Doctors in Republic of Korea — Page 6

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. 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 the Head of the Radiation Oncology Department and has an extensive background in oncology, having completed specialty training at Samsung Medical Center and Seoul National University Hospital. The doctor graduated from Seoul National University College of Medicine and specializes in the treatment of stomach cancer, pancreaticobiliary cancer, CNS tumors, pediatric tumors, sarcomas, and hematologic cancers.

The doctor is a vascular surgeon with a specialization in stem cell therapy for heart disease. After completing medical education at Hanyang University, the doctor furthered professional expertise as a Visiting Professor in the Department of Vascular Surgery at Oregon Health Sciences University in 2002. From 2017 to 2019, the doctor served as the Head of the Department of Blood Vessel Surgery at Samsung Medical Center, showcasing leadership and advanced clinical skills in vascular surgery.

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.

The doctor is a urologist specializing in urological surgery. They completed their medical education at Seoul National University and earned a Doctorate from the Faculty of Medicine at Catholic University.

Professionally, the doctor has held positions including Visiting Professor at Emory University and Assistant Professor at St. Mary's Hospital in Seoul. They served as the Head of the Urology Department at Samsung Clinic from 2010 to 2014 and have been practicing at the Samsung Medical Center since 1998.

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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. Byung-hee Lee is a neurosurgeon at RE:YOUTH Clinic in South Korea. He is a founding member of the Korean Society of Interventional Neurology. He also helped found the Korean Stroke Society. Dr. Lee treats complex conditions like Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and cerebral aneurysms.

• Published 24 SCI theses in domestic and international medical journals.
• Delivered over 50 lectures at medical conferences worldwide.
• Maintains active membership in the World Stroke Society and American Stroke Association.
• Works at RE:YOUTH, the only Korean clinic providing arterial stem cell therapy.

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. 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. Ahn Tae Hoon is the Director of the Cardiovascular Center at Naeun Hospital in Incheon. He specializes in heart failure, valvular disease, and interventional procedures. Dr. Ahn served as the President of the Korean Society of Cardiology. He completed his clinical training at the Montreal Heart Institute in Canada.

• Former President of the Korean Society of Interventional Cardiology (KSIC).
• Served as President of the Korean Vascular Intervention Society (KVIS).
• Past Organizing Committee Chair of the ENCORE SEOUL international congress.
• Treats complex coronary artery disease, angina, and myocardial infarction.

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. 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.

Dr. Choi Eun Kyu is an acting professor at Hanyang University in Seoul. He specializes in facial plastic surgery and breast reconstruction at URBAN Plastic Surgery. Dr. Choi holds permanent memberships in the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. He also belongs to the Korean Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.

• Performs complex facial procedures including rhinoplasty, facelifts, and blepharoplasty.
• Expert in secondary breast reconstruction and nipple reconstruction using various local flaps.
• Published research on facial and neck reconstruction for cancer patients.
• Works at a clinic seeing 8,000 patients annually with a 98% satisfaction rate.

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. Jooyoung Park has trained over 300 physicians in filler and HIFU techniques. He is a board-certified dermatologist and the CEO of BIOFACE Clinic in Seoul. Dr. Park completed his residency at the prestigious Seoul National University Hospital. He serves as an advisor for L&C BIO on dermatologic injectable trials.

• Winner of the Excellence in Education Award from the Korean Society of Aesthetic Medicine.
• Clinical advisor for biotech firms on neck-generation filler and medical device development.
• Member of the Korean Academy of Laser Medicine and the World Society for Laser Medicine.
• Performs stem cell therapy, thread lifting, and specialized anti-aging protocols.

Dr. Yu Ho Doh is a dentist at Seoul Today Dental Clinic in South Korea. He holds double degrees from Johns Hopkins University in the United States. His background includes Neuroscience and Applied Math and Statistics. He earned his dentistry degree at Seoul National University. Dr. Doh specializes in dental implants and restorative procedures.

• Performs All-on-6 implants, bone grafts, and surgical tooth extractions.
• Provides same-day zirconia crown installations using an on-site laboratory.
• Treats patients at a clinic serving over 16,000 people annually.
• Works within a multilingual team focused on international patient care.

Dr. Lee Sang Gu is the Honorary Director of Neurosurgery at Naeun Hospital in Incheon. He serves as President of the Korean Spinal Cord Society. Dr. Lee specializes in spinal tumors and minimally invasive spine surgery. He earned both his MD and PhD from Hanyang University. His work includes treating head trauma and cervical spine conditions.

• Full member of the North American Spine Society (NASS).
• Former President of the Korean Medical Appraisal Society.
• Served as the Chief of Neurosurgery at Korea Veterans Hospital.
• Committee member for AOSpine Asia Pacific.