Doctors in Seoul, Republic of Korea — Page 11

Dr. Jaehyeon Lim is a spine neurosurgeon at Nanoori Hospital in Seoul. He was the first doctor in Korea to perform anterior cervical foraminotomy. Dr. Lim developed mini spinal fusion and painless fusion techniques using epidural treatment. He specializes in microscopic spinal surgery, scoliosis, and artificial disc replacement.

• Specializes in cervical spine diseases, spinal tumors, and non-surgical exercise therapy.
• Completed training in minimal-access surgery at the MERI center in Memphis.
• Acquired exercise therapy certification from the University of Florida.
• Director of the Korean Spinal Neurosurgery Society and the Korean Hospital Association.

Dr. Kang Seok-ho is a urologist at Korea University Anam Hospital in Seoul. He is a pioneer in surgical technology across Asia. Dr. Kang was first in Asia to perform robotic stereotactic bladder replacement. He also introduced robotic urinary tract diversion techniques to the region. His work focuses on robotic oncology for bladder, prostate, and kidney cancers.

• Served as Head of the Robot Surgery Center at Korea University Anam Hospital.
• Was Chief of Genito-Urology at the Korean Urological Oncology Society.
• Completed surgical research at the University of Southern California Institute of Urology.
• Performs robotic da Vinci prostatectomy and nephrectomy at a JCI-accredited facility.

Dr. Kim Hoon-yub developed the world's first robotic oral thyroidectomy. This landmark technique allows for tumor removal through the mouth. It leaves no visible scars on the patient's neck. Dr. Kim practices at Korea University Anam Hospital in Seoul. He is a recognized expert in minimally invasive thyroid surgery.

• Completed a research fellowship at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.
• Holds membership in the American Thyroid Association.
• Permanent member of the Asia Oceania Thyroid Association.
• Sits on the Medical Rights Advisory Committee for Korean thyroid surgeons.

Dr. Kim Dong-sik is a transplant surgeon at Korea University Anam Hospital in Seoul. He specializes in liver transplantation and abdominal surgery. Dr. Kim completed fellowship training at the University of Cincinnati in the United States. He received the Korea Health & Medical Award for his work in organ transplantation.

• Member of the International Liver Transplantation Society (ILTS).
• Former Assistant Professor of Surgery at the University of Cincinnati.
• Winner of the Fellows Excellence in Research Award at the Transplant Summit.
• Regular member of the American Society of Transplant Surgeons.

2010: Training, Transplant Surgery, Queen Mary Hospital, University of Hong Kong

2008 - 2010: Fellow (accredited by American Society of Transplantation) , Transplant Surgery, University of Cincinnati medical Center (OH, USA)

Regular Member, International Pancreas and Islet Transplant Association (IPITA)

Regular Member, The Transplantation Society (TTS)

Regular Member, 미국이식학회는 American Society of Transplantation (AST), ASTS는미국이식외과의사협회 American Society of Transplant Surgeon

Dr. Jung Seung-pil is the director of the Breast Center at Korea University Anam Hospital. He specializes in breast endocrine surgery and mammology procedures. He previously served as a full-time surgeon at Samsung Seoul Hospital. Dr. Jung also completed an international exchange program at Kurume Hospital in Japan.

• Directs the Breast Center at a Newsweek-ranked World's Best Smart Hospital.
• Sits on the steering committee of the Precision Medicine Research Center.
• Served as a human antiquities bank commissioner in South Korea.
• Treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility recognized for robotic surgery.

Dr. Kim Jin Joong is an interventional cardiologist practiced in Seoul. He holds both an MS and a Ph.D. from Yonsei University College of Medicine. His work focuses on vascular intervention for peripheral and aortic diseases. Dr. Kim treats patients at Seoul Queen Plastic Surgery.

• Member of the Korean Heart Association and the Korean Society of Internal Medicine.
• Sits on the Arrhythmia Research Society board.
• Author of multiple scholarly articles in South Korean and international medical journals.
• Specialized in treating complex vascular conditions through non-surgical interventions.

Dr. Im Jeong Taek is a plastic surgeon at Seoul Queen Plastic Surgery. He specializes in facial plastic surgery and reconstructive procedures. He earned his medical degree from Seoul National University. Dr. Im completed professional training at Samsung Hospital and Sant Pol in Spain. He treats patients at a clinic utilizing 3D CT imaging for precise surgical planning.

• Holds membership in the Korean Association of Craniofacial Surgery.
• Member of the Korean Rhinoplasty Association and Korean Blepharoplasty Association.
• Part of the Korean Society of Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery.
• Specializes in facelift surgery and aesthetic facial contouring.

Dr. Ha Seong Il is a surgeon at Seoul Queen Plastic Surgery. He is a lifetime member of the Korean Society of Surgery. Dr. Ha has also served as a judge for the Miss Korea beauty contest. He works at a clinic that uses 3D CT screening to improve patient safety.

• Specializes in plastic surgery, liposuction, and eyelid correction.
• Lifetime member of the European Society of Colon and Anal Surgery.
• Published academic articles on ultrasonic and laparoscopic techniques.
• Treats various surgical conditions and gastrointestinal cancer cases.

Dr. Kim Jin is a colorectal surgeon at Korea University Anam Hospital in Seoul. He is the Vice President of the Korean Association of Robotic Surgeons. Dr. Kim represents South Korea on the board of the Asia Pacific Endo-Lap Surgery Group. He performs surgical demonstrations for medical faculties in Hong Kong and Singapore.

• Directs the Training and Education Committee at the Korean Surgical Society.
• Sits on the Surgical Affairs Board of the Korean Society of Gastroenterology.
• Serves as Director of IT for the Korean Society of Coloproctology.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited hospital ranked among the world’s best by Newsweek.

Dr. Kim Dong Gul serves as the President and Chief Surgeon of POP Plastic Surgery in Seoul. He is a board-certified specialist in facial contouring, rhinoplasty, and anti-aging procedures. Dr. Kim leads the entire medical team at the center. He maintains a high safety record at a clinic with zero reported medical accidents.

• Specializes in complex mammoplasty and facial bone restructuring.
• Member of the International Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons.
• Holds membership in the Korean Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association.
• Treats international patients from the USA, Japan, and Thailand.