Doctors in Republic of Korea — Page 3

Dr. Ha Heonyoung is the Director of Naeun Hospital. He is a preventive medicine specialist with 39 years of clinical experience.

Education: MD, Hanyang University College of Medicine. Master’s and Ph.D. in Preventive Medicine, Hanyang University Graduate School.

Clinical focus: Hair Loss & Obesity Clinic for hair loss prevention, weight management, liposuction, and fat grafting. Anti-Aging & Wellness Clinic for chelation therapy and anti-aging programs. Advanced biotherapy using stromal vascular fraction (SVF) for hair loss treatment and immune system enhancement.

Dr. Chong Gi Von has helped over 500,000 patients restore their vision at BGN Eye Hospital. He is the Chief Director and a leading surgeon specializing in refractive and cataract surgery. Dr. Chong focuses on minimally invasive techniques to ensure rapid recovery and safety.

• Certified to perform SMILE, LASIK, LASEK, and ICL lens implantation.
• Participates as an invited speaker at international conferences like ASCRS and ESCRS.
• Holds membership in the Korean Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.
• Practices at BGN Eye Hospital, which has performed over 346,000 vision corrections.

Dr. Lee Seung Hyun is a board-certified specialist and an adjunct professor at Korea University Hospital. He holds advisory and KOL roles with Galderma (Restylane), Merz Aesthetics (Ultherapy, Belotero), PharmaResearch (Rejuran), VAIM (Juvelook), and Thermage FLX.

Memberships include the Korean Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and Laser Medicine and the Korean Association for Laser, Dermatology, and Trichology. He is also a member of the Korean Society for the Study of Obesity, The Obesity Society, and ESMO.

Publications include papers in PLOS ONE (2018), Medicine (2016, 2015), and the Korean Journal of Family Medicine (2018). Topics include BMI and mortality; GFR and urine albumin-to-creatinine ratio with hearing loss in adults with diabetes; waist circumference and mortality; and ferritin in metabolically obese, normal-weight people.

Dr. Heeseok Kang is an obstetrician-gynecologist at Seoul Miz Hospital. He specializes in uterine preservation and robotic surgery for women. Dr. Kang is an adjunct professor of gynecology at Samsung Medical Center. He treats uterine fibroids, endometriosis, and pelvic floor disorders. He uses the Da Vinci robotic system for minimally invasive procedures.

• Won the Outstanding Thesis Award from the Korean Society of Gynecologic Oncology.
• Authored over 20 research publications on gynecologic surgery and oncology.
• Performs robotic hysterectomy and sacrohysteropexy for uterine prolapse.
• Works at Seoul Miz Hospital, which treats 200,000 patients annually.

Dr. Yang Jong Phil is a board-certified plastic surgeon at VG Plastic Surgery in Seoul. He specializes in facial bone contouring, rhinoplasty, and blepharoplasty. He completed a clinical fellowship at the University of Chicago Medical Center. Dr. Yang is an active member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS).

• Holds membership in the International Confederation for Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery.
• Maintains active status within the AO Foundation and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.
• Specializes in regenerative techniques using adipose-derived stem cells and lipoplastic surgery.
• Works at KOIHA-accredited VG Plastic Surgery, which serves patients from 47 countries.

Dr. Kim Sung Sik is a plastic surgeon at the JK Plastic Surgery Center in Seoul. He specializes in facial contouring, anti-aging, and rhinoplasty. Dr. Kim completed his residency and internship at Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital. He holds a postgraduate degree in plastic surgery from the Catholic University Medical School.

• Member of the International Society of Plastic Surgery.
• Certified by the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons.
• Performs specialized procedures including deep plane facelifts and revision rhinoplasty.
• Treats patients at a clinic with a 100% success rate for all procedures.

Dr. Kwon Soon-hong is a plastic surgeon at JK Plastic Surgery Center in Seoul. He specializes in body contouring, breast surgery, and fat grafting. Dr. Kwon completed his residency at Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital. He holds a postgraduate degree in plastic surgery from Catholic University Medical School.

• Performs complex procedures including tummy tucks, liposuction, and breast augmentation.
• Treats conditions such as gynecomastia using Vaser liposuction techniques.
• Member of the Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
• Works at JK Plastic Surgery Center, which reports a 100% success rate.

Dr. Kim Han Gyeol is an otolaryngologist at VG Plastic Surgery in Seoul. He specializes in both functional and cosmetic rhinoplasty. Dr. Kim ranked first in the 2016 ENT Residency In-Training Examination. He focuses on techniques like radiofrequency ablation for less invasive turbinoplasty.

• Performs deviated septum correction and surgical management of airway obstructions.
• Served as the Head of Otolaryngology at Armed Forces Daejeon Hospital.
• Earned a Master’s in Medicine from Sungkyunkwan University.
• Completed his ENT residency at the prestigious Samsung Medical Center.

Dr. Yoon Hyun Jun is a board-certified plastic surgeon at HERSHE Plastic Surgery Korea. He specializes in anti-aging surgery for the face and eyes. Dr. Yoon focuses on natural-looking and long-lasting results. He graduated from the Yonsei University College of Medicine.

• Full member of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons (KSPRS).
• Full member of the Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (KSAPS).
• Performed as head surgeon at Starjun Plastic Surgery Clinic.
• Practices at an ASPS-accredited clinic in Seoul.

Dr. Paik Hye-won is a surgeon at JK Plastic Surgery Center in Seoul. She graduated summa cum laude from the Catholic University of Korea. Dr. Paik specializes in eyelid surgery and anti-aging procedures for the eyes. She works at a clinic that reports a 100% procedure success rate.

• Member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
• Treats patients at the KAHF-certified JK Plastic Surgery Center.
• Focuses on blepharoplasty, double eyelid operations, and lower eyelid surgery.
• A member of the Asia Eye Surgery Research Association.

Ophthalmologist, specialist in cataract treatment

Dr. Jinchul Kim is the director of Samsung Miracle Eye Clinic in Seoul. He developed the Miracle Formula. This is the first lens power calculator designed for Asian biometric profiles. Dr. Kim specializes in SMILE, laser vision correction, and custom cataract surgery. He currently serves as a visiting professor at Samsung Seoul Hospital.

• Completed clinical training at the Mayo Clinic in the United States.
• Holds the ZEISS SMILE Excellent Surgeon certification.
• First Korean practitioner invited to lecture at the IOL Power Club.
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and ESCRS.

Dr. Park Hyun-young is a skin doctor at JK Plastic Surgery Center in Seoul. She specializes in aesthetic medicine and laser dermatology. Dr. Park earned her medical degree from Inje University College of Medicine. She completed her residency training at Bundang CHA Hospital in South Korea.

• Member of the Korean Academy of Laser, Dermatology and Trichology.
• Sits on the Korean Society for the Study of Obesity and Health board.
• Practices at JK Plastic Surgery, a premium center with a 100% procedure success rate.
• Maintains membership in the Korean Academy of Family Medicine and the Geriatrics Society.

Dr. Yoonjung Jo is a board-certified ophthalmologist and Director at Samsung Miracle Eye Clinic in Seoul. She is a certified ZEISS SMILE Excellent Surgeon specializing in refractive vision correction. Her practice focuses on personalized astigmatism and vision repair using 1:1 surgical planning. Dr. Jo is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO).

• Performs ReLEx SMILE, LASIK, and cataract surgery with IOL replacement.
• Maintains full membership in the European and American Societies of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.
• Treats complex eye conditions including glaucoma, uveitis, and retinal detachment.
• Works at a specialized clinic that treats 6,000 patients annually.

Dr. Paek Seung Chan is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at JK Plastic Surgery Center in Seoul. He is a visiting professor at both Catholic University and Korea University colleges of medicine. Dr. Paek graduated from Catholic University Medical School with a postgraduate degree in his specialty. He works at JK Plastic Surgery Center, which reports a 100% success rate for all procedures.

• Member of the International Society of Plastic Surgeons.
• Treats conditions such as gynecomastia and performs hair transplant surgery.
• Joined the Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and the Korean Aesthetic Society.
• Is a member of the Korean Society for Anti-Aging Medicine.

Dr. Kim Joo Young is an orthopedic surgeon at Samsung Balance Clinic in Seoul. He specializes in regenerative treatments and joint reconstruction. Dr. Kim served as the director of orthopedic surgery for the Iraq Peacekeeping Division. He treats complex conditions like knee osteoarthritis, meniscus tears, and frozen shoulder.

• Performs stem cell therapy for knees and osteoarthritis.
• Expert in knee arthroscopy and ligament reconstruction.
• Former professor at the Catholic University of Korea.
• Full member of the Korean Orthopaedic Society and the Korean Hip Association.

Dr. Yu Yeonghun is a gastrointestinal surgeon with a Ph.D. in Medicine. He specializes in hepato-pancreato-biliary (HPB) diseases and cancers. His focus includes liver, pancreas, biliary tract, and gallbladder cancers, as well as cholelithiasis and other gallbladder diseases.

He completed his internship and general surgery residency at CHA Bundang Medical Center. He then finished an HPB surgery fellowship at Samsung Medical Center. He has served as Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery at Konkuk University Choongju Hospital and at Samsung Medical Center. He later became Professor of Surgery at Eulji University Hospital.

He is a Lifetime Member of The Korean Surgical Society and the Korean Association of Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery (KAHBPS). He serves on the KAHBPS Planning Committee and Tumor Registry Committee.

Dr. Kim Gyeonrae, MD, PhD, is an otolaryngologist (ENT specialist). He is the Honorary Medical Director in the Department of Otolaryngology at Naeun Hospital. His clinical focus includes nasal disease, rhinosinusitis and chronic sinusitis, rhinitis, allergic rhinitis, and functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS).

Credentials: MMed, Hanyang University. PhD in Medicine, Wonkwang University. Fellowship training at the Medical College of Georgia and The Ohio State University College of Medicine (USA). Former Chief, Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, Eulji Hospital. Former Professor, College of Medicine, Hanyang University.

Leadership: Planning Director, Korean Society of Otorhinolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery. Director of Publications and Auditor, Korean Rhinologic Society. Selected papers: Korean Journal of Otorhinolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery 2009;52:816-821 and 2009;52:349-353.