110 Best Plastic Surgery Doctors in Republic of Korea

Dr Lee Hyun Gun is a board-certified plastic surgeon at Wonderful Plastic Surgery in Gangnam. He provides a single-surgeon care model where the same specialist manages the entire journey from consultation through to recovery.

• Full Member of the Korean Society of Plastic Surgeons
• Former Director at both DAE and Mind Plastic Surgery clinics
• Graduated from Konyang University College of Medicine
• Practises in Gangnam, providing dedicated English-language support for international patients

Dr Kim Jung Hwan is the Director of Wonderful Plastic Surgery in Seoul. He received the 2022 Best Paper award from the Archives of Plastic Surgery for his work on eyelid rejuvenation.

• Specialises in lower blepharoplasty – surgery to refresh the lower eyelids and remove bags
• Developed a bony fixation technique for elderly patients to ensure longer-lasting results
• Personal care model means the same specialist handles everything from consultation to recovery
• Board-certified plastic surgeon trained at Dongguk University College of Medicine

Professor Koo Youn-Taek is the Founder and Head Surgeon at Wonderful Plastic Surgery in Seoul. He holds a PhD in Plastic Surgery from the prestigious Seoul National University.

• Specialises in aesthetic eye surgery using natural adhesion and magic cutting techniques
• Maintains a continuity model where the same specialist handles consultation, surgery, and recovery
• Expert in multiple eyelid opening variations including lower back corner and wing trimming
• Provides English-speaking support and interpretation for international patients at his Gangnam clinic
• Served as Chief Doctor at major institutions like Banobagi and Wonjin Plastic Surgery

Wonjin is a highly credentialed leader in plastic surgery who holds a PhD from the prestigious Seoul University College of Medicine. He serves as Director across multiple prominent clinics, including Wonjin and POP Plastic Surgery.

• Trained at Seoul National University Hospital – South Korea's top medical institution
• Twice recognised as an Outstanding Doctor during his surgical training
• Acts as a clinical lecturer and mentor to other plastic surgeons
• Specialises in aesthetic and reconstructive pathways for international patients
• Combines surgical expertise with AI research for precise procedure planning

Dr Tae Jung Jang brings a unique pathology-informed perspective to plastic and reconstructive surgery at Wonderful Plastic Surgery.

• Specialises in managing complex skin conditions and difficult-to-heal wounds
• Expertise includes treating hidradenitis suppurativa and severe tissue infections
• Uses vacuum assisted closure – a technique that helps wounds heal faster by removing excess fluid
• Affiliated with Dongguk University College of Medicine in South Korea
• Focuses on surgical-pathology collaboration for more accurate tissue management

Dr Sam Yong Lee is a leading specialist at Wonderful Plastic Surgery in Seoul. She focuses on minimizing surgical scarring and managing recovery outcomes for international patients.

• Specialises in periocular reconstruction to repair the delicate structures around the eye
• Researches scar formation techniques to ensure better aesthetic results for Asian patients
• Expert in managing post-operative complications like seroma using targeted extracts
• Member of the Korean Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
• Former Director at Hugo Plastic Surgery with specialist board certification

Professor Pop is the Director of Wonderful Plastic Surgery and holds a PhD in Plastic Surgery from Seoul University College of Medicine. He was twice named Outstanding Specialist at Seoul National University Hospital.

• Specialises in rhinoplasty, facelifts, and complex reconstructive surgery
• Published research on advanced cleft lip reconstruction in the Annals of Plastic Surgery
• Expert in labia majora augmentation using hyaluronic acid fillers
• Lead surgeon with experience directing multiple high-volume plastic surgery clinics
• Provides tailored pre-operative planning for international patients seeking aesthetic procedures

Oh SJ specialises in facial reconstruction at Wonderful Plastic Surgery, focusing on eyelid and orbital wall repairs. He is a published expert in managing scar formation to ensure natural-looking results for Asian patients.

• Specialises in inferior orbital wall reconstruction – repairing the bone under the eye
• Expert in lower eyelid reconstruction with a focus on incision planning for minimal scarring
• Manages post-surgical complications like seroma – fluid buildup after surgery – using specialised extracts
• Full member of the Korean Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
• Former Director at Hugo Plastic Surgery

Professor Lee SY holds a senior academic position at Chonnam National University Medical School, focusing on plastic and reconstructive surgery research.

• Specialises in reconstructive surgery and complex treatment planning
• Published researcher in craniofacial surgery and wound management
• Focuses on a structured consultation process for international patients
• Affiliated with Chonnam National University Hospital for academic clinical care

Professor Kwang Seog Kim leads the medical team at Wonderful Plastic Surgery, bringing deep academic expertise from Chonnam National University Medical School.

• Specialises in facelifts using a precise four-layer lifting technique
• Targets the SMAS layer – the deep facial tissue – for more natural and long-lasting results
• Focuses on reconstructive surgery and managing post-operative recovery complications
• Performs mini facelifts for patients seeking less invasive facial rejuvenation

Koo YT is a specialist reconstructive surgeon who trained at the prestigious Seoul National University Hospital. He focuses on complex facial procedures including cleft lip repair and jaw corrections.

• Specialises in cleft lip reconstruction using muscle reinforcement for more natural results
• Performs orthognathic surgery to correct jaw alignment and improve speech outcomes
• Uses malar setback techniques for cheekbone reduction without removing bone strips
• Published research on facial reconstruction in the Annals of Plastic Surgery
• Former Director at Wonjin and POP Plastic Surgery clinics

Professor Jun Ho Choi specialises in high-precision reconstruction at Wonderful Plastic Surgery in Seoul. He is a leading authority in microsurgery and complex hand-related procedures.

• Serves as Professor of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Chonnam National University
• Acts as Examination Committee Chairman for the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
• Focuses on microsurgery – using microscopes to repair tiny nerves and blood vessels
• Expert in cleft palate and craniofacial surgery for facial bone reconstruction
• Published 105 research items, including new techniques for buttock reconstruction

Jae Ha Hwang is a key member of the reconstructive surgery team at Wonderful Plastic Surgery in Seoul. He focuses on a structured consultation-first approach for international patients.

• Practises at Wonderful Plastic Surgery in the heart of Gangnam
• Conducted peer-reviewed plastic surgery research at Chonnam National University Hospital
• Specialises in detailed pre-operative treatment planning for overseas cases
• Affiliated with the Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Chonnam National University

Professor Hwang JH is a leading reconstructive specialist at Wonderful Plastic Surgery in Seoul. He holds a professorship at Chonnam National University, focusing on aesthetic surgery and trauma care.

• Specialises in aesthetic surgery and complex trauma reconstruction
• Researches seroma management to reduce fluid build-up after surgery
• Serves on the Legislation Committee for the Korean Society for Surgery of the Hand
• Holds specialist credentials in anaesthesiology and pain medicine
• Expertise in pedicled deep inferior flaps for complex body reconstructions

Dr Sang-gyu Kim leads aesthetic care at TRUEMAN Medical Center, specialising in male breast correction. He is a recognized specialist at The Catholic University of Korea Seoul St. Mary's Hospital.

• Focuses on mammoplasty-related aesthetics for men, including gynecomastia correction
• Serves as an adjunct professor at Korea University College of Medicine Anam Hospital
• Member of the International Academy of Aesthetics for aesthetic medicine
• Completed healthcare policy training at Seoul National University as Head of Class
• Belongs to the Korean Mammoplasty Association for specialised breast care

Dr Junghyun Nam serves as Director at Umnagumo Plastic Surgery, where he focuses exclusively on breast augmentation using modern implant techniques.

• Holds a doctorate in Surgical Sciences from Kyoto University Graduate School of Medicine
• Served as Chief Physician at Nagumo Clinic in Tokyo – a specialist breast clinic
• Board-certified specialist by the Korean Board of Plastic Surgery
• Full member of the Korean Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
• Completed intensive surgical residency at Kyoto University Hospital

Professor Hwang Ho is the award-winning Chief Director of Hyundai Aesthetic Surgery in Seoul, winning the Grand Prize for Revision Eye Surgery at the Xinyang Asia-Pacific Medical Aesthetics Awards.

• Specialises in complex revision eye surgery to correct asymmetry or loosening from previous procedures
• Performs 'big-eye' enlargement surgery based on precise muscle and skin depth diagnosis
• Expert in revision rhinoplasty to refine nasal lines after unsatisfactory prior surgeries
• Performs dual canthoplasty and epicanthoplasty restoration to reconstruct eye corners
• Uses sub-brow lifting techniques to rejuvenate the upper face and eye area

Jung Hyun-woo leads aesthetic and weight management treatments at RE:NINE Clinic in Seoul. He combines his residency training from Severance Hospital with experience as a former director of two major clinics.

• Specialises in laser medicine and surgical laser techniques
• Focuses on obesity treatments and aesthetic weight management
• Member of the Korean Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery
• Member of the Korean Association for the Study of Obesity and Aesthetics