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Best Whipple surgery Doctors in Seoul for Australians

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Dong Wook Choi

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  • Location: Republic of Korea, Seoul
  • Professor Dong Wook Choi is a specialist in hepato-biliary pancreatic surgery at Samsung Medical Center with elite international training from the University of Pittsburgh.

    • Specialises in pancreaticoduodenectomy and distal pancreatectomy procedures
    • Completed a surgical fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh in the United States
    • Trained at Kyoto University in Japan and Seoul National University
    • Member of the International Association of Hepato Biliary Pancreatic Surgery
    • Expert in managing oncological conditions affecting the liver and pancreas
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Jong Kyun Lee

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  • Location: Republic of Korea, Seoul
  • Professor Jong Kyun Lee is a leading specialist at Samsung Medical Center, a hospital of presidential standards in Seoul. He focuses on complex pancreatobiliary disorders and abdominal oncology.

    • Performs Whipple surgery and distal pancreatectomies for pancreatic and bile duct cancers
    • Trained at the University of California and Seoul National University College of Medicine
    • Member of the Korean Pancreatobiliary Association specialising in advanced gallbladder research
    • Expert in both surgical and non-surgical solutions for benign and malignant digestive diseases
    • Active member of the Korean Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
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Lee, Kyu Taek

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  • Location: Republic of Korea, Seoul
  • Professor Lee, Kyu Taek brings international expertise to Whipple surgery, having completed specialised medical training at the prestigious Stanford University School of Medicine in the United States.

    • Specialises in oncological gastroenterology at the Samsung Medical Center
    • Performs pancreaticoduodenectomy and distal pancreatectomy for complex cancer cases
    • Completed clinical training at Kyoto Second Red Cross Hospital in Japan
    • Served as a Professor of Gastroenterology training next-generation specialists
    • Member of the Korean Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
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Choi Han Yong

  • Location: Republic of Korea, Seoul
  • The doctor is an accomplished oncosurgeon with extensive experience in urology. As the Head of the Samsung Department of Urology, the doctor has led numerous innovative surgical procedures and contributed to significant advancements in the field. The doctor is recognized for expertise in minimally invasive techniques and has been instrumental in developing new protocols for cancer treatment. The doctor is highly regarded for a commitment to patient care and has received multiple accolades for contributions to medical research and education.

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Bookimed Insights: Top Whipple surgery Specialists in Republic of Korea for Australians (2026)

Bookimed helps Australian patients find top Whipple surgery surgeons in Republic of Korea, collaborating with 4 leading specialists. The doctors in this ranking are selected based on their international credentials, clinical expertise, English proficiency, number of performed cases, and patient outcomes. The 2026 ranking is formed using verified data from actual patient cases — including reviews from Australian travellers — and current programmes from our partner clinics. All prices are displayed in AUD for easy comparison with Whipple surgery costs in Australia.
RankDoctorexperienceGood Fit ForWhat Sets Them ApartClinic & LocationConsultation
#1Hepato-biliary pancreatic oncologyProfessor at Samsung Medical Center with an international fellowship from the University of Pittsburgh. He is a member of the International Association of Hepato Biliary Pancreatic Surgery.
Republic of Korea
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#2Complex pancreatobiliary oncologyProfessor Lee brings a global perspective from training at the University of California. He manages high-stakes Whipple procedures and pancreatic cancers at South Korea's premier presidential-standard medical institution.
Republic of Korea
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#3Pancreatic and bile duct oncologyStanford-trained specialist focusing on complex pancreaticoduodenectomy. He combines high-level academic expertise as a Professor with clinical experience in major Japanese and South Korean medical centres.
Republic of Korea
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