Best plastic surgeons in Seoul: TOP 26 doctors

Dr. Kim Jung Hue specializes in aesthetic and cosmetic procedures with extensive training at St. Mary's Hospital in Seoul.

• Director at Pop Plastic Surgery Clinic
• Full member of three prestigious Korean plastic surgery societies
• Graduate of Catholic University with a focus on plastic surgery

Dr. Yeom Jihye is a distinguished expert in aesthetic medicine, recognized by her membership in multiple prestigious Korean and American medical societies.

• Completed a clinical observership at UCLA
• Specializes in laser medicine and hair restoration
• Holds leadership roles in aesthetic plastic surgery societies
• Former director at several top clinics in South Korea

Founder of HERSHE Plastic Surgery Korea, Dr. Jung specializes in natural-looking facelifts, fat grafting, and stem cell-based anti-aging treatments.

• Board-certified plastic surgeon with 41 years of experience of experience
• Expert in MACS lifts, thread lifts, and subtle body contouring
• Developed patented stem cell treatments for regenerative aesthetics
• Former professor at Yonsei University Medical School
• Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons

Dr. Haewon Yang, MD, is a board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive experience in facial and aesthetic procedures. He completed specialist training at Samsung Medical Center. He is a clinical adjunct professor at Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine.

He completed advanced international training. This included the Advanced Facial Anatomy Course at the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons in Melbourne. His clinical focus includes facial contouring, rhinoplasty, eye surgery, lifting procedures, and non-surgical facial rejuvenation.

Dr. Yang has performed more than 10,000 aesthetic procedures. He uses individualized, anatomy-based plans that prioritize safety, balance, and natural-looking results. His care includes structured consultations and follow-up.

Dr. Minhee Ryu is a global leader in deep plane facelifts, teaching surgeons worldwide through the prestigious Mendelson Advanced Facial Anatomy Course (MAFAC).

• Board-certified plastic surgeon with 23 years of experience of experience
• Editorial board member for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Journal
• Specializes in natural-looking results for Asian and Western patients
• Performs over 100 live surgeries and lectures internationally
• Developed an 8-step deep plane facelift technique for minimal downtime

Jiyoun Kang, MD, is the Medical Director of LALIAN Cheongdam Clinic in Seoul, an aesthetic and dermatology center. She is board-certified in family medicine in Korea and is an obesity medicine specialist. She completed her family medicine residency at Severance Hospital, Yonsei University. She later served as a clinical professor at Yongin Severance Hospital.

Her practice focuses on non-surgical facial rejuvenation, lifting and tightening, contour injectables, regenerative anti-aging care, medical weight management, and body contouring. She offers one-on-one consultations with a focus on safety. Each plan is guided by detailed skin and facial analysis.

Dr. Kang is a member of Korean societies in obesity, aesthetics, anti-aging, laser dermatology, and lifting medicine. She is a prospective board member of the Korean Academy of Obesity & Aesthetic Treatment (KOAT). She has held leadership roles at leading aesthetic clinics. At LALIAN, she advances evidence-based care.

Board-certified dermatologist

Member of the Korean Academy of Dermatology

Member of the Korean Society of Dermatologic Surgeons

Member of the Korean Laser Society

Member of the Korean Society of Aesthetic Dermatology

Former) Director of Oracle Dermatology Apgujeong Branch

Current) Director of Oracle Dermatology Cheongdam Branch

Graduated from the College of Medicine, Soonchunhyang University

Official Aesthetic Medical Doctor, APEC CEO Summit Korea 2025

Completed Thermage FLX Solta Medical Academy TTT Master Course

Full Member, Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery & Laser Medicine

Main Speaker, Elogio Educate APAC Malaysia 10Therma Launching Event

Full Member, Korean Public Health Doctors Association

Full Member, Korean Medical Association

Current: M.D, Oracle Dermatology Clinic Cheongdam Branch

Dr. Seung‑Hyung Noh is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon. He has extensive experience in revision surgery for major aesthetic procedures. He is known for managing complex revision cases that call for sound judgment and precise technique.

He earned his medical degree from Hanyang University College of Medicine. He completed training in plastic and reconstructive surgery at Hanyang University Hospital. He also completed a clinical training program at Columbia University in New York.

His approach puts safety, balance, and natural results first. He avoids overtreatment and uses the least necessary intervention. He is a full member of major Korean plastic surgery societies, including KSPRS.

Jooyoun Kim, MD, is a board-certified plastic surgeon with more than 16 years of clinical experience. He graduated from Kyung Hee University College of Medicine. He completed plastic surgery training with a focus on rhinoplasty and nasal surgery.

He specializes in nose surgery. He focuses on structural stability, facial harmony, and individualized plans. Dr. Kim has performed more than 6,000 aesthetic procedures. He provides careful consultations and follow-up care to support safe, natural-looking results.

Dr. Ki Yeol Yang, MD, PhD, is the Founder and Representative Director of Trinity Women’s Clinic. She is a menopause specialist and a pioneer in uterus-preserving, minimally invasive gynecology. She is a Korean board-certified OB/GYN and a certified menopause specialist (Korean Menopause Society). Her practice, informed by tens of thousands of clinical cases, provides individualized HRT and precision care.

She is experienced in HIFU and RFA for fibroids and adenomyosis, laser vaginal rejuvenation, and functional pelvic floor reconstruction. She is a Clinical Professor at Kyung Hee University Medical Centre. She serves as Director of Academic Affairs for the Korean Medical Practitioners’ Association and as Business Director for the Korean Therapeutic Ultrasound Medical Association. She is also the author of a menopause patient guide.

Founder of Trinity Women’s Clinic. Recognized as a Master Surgeon in minimally invasive gynecology and female aesthetic surgery. Pioneers uterus‑preserving, scar‑less care using RFA, HIFU, and ovarian sclerotherapy.

Professor of Non‑surgical Female Plastic Surgery at IFAAS. Leads international RFA Master Classes in Taiwan and Mongolia. Director of General Affairs at the Korean Society of HIFU. Holds director roles with KMPA, KCOG, and the Korean Society of Therapeutic Ultrasound.

MD/PhD, Korea University. Fellowship in Gynecologic Oncology at Korea University Medical Center. HIFU training at Fudan University. Preceptorship at Uppsala University. Former Medical Affairs executive at MSD, Takeda, and Novo Nordisk. Key Doctor and consultant to Bayer, Novo Nordisk, PharmaResearch, and RF Medical. Member of AACR and IGCS. Medical advisor on Channel A and TV Chosun.

Dr. Park Hyun-young specializes in skin treatments with a focus on aesthetic medicine and cosmetology at JK Plastic Surgery Center.

• Graduated from Inje University College of Medicine
• Member of the Korean Academy of Laser, Dermatology and Trichology
• Residency completed at Bundang CHA Hospital
• Active member of multiple Korean medical societies

Dr. Lee Youngsook is a specialist in internal medicine. She is a member of the Korean Society of Internal Medicine, the Korean Anti-Aging Association, and the Korean Society for Obesity Research.

She has held leadership roles at Oracle Dermatology. She was Director of the Oracle Dermatology Institute Apgujeong. She is now Director of the Oracle Dermatology Cheongdam Branch.

Dr. Yootaek Kong, MD, is a board-certified plastic surgeon. He graduated from Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine and completed specialist training at Samsung Medical Center.

He has broad experience in facial plastic surgery and aesthetic procedures. He plans care based on each patient’s facial anatomy and proportions. His focus is safety and natural-looking results.

Dr. Kong has performed more than 8,000 aesthetic procedures. He uses a structured consultation process and provides consistent follow-up after treatment.

Dr. Jihwan Cha, MD, is a board-certified plastic surgeon who specializes in facial plastic surgery and aesthetic procedures. He has performed over 6,000 procedures. He focuses on precise technique, individualized treatment plans, and patient safety to achieve balanced, natural results.

He graduated from Korea University College of Medicine. He completed specialist training at Korea University Medical Center. He also received advanced clinical training in plastic surgery at the University of Chicago Medical Center. His practice offers structured consultations and thorough follow-up care.

Dr. Donghyun Shin, MD, is an aesthetic medicine specialist. He focuses on lifting procedures, laser treatments, and nonsurgical facial rejuvenation. He has performed more than 5,000 aesthetic procedures. He uses current techniques with energy-based devices and injectables.

Dr. Shin completed advanced hands-on training. This includes Medytox cadaver workshops. He participates in professional societies in aesthetic medicine, laser treatments, obesity medicine, and skin and hair laser therapy. He prioritizes patient safety. He creates individualized treatment plans and aims for natural-looking results.

Dr. Park has trained 300+ physicians in advanced filler and HIFU techniques, elevating national standards in cosmetic dermatology.

• Board-certified dermatologist with over 18 years of experience of clinical expertise
• Specializes in laser therapies, injectables, and thread-lift techniques
• Founder and CEO of BIOFACE Clinic, a leader in anti-aging treatments
• Recipient of the Excellence in Education Award from the Korean Society of Aesthetic Medicine

Leader of Korea's hair transplant society – Dr. Kim directs MOAMAN Clinic with international recognition in advanced hair restoration.

• Former surgeon at Kyungpook National University's specialized hair center
• Full member of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery
• Expert in robotic ARTAS procedures and natural-looking FUE techniques
• Graduated from Hanyang University's prestigious medical program

Dr. Yoo Jang Seok specializes in aesthetic medicine with extensive training and professional affiliations in cosmetic surgery and body contouring.

• Member of multiple prestigious Korean societies for cosmetic surgery and laser medicine
• Graduated from Hanyang University, a leading medical institution
• Formerly practiced at several renowned dermatology and cosmetic clinics
• Expertise in both surgical and non-surgical aesthetic procedures