The #1 Medical Tourism Platform since 2014

Best ReLEx SMILE eye surgery ophthalmologists in Republic of Korea: TOP 10 doctors

author
Content meets the Bookimed Editorial Policy and is medically reviewed by
Fahad Mawlood - General practitioner. Winner of 4 scientific awards. Served in Western Asia. Former Team Leader of a medical team supporting Arabic-speaking patients. Now responsible for data processing and medical content accuracy.
image
Kim Mi Jin
Ophtalmologist
15 years of experience
4.2
7 reviews

Kim Mi Jin

Ophtalmologist
15 years of experience
Republic of Korea, Busan
BGN Eye Hospital
4.2
7 reviews
All-Inclusive package price:
ReLEx SMILE eye surgery
$2272
View deal
image
Doctor Cheon Hyeon-cheol
Ophtalmologist
22 years of experience
Republic of Korea, Seoul
Bright Eye Clinic

Doctor Cheon Hyeon-cheol

Ophtalmologist
22 years of experience

accreditations:

American Academy of Ophthalmology
ICL certified

Current representative Doctor of Bright Eye Clinic Gangnam

Former Bright Eye Clinic Busan representative doctor

Department of Ophthalmology, Armed Forces Daejeon Hospital

Ophthalmology specialist doctor in Korea

SMILE LASIK, ICL certified

12 years of SMILE surgery experience (starting in 2012), performed over 30,000 eyes

ICL Ophtec Expert Surgeon Certification

Cataract Physiol Certification

Full member of the Korean Ophthalmological Society (KOS)

Full member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)

Full member of the Korean Cataract and Refractive Society (KSCRS)

Full member of the American Cataract and Refractive Society (ASCRS)

Full member of the European Cataract and Refractive Society (ESCRS)

Full member of the Korean Contact Lens Society (KCLS)

Read more
image
Doctor Shin Woo-beom
Ophtalmologist
12 years of experience
Republic of Korea, Seoul
Bright Eye Clinic

Doctor Shin Woo-beom

Ophtalmologist
12 years of experience

Doctor of Bright Eye Clinic, Kyobo Tower, Gangnam

Graduated from Yonsei University Graduate School of Medicine

Ophthalmology resident, Yonsei University Sinchon Severance Hospital

Full-time physician at Yonsei University Sinchon Severance Hospital

Research clinical assistant professor at Yonsei University Sinchon Severance Hospital

Doctor of Ophthalmology, Siloam Eye Hospital

Ophthalmology specialist doctor in Korea

SMILE LASIK, ICL certified

Full member of the Korean Society of Plastic and Ophthalmology (KSOPRS)

Full member of the Korean Society of Pediatric Ophthalmology (KAPOS)

Read more
image
Doctor Choi Young-je
Ophtalmologist
11 years of experience
Republic of Korea, Seoul
Bright Eye Clinic

Doctor Choi Young-je

Ophtalmologist
11 years of experience

Doctor of Bright Eye Eye Clinic

Gyeongsang National University Hospital Retina Clinical Instructor

Ophthalmologist_Retina specialist doctor

Ophthalmology specialist doctor in Korea

SMILE LASIK, ICL certified

Full member of the Korean Ophthalmological Society (KOS)

Full member of the Korean Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (KSCRS)

Full member of Yeongnam Retina Society (KRS)

Full member of the Korean Contact Lens Society (KCLS)

Full Member of the Korean Uveal Society

Full member of the Korean Society of Optometry

Read more
Choosing Right Doctor and Clinic: Insider Tips
When selecting a doctor or clinic, keep these key points in mind:
Check credentials
Verify certifications from bodies like ISAPS, JCI, etc.
Review success rates
Choose doctors with solid experience in your specific treatment.
Read patient reviews
Browse Bookimed reviews from real patients to learn about their experiences.
Ensure effective communication
Pick clinics that offer language support for a smooth treatment process.
Ask about services
Confirm if they provide accommodation and transfers, and check the costs.
Choosing a clinic abroad can be stressful. At Bookimed, with over 800K patients helped, we understand your concerns. We know how to find trusted doctors, the best price-quality options, and solutions for even complex cases. We’re here to guide you every step of the way.
image
Yan Matsiivskiy
Head of Medical Coordinator Team
image
Doctor Kim Minjae
Ophtalmologist
11 years of experience
Republic of Korea, Seoul
Bright Eye Clinic

Doctor Kim Minjae

Ophtalmologist
11 years of experience

accreditations:

Korean External Eye Society

Doctor of Bright Eye Clinic, Kyobo Tower, Gangnam

Former Doctor of the Department of Public Health

Former Samsung Miracle Eye Clinic Gangnam Branch Doctor

Ophthalmology resident at Korea University Anam Hospital

Korea University Anam Hospital, Department of Ophthalmology, External Eye Department/Clinical Instructor of Cataracts

Ophthalmology specialist doctor in Korea

SMILE LASIK, ICL certified

Full member of the Korean Ophthalmological Society (KOS)

Full member of Korean External Eye Society (KCS)

Full member of the Korean Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (KSCRS)

Full member of the Korean Society of Optometry

Read more
image
Doctor Joo Rak-hyeon
Ophtalmologist
14 years of experience
Republic of Korea, Seoul
Bright Eye Clinic

Doctor Joo Rak-hyeon

Ophtalmologist
14 years of experience

accreditations:

Korean Contact Lens Society

Doctor of Bright Eye Clinic, Kyobo Tower, Gangnam

Ophthalmology resident, Inje University Ilsan Paik Hospital

Ophthalmology specialist doctor in Korea

SMILE LASIK, ICL certified

Full member of the Korean Ophthalmological Society (KOS)

Full member of the Korean Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (KSCRS)

Full member of the American Cataract and Refractive Society (ASCRS)

Full member of the Korean Contact Lens Society (KCLS)

Full member of Korean External Eye Society (KCS)

Read more

Find out about the best doctors here

20 top ranked ReLEx SMILE eye surgery doctors in the world are represented on this page. The list includes only verified specialists known for their experience and high success rates.

The ranking is composed according to the Bookimed patient reviews and considers the rating of hospitals where doctors practice.

Top 5 ReLEx SMILE eye surgery doctors on Bookimed.com:

How to choose the best ReLEx SMILE eye surgery doctors in the world?

The specialist’s CV contains details about the doctor’s expertise and work experience, education, scientific research, and languages spoken. Compare information on several specialists, read carefully about their experience, success rates, and methods they apply. Make sure the chosen doctor has relevant experience in the treatment of a medical issue you are looking for. Read reviews of patients who had a consultation with the chosen specialist.

Famous ReLEx SMILE eye surgery doctors have vast experience, continue education constantly, participate in professional associations and have positive feedback from patients treated.

What is the cost of a doctor's consultation?

The price for the consultation on ReLEx SMILE eye surgery varies between experts and depends on certain factors, such as:

  • the country of practicing
  • the clinical experience and reputation
  • the medical degree and educational background
  • the doctor’s workload
  • medical developments, proprietary techniques used, and awards, if any.

How to make an appointment with a chosen doctor?

To schedule your visit, just submit a request on Bookimed.com. Our coordinator will contact you to discuss the time and details of the appointment, so everything will go smoothly.

We can help to find the right doctors for ReLEx SMILE eye surgery if you have any difficulties with a choice. Bookimed services are free for patients ♥

Where you go for medical treatment

image
Kim Sun Young
Ophtalmologist
16 years of experience
Republic of Korea, Seoul
Healing Eye Clinic

Kim Sun Young

Ophtalmologist
16 years of experience

- Master of Arts, Graduate School of Medicine, Catholic University of Korea

- Ophthalmologist at the Catholic University of Korea Catholic Medical Center

- Clinical professor of cornea and cataract at Uijeongbu St. Mary's Hospital

- 2009 Seoul St. Mary's Hospital Award for Best Major

- 2008 Minister of Health and Welfare Award

- Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention received an epidemiological investigation citation

- Full member of the Korean Ophthalmological Society (KOS)

- Full member of The Korean External Eye Disease Society(KEEDS) 

- Full member of The Korean Contact Lens Study Society (KCLSS)

- Full member of the European Society of White Intestinal Refractive Surgery (ESCRS)

Read more
image
Kim Kuk Hwe
Ophtalmologist
15 years of experience
Republic of Korea, Seongnam
Alpha seoul eye clinic

Kim Kuk Hwe

Ophtalmologist
15 years of experience
  • Graduated from Seoul National University School of Medicine
  • Resident doctor at Seoul National University Hospital
  • Ophthalmologist at Samsung Hospital
  • Internship at the Mayo Clinic (Minnesota, Rochester)
  • Former Director of Ophthalmology Department of Pocheon Hospital (Gyeonggi Medical Center)
  • Former Director/Doctor of Glory Seoul Eye Clinic
  • Member of the Korean Association of Ophthalmologists
  • Member of the Korean Contact Lens Research Society
  • Member of the Korean Association of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
Read more
image
Joonsung Park
Ophtalmologist
25 years of experience
Republic of Korea, Seoul
Samsung Miracle Eye Clinic

Joonsung Park

Ophtalmologist
25 years of experience

Director, Samsung Miracle Eye Clinic Gangnam Branch 

· Former Co-Director, Cheonan Kim Eye Clinic 

· Founder, Cheonan Kim Eye Clinic Network 

· Graduate of Korea University College of Medicine 

· Master's Degree in Medicine, Korea University Graduate School 

· Doctorate in Medicine, Soonchunhyang University Graduate School

· Ophthalmologist, Korea University College of Medicine 

· Outpatient Professor, Korea University Medical Center 

· Cornea Fellow, Samsung Seoul Hospital 

· Outpatient Professor, Samsung Seoul Hospital 

· Clinical Instructor, Vision Correction Clinic, Samsung Seoul Hospital

· Reference Doctor for STAAR ICL and TICL 

· Awarded Smile 1 Million Thanks Trophy by Smile 1000, 2022 

· Ranked Top 5 in Nationwide Cataract Surgeries, 2014 

· Conducted Presbyopia Correction Cataract Surgery, 2007 

· Conducted Intraocular Lens Implantation Surgery, 2005 

· Member of the Korean Ophthalmological Society (KOS) 

· Member of the Korean External Eye Disease Society (KEEDS) 

· Member of the Korean Contact Lens Society (KCLS) 

· Member of the Korean Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (KSCRS) 

· Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS) 

· Member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS)

· Member of the Insurance Committee, Korean Ophthalmological Society 

· Member of the Medical Advisory Committee, Cheonan District Prosecutor's Office, Daejeon

Read more
This page may feature information relating to various medical conditions, treatments, and healthcare services available in different countries. Please be advised that the content is provided for informational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice or guidance. Please consult with your doctor or a qualified medical professional before starting or changing medical treatment.

Related Articles