Doctors in Seoul, Republic of Korea — Page 12

Dr. Kim Hoon-yub developed the world's first robotic oral thyroidectomy. This landmark technique allows for tumor removal through the mouth. It leaves no visible scars on the patient's neck. Dr. Kim practices at Korea University Anam Hospital in Seoul. He is a recognized expert in minimally invasive thyroid surgery.

• Completed a research fellowship at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.
• Holds membership in the American Thyroid Association.
• Permanent member of the Asia Oceania Thyroid Association.
• Sits on the Medical Rights Advisory Committee for Korean thyroid surgeons.

Dr. Kang Seok-ho is a urologist at Korea University Anam Hospital in Seoul. He is a pioneer in surgical technology across Asia. Dr. Kang was first in Asia to perform robotic stereotactic bladder replacement. He also introduced robotic urinary tract diversion techniques to the region. His work focuses on robotic oncology for bladder, prostate, and kidney cancers.

• Served as Head of the Robot Surgery Center at Korea University Anam Hospital.
• Was Chief of Genito-Urology at the Korean Urological Oncology Society.
• Completed surgical research at the University of Southern California Institute of Urology.
• Performs robotic da Vinci prostatectomy and nephrectomy at a JCI-accredited facility.

Dr. Jung Seung-pil is the director of the Breast Center at Korea University Anam Hospital. He specializes in breast endocrine surgery and mammology procedures. He previously served as a full-time surgeon at Samsung Seoul Hospital. Dr. Jung also completed an international exchange program at Kurume Hospital in Japan.

• Directs the Breast Center at a Newsweek-ranked World's Best Smart Hospital.
• Sits on the steering committee of the Precision Medicine Research Center.
• Served as a human antiquities bank commissioner in South Korea.
• Treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility recognized for robotic surgery.

Dr. Iltae Jang is a neurosurgeon at Nanoori Hospital in Seoul. He performed over 8,000 spine surgeries between 1993 and 2004. Major Korean newspapers recently named him the best doctor for spine disorders. Dr. Jang introduced bone cement treatment and one-day cervical surgery to Korea.

• Holds ECFMG certification and completed surgical fellowships in France.
• Treats complex conditions like spinal tumors, scoliosis, and artificial disc replacement.
• Served as President of the Korean Neurosurgical Hospital Society.
• Published research in journals such as World Neurosurgery and Spine Journal.

Dr. Kwangyeal Lee is an orthopedic surgeon at Nanoori Hospital in Seoul. He specializes in arthroscopic and total replacement surgeries for the knee and shoulder. Dr. Lee is the current President of Gangnam Nanoori Hospital. He treats a wide range of sports injuries and degenerative joint conditions.

• Holds personal certifications from the Korean Knee Society and the Asia-Pacific Orthopedic Association.
• Performs specialized procedures including MAKOplasty and stem cell therapy for arthritis.
• Heads external cooperation for the Korea Regional Hospital Association.
• Works at Nanoori Hospital, a spine and joint facility certified by the Korean Ministry of Health.

Dr. Seongcheol Moon serves as the Chairman of Orthopedic Surgery at Nanoori Hospital in Seoul. He specializes in shoulder and elbow surgery, including joint replacement and arthroscopic repair. Dr. Moon is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS). He works at a hospital recognized by the Korean Ministry of Health and Welfare.

• Member of the International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine.
• Published over 10 peer-reviewed papers in journals like the American Journal of Sports Medicine.
• Specializes in reverse total shoulder arthroplasty for complex cuff tear cases.
• Sits on the editorial committee for the Korean Shoulder & Elbow Association.

Dr. Hyeunsung Harrison Kim is a spine neurosurgeon at Nanoori Hospital in Seoul. He specializes in endoscopic and minimally invasive spine surgery. Dr. Kim co-designed the Apollon spinal fixation system. He treats herniated disks, spinal stenosis, and degenerative spinal diseases. Dr. Kim also serves as an adjunct professor at Chosun University Medical College.

• Winner of the Parviz Kambin Award for excellence in percutaneous endoscopic surgery.
• Published over 50 peer-reviewed articles and several textbooks on spine anatomy.
• Completed clinical training in spine surgery at Anna Hospital in Germany.
• Member of the North American Spine Society and AO Spine.

Dr. Jaehyeon Lim is a spine neurosurgeon at Nanoori Hospital in Seoul. He was the first doctor in Korea to perform anterior cervical foraminotomy. Dr. Lim developed mini spinal fusion and painless fusion techniques using epidural treatment. He specializes in microscopic spinal surgery, scoliosis, and artificial disc replacement.

• Specializes in cervical spine diseases, spinal tumors, and non-surgical exercise therapy.
• Completed training in minimal-access surgery at the MERI center in Memphis.
• Acquired exercise therapy certification from the University of Florida.
• Director of the Korean Spinal Neurosurgery Society and the Korean Hospital Association.

Dr. Shin Woo-beom is a vision correction specialist at Bright Eye Clinic in Seoul. He holds official certifications for SMILE LASIK and ICL lens implantation. Dr. Shin served as a clinical assistant professor at Yonsei University Sinchon Severance Hospital. He focuses on laser eye surgery and cataract treatment using multifocal lens implants.

• Certified SMILE LASIK and ICL surgeon.
• Full member of the Korean Society of Pediatric Ophthalmology.
• Member of the Korean Society of Plastic and Ophthalmology.
• Works at a clinic that has performed over 400,000 vision correction procedures.

Dr. Choi Young-je is a retina specialist at Bright Eye Clinic in Seoul. He is certified in SMILE LASIK and ICL vision correction procedures. He is a full member of the Korean Ophthalmological Society. Dr. Choi has served as a clinical instructor at Gyeongsang National University Hospital.

• Specializes in retinal conditions, cataract surgery, and refractive procedures.
• Maintains membership in the Korean Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.
• Treats patients at a clinic that has performed over 400,000 vision corrections.
• Is a member of the Yeongnam Retina Society and Korean Uveal Society.

Dr. Kim Minjae is a certified SMILE LASIK and ICL specialist at Bright Eye Clinic in Seoul. He serves as a clinical instructor of cataracts and external eye diseases. Dr. Kim completed his residency at Korea University Anam Hospital. He works at a facility that has performed over 400,000 vision correction procedures.

• Holds official certifications for SMILE LASIK and Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL) surgery.
• Full member of the Korean Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.
• Maintains professional membership with the Korean External Eye Society.
• Practices at a clinic that introduced the first SMILE LASIK equipment in Asia.

Dr. Joo Rak-hyeon is an ophthalmologist at Bright Eye Clinic in Seoul. He specializes in vision correction, including SMILE LASIK and ICL lens implantation. Dr. Joo is a full member of the American Cataract and Refractive Society. He practices at a clinic that has performed over 400,000 vision correction procedures.

• Certified in SMILE LASIK and ICL surgery.
• Full member of the Korean Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.
• Treats cataracts, glaucoma, and refractive errors using laser techniques.
• Holds membership in the Korean Contact Lens Society and Korean External Eye Society.

Doctor of Bright Eye Clinic, Kyobo Tower, Gangnam

Ophthalmology resident at Korea University Anam Hospital

External eye/cataract clinical examination at Korea University Anam Hospital

Ophthalmology specialist doctor in Korea

SMILE LASIK, ICL certified

Full member of the Korean Ophthalmological Society (KOS)

Full member of the Korean Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (KSCRS)

Full member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ESCRS)

Dr. Eu Du-ri is an ophthalmology specialist at Bright Eye Clinic in Seoul. She holds certifications for SMILE and ICL procedures. Dr. Eu completed her residency at Samsung Seoul Hospital. She is a full member of the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology.

• Specializes in SMILE LASIK, lens implantation, and cataract surgery.
• Maintains membership in the Korean Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.
• Certified specialist in Korean ophthalmological and contact lens societies.
• Works at a clinic that has performed over 400,000 vision correction procedures.

Dr. Lee Jeong-ju is an ophthalmologist at Bright Eye Clinic in Seoul. He has performed over 20,000 surgeries since starting his career. Dr. Lee specializes in SMILE LASIK and implantable contact lens (ICL) procedures. He is a certified ICL Ophtec Expert Surgeon.

• Holds personal certifications for both SMILE LASIK and ICL surgeries.
• Maintains membership in the American and European Societies of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.
• Treats cataracts, glaucoma, and vision errors using laser and lens implantation.
• Works at Bright Eye Clinic, a pioneer in Asian SMILE LASIK technology.

Dr. Cheon Hyeon-cheol has performed over 30,000 vision correction procedures at Bright Eye Clinic Gangnam. He specializes in laser eye surgery and corrective lens implantation. Dr. Cheon is a designated Expert Surgeon for ICL. He treats cataracts and glaucoma using specialized methods. He sits as a full member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology.

• Certified in SMILE LASIK, ICL, and Physiol cataract procedures.
• Maintains over a decade of SMILE surgery expertise.
• Holds membership in the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.
• Serves as the representative doctor at Bright Eye Clinic Gangnam.

Regular member of the Korean Association for Laser Skin and Dermatology (KALDAT)

Regular member of the Korean Society of Aesthetic Surgery (KSAS)

Associate member of the Korean Hair Transplant Society (KSHRS)

Faculty of Medical Sciences of the National University of Assumption

· Current) Director of Moaman Clinic

· Regular member of the Korean Association of Clinical Aesthetic Medicine (KACAS)

· Regular member of the Korean Association for Laser Skin and Dermatology (KALDAT)

· Former) Resident at Yonsei Medical Center Severance Hospital

 Education/Qualification/License 

· Graduated from Yonsei University College of Medicine

· Anesthesiology and pain medicine specialist

· Current) Director of Moaman Clinic

Education/Qualification/License 

· Graduated from Wonkwang University School of Medicine