6 Best Osteoarthritis Doctors in Seoul

Professor Nageonyoub leads the orthopaedic team at Samsung Balance Clinic in South Korea. He holds dual specialisations in both neurology and orthopaedics.

• Treats joint wear and tear using non-surgical rehabilitation protocols
• Combines neurological expertise with orthopaedic care for chronic joint pain
• Focuses on biomechanical balance to improve joint function and mobility
• Practices at a clinic dedicated to non-invasive musculoskeletal recovery

Professor Kim Joo Young uses regenerative stem cell therapy at Samsung Balance Clinic to repair joint cartilage without the need for invasive surgery.

• Specialises in knee stem cell treatments to restore mobility and cushion joints
• Performs arthroscopic procedures using small incisions for faster patient recovery
• Former Director of Orthopaedic Surgery for the Iraq Peacekeeping Division (Zaytun Unit)
• Trained at Seoul National University Hospital – one of South Korea's top medical institutions
• Full member of the Korean Orthopaedic Society and the Korean Hip Association

Dr Woo Kyung Kwak is an orthopaedic specialist at Leadheal Hospital who holds the FIFA Diploma in Football Medicine, focusing on joint preservation and recovery.

• Treats knee and ankle osteoarthritis using arthroscopy – keyhole surgery that reduces scarring and speeds up healing
• Performs total knee arthroplasty to replace joints damaged by severe wear and tear
• Uses Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy to help repair damaged cartilage without invasive surgery
• Former Chief of Orthopaedic Surgery at Armed Forces Daejeon Hospital
• Reviewer for international Springer Nature journals on surgical trends

Professor Jang Hyo Kim serves as an Adjunct Professor at Kyung Hee University and leads the Joint Center at Leadheal Hospital. He specialises in joint preservation and reconstruction to restore mobility for patients.

• Performs joint replacements for the hip, knee, and shoulder using minimally invasive techniques
• Completed an Ilizarov external fixation fellowship in Russia for complex limb deformity correction
• Uses trigger point injection (TPI) therapy to manage chronic musculoskeletal pain without surgery
• Full Member of the Korean Hip Society and the Korean Knee Society

Professor Kwangyeal Lee is a leading specialist in restorative joint surgery at Nanoori Hospital. He focuses on restoring mobility through both joint replacement and minimally invasive keyhole techniques.

• Performs total knee and shoulder replacements for patients with advanced joint wear
• Specialises in arthroscopic surgery – uses tiny incisions for faster recovery and less scarring
• Member of the Asia-Pacific Orthopedic Association and the Korean Knee Society
• Published research on ultrasound evaluation and collagen-mediated joint health
• Trained at the Catholic Medical College Seoul Hospital in major orthopaedic procedures

Professor Seongcheol Moon serves as the Chairman of Orthopaedic Surgery at Nanoori Hospital, where he leads surgical programmes for joint repair and reconstruction.

• Treats osteoarthritis using arthroscopic surgery – a minimally invasive method that reduces hospital stays
• Member of the Korean Knee Society and the Korean Arthroscopy Association
• Specialises in total knee arthroplasty to restore mobility in late-stage osteoarthritis cases
• Published research on improving implant alignment and functional outcomes in joint replacements
• Fellowship-trained at Kyung Hee University Hospital in complex joint and bone clinics