Doctors in Seoul, Republic of Korea — Page 5

Dr. Dong Wook Choi is a professor and hepato-biliary pancreatic surgery specialist at Samsung Medical Center. He completed a fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh in the USA. Dr. Choi also received training at Kyoto University College of Medicine in Japan. He focuses on complex oncology cases, specifically pancreatic cancer and liver conditions.

• Performs Whipple surgery and distal pancreatectomy.
• Certified by the International Association of Hepato Biliary Pancreatic Surgery.
• Member of the Korean Society for the Research of Liver Cancer.
• Works at Samsung Medical Center, ranked among the world's best hospitals by Newsweek.

The doctor is an experienced interventional cardiologist with over 25 years of experience at Samsung Medical Center. Specializing in cardiac surgery, the doctor focuses on heart transplantation, coronary artery surgery, valve repair and replacement, pediatric heart surgery, and robot-assisted heart surgery. The doctor holds degrees from the University of California, San Diego, and the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill.

Dr. Ki Woong Sung headds the Department of Pediatrics at Samsung Clinic. He focus on bone marrow transplantation and pediatric brain tumor treatment. Dr. Sung earned his MD and PhD from Seoul National University. He previously conducted oncology research at the Indiana University School of Medicine.

• Current Head of Pediatrics at Samsung Medical Center in Seoul.
• Former Head of the Children's Oncology Department at Samsung Hospital.
• Expert in pediatric bone marrow transplantation and complex tumor cases.
• Works at a clinic ranked among the World's Best Smart Hospitals by Newsweek.

Dr. Keon Hee Yoo is a pediatric hematologist at Samsung Medical Center in Seoul. He specializes in treating leukemia and aplastic anemia in children. Dr. Yoo is an expert in performing pediatric bone marrow transplants. He trained at Seoul National University and held a research fellowship at Indiana University.

• Former Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at Samsung Medical Center.
• Treats complex blood disorders and pediatric cancers.
• Practices at Samsung Medical Center, a Newsweek-ranked World’s Best Smart Hospital.
• Contributes to a pediatrics department known for high customer satisfaction standards.

Dr. Hyung Jin Shin is a neurosurgeon at Samsung Medical Center in Seoul. He specializes in pediatric brain tumors, epilepsy, and spinal meningiomas. Dr. Shin also treats complex maxillofacial disorders. He has practiced neurosurgery at this center since 1994. Dr. Shin holds a degree from Seoul National University.

• Served as President of the Society of Pediatric Neurosurgery.
• Former Chief Professor of Neurosurgery at Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine.
• Practices at Samsung Medical Center, a KOIHA-accredited facility in South Korea.
• Treats patients at a hospital ranked among the World's Best Smart Hospitals.

Dr. Chul-Won Ha is an orthopedic and joint replacement surgeon at Samsung Medical Center in Seoul. He specializes in knee and hip injuries, bone tumors, and complex fractures. Dr. Ha earned both his M.D. and Ph.D. from Seoul National University. He performs procedures at a clinic ranked as a World’s Best Smart Hospital by Newsweek.

• Treats osteosarcoma, pelvic fractures, and soft tissue sarcomas.
• Expertise includes congenital clubfoot and foot deformities.
• Published research in peer-reviewed national and international medical journals.
• Works at a KOIHA-accredited facility meeting international safety standards.

Dr. Hong Su-jin is a family medicine physician at JK Plastic Surgery Center in Seoul. She holds a general membership in the Institute of Functional Medicine. Dr. Hong integrates functional medicine with traditional family practice for wellness care. She completed her medical training at Soonchunhyang University and The Catholic University Medical Center.

• General member of the Institute of Functional Medicine and Functional Medicine University.
• Certified NLP Master Practitioner and Ericsson Hypnosis Master Practitioner.
• Holds a hospice course certification from the National Cancer Center.
• Practices at JK Plastic Surgery Center, which reports a 100% success rate.

Dr. Woo Kyung Kwak is an orthopedic surgeon at Leadheal Hospital in Seoul. He specializes in minimally invasive bunion correction using the MICA technique. Dr. Kwak also performs total knee arthroplasty and arthroscopic joint surgery. He completed the FIFA Diploma in Football Medicine for sports injury management.

• Completed training at the Arthrex Surgical Skills Laboratory and the AO Trauma course.
• Served as the Chief of Orthopedic Surgery at Armed Forces Daejeon Hospital.
• Maintains membership in the Korean societies for orthopedics, arthroscopy, and sports medicine.
• Acts as a scientific reviewer for international Springer Nature medical journals.

Dr. Jang Hyo Kim is an orthopedic surgeon at Leadheal Hospital in Seoul. He specializes in joint preservation and complex reconstruction. He completed a fellowship in Ilizarov external fixation surgery in Russia. Dr. Kim currently serves as the Joint Center Director at Very Good Hospital. He is an adjunct professor at Kyung Hee University.

• Performs arthroscopy and replacement for the shoulder, knee, and hip.
• Treats spinal conditions using instrumentation, fusion, and discectomy.
• Holds TPI therapy certification for muscle and joint pain management.
• Full member of the Korean Orthopaedic Association and the Korean Hip Society.

Dr. Doyoung Jeong is an obstetrician-gynecologist at Seoul Miz Hospital. He specializes in single-port robotic and minimally invasive surgery for uterine and ovarian diseases. Dr. Jeong holds multiple patents for specialized single-port surgical devices. He is a full member of the International Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology.

• Served as Director and Chief Medical Officer at Incheon Sejong Hospital.
• Former Vice President at Dongtan Jeil Hospital.
• Clinical Professor at Kyung Hee University Hospital and Adjunct Professor at Korea University.
• Acts as a clinical medical device expert for the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.

Dr. Hyunmi Park is an OB/GYN at Seoul Miz Hospital. She served as Head of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Womenpia and Lucina Miz Hospital. Dr. Park performs complex procedures including Cesarean sections and laparoscopic tubal ligation. She works at a specialized center that treats 200,000 women annually.

• Member of the Korean Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
• Sits on the Korean Society of Maternal Fetal Medicine.
• Member of the Korean Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
• Conducts female check-ups and diagnostic ultrasounds at a dedicated GI and infertility center.

Dr. Sung-ho Ahn is an obstetrician-gynecologist at Seoul Miz Hospital in South Korea. He is the Director of the Family Birth Center. He previously led the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Seoul Red Cross Hospital. Dr. Ahn also works as an adjunct professor at Seoul Paik Hospital.

• Performs childbirth procedures, Cesarean sections, and laparoscopic tubal ligations.
• Member of the Korean Society of Maternal-Fetal Medicine.
• Served as a clinical instructor at Asan Medical Center.
• Practices at a women’s health center treating 200,000 patients every year.

Dr. Ik-beom Shin is a breast and thyroid surgeon at Seoul Miz Hospital. He is a recognized specialist in thyroid and endocrine surgery. Dr. Shin authored a pioneering study on gasless BABA robotic thyroidectomy. This research was published in the journal Surgical Endoscopy. He holds dual fellowships from Haeundae Paik Hospital and Seoul National University Hospital.

• Certified in breast and thyroid ultrasound by the Korean Society of Surgical Ultrasound.
• Expert in BABA robotic thyroidectomy and ultrasound-guided diagnostics.
• Lifetime member of the Korean Thyroid Association and the Korean Surgical Society.
• Regular member of the Korean Breast Cancer Society.

Dr. Lee Jeong Min is a plastic surgeon at URBAN Plastic Surgery in Seoul. He is a professor at Gachon University. Dr. Lee specializes in facial rejuvenation and body contouring. He is a permanent member of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. His expertise includes complex procedures like deep plane facelifts and blepharoplasty.

• Performs specialized surgeries including endoscopic facelifts and facial fat transfers.
• Researched carcinoma pigmentation and foreign body granuloma after filler use.
• Published clinical research in international medical journals.
• Treats patients at a clinic performing 8,000 procedures annually.

Dr. Kang Jin Seok is a board-certified plastic surgeon at Wonjin Plastic Surgery Clinic in Seoul. He specializes in facial rejuvenation and eyelid surgery. He earned his medical degree and training at Soonchunhyang University. Dr. Kang served as a full-time physician at Soonchunhyang University Hospital.

• Specializes in upper and lower blepharoplasty and double eyelid operations.
• Performs facial lifting procedures including full and mini facelifts.
• Member of the Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
• Member of the Research Society for Breast Surgery.

Dr. Hong Young Ho is an aesthetic physician at GClinic in Seoul. He specializes in body contouring and non-invasive slimming treatments. Dr. Hong treats patients using techniques like Body Jet liposuction and fat reduction. He earned his medical degree from Kyung Hee University College of Medicine.

• Member of the Union Internationale de Médecine Esthétique (UIME).
• Holds memberships in the Korean Society of Obesity Treatment and Laser Medicine.
• Served as an international cooperation doctor for the Korea International Cooperation Agency.
• Practices at GClinic, which treats over 7,000 patients annually using G-Fat techniques.

Dr. Hyun-Ki Roh is a dental implant specialist at S-plant Dental Hospital in Seoul. He earned his doctorate in prosthetic dentistry from Seoul National University. He is board certified by the Korea Academy of Dental Prosthodontics. Dr. Roh specializes in dental implants, crowns, and veneers.

• Member of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry.
• Member of the European Association for Osseointegration.
• Uses 3D-modeling methods to plan surgeries and reduce recovery time.
• Works at a facility where doctors have performed 23,000+ dental implants.

Dr. Kim Young Eun is a board-certified plastic surgeon at Wonjin Plastic Surgery Clinic. He chairs the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons (KSPRS). Dr. Kim also leads the Research Society for Eye Surgery as chairman. He graduated from Yonsei University, one of South Korea's top medical schools.

• Serves as the head professor of plastic surgery at SoonChunHyang University.
• Chairs the Science Committee of the Korean Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association.
• Specializes in complex facial procedures including rhinoplasty and blepharoplasty.
• Performs breast augmentation and reconstructive surgery for international patients in Seoul.