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Best bariatric surgeons in Republic of Korea: TOP 1 doctor

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Yongjin Kim

  • 5 Excellent • 2 reviews
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  • Republic of Korea, Seoul, Soon Chun Hyang University Hospital

  • Korea's first 'Master Surgeon' in bariatric surgery – Dr. Kim has performed over 2,000 weight loss procedures at Soon Chun Hyang University Hospital.

    • Specializes in laparoscopic and upper gastrointestinal tract surgeries
    • Head of the Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery Center at SCH Hospital
    • PhD holder and professor in general surgery
    • Member of multiple prestigious bariatric surgery societies
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Gastroectomy
$13,850 - $19,250
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Yongjin Kim
Laparoscopic bariatric proceduresKorea's first 'Master Surgeon' designation with 2,000+ bariatric surgeries performed. Heads the Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery Center at SCH Hospital.
Soon Chun Hyang University Hospital
Republic of Korea
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