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Best cardiologists in Seoul: TOP 6 doctors

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Sang Chol Lee

  • Location: Republic of Korea, Seoul
  • Clinic:
    4.5
    Samsung Medical Center

  • Head of Cardiology at Samsung Medical Center – Dr. Lee specializes in heart failure, angina, and valve diseases with over of experience.

    • Holds a PhD from Sungkyunkwan University – advanced expertise in cardiology
    • Trained at leading institutions including Duke University and OHSU
    • Leads one of Korea's top cardiology departments
    • Published research in cardiac care advancements
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Kim Duk Kyung

  • Location: Republic of Korea, Seoul
  • Clinic:
    4.5
    Samsung Medical Center

  • Specializes in radiofrequency ablation procedures at Samsung Medical Center – one of South Korea's top hospitals.

    • Focuses on cardiac rhythm disorders and atrial fibrillation
    • Expertise in advanced ablation techniques
    • Practices at a leading medical center with cutting-edge technology
    • Dedicated to improving treatment options for arrhythmias
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Dong Seop Jeong

  • Location: Republic of Korea, Seoul
  • Clinic:
    4.5
    Samsung Medical Center

  • Specializes in minimally invasive heart surgery – patients recover faster with small incisions between the ribs. Dr. Jeong leads the Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Department at Samsung Medical Center.

    • treating arrhythmia, coronary insufficiency, and valve diseases
    • Performs complex cardiac procedures with reduced recovery time
    • Trained at Seoul National University and earned a doctoral degree
    • Former professor at Seoul National University Hospital
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Dong Ik Kim

  • Location: Republic of Korea, Seoul
  • Clinic:
    4.5
    Samsung Medical Center

  • Dr. Dong Ik Kim specializes in stem cell therapy for heart disease at Samsung Medical Center.

    • of experience in vascular surgery
    • Former Head of Blood Vessel Surgery at Samsung Medical Center
    • Trained as a Visiting Professor at Oregon Health Sciences University
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Bookimed Insights: Top Cardiology Specialists in Republic of Korea (2026)

Bookimed has coordinated 5106 requests for Cardiology in Republic of Korea, collaborating with 6 top-rated specialists. The doctors in this table are selected based on their international credentials, clinical expertise, and patient outcomes. The 2026 ranking is formed using verified data from actual patient cases and current programs from our partner clinics.
RankDoctorexperienceGood Fit ForWhat Sets Them ApartClinic & LocationConsultation
#1
Sang Chol Lee
Heart failure & valve diseasesLeads a top cardiology department in Korea with research training from Duke University. Specializes in complex heart conditions.
Samsung Medical Center
Republic of Korea
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#2
Kim Duk Kyung
Cardiac arrhythmia treatmentSpecializes in radiofrequency ablation for precise arrhythmia treatment. Practices at Samsung Medical Center – a top hospital in South Korea.
Samsung Medical Center
Republic of Korea
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#3
Dong Seop Jeong
Minimally invasive cardiac proceduresFocuses on minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery. Head of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery at Samsung Medical Center.
Samsung Medical Center
Republic of Korea
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#4
Dong Ik Kim
Stem cell therapy for heart diseaseSpecializes in innovative stem cell treatments for heart disease. Former Head of Blood Vessel Surgery at Samsung Medical Center.
Samsung Medical Center
Republic of Korea
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