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Best Open heart surgery doctors in Republic of Korea: TOP 1 doctor

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Sungho Kim

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  • 44 years of experience
  • Republic of Korea, Incheon, SEJONG HOSPITAL

  • 1,200+ pediatric and congenital cardiac interventions performed — Professor Kim is a leading expert in catheter-based treatments for complex heart conditions.

    • 40 years specializing in pediatric cardiology and congenital heart disease
    • Proficient in ASD, VSD, and tetralogy of Fallot interventions
    • Hanyang University-trained with Master's and PhD in the field
    • Dedicated to long-term follow-up care from childhood to adulthood
    • Active member of multiple professional cardiology societies
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Bookimed Insights: Top Open heart surgery Specialists in Republic of Korea (2026)

Bookimed has coordinated 2 requests for Open heart surgery in Republic of Korea, collaborating with 1 top-rated specialists. The doctors in this table are selected based on their international credentials, clinical expertise, and patient outcomes. The 2026 ranking is formed using verified data from actual patient cases and current programs from our partner clinics.
RankDoctorexperienceGood Fit ForWhat Sets Them ApartClinic & LocationConsultation
#1
Sungho Kim
44 years of experienceCongenital heart disease interventionsRenowned expert in catheter-based congenital heart treatments — avoids open surgery where possible. Hanyang University-trained with 40 years of focused pediatric cardiology experience.
SEJONG HOSPITAL
Republic of Korea
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