31 Best Surgery Doctors in Seoul

Professor Kang has performed 40,000 surgical operations and pioneered the Kang Repair – a specialized mesh-free hernia technique. He achieved a remarkable recurrence rate of under 0.2% across 20,000 mesh-free procedures.

• Eliminates foreign-body risks by avoiding synthetic mesh implants
• Uses local anaesthetic and small incisions for faster recovery
• Ranked the top proctology specialist in Korea by Dong-A Ilbo
• Fellowship trained at St Mark's Hospital in London
• Founder of Gibbeum General Hospital in Seoul

Professor Mo is a world-renowned specialist in female cosmetic surgery. He was named one of the Top 100 Medical Experts in vulvovaginoplasty by the International Biographical Centre.

• Developed a 100% suture-free laser labiaplasty technique for cleaner healing and no stitch removal
• Created the semi-permanent pelvic ligament reattachment procedure to treat functional concerns
• Performs stem cell vaginal rejuvenation and non-surgical HIFU treatment for uterine fibroids
• Trains surgeons globally, including medical professionals from Australia, in cosmetic gynaecology techniques

Dr Kim Ji Hwan is a specialist plastic surgeon at the Lienjang Plastic Surgery and Aesthetic Clinic in Seoul. He focuses on facial rejuvenation through tailored surgical planning.

• Specialises in face and neck lifting surgery
• Focuses on creating balanced and natural-looking results
• Prioritises individualised surgical plans for every patient
• Provides detailed care pathways for post-operative recovery

Dr Ji Yong Lee is the Medical Director at Praum Urology Clinic and a board-certified specialist who developed the 5s Penis Enlargement Surgery system.

• Created a unified surgical method combining five specialised procedures
• Former Lead Urologist at Proud Urology Clinic
• Trained at the Korea University Guro Hospital prostate clinic
• Member of the Asia Pacific Society of Sexual Medicine
• Fellow of the Korean Urological Society

Dr Lim Yoon Min is a plastic surgeon at Lienjang Plastic Surgery & Aesthetic Clinic. He completed intensive surgical training at Severance Hospital – one of South Korea's most prestigious medical centres.

• Pursued international surgical training at Georgetown University Hospital in the United States
• Holds postgraduate medical qualifications from Yonsei University
• Serves as an adjunct teacher at Severance Hospital – training the next generation of surgeons
• Member of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons

Dr Yang Ki Yeol is the founder of Trinity Women's Clinic and a certified menopause specialist who has managed tens of thousands of clinical cases.

• Pioneered uterus-preserving treatments using minimally invasive techniques
• Uses High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) to destroy abnormal tissue without incisions
• Performs radiofrequency ablation (RFA) to shrink tumours using targeted heat
• Specialises in functional pelvic floor reconstruction and aesthetic gynaecology
• Serves as Clinical Professor at Kyung Hee University Medical Centre

Professor Jung Nan Hee is a Master Surgeon who pioneered scar-less, uterus-preserving treatments using radiofrequency ablation and high-intensity focused ultrasound.

• Treats uterine fibroids and adenomyosis without visible scarring or open surgery
• Uses ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy to remove ovarian cysts while preserving healthy tissue
• Completed a specialist clinical fellowship in gynecologic oncology at Korea University Medical Centre
• Serves as Director of General Affairs for the Korean Society of High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound

Professor Kang is a specialist in minimally invasive gynaecological surgery at Seoul Miz Hospital. He has been published in the Australian and New Zealand Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology for his work on surgical techniques.

• Specialises in single-port laparoscopic surgery – uses a single small entry point for faster recovery and less scarring
• Adjunct Professor at Samsung Medical Center – a top-tier South Korean university hospital
• Maintains leadership roles as former Head of Department at multiple major medical centres
• Recognised by the Korean Society of Gynecologic Oncology for outstanding surgical research

Professor Choi Sang Rok serves as a plastic surgeon at Lienjang. He holds a medical degree and a doctorate from Korea University – one of the top research institutions in South Korea.

• Completed specialist surgical training at Korea University Hospital
• Holds an adjunct professor role at Korea University
• Member of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons
• Specialises in aesthetic and craniofacial surgery techniques
• Member of the Korean Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association

Dr Ik-beom Shin is a specialised breast and thyroid surgeon at Seoul Miz Hospital. He is a primary author on groundbreaking research regarding gasless BABA robotic thyroidectomy.

• Recognised as an endocrine surgery specialist by the Korean Surgical Society
• Specialises in minimally invasive robotic thyroid surgery to avoid neck scarring
• Certified in ultrasound techniques to accurately evaluate tumours before operating
• Completed double fellowship training at Seoul National University Hospital and Inje University
• Regular member of the Korean Breast Cancer Society and Korean Thyroid Association

Dr Chang Young Woo serves as the head surgeon and representative director of Lienjang Plastic Surgery Clinic in Seoul. He leads the surgical team in one of Korea's most active aesthetic centres.

• Specialises in personalised treatment planning for surgical cases
• Oversees senior surgical consultations at the Seoul clinic
• Directs patient care pathways for aesthetic procedures
• Focuses on tailored surgical outcomes for international patients

Professor Hyun Moo Lee is a specialist general surgeon at Samsung Medical Center. He focuses on paediatric surgery and complex disorders of the digestive tract.

• Specialises in surgeries for the liver, gall bladder, bile duct, and pancreas
• Uses laparoscopic techniques – minimally invasive keyhole surgery for faster recovery
• Recipient of multiple awards from the Korean Association of HBP Surgery
• Member of the International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association
• Published research on gallbladder cancer and paediatric gallstone treatments

Dr Dae-won Kang serves as the Medical Director at Bbae Clinic and previously led the Health Promotion Centre at the Armed Forces Capital Hospital.

• Specialises in aesthetic surgery and medical weight management
• Member of the Korean Society for the Study of Obesity and Liposuction
• Certified specialist who trained at the respected Baik Hospital
• Active member of the Korean Association of Cosmetic Surgeons
• Expertise in laser-based treatments and dermatological procedures

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.”

Dr Jaehyeon Lim is a pioneer in spinal surgery who introduced anterior cervical foraminotomy to Korea to relieve pressure on neck nerves.

• Developed a specialised mini spinal fusion surgery and a painless post-operative recovery protocol
• Specialises in microscopic spinal surgery and artificial disc replacement for cervical spine diseases
• Director of the Korean Spinal Neurosurgery Society and the Korean Hospital Association
• Trained in minimal-access spine surgery at the Medical Education and Research Institute in the USA

Dr Hong Jung Lee is the Director of Yonsei Sarangmoa Women's Hospital and serves as an Adjunct Professor at both Yonsei and Korea Universities.

• Specialises in gynecological oncology and colposcopy for cervical health concerns
• Focuses on fetal medicine and perinatology for high-risk obstetric cases
• Trained as a resident in obstetrics and gynaecology at the prestigious Yonsei University
• Member of the Korean Society of Fetal Medicine and the Korean Society of Perinatology

Dr Go Mi Hyang is a dedicated specialist at Yonseisarangmoa Women's Disease Hospital. She focuses on women's surgical health and obstetric care.

• Specialises in gynecological procedures and women's health surgery
• Completed her obstetrics and gynecology residency at Gachon University Gil Hospital
• Member of the Korean Society of Perinatology focusing on maternal-fetal health
• Expertise in fetal medicine for high-risk pregnancy management
• Regular member of the Korean Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Professor Hong Ju is the Co-Director of Yonsei Sarangmoa Women's Hospital and an Adjunct Professor at the prestigious Yonsei University College of Medicine.

• Specialises in gynaecological surgery for various women's health conditions
• Completed specialist residency training at Yonsei University
• Serves as Vice Director of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
• Member of the Korean Urogynecological Society focusing on pelvic floor health
• Active member of the Korean Menopause Society and the Korean Perinatology Association