Best Neurosurgery Doctors in Republic of Korea for Australians

Dr. Sang Won Hwang is a neurosurgeon focused on spine surgery. He has nearly 30 years of experience and has performed over 6,000 spine procedures. He is skilled in minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. He also performs cervical artificial disc replacement. His approach aims for faster recovery, less pain, and better outcomes.

He manages complex cases, including spinal tumors and revision surgeries. He uses careful diagnosis and personalized treatment plans.

CEO, Chief Spine Surgeon, and Spine Center Director at Lead Hill Hospital. MD, Inha University College of Medicine. Awards: 2021 Eunpyeong Grand Prize (Beautiful Donation Award) and 2019 Medical Service Award. Member: Honor Society (Community Chest of Korea), Korean Spinal Neurosurgery Society, Korean Neurosurgical Hospital Association, and Korean Regional Hospital Association.

Professor Lee Sang Gu is the Honorary Director of Neurosurgery at Na-Eun Hospital. He is the former President of the Korean Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Society.

• Specialises in minimally invasive spine surgery for faster recovery and smaller scars
• Treats spinal tumours, cervical spine disorders, and complex head trauma
• Serves as a committee member for AOSpine Asia Pacific
• Full member of the North American Spine Society (NASS)
• Former Chief of Neurosurgery at the Korea Veterans Hospital

Dr. Yang Seyeon is a neurosurgeon specializing in ischemic stroke, intracerebral hemorrhage, cerebral aneurysm, moyamoya disease, carotid artery stenosis, vascular dizziness, and head trauma. Dr. Yang is the Head of the Department of Neurosurgery at Naeun Hospital.

Dr. Yang graduated from The Catholic University and earned a Master of Medicine. Dr. Yang completed an internship and a neurosurgery residency at the Catholic Medical Center. Dr. Yang served as a neurosurgery fellow at Uijeongbu St. Mary’s Hospital and worked at its Regional Trauma Center. Dr. Yang also served as a dedicated neurosurgery specialist.

Dr. Yang served as a Clinical Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery at Uijeongbu St. Mary’s Hospital. Dr. Yang also served as Head of Neurosurgery at G‑Sam Hospital.

Professor Kwan Park focuses on neurosurgery at Samsung Medical Center, one of South Korea's most prestigious clinical facilities.

• Specialises in surgical management of the brain and nervous system
• Operates within a globally recognised healthcare centre
• Provides expert diagnosis and surgical intervention for neurological disorders

Dr Lee Jung Il is a specialist neurosurgeon at Samsung Medical Center – one of Asia's top-ranked hospitals for complex brain care.

• Specialises in Gamma Knife and CyberKnife radiosurgery for non-invasive brain treatment
• Targets tumours and lesions with high precision to avoid traditional open surgery
• Expert in using focused radiation for complex cases requiring pinpoint accuracy
• Works within a world-class neurology team focused on rapid recovery and patient safety

Professor Hyung Jin Shin is a leader in paediatric neurosurgery at Samsung Medical Center, where he treats complex brain and spinal conditions.

• Specialises in paediatric brain tumours and epilepsy surgery
• Former President of the Korean Society for Pediatric Neurosurgery
• Treats spinal meningiomas, which are tumours on the spinal cord membrane
• Managed maxillofacial disorders involving the face and jaw
• Chief Professor at Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine

Dr Byung-hee Lee is a pioneering interventional neurologist at RE:YOUTH who helped establish major stroke and vascular surgery societies in Korea.

• Specialises in vascular neurosurgery and minimally invasive neurointerventional procedures
• Founding member of the Korean Society of Interventional Neurology and the Korean Stroke Society
• Published 24 SCI-level research papers on complex cerebrovascular conditions
• Holds memberships with the American Stroke Association and the World Society of Cerebrovascular Surgery

Neurosurgeon, specializing in spinal neurosurgery

35 years old

• In 1991, he was invited to the Department of Neurosurgery at Thomas Jefferson University and Jefferson Medical College, USA.
• Member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons.
• Member of the Cervical Spine Research Society.
• Member of the World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies.

Professor Lim is a pioneer in South Korean neurosurgery, being the first to introduce anterior cervical foraminotomy to the country. He currently leads advanced spinal care at Nanoori Hospital and Inje University Paik Hospital.

• Developed mini spinal fusion surgery and painless post-op protocols
• Specialises in microscopic spinal surgery and cervical spine diseases
• Director of the Korean Spinal Neurosurgery Society (KSNS)
• Trained in minimal-access spine surgery in Memphis, Tennessee
• Acquired exercise therapy certification from the University of Florida

Professor Kim is a pioneer in minimally invasive spine surgery, having received the prestigious Paviz Kambin Award for his global contributions to endoscopic techniques.

• Specialises in endoscopic spine surgery – using tiny cameras and tools for faster recovery and less scarring
• Trained in advanced spinal procedures in both Germany and South Korea
• Leads the spine programme at Nanoori Hospital as a Director and Adjunct Professor
• Published over 50 research papers on treating herniated discs and spinal stenosis

Professor Iltae Jang was named South Korea's best spine doctor by the country's most respected newspapers for his work in microscopic spinal surgery.

• Specialises in microscopic surgery for artificial discs, spinal tumours, and scoliosis
• Uses endoscopic discectomy – a minimally invasive way to treat slipped discs with faster recovery
• Completed specialist fellowship training at prestigious spinal centres in Lyon and Paris
• Serves as President of Nanoori Hospital and the Korean Neurosurgery Hospital Society