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Park Young Kyu

Republic of Korea, Seoul

Leading doctor for Liposuction

4 Good•5 reviews

25 years of experience

Location: Republic of Korea, Seoul

Clinic:

5.0

SAERO Plastic Surgery

Dr. Park is a board-certified plastic surgeon known for precision and patient-centered care, with awards recognizing his outstanding clinical skills.

Recipient of the 'Top Resident Award' from the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons
Member of multiple prestigious societies including the American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Specializes in aesthetic and reconstructive plastic surgery with a focus on patient safety
Serves on research committees advancing plastic surgery techniques

4 Good

5 reviews

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Price on request

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130 people have requested a quote last month

Before and after liposuction and tummy tuck results at VG Plastic Surgery, improved body contour

Before and after liposuction results at VG Plastic Surgery, visible abdominal contour improvement

Before and after liposuction result at VG Plastic Surgery, improved jawline and neck contour

Before and after liposuction results at VG Plastic Surgery, visible abdomen contour improvement

Before and after liposuction results at VG Plastic Surgery, improved abdominal contour in male patient

Before and after liposuction results at VG Plastic Surgery – slimmer abdomen contour

Before and after liposuction results at VG Plastic Surgery, improved jawline and neck contour

Before and after arm liposuction results at VG Plastic Surgery – improved arm contour

Before and after neck liposuction results at VG Plastic Surgery, visible chin contour improvement

Im Young Min

Republic of Korea, Seoul

4 Good•3 reviews

20 years of experience

Clinic is certified

Korean Institute for Healthcare Accreditation

Location: Republic of Korea, Seoul

Clinic:

4.9

VG Plastic Surgery

Dr. Im Young Min is a board-certified plastic surgeon and CEO of VG Plastic Surgery, specializing in advanced aesthetic procedures.

Ph.D. in Plastic Surgery from The Catholic University of Korea
Associate Professor at St. Mary's Hospital, training future surgeons
Active member of Korean Association of Plastic Surgeons
Recipient of Korea's 100 Good Doctors award for facial contouring
Over 20 years of experience of philanthropic work with Save the Children

4 Good

3 reviews

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$1,500

Package price from$1,500

49 people have requested a quote last month

Tak Seung Wan

Republic of Korea, Seoul

14 years of experience

Clinic is certified

Location: Republic of Korea, Seoul

Clinic:

5.0

Dr. Tak Plastic Surgery

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon with extensive experience in liposuction, trained at top clinics in Korea.

Former surgical doctor at TN Plastic Surgery, Liting Plastic Surgery, and Hyundai Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
Member of the Korean Association of Liposuction
Specializes in minimal invasive plastic surgery techniques
Active member of multiple prestigious Korean plastic surgery associations

Doctor's visit

Price on request

Doctor's visit Price on request

48 people have requested a quote last month

Jung Young Choon

Republic of Korea, Seoul

Leading doctor for Liposuction

41 years of experience

Clinic is certified

Location: Republic of Korea, Seoul

Clinic:

5.0

HERSHE Plastic Surgery Korea

Dr. Jung Young Choon specializes in natural-looking body contouring with years of expertise in liposuction and fat grafting at HERSHE Plastic Surgery Korea.

Board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive training in fat grafting and precise body sculpting
Founder and Head Surgeon of HERSHE Plastic Surgery, a leading clinic in Seoul
Holds multiple patents for stem cell-based treatments enhancing fat transfer results
Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and other prestigious societies
Advisor for top aesthetic and medical device companies in the field of body contouring

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Price on request

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Before and after Vaser liposuction results at VG Plastic Surgery, improved buttocks contour

Hong Dae Won

Republic of Korea, Seoul

9 years of experience

Clinic is certified

Location: Republic of Korea, Seoul

Clinic:

4.9

VG Plastic Surgery

Dr. Hong Dae Won is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Asan Medical Center. He earned his MD from the University of Ulsan College of Medicine. He also trained at the University of Florence Hospital in the Section of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.

Accreditations and memberships include IPRAS, ASPRS, and ASAPS. He is an active member of the AO Foundation. He also belongs to the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, the Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, and the Korean Association of Plastic Surgeons. He participates in Korean academic groups in oculoplastic, rhinoplastic, lipoplastic and adipose-derived stem cell, rejuvenation, aesthetic and reconstructive breast, and maxillofacial surgery.

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$1,500

Package price from$1,500

25 people have requested a quote last month

Before and after liposuction results at JK Plastic Surgery Center, improved waist contour

Before and after liposuction results at JK Plastic Surgery Center, visible abdominal contouring

Before and after liposuction results at JK Plastic Surgery Center, visible abdomen contouring

Before and after liposuction results at JK Plastic Surgery Center, thigh contour improvement

Kwon Soon-hong

Republic of Korea, Seoul

Leading doctor for Liposuction

18 years of experience

Clinic is certified

Location: Republic of Korea, Seoul

Clinic:

5.0

JK Plastic Surgery Center

18 years of experience of medical experience – Dr. Kwon specializes in body contouring procedures like liposuction at JK Plastic Surgery Center.

Graduated from Catholic University Medical School with a major in Plastic Surgery
Member of the Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
Performs fat grafting alongside liposuction for enhanced results
Completed Intern/Residency at Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital

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Before and after liposuction results at Gclinic – slimmer waist and contoured back

Before and after liposuction at Gclinic, thigh contouring and fat reduction results

Before and after liposuction at Gclinic, visible waist contour improvement result

Before and after arm liposuction results at Gclinic – improved arm contour and fat reduction

Before and after liposuction results at Gclinic, improved thigh contour and reduced fat

Before and after arm liposuction results at Gclinic – visible contour improvement

Before and after liposuction results at Gclinic, visible back contour improvement

Hong Young Ho

Republic of Korea, Seoul

Leading doctor for Liposuction

21 years of experience

Location: Republic of Korea, Seoul

Clinic:Gclinic

Dr. Hong Young Ho specializes in liposuction and body contouring at G Clinic, focusing on patient safety and natural results.

Extensive experience in liposuction and fat reduction
Membership in Korean Society of Obesity Treatment
Trained at Kyung Hee University Medical Center
Member of Union Internationale de Médecine Esthétique

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$1,250

Package price from$1,250

Kim Young Eun

Republic of Korea, Seoul

Leading doctor for Liposuction

15 years of experience

Location: Republic of Korea, Seoul

Clinic:Wonjin Plastic Surgery Clinic

Professor Kim Young Eun holds key leadership roles in plastic surgery associations while practicing at Wonjin Plastic Surgery Clinic.

Graduated from Yonsei University's School of Medicine
Board Certified Surgeon with specialized training
Head professor at SoonChunHyang University
Chairman of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons

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$1,350

Package price from$1,350

Jae Un Lee

Republic of Korea, Seoul

23 years of experience

Clinic is certified

Location: Republic of Korea, Seoul

Clinic:

4.2

Onlif Plastic Surgery Korea

Dr. Jae Un Lee specializes in liposuction with over 23 years of experience of experience in plastic and aesthetic surgery at Onlif Plastic Surgery Korea.

Member of the Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
Skilled in a variety of procedures including facial fat transfer and reconstructive surgeries
Graduated from Konkuk University, College of Medicine
Completed residency at Konkuk University Hospital

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Jung Woo Kwon

Republic of Korea, Seoul

23 years of experience

Clinic is certified

Location: Republic of Korea, Seoul

Clinic:

4.2

Onlif Plastic Surgery Korea

Doctor's visit

Price on request

Doctor's visit Price on request

Before and after arm liposuction results at Gclinic – visible arm contour improvement

Before and after liposuction results at Gclinic, improved arm and waist contour visible

Before and after liposuction results at Gclinic – visible abdominal contour improvement

Before and after liposuction results at Gclinic, slimmer thighs and improved leg contour

Before and after liposuction at Gclinic, visible abdominal contouring and fat reduction result

Hong Seung Hyuk

Republic of Korea, Seoul

24 years of experience

Location: Republic of Korea, Seoul

Clinic:Gclinic

Dr. Hong specializes in lower body contouring and aesthetic treatments, delivering natural-looking results at G Clinic.

Board-certified specialist in Geriatric Medicine
Member of Union Internationale de Médecine Esthétique (UIME)
Adjunct Professor at Kyung Hee University College of Medicine
Medical Director at G Clinic

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$1,250

Package price from$1,250

Kim Kyu Hee

Republic of Korea, Seoul

15 years of experience

Location: Republic of Korea, Seoul

Clinic:Wonjin Plastic Surgery Clinic

Board-certified plastic surgeon specializing in liposuction at Wonjin Plastic Surgery Clinic.

Graduated from Soonchunhyang University and completed residency there
Member of Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
Member of Research Society for Breast Surgery
Previously served as full-time doctor at Soonchunhyang University Hospital

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$1,350

Package price from$1,350

Ha Seong Il

Republic of Korea, Seoul

27 years of experience

Location: Republic of Korea, Seoul

Clinic:Seoul Queen Plastic Surgery

Dr. Ha Seong Il is a highly experienced gastroenterology surgeon with 27 years of experience in the field, specializing in various surgical treatments.

Lifetime member of multiple prestigious medical societies
Published various academic articles in surgical fields
Specialized in various forms of cancer treatments

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$2,350

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Francis Jeon

Republic of Korea, Seoul

27 years of experience

3000+ treatments performed

Location: Republic of Korea, Seoul

Clinic:

5.0

Evita Clinic

Dr. Francis Jeon is a board-certified thoracic and cardiovascular surgeon. He has broad experience in both clinical work and teaching. He completed his medical degree and residency at Soonchunhyang Medical University and Hospital. He later worked there as an instructor and outpatient professor.

Dr. Jeon has held leadership positions, including Auditor of the Korean Society for Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery from 2019 to 2021. He is also a member of WPATH. Since 2009, he has served as the representative at Evita Clinic. In 2011, the American Biographical Institute named him “Man of the Year in Medicine & HealthCare.”

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$2,600

Package price from$2,600

Won Ki Jeung

Republic of Korea, Seoul

38 years of experience

Location: Republic of Korea, Seoul

Clinic:Wonjin Plastic Surgery Clinic

Professor Won Ki Jeung combines academic expertise with practical experience in plastic surgery at Wonjin Plastic Surgery Clinic.

Outpatient Professor at Soonchunhyang University
Active member of multiple prestigious plastic surgery societies
Special focus on facial and reconstructive procedures
Formerly practiced at One & One Plastic Surgery

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$1,350

Package price from$1,350

Bookimed Insights: Top Liposuction Specialists in Republic of Korea (2026)

Bookimed has coordinated 147 requests for Liposuction in Republic of Korea, collaborating with 15 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.

Rank	Doctor	experience	Good Fit For	What Sets Them Apart	Clinic & Location	Consultation
#1	Park Young Kyu	25 years of experience	Precision liposuction	Award-winning surgeon with a focus on patient-centered care. Member of ASPS and multiple research societies advancing aesthetic techniques.	SAERO Plastic Surgery Republic of Korea	Price on request
#2	Im Young Min	20 years of experience	Advanced body contouring	Board-certified plastic surgeon with a Ph.D. in the field. Leads VG Plastic Surgery and trains future surgeons at St. Mary's Hospital. Recognized among Korea's 100 Good Doctors.	VG Plastic Surgery Republic of Korea	Price on request
#3	Tak Seung Wan	14 years of experience	Minimal invasive liposuction	Specializes in minimal invasive techniques for liposuction, with extensive training at top Korean clinics. Member of multiple prestigious plastic surgery associations.	Dr. Tak Plastic Surgery Republic of Korea	Price on request
#4	Jung Young Choon	41 years of experience	Natural-looking body contouring	Specializes in fat grafting and liposuction for subtle, elegant transformations. Holds patents in stem cell-based treatments and advises top aesthetic companies worldwide.	HERSHE Plastic Surgery Korea Republic of Korea	Price on request
#5	Kwon Soon-hong	18 years of experience	Body contouring with liposuction	Specializes in combining liposuction with fat grafting for natural-looking results. Member of multiple prestigious Korean plastic surgery societies.	JK Plastic Surgery Center Republic of Korea	Price on request
#6	Hong Young Ho	21 years of experience	Body contouring and fat reduction	Focuses on natural aesthetic results with liposuction. Member of multiple prestigious societies including Korean Society of Obesity Treatment.	Gclinic Republic of Korea	Price on request
#7	Kim Young Eun	15 years of experience	Advanced body contouring	Leads Korea's plastic surgery field as KSPRS chairman – trains other surgeons while maintaining active practice. Yonsei-trained with academic leadership role.	Wonjin Plastic Surgery Clinic Republic of Korea	Price on request
#8	Jae Un Lee	23 years of experience	Liposuction and body contouring	Specializes in liposuction with a keen eye for aesthetic detail. Active member of the Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.	Onlif Plastic Surgery Korea Republic of Korea	Price on request
#9	Hong Seung Hyuk	24 years of experience	Lower body contouring	Specializes in lower body contouring with a focus on natural results. Board-certified in Geriatric Medicine and member of UIME.	Gclinic Republic of Korea	Price on request
#10	Kim Kyu Hee	15 years of experience	Body contouring	Specializes in aesthetic procedures with board certification. Active member of Korean plastic surgery societies with university hospital experience.	Wonjin Plastic Surgery Clinic Republic of Korea	Price on request

FAQ

These FAQs come from real patients seeking medical assistance through Bookimed. Answers are given by experienced medical coordinators and trusted clinic representatives.

How can I avoid 'shadow doctors' and ensure the accredited surgeon performs my liposuction in Korea?

Avoiding shadow doctors in Korea requires verifying board certifications through the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons and utilizing mandatory operating room CCTV. Patients should confirm that their consulting surgeon, like those at KOIHA-accredited facilities, remains the primary operator throughout the procedure.

Credential verification: Check names against official Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons databases.
CCTV transparency: Korean law mandates operating room cameras to prevent unauthorized surgical substitutions.
Accreditation status: Prioritize clinics with KOIHA or KAHF certifications for high-standard medical safety.
Direct consultation: Ensure the operating physician personally explains 100% of the surgical plan.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Top-tier centers like VG Plastic Surgery or JK Plastic Surgery Center employ board-certified specialists specifically recognized by the Korean Hospital Association. While high-volume clinics sometimes prioritize speed, these accredited facilities maintain advanced safety systems and state-of-the-art operating rooms to ensure surgical integrity. Our data shows clinics serving over 47 countries often provide multilingual coordinators who act as independent advocates during pre-op checks.

Patient Consensus: Many patients recommend requesting the surgeon’s medical license number and taking a photo with the doctor during the initial consultation. They warn against clinics that pressure you into quick decisions or discourage face-to-face meetings before the day of surgery.

What recovery and stay timeline should I expect for liposuction in South Korea?

Patients should plan for a 7 to 10 day stay in South Korea for liposuction. Most procedures are outpatient, allowing same-day discharge. You will be mobile within 48 hours, return to light work in 7 days, and see final body contours after 3 to 6 months.

Hospital stay: Most cases are outpatient with 0–1 nights required at the clinic.
Initial mobility: Patients are typically mobile and walking within 24 to 48 hours post-surgery.
Suture removal: Medical teams usually remove stitches during a follow-up visit on day 7.
Travel readiness: International flights are safe after 10 to 14 days to prevent blood clots.
Activity levels: Light exercise may resume by week 3, with full activity by week 6.

Bookimed Expert Insight: While clinics like 365MC Hospital offer rapid mini-liposuction under local anesthesia, standard surgical packages at VG Plastic Surgery often include 24-hour nurse hotlines. Data shows that booking 3–5 lymphatic massage sessions during your first week in Seoul significantly accelerates the deswelling process before your flight home.

Patient Consensus: Expect to wear compression garments 24/7 for the first month to prevent fluid buildup. Many patients recommend upgrading to an aisle seat for the return flight to ensure you can walk hourly.

What advanced liposuction techniques are commonly used in South Korea that improve safety and results?

South Korean clinics utilize advanced VASER ultrasound-assisted and MicroAire Power-Assisted Liposuction (PAL) to maximize fat removal while preserving connective tissue. These techniques prioritize skin retraction and rapid healing through high-definition sculpting, often achieving results with significantly less bruising and a 7 to 10 day initial recovery.

VASER technology: Uses ultrasound waves to liquefy fat cells specifically, protecting nerves and blood vessels.
MicroAire PAL: Employs vibrating micro-cannulas to break dense fat with minimal force and bleeding.
LAMS-mini liposuction: Provides non-incisional fat extraction under local anesthesia for targeted, small-area contouring.
360-degree sculpting: Treats the entire circumference of the midsection to ensure a balanced silhouette.

Bookimed Expert Insight: While many global clinics offer standard tumescent methods, Seoul centers like VG Plastic Surgery and JK Plastic Surgery Center integrate specialized recovery systems. Data shows that providing 24-hour nursing monitoring and built-in swelling reduction therapy is standard here. This comprehensive aftercare often allows for same-day discharge even after multi-area procedures.

Patient Consensus: Patients emphasize that using VASER yields 20-30% better contouring than basic methods. Many recommend scheduling daily lymphatic massages to cut swelling downtime by half.

What is LAMS (Local Anesthetic Minimal-invasive Liposuction) and what are its advantages?

LAMS is an innovative, minimally invasive fat reduction technique developed in South Korea that combines manual extraction with lipolysis injections. Using local anesthesia, surgeons remove fat through needle-thin entry points, allowing for instant visible results and same-day discharge without the risks of general sedation or surgical scarring.

Local anesthesia: Patients remain fully awake, avoiding general anesthesia risks and recovery time.
Micro-incisions: Small 2-3mm entry points eliminate the need for stitches or visible scars.
Rapid recovery: Most patients return to light work within 48 hours of treatment.
No compression: Restrictive garments are typically unnecessary due to minimal tissue trauma.

Bookimed Expert Insight: While LAMS is marketed as a quick fix, data from top Seoul clinics like 365MC Hospital shows it is most effective for patients removing under 10kg of fat. For larger areas like the abdomen or thighs, which cost between $1,500 and $6,375, combining the procedure with light compression can actually improve skin tightening results despite it not being strictly required.

Patient Consensus: Patients value the ability to walk out the same day and report that swelling peaks quickly at 5 days before fading. Many consider it a major benefit for office workers who cannot afford the week-long downtime required by traditional liposuction.

Do I need a personal interpreter for my liposuction consultations and follow-ups in Korea?

Most established Seoul clinics provide built-in English support for liposuction patients, making personal interpreters unnecessary. Large centers in Gangnam usually employ multilingual coordinators who manage consultations, surgical consent, and follow-ups. Independent interpreters are only recommended for small, local clinics targeting domestic residents rather than international medical tourists.

Clinic support: Major centers like VG Plastic Surgery provide multilingual staff for 47 countries.
Language availability: English, Russian, and Chinese are standard at KOIHA-accredited facilities in Seoul.
Pre-op services: Many packages include video or text consultations to clarify plans beforehand.
Cost inclusion: Translation services are typically bundled into surgical packages at no extra cost.
Follow-up safety: In-house coordinators ensure clear verbal instructions for managing pain and swelling.

Bookimed Expert Insight: While many surgeons at premium clinics like JK Plastic Surgery Center are board-certified and speak English, the high-volume environment means you should prioritize clinics with dedicated international patient centers. Clinics serving over 2,000 international patients annually usually have more refined English paperwork, which significantly reduces the risk of recovery protocol mistakes compared to smaller local practices.

Patient Consensus: Patients report that while translation apps work for basic needs, having a dedicated coordinator is vital for accurate medical terminology. Many travelers find that in-house support feels more seamless for navigating complex post-op care instructions.

Best Liposuction doctors in Republic of Korea: TOP 15 doctors

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Park Young Kyu

Im Young Min

Tak Seung Wan

Jung Young Choon

Hong Dae Won

Kwon Soon-hong

Hong Young Ho

Kim Young Eun

Jae Un Lee

Jung Woo Kwon

Hong Seung Hyuk

Kim Kyu Hee

Ha Seong Il

Francis Jeon

Won Ki Jeung

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FAQ

How can I avoid 'shadow doctors' and ensure the accredited surgeon performs my liposuction in Korea?

What recovery and stay timeline should I expect for liposuction in South Korea?

What advanced liposuction techniques are commonly used in South Korea that improve safety and results?

What is LAMS (Local Anesthetic Minimal-invasive Liposuction) and what are its advantages?

Do I need a personal interpreter for my liposuction consultations and follow-ups in Korea?