10 Best Orthopedics Doctors in Seoul

Professor Kim Joo Young previously directed the orthopedic surgery department for the Iraq Peacekeeping Division. He specializes in restoring mobility using both surgical and non-surgical regenerative techniques.

• Performs stem cell therapy for knee cartilage repair to avoid invasive surgery
• Uses arthroscopic procedures – minimally invasive surgery for faster joint recovery
• Treats meniscus tears, ACL injuries, and chronic shoulder stiffness
• Former Director of the Joint Center at Gangdong Tenton Hospital
• Full member of the Korean Orthopaedic Society and Korean Hip Association

Professor Kim directs the Joint Center at Leadheal Hospital and serves as an Adjunct Professor at Kyung Hee University. He completed an Ilizarov fellowship in Russia to specialise in complex limb lengthening and deformity correction.

• Performs arthroscopic surgery on shoulders, knees, and ankles for faster recovery
• Specialises in joint replacements for the hip, knee, and shoulder
• Uses neuroplasty to treat nerve compression and scar tissue without major surgery
• Provides vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty for spinal fractures caused by injury or osteoporosis
• Member of the Korean Orthopaedic Association and the Korean Knee Society

Dr Woo Kyung Kwak is a specialist orthopedic surgeon at Leadheal Hospital holding the FIFA Diploma in Football Medicine. He focuses on sports injuries and minimally invasive foot and ankle surgery (MICA) to get patients moving faster.

• Performs MICA bunion corrections – uses tiny incisions for quicker healing and less scarring
• Specialises in arthroscopic shoulder and ankle surgery – keyhole techniques for joint preservation
• Treats ACL and meniscus tears with tailored rehabilitation programmes for athletes
• Former Chief of Orthopedic Surgery at Armed Forces Daejeon Hospital
• Reviewer for international Springer Nature journals – stays current with surgical trends

Professor Sung Wook Seo is a specialist orthopaedic surgeon at Samsung Medical Center, one of South Korea's most prestigious hospitals.

• Specialises in the surgical treatment of musculoskeletal conditions
• Consults at a leading JCI-accredited academic medical centre
• Focuses on providing evidence-based orthopaedic care

Professor Chul-Won Ha is a specialist at Samsung Medical Center with a doctoral degree and a focus on treating complex joint and bone conditions.

• Treats arthritis, sports injuries, and hip joint conditions
• Manages bone-related oncology cases including osteosarcoma and soft tissue sarcoma
• Expertise in corrective surgery for congenital clubfoot and foot deformities
• Published researcher in peer-reviewed journals for orthopaedic surgery

Jae Ha Hwang forms a key part of the reconstructive team at Wonderful Plastic Surgery in Seoul. He focuses on structured treatment planning for patients requiring reconstructive care.

• Affiliated with Chonnam National University Hospital in Gwangju
• Contributes to peer-reviewed plastic and reconstructive surgery research
• Specialises in detailed pre-operative consultations for international patients
• Uses a consultation-first approach to organise complex surgical pathways

Professor Moon is the Chairman of Orthopaedic Surgery at Nanoori Hospital and a leading authority on complex shoulder and elbow reconstructions.

• Specialises in arthroscopic rotator cuff repair and reverse total shoulder replacements
• Fellowship-trained in shoulder and elbow surgery at Kyung Hee University Hospital
• Performs robotic-assisted MAKOplasty for high-precision knee replacements
• Published over 10 research papers on joint mechanics and fracture patterns
• Member of the Korean Shoulder & Elbow Association and Korean Knee Society

Professor Kwangyeal Lee is the President of Gangnam Nanoori Hospital and a leader in South Korean orthopaedics. He specialises in joint preservation and reconstruction using minimally invasive techniques.

• Performs arthroscopic surgery using small incisions for faster recovery and less scarring
• Expert in total knee and shoulder replacements for advanced arthritis
• Provides stem cell therapy as a non-surgical option for joint injuries
• Serves as Director of Public Affairs for the Korean Society of Orthopedic Surgeons
• Member of the Asia–Pacific Orthopedic Association and Korean Knee Society