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Dr. Yeom Jihye is a physician who specializes in dermatology, laser and aesthetic procedures, and obesity medicine. She is a full member of the Korean Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and Laser Medicine. She is a full member of the Korean Society for Obesity and Aesthetic Medicine. She is a lifetime member of the Korean Society for Laser Dermatology and Hair Restoration. She is a full member of the Korean Society of Aesthetic Surgery. She is a full member of the Korean Society of Dermatology, Obesity, and Plastic Surgery. She is also a member of the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD).

She completed the UCLA Clinical Observership Program. She also took part in the BHCHP Volunteer Workshop. She previously served as director at Cellin Clinic Hongdae, Shine Beam, U&I, and Bliv.

Minhee Ryu, MD I Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Faculty, Mendelson Advanced Facial Anatomy Course (MAFAC)

Editorial Board Member, Editorial Committee, Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Journal (SCI)

Member, Educational Council, International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS)

Active Member, The Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons (KSPRS)

International Active Member, The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)

International Active Member, The American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ASAPS)

Active Member, The International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS)

Director & Founder, RNWOOD Plastic Surgery, Seoul, South Korea (2024-Current)

Director, BIO Plastic Surgery, Seoul, South Korea (2013-2014, 2023-2024)

Director, BK Plastic Surgery, Seoul, South Korea (2010-2013)

A Global Leading Specialist in DEEP PLANE FACELIFT Education

As a Korean Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon in RNWOOD Plastic Surgery, Seoul, South Korea, Dr. Min-Hee Ryu brings a wealth of expertise to his work. He has been a Faculty member of the prestigious MAFAC (Mendelson Advanced Facial Anatomy Course) since 2016 and an editorial board member for the Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Journal (SCI) since 2019. Dr. Ryu is also a proud member of several esteemed professional organizations, including The Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons (KSPRS), the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), and the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS).

Dr. Ryu has shown a strong interest in facial rejuvenation surgery and anatomy, actively sharing his knowledge and experience. He has been invited to give lectures and perform live surgeries in over 15 countries, including South Korea, the United States, Germany, Singapore, Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, Brazil, Egypt, China, Japan, Russia and Mongolia etc. more than 100 times. He has authored numerous papers and books and has been particularly dedicated to educating about the DEEP PLANE FACELIFT. As a Faculty member of MAFAC, he teaches safe and precise surgery through multiple cadaver dissections each year since 2016. Additionally, as an editorial board member and member of the Educational Council for ISAPS, he actively contributes to the global advancement of academic research and education.

Dr. Ryu’s DEEP PLANE FACELIFT

Dr Ryu has been trying to constantly refine his DEEP PLANE FACELIFT, which can be summarized as 8 Key Features.

[Dr. Ryu's DEEP PLANE FACELIFT: 8 Key Features]

1. 'Differentiated Lifting Results'

2. 'Short Recovery Period'

3. 'Natural and Beautiful Ear Shape'

4. 'Nearly Invisible Incision Line'

5. 'Pain-Free'

6. 'Natural Eye Shape and Elegant Lifting Effect'

7. 'Slightly Uplifting Mouth Cornus'

8. '3 Days of Compression Garment Wear'

Dr. Ryu emphasizes elegance and individuality in his personalized diagnoses and surgeries. He is highly experienced in performing surgeries that consider the unique facial features of both Asian and Western patients, seamlessly combining his exceptional aesthetic sense with surgical expertise. With a passion for innovation and patient-centered care, Dr. Ryu is at the forefront of developing techniques that enhance the natural beauty of his patients, making significant contributions to the future of facial rejuvenation surgery.

Jiyoun Kang, MD, is the Medical Director of LALIAN Cheongdam Clinic in Seoul, an aesthetic and dermatology center. She is board-certified in family medicine in Korea and is an obesity medicine specialist. She completed her family medicine residency at Severance Hospital, Yonsei University. She later served as a clinical professor at Yongin Severance Hospital.

Her practice focuses on non-surgical facial rejuvenation, lifting and tightening, contour injectables, regenerative anti-aging care, medical weight management, and body contouring. She offers one-on-one consultations with a focus on safety. Each plan is guided by detailed skin and facial analysis.

Dr. Kang is a member of Korean societies in obesity, aesthetics, anti-aging, laser dermatology, and lifting medicine. She is a prospective board member of the Korean Academy of Obesity & Aesthetic Treatment (KOAT). She has held leadership roles at leading aesthetic clinics. At LALIAN, she advances evidence-based care.

Board-certified dermatologist

Member of the Korean Academy of Dermatology

Member of the Korean Society of Dermatologic Surgeons

Member of the Korean Laser Society

Member of the Korean Society of Aesthetic Dermatology

Former) Director of Oracle Dermatology Apgujeong Branch

Current) Director of Oracle Dermatology Cheongdam Branch

Graduated from the College of Medicine, Soonchunhyang University

Official Aesthetic Medical Doctor, APEC CEO Summit Korea 2025

Completed Thermage FLX Solta Medical Academy TTT Master Course

Full Member, Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery & Laser Medicine

Main Speaker, Elogio Educate APAC Malaysia 10Therma Launching Event

Full Member, Korean Public Health Doctors Association

Full Member, Korean Medical Association

Current: M.D, Oracle Dermatology Clinic Cheongdam Branch

Dr. Lee Youngsook is a specialist in internal medicine. She is a member of the Korean Society of Internal Medicine, the Korean Anti-Aging Association, and the Korean Society for Obesity Research.

She has held leadership roles at Oracle Dermatology. She was Director of the Oracle Dermatology Institute Apgujeong. She is now Director of the Oracle Dermatology Cheongdam Branch.