Doctors in Republic of Korea — Page 2

Dr. Seunghyun Ahn is a board-certified plastic surgeon at AB Plastic Surgery in Seoul. He holds both an MD and a PhD from Seoul National University. Dr. Ahn specializes in facial contouring and complex craniofacial surgery. He uses precise anatomical planning to achieve balanced results tailored to facial proportions.

• Specializes in facial contouring, rhinoplasty, and aesthetic craniofacial procedures.
• Treats patients at a KAHF-certified clinic in the Gangnam district.
• Earned medical degrees from South Korea's most prestigious medical institution.
• Works at a facility recognized by the Ministry of Justice for foreign patient care.

Dr. Sangwon Hwang has performed over 6,000 spine surgeries at Leadheal Hospital in Seoul. He is a neurosurgeon specializing in endoscopic and minimally invasive techniques. Dr. Hwang treats complex cases like spinal tumors and revision surgeries. He focuses on procedures that reduce pain and speed up recovery times.

• Serves as the CEO and Chief Spine Surgeon at Leadheal Hospital.
• Expert in cervical artificial disc replacement and laminectomy.
• Former clinical instructor and adjunct professor at Asan Medical Center.
• Member of the Korean Spinal Neurosurgery Society.

The doctor is a graduate of the Soonchunhyang University College of Medicine and currently practices at the Oracle Dermatology Clinic Cheongdam Branch. With a specialized focus on aesthetic medicine, the doctor has completed the advanced Thermage FLX Solta Medical Academy TTT Master Course.

Recognized for professional expertise, the doctor served as an Official Aesthetic Medical Doctor for the APEC CEO Summit Korea 2025 and acted as a main speaker at the Elogio Educate APAC Malaysia 10Therma Launching Event. The doctor maintains active memberships with the Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery & Laser Medicine, the Korean Public Health Doctors Association, and the Korean Medical Association.

Dr. Choi Eun Kyu is an acting professor at Hanyang University in Seoul. He specializes in facial plastic surgery and breast reconstruction at URBAN Plastic Surgery. Dr. Choi holds permanent memberships in the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. He also belongs to the Korean Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.

• Performs complex facial procedures including rhinoplasty, facelifts, and blepharoplasty.
• Expert in secondary breast reconstruction and nipple reconstruction using various local flaps.
• Published research on facial and neck reconstruction for cancer patients.
• Works at a clinic seeing 8,000 patients annually with a 98% satisfaction rate.

Dr. Seung-Hyung Noh is a board-certified plastic surgeon at Seoul Miz Hospital. He specializes in complex revision surgery for major aesthetic procedures. Trained at Hanyang University and completed a clinical program at Columbia University in New York. Dr. Noh emphasizes natural results through the least necessary surgical intervention.

• Specializes in revision cases requiring precise technique and surgical judgment.
• Full member of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons (KSPRS).
• Performs a wide range of procedures from rhinoplasty to stem cell rejuvenation.
• Works at Seoul Miz Hospital, a facility treating 200,000 patients annually.

Dr. Kwon Jae-won is a specialist in integrated dentistry at 365 Seoul OneTop Dental Clinic. He graduated with honors from the Seoul National University School of Dentistry. He holds official certifications from the Ministry of Health and Welfare in two specialties. Dr. Kwon focuses on providing necessary dental care through precise oral diagnostics.

• Certified specialist in both implant dentistry and integrated dentistry.
• Completed his clinical residency at the Seoul National University Dental Hospital.
• Qualified SLS and DALS provider for Osstem and MegaGen implant systems.
• Member of the Korean Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.

Dr. Yun Chang Woon is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon. He is a former professor at Soon Chun Hyang University and a former department head at Armed Forces Capital Hospital.

Professional memberships: Korean Medical Association; Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons (lifetime member); Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery; Korean Association for Maxillofacial Contouring Surgery; Korean Association for Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery; Korean Society for Microsurgery; IPRAS. He is the Academic Chair of the Minimal Invasive Plastic Surgery Society.

Publications: Co-author of Neomajou: The 18 Korean Masters in Plastic Surgery. First author of “The Understanding and Stability of Insertion Layers in Thread Lift” (Journal of Surgery, 2023; 8:1903). Also published “Effectiveness of Botulinum Toxin A in Treatment of Frey’s Syndrome” (Arch Craniofac Surg, 2009; 10(2):114-119).

Dr. Seung-soo Han is the Representative Director of Gangnam Brand Eye Center in Seoul. He specialized in ophthalmology at Yonsei University Severance Hospital and IHIS Ilsan Hospital. Dr. Han completed clinical training at Emory University in the United States. He treats vision disorders using LASIK, LASEK, and multifocal lens implants.

• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and European Society of Cataract Surgery.
• Served as the Head of Ophthalmology at Suncheon Medical Center.
• Expert in ReLEx SMILE and SmartSight laser vision correction techniques.
• Works at a clinic seeing 7,000 patients for vision correction annually.

Dr. Sungwon Cho is the Director of Ophthalmology at Samsung Miracle Eye Clinic in Seoul. He is a certified ZEISS SMILE Excellent Surgeon focusing on vision correction. He has performed over 9,000 surgical procedures. Dr. Cho earned his degree from Boston University and trained at Korea University.

• Specializes in SMILE, LASIK, and cataract surgery with IOL replacement.
• Holds full memberships in the American Academy of Ophthalmology and ASCRS.
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.
• Served as a former director at Blue World Eye Clinic.

The doctor is a board-certified plastic surgeon who earned a PhD in Medicine from Seoul National University. Serving as an Adjunct Professor in Plastic Surgery at Seoul National University Hospital, the doctor has extensive clinical experience and a strong academic background. The doctor has contributed to medical literature with research on tissue expansion and reconstructive techniques, and has been featured as a medical expert on the television program Let Me In.

The doctor maintains active memberships in numerous prestigious organizations, including the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, the International Confederation of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, and the Korean Association for Maxillofacial Contouring Surgery.

Dr. Lee Woo Jin is a physician at Lienjang Plastic Surgery & Dermatology Center in Seoul. He completed his medical training at Kyung Hee University and Gyeongsang National University School of Medicine. His focus is aesthetic medicine and dermatology.

He is affiliated with the Korean Association for Laser Dermatology and Trichology and the Korean Filler Education and Research Academy. He is also a member of the Korean Academy of Facelift & Contouring and the Korean Society for the Study of Obesity. His practice centers on advanced laser therapies, injectables, facial contouring, and anti-aging procedures. He aims for personalized care and natural results.

Dr. Cho Sung Hee is a physician at Lienjang Plastic Surgery & Dermatology Center in Seoul. She earned her medical degree from Seoul National University College of Medicine. She completed family medicine specialty training at Seoul National University Hospital, a leading academic medical center in Korea.

She is a member of the Korean Academy of Family Medicine, the Korean Academy of Obesity and Aesthetic Treatment, the Korean Society for the Study of Obesity, and the Korean Society for Dermatologic Laser Surgery.

Her clinical focus includes family medicine, aesthetic medicine, and obesity care. She provides evidence-based, safe, and personalized treatment. She uses advanced aesthetic procedures to improve health, skin quality, and confidence.

Dr. Yeo In Gwon is a board-certified dermatologist at Lienjang Plastic Surgery & Dermatology Center in Seoul. He graduated from Chung-Ang University College of Medicine. He completed a dermatology residency at Chung-Ang University Hospital. He earned a Ph.D. in Dermatology from Chung-Ang University College of Medicine.

He is a member of the Korean Dermatological Association, Korean Acne & Rosacea Society, Korean Society of Dermatologic Laser Surgery, Korean Society for Dermatologic Surgery, and Korean Society for Anti-Aging Dermatology. His clinical focus is medical and cosmetic dermatology. Areas of interest include acne, rosacea, pigmentation disorders, and skin aging. He provides evidence-based care and uses laser and minimally invasive procedures.

Dr. Kim Jeong Min is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon. He served as a clinical fellow and as a clinical professor at Chonnam National University Hospital.

He is an active member of the Korean Medical Association, the Korean Association of Plastic Surgeons, the Korean Association of Plastic Surgeons in Private Practice, and the Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. He is also a lifetime member of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, a board-certified senior plastic surgeon with the Korean Society of Plastic Surgeons, and a member of IPRAS.

His publications include a 2008 first-author study that compared sensory changes after mastectomy alone and after immediate breast reconstruction. In 2007, he published studies on dystrophic calcification of the hand and on surgical guidelines for meningococcal-induced purpura fulminans.

Dr. Yang Ki Yeol is the founder of Trinity Women’s Clinic in Seoul. She has managed tens of thousands of clinical cases in menopause and gynecology. Dr. Yang is a certified menopause specialist and a pioneer in uterus-preserving treatments. She provides precision care through individualized hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and non-surgical techniques.

• Performs HIFU and radiofrequency ablation for fibroids and adenomyosis without major surgery.
• Specializes in functional pelvic floor reconstruction and laser vaginal rejuvenation.
• Director of General Affairs for the Korean Society of High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound.
• Clinical Professor at Kyung Hee University Medical Centre and author of a menopause guide.

Dr. Seung-hun Lee is the Representative Director of Gangnam Brand Eye Clinic in Seoul. He specializes in laser vision correction and cataract surgery. He completed his medical training at the prestigious Yonsei University Severance Hospital. Dr. Lee is an active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology.

• Performs ReLEx SMILE, LASIK, and multifocal IOL implants.
• Served as the head of ophthalmology at National Sorokdo Hospital.
• Participates in overseas surgical missions as a cataract specialist.
• Holds active memberships in the European and Korean Societies of Ophthalmology.

Dr. Jung Nan Hee is a recognized Master Surgeon and the founder of Trinity Women’s Clinic in Seoul. She specializes in uterus-preserving and scar-less treatments for fibroids, adenomyosis, and ovarian cysts. Dr. Jung is a pioneer in using RFA, HIFU, and ovarian sclerotherapy to avoid traditional surgery.

• Serves as Director of General Affairs at the Korean Society of HIFU.
• Leads international RFA Master Classes in Taiwan and Mongolia for other physicians.
• Holds a PhD from Korea University and completed gynecologic oncology training at its medical center.
• Maintains a professorship in female plastic surgery at the International Fellowship in Advanced Aesthetic Science.