagnostic before OP
- Corneal pachymetry
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Qualifications
Dr. Sungwon Cho is a board-certified ophthalmologist and ZEISS SMILE Excellent Surgeon based in Seoul. He directs the ophthalmology department at Samsung Miracle Eye Clinic. He specializes in refractive surgery. The specialist has performed 9,000 operations throughout his career.
Vision Correction & Ophthalmology Focus
Dr. Cho performs modern laser vision correction. He uses SMILE, LASIK, and other refractive procedures to eliminate the need for glasses. The surgeon also treats cataract and glaucoma. He provides specialized care for uveitis and retinal detachment. Additionally, Dr. Cho uses corneal pachymetry — a test to measure corneal thickness — to assess surgical candidacy.
Professional Background
- Director of Ophthalmology – Samsung Miracle Eye Clinic, Gangnam, Seoul
- Former Director – Blue World Eye Clinic, South Korea
- Outpatient Ophthalmology Consultant – Inha University Hospital
Education and Training
- Bachelor’s Degree – Boston University, USA
- Residency in Ophthalmology – Korea University Anam Hospital
- Internship – Korea University Anam Hospital
Membership in Scientific Societies
Dr. Cho is a full member of several international and national medical bodies:
- American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
- European Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
- American Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgery (ASCRS)
- Asia Pacific Association of Ophthalmologists (APAO)
- Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO)
- Korean Ophthalmological Association (KOA)
- Korean Ophthalmological Society (KOS)
- Korean Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgery (KSCRS)
- Korean External Eye Study Group (KEEDS)
- Korean Contact Lens Society (KCLS)
- Korean Medical Association
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