16 Best Orthopedics Doctors in Republic of Korea

Dr. Yang Yeongjun is an orthopedic surgeon focused on joint care and arthroscopy. He treats knee and shoulder disorders and performs arthroscopic surgery and joint replacement (arthroplasty). He also manages trauma and sports conditions, including sports injuries, foot and ankle problems, carpal tunnel syndrome, and fractures.

He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Catholic Medical Center. He then completed a fellowship at Catholic Medical Center St. Paul’s Hospital. He is a full member of the Korean Arthroscopy Society, the Korean Knee Society, and the Korean Shoulder and Elbow Society.

Dr. Lee Dongyeop is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in arthroscopy and joint replacement. He performs arthroscopic surgery (joint endoscopy) and total knee replacement. He treats shoulder disorders, sports injuries, and chronic knee conditions.

Credentials: M.D.-Ph.D. combined program, The Catholic University of Korea Graduate School of Medicine. Internship and orthopedic surgery residency, The Catholic University of Korea Catholic Medical Center. Clinical Instructor (fellow), Seoul St. Mary's Hospital, The Catholic University of Korea.

Dr. Kim Joo Young is an orthopedic surgeon at Samsung Balance Clinic in Seoul. He specializes in regenerative treatments and joint reconstruction. Dr. Kim served as the director of orthopedic surgery for the Iraq Peacekeeping Division. He treats complex conditions like knee osteoarthritis, meniscus tears, and frozen shoulder.

• Performs stem cell therapy for knees and osteoarthritis.
• Expert in knee arthroscopy and ligament reconstruction.
• Former professor at the Catholic University of Korea.
• Full member of the Korean Orthopaedic Society and the Korean Hip Association.

Professor Kim Jin Gu is a leader in South Korean sports medicine who has performed 3,000+ anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstructions. He serves as the Medical Director of Myongji Hospital and leads their specialised Sports Medicine Centre.

• Specialises in meniscus transplantation and knee arthroscopy – a keyhole technique for faster recovery
• Introduced Pittsburgh-style ACL reconstruction methods to South Korea
• Uses the CUVIS Joint robotic system for precision knee replacement surgery
• Serves as Vice President of the Korean Society of Sports Medicine
• Lead author of the Springer medical guide on knee arthroscopy

Dr. Woo Kyung Kwak is an orthopedic surgeon at Leadheal Hospital in Seoul. He specializes in minimally invasive bunion correction using the MICA technique. Dr. Kwak also performs total knee arthroplasty and arthroscopic joint surgery. He completed the FIFA Diploma in Football Medicine for sports injury management.

• Completed training at the Arthrex Surgical Skills Laboratory and the AO Trauma course.
• Served as the Chief of Orthopedic Surgery at Armed Forces Daejeon Hospital.
• Maintains membership in the Korean societies for orthopedics, arthroscopy, and sports medicine.
• Acts as a scientific reviewer for international Springer Nature medical journals.

Dr. Jang Hyo Kim is an orthopedic surgeon at Leadheal Hospital in Seoul. He specializes in joint preservation and complex reconstruction. He completed a fellowship in Ilizarov external fixation surgery in Russia. Dr. Kim currently serves as the Joint Center Director at Very Good Hospital. He is an adjunct professor at Kyung Hee University.

• Performs arthroscopy and replacement for the shoulder, knee, and hip.
• Treats spinal conditions using instrumentation, fusion, and discectomy.
• Holds TPI therapy certification for muscle and joint pain management.
• Full member of the Korean Orthopaedic Association and the Korean Hip Society.

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

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

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