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Im Jeong Taek

  • New
  • 26 years of experience
  • Republic of Korea, Seoul, Seoul Queen Plastic Surgery
  • Plastic surgeon

    20 years of experience

    • Facial plastic surgery specialist;
    • The doctor graduated from Seoul National University in the field of plastic surgery.
    • He completed his internship at Samsung Hospital, South Korea, and San Pol, Spain.
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Blepharoplasty (Eyelid correction)
$1,450 - $2,000
Liposuction
$2,350 - $4,700
Facelift
$5,900 - $5,900
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Won-Han Shin

  • 5 Excellent 2 reviews
  • Republic of Korea, Seoul, Soon Chun Hyang University Hospital
  • Neurosurgeon, specializing in spinal neurosurgery

    35 years old

    • In 1991, he was invited to the Department of Neurosurgery at Thomas Jefferson University and Jefferson Medical College, USA.
    • Member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons.
    • Member of the Cervical Spine Research Society.
    • Member of the World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies.
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Lung cancer surgery
$17,900 - $22,500
Brain tumor removal
$15,400 - $19,300
Radioiodine therapy
$730 - $2,000
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Im Chol Van

  • 5 Excellent 2 reviews
  • Republic of Korea, Seoul, Soon Chun Hyang University Hospital
  • Dr. Im Chol Van at Soon Chun Hyang University Hospital Clinic is an expert in Urology and Geriatric Medicine, providing quality patient care with his high level of knowledge and experience.
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Lung cancer surgery
$17,900 - $22,500
Brain tumor removal
$15,400 - $19,300
Radioiodine therapy
$730 - $2,000
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Khong De Shchik

  • 5 Excellent 2 reviews
  • Republic of Korea, Seoul, Soon Chun Hyang University Hospital
  • Oncologist, specializing in clinical oncology and oncohematology

    28 years of experience

    • From 1992 to 1994 he completed an internship at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Institute, USA.
    • Since January 2001, he has been the director of Soonchunhyang University Hospital in Bucheon.
    • Received the Korean Society of Stem Cell Transplantation Medical Award in 2006.
    • He is a member of the international and American societies of oncohematology.
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Lung cancer surgery
$17,900 - $22,500
Brain tumor removal
$15,400 - $19,300
Radioiodine therapy
$730 - $2,000
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Kim Sig Jeong

  • 5 Excellent 2 reviews
  • Republic of Korea, Seoul, Soon Chun Hyang University Hospital
  • Oncogynecologist. Specialist in laparoscopic operations
Lung cancer surgery
$17,900 - $22,500
Brain tumor removal
$15,400 - $19,300
Radioiodine therapy
$730 - $2,000
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Hakjae Roh

  • 5 Excellent 2 reviews
  • Republic of Korea, Seoul, Soon Chun Hyang University Hospital
  • Neurologist
Lung cancer surgery
$17,900 - $22,500
Brain tumor removal
$15,400 - $19,300
Radioiodine therapy
$730 - $2,000
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Yongjin Kim

  • 5 Excellent 2 reviews
  • accreditation:
  • Republic of Korea, Seoul, Soon Chun Hyang University Hospital
  • Dr. Yong Jin Kim is a highly experienced and qualified surgeon of morbid obesity in Korea, with a Ph.D. from Soon Chun Hyang University and expertise in upper gastrointestinal tract and laparoscopic surgery. He is a professor at the department of general surgery and Head of the Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery Center at Soon Chun Hyang University Hospital Seoul, and holds memberships with various societies related to metabolic and bariatric surgery.

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Lung cancer surgery
$17,900 - $22,500
Brain tumor removal
$15,400 - $19,300
Radioiodine therapy
$730 - $2,000
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Na Young Kim

  • New
  • Republic of Korea, Seoul, MizMedi Women`s hospital
Doctor's visit
Price on request
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Kwang Rae Kim

  • New
  • Republic of Korea, Seoul, MizMedi Women`s hospital
  • Obstetrician-gynecologist

Doctor's visit
Price on request
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Dong Hyeon Lee

  • 5 Excellent 9 reviews
  • Republic of Korea, Seoul, Ewha Womans University Medical Center
  • Dr. Lee Soo-Hyeon is a Hematologist-Oncologist with over 26 years of experience, expertise in various types of cancer, and multiple awards and achievements. He holds a B.S. degree from Ewha Women's University, an M.A. from Seoul National University, an M.D. from Yonsei University College of Medicine, and a Ph.D. from Sungkyunkwan University College of Medicine. He is also an expert in Bone Marrow Transplantation and has multiple paper publications.
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Thyroid resection
$7,550 - $17,250
Lumpectomy
$7,529 - $8,963
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Hye Sung Moon

  • 5 Excellent 9 reviews
  • Republic of Korea, Seoul, Ewha Womans University Medical Center
Thyroid resection
$7,550 - $17,250
Lumpectomy
$7,529 - $8,963
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Kimchangjoo

  • New
  • 24 years of experience
  • Republic of Korea, Seoul, MOAMAN Hair Transplant Clinic
  • Currently) Director of Moaman Clinic

    Former) Director of Hair Transplant Center of Muto Beauty Clinic

    Director of Mobest Clnic 

    Director of Hairplus Clinic

    Director of Dr.Kims Hair transplant Clinic

    Adjunct professor of Hair Transplant Center of Kyungpook National University

    Completion of Hair Transplant Center of  Kyungpook National University

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Doctor's visit
Price on request
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Seongcheol Moon

  • New
  • 17 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Republic of Korea, Seoul, Nanoori Hospital
  • Dr. Seongcheol Moon is the Chairman of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Nanoori Hospital. He has specialized in shoulder and elbow surgery since 2008. Dr. Moon earned his medical degree at Kyung Hee University Hospital, where he also completed his residency and fellowship. He focuses on advanced orthopaedic techniques.

    Dr. Moon has published 11 peer-reviewed papers in leading journals. His research has made important contributions to shoulder and elbow surgery. He is a member of the Korean Arthroscopy Association and the Korean Knee Society. He also serves on the editorial committee of the Korean Shoulder & Elbow Association.

    Dr. Moon is known for his work in arthroscopic repair and total shoulder arthroplasty. His clinical results have been published in respected journals, including the American Journal of Sports Medicine and Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research.

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Hyeunsung Harrison Kim

  • New
  • 31 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Republic of Korea, Seoul, Nanoori Hospital
  • Dr. Hyeunsung Harrison Kim is a neurosurgeon who specializes in minimally invasive and endoscopic spine surgery. He treats herniated discs, spinal stenosis, and degenerative spine diseases. Dr. Kim earned his PhD in 2006. He completed advanced training at Chosun University Hospital, 21 Century Spine Hospital, and Anna Hospital in Germany.

    Dr. Kim has served as Director at Hurisarang Spine Hospital and Sun Han Hospital. He is also an adjunct professor at Chosun University Medical College. He has published over 50 peer-reviewed articles and several textbooks. Dr. Kim is a reviewer for World Neurosurgery and has received several best paper awards, including the 2018 Paviz Kambin Award.

    He is a member of NASS, ISASS, AO Spine, and other professional societies. Dr. Kim is known for his work in spinal surgery innovation and education.

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Jaehyeon Lim

  • New
  • 37 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Republic of Korea, Seoul, Nanoori Hospital
  • Dr. Jaehyeon Lim is a professor at Inje University Paik Hospital in Seoul. He specializes in microscopic spinal surgery, cervical spine diseases, artificial disc replacement, spinal tumors, mini spinal fusion, scoliosis, and non-surgical exercise therapy. He was the first in Korea to perform anterior cervical foraminotomy. He also developed mini and painless spinal fusion surgeries.

    Dr. Lim received advanced training abroad in minimal-access spine surgery and exercise therapy. He has published more than 10 peer-reviewed articles. He has also presented his work at major international symposiums. Dr. Lim holds leadership positions in the Korean Spinal Neurosurgery Society and the Korean Hospital Association. His work has made a strong impact on spinal neurosurgery in Korea.

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Kwangyeal Lee

  • New
  • 31 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Republic of Korea, Seoul, Nanoori Hospital
  • Dr. Kwangyeal Lee is an experienced orthopedic surgeon. He specializes in arthroscopic and total knee and shoulder surgeries. He also treats sports injuries. Dr. Lee received his MD from Catholic Medical College in Seoul in 1994. He has served as Section Chief at Sun Hospital and as Director at TeunTeun Hospital in Jeju.

    Dr. Lee is a member of several professional organizations, including the Korean Knee Society, Korean Orthopedic Association, Korean Shoulder and Elbow Society, Asia-Pacific Orthopedic Association, and the Korean Sports Medical Association. He has published more than 10 peer-reviewed articles and presentations. His work includes research on ultrasonographic evaluation of biceps tendon effusion and new methods for treating rheumatoid arthritis and scapular fractures.

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Iltae Jang

  • New
  • 42 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Republic of Korea, Seoul, Nanoori Hospital
  • Dr. Iltae Jang is a leading neurosurgeon with expertise in microscopic spinal surgery, cervical spine diseases, artificial discs, spinal tumors, mini spinal fusion, scoliosis, and non-surgical treatments. He serves as a professor at Korea University, Ewha Womans University, and Yonsei University. Dr. Jang has published widely in respected journals, including World Neurosurgery, Spine Journal, and the Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society.

    He holds an ECFMG certificate and completed fellowships in France. Dr. Jang has served as President of Nanoori Hospital and is the founder of the Nanoori Medical Foundation. He is active in several professional societies, such as the Barun Spine Society and the Korean Neurosurgical Society. Major Korean newspapers have recognized him as a top doctor in spine disorders. Dr. Jang’s work has helped advance spinal surgery in Korea and abroad.

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Francis Jeon

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 26 years of experience
  • 3000+ treatments performed
  • accreditation:
  • Republic of Korea, Seoul, 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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Breast lift
$3,000 - $5,200
Tummy tuck
$2,000 - $5,000
Liposuction
$2,600 - $4,000
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Park Young Ji

  • New
  • 25 years of experience
  • Republic of Korea, Seoul, Wooa Plastic Surgery Center
Breast lift
$9,000 - $11,300
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Jung Cheol-woong

  • New
  • 14 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Republic of Korea, Seoul, Korea University Anam Hospital
  • 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

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Myomectomy with Robot Da Vinci
$22,065 - $24,713
Stomach cancer surgery
$22,476 - $23,880
Nephrectomy
$16,870 - $18,273
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