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Dr. Sangkyu Park is an experienced Neurosurgeon with 18+ years of experience in the field, specializing in cerebrovascular disease, cerebral aneurysm, and other related conditions. He has a 2003 graduation from Hanyang University College of Medicine, an MS and Ph.D. from the Graduate School of Medicine, and is a member of various medical societies. He has authored book chapters and has been published in several national and international journals.

Dr. Kang Shin-Hyuk is a prominent Neurosurgeon in Seoul, South Korea with over 25+ years of experience in the field. His research interests include brain and spinal tumor, degenerative spinal disease, cervical vertebrae diseases, tumor diseases and injury in the vertebrae and spinal cord, and more. Dr. Kang Shin-Hyuk has published several presentations on spinal and brain tumors and other related topics in seminars and journals, and has won several awards in the field. He has demonstrated that hypoxia-induced Stat3 activity contributes to HIF-1, VEGF, MMP-2, and Twist expression in human glioblastoma.

Dr. Joo Kwon is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who specializes in facial plastics. He is a graduate of the Korean Catholic University and has held Korea Medical License and Certification of Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons since 1998. He is a Director of the Gangnam-gu Medical Tourism Association, Director of Korea International Medical Association (KIMA), and an active member of several authoritative associations on plastic surgery. He is no longer providing plastic surgery procedures personally.

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. Son Eun Young
Orthodontic Specialist – Director

Professional Summary

Dr. Son Eun Young is a highly qualified orthodontic specialist with extensive academic and clinical training from Yonsei University. With dual certification in Orthodontics and Integrated Dentistry, Dr. Son combines precision, experience, and global affiliations to deliver excellence in orthodontic care. She remains actively engaged in research and global dental communities.

Education

Bachelor of Dentistry
Yonsei University College of Dentistry

Master of Medicine
Yonsei University Graduate School

Clinical Training

Internship
Yonsei University Wonju Severance Hospital

Residency
Yonsei University Wonju Severance Orthodontic Department

Licensure & Certification

Orthodontic Specialist – Certified by the Ministry of Health and Welfare

Integrated Dentistry Specialist – Certified by the Ministry of Health and Welfare

Professional Memberships

Korean Association of Orthodontics (KAO) – Regular Member & Certified Doctor

American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) – Full Member

World Federation of Orthodontists (WFO) – Full Member

Yonsei University Correctional Research Association – Regular Member

Dr. Bum Seung Gyun
Prosthesis Specialist – Director

Professional Summary

Dedicated prosthodontist with extensive clinical training and a strong academic foundation in prosthetic and restorative dentistry. Dr. Bum is a certified Conservative Specialist and holds memberships in several prestigious dental academies, reflecting his commitment to excellence and continued education in advanced dental care.

Education & Training

Internship & Residency in Prosthodontics
Wonkwang University Dental College Hospital

Licensure & Certification

Conservative Specialist, certified by the Ministry of Health and Welfare

Professional Affiliations

Full Member, Korean Academy of Prosthodontics

Full Member, Korean Academy of Advanced General Dentistry

Full Member, Korean Academy of Stomatognathic Function and Occlusion

Dr. Son Dong Wan, MD, PhD, is the Chief of Urology at Naeun Hospital. He specializes in urologic oncology, urinary incontinence, sexual dysfunction, and laser prostate surgery. He performs robotic and laparoscopic surgery for cancers of the prostate, bladder, ureter, and kidney. He also treats ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction.

He earned his PhD from Pusan National University. He completed his internship and residency at Pusan National University Hospital. He is a former Chief at Wallace Memorial Baptist Hospital. He served as a Professor at the Catholic University College of Medicine. He was a Clinical Fellow at Seoul National University Bundang Hospital. He was a Visiting Professor at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD). He completed training in urinary incontinence surgery at the University of Liège.

Awards include the Excellent Paper Award (2007) and the Academic Achievement Award (2014) from the Korean Continence Society. He also received the Best Poster Award from the European Association of Urology (2013).

Regular member of the Korean Society of Radiology

Founding member of the Korean Society of Interventional Neurology

Founding member of the Korean Stroke Society

Regular member of the American Stroke Association

Regular member of the World Stroke Society

Regular member of the World Society of Cerebrovascular Surgery

Regular member of the European Society of Cerebrovascular Surgery

Regular member of the Intervention Society

24 pieces of overseas and domestic thesis presentation (SCI)

50 times of overseas and domestic conference lectures

20 years of experience

• holds a PhD in orthopedic dentistry;
• is a certified dentist by the Korean Academy of Dental Prosthetics;
• Member of the European Association of Osteointegration, American Academy of Implant Dentistry.

Dr. Kang Jin Seok is a board-certified surgeon. He received his medical degree and advanced training at Soonchunhyang University and its Graduate School. He completed his internship and residency at Soonchunhyang University Hospital. Dr. Kang also worked there as a full-time doctor and assistant administrator.

He is a member of several professional organizations. These include the Korean Society for Plastic Surgery, the Research Society for Breast Surgery, the Korean Medical Practitioners Association, and the Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.

Dr. Hong Young Ho is an experienced aesthetic physician at G Clinic. He specializes in body contouring and non-invasive slimming treatments. He has strong skills in liposuction, fat reduction, and other aesthetic procedures. Dr. Hong focuses on patient safety and achieving natural results. He earned his M.D. from Kyung Hee University College of Medicine and completed advanced training at Kyung Hee University Medical Center.

He is a full member of the Korean Society of Obesity Treatment, the Korean Society of Obesity and Aesthetic Medicine, and the Korean Society for Laser Medicine. Dr. Hong is also a member of the Union Internationale de Médecine Esthétique (UIME), the Korean Academy of Aesthetic and Anti-Aging Medicine, the Korean Society for Stem Cell and Tissue Regeneration, and the Korean Society for Skin Barrier Research.

Dr. Jae Un Lee is a plastic and aesthetic surgeon with 11 years of clinical experience. He specializes in facelift surgery, facial fat transfer, buccal fat removal, lip lift, and liposuction. Dr. Lee is known for achieving high patient satisfaction.

He is a certified member of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons and the Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. Dr. Lee has expertise in both aesthetic and reconstructive surgery. He has contributed to better outcomes in burn scar treatment and complex facial procedures.

Dr. Kim Young Eun is a board-certified surgeon. He graduated from Yonsei University's School of Medicine. He is the head professor of the Plastic Surgery Class at SoonChunHyang University. He leads both academic and clinical training in this role.

Dr. Kim has held several important positions in the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons (KSPRS). His roles include chairman, auditor, training director, finance director, and executive director. He is also active in the Korean Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association. There, he has served as chairman, director, and scholarship director of the Science Committee. He is also the chairman of the Research Society for Eye Surgery.

Dr. Lee Hyuck Jae is a board-certified surgeon. He graduated from Chosun University College of Medicine. He completed his training at Bundang Jesaeng Hospital, where he gained strong clinical experience.

Dr. Lee is a member of several professional organizations. These include the Korean Society of Plastic Surgery, the Korean Society of Cosmetic Surgery, the Korean Society of Plastic Surgeons, the Korean Society of Imaging Science, the Eye Surgery Research Association, and the Rhinoplasty Research Association.

He has worked at Yuno Plastic Surgery Clinic and Do Dream Plastic Surgery. He has contributed to the field through his clinical work and research.

Dr. Sung Bin Jang is a board-certified plastic surgeon. He has trained and worked in both Korea and the United States. He earned his medical degree from Yonsei University Graduate School of Medicine. He also holds a bachelor's degree from The University of Chicago.

Dr. Jang has worked as a plastic surgeon at Yonsei Medical Center, Shinchon Severance Hospital, The University of Chicago Hospital, and Medstar Georgetown University Hospital. He is a member of the Korean Association of Plastic Surgeons and the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons.

Dr. Jang is known for his dedication to high standards in patient care. He holds certifications from the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons.