Doctors in Republic of Korea — Page 2

Dr. Yoon Shik Kang, M.D., Ph.D., is President and Founder of Gibbeum Hospital, Korea’s only surgical‑specialty general hospital. Dr. Kang is a pioneer in hernia and colorectal surgery. He has over 30 years of experience and has performed more than 40,000 operations, including over 20,000 mesh‑free hernia repairs. He was ranked the No. 1 proctology specialist by Dong‑A Ilbo. He received the 2016 Hanmi True Medical Award.

Dr. Kang developed the Kang Repair, a mesh‑free hernia surgery. It avoids synthetic mesh and foreign‑body risks. Reported recurrence is under 0.2%, and chronic pain is under 0.5%. The procedure uses local anesthesia and a small incision. Recovery is fast, and early travel is possible. It is often safer for older adults and patients with other conditions. Dr. Kang earned his bachelor’s, master’s, and Ph.D. in Medicine from Seoul National University College of Medicine. He was a colorectal research fellow at St. Mark’s (1993–1994). He has been an invited speaker at the Japanese Society of Coloproctology and a presenter at the 100th ASCRS. Patients have come from more than 56 countries.

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.

Graduated from the College of Medicine, Soonchunhyang University

Official Aesthetic Medical Doctor, APEC CEO Summit Korea 2025

Completed Thermage FLX Solta Medical Academy TTT Master Course

Full Member, Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery & Laser Medicine

Main Speaker, Elogio Educate APAC Malaysia 10Therma Launching Event

Full Member, Korean Public Health Doctors Association

Full Member, Korean Medical Association

Current: M.D, Oracle Dermatology Clinic Cheongdam Branch

Dr. Seung Hyun Ahn, MD, PhD, is a board-certified plastic surgeon with more than 20 years of experience. He graduated from Seoul National University College of Medicine and earned both his MD and PhD at Seoul National University Graduate School of Medicine.

Dr. Ahn specializes in facial contouring. He has extensive experience in craniofacial and aesthetic surgery. His approach focuses on precise anatomical planning and patient safety. He aims for balanced, natural results and refines his techniques to suit each patient’s facial proportions.

Dr. Kwon Jae-won is a specialist in integrated dentistry. He provides careful diagnosis and recommends only the care you need. He graduated with honors from the Seoul National University School of Dentistry. He completed his residency at Seoul National University Dental Hospital. He is certified by the Ministry of Health and Welfare in implant dentistry and in integrated dentistry.

He is a member of the Korean Dental Association, the Korean Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, the Korean Academy of Periodontology, the Korean Dental Society, the Korean Academy of Implant Dentistry, and the Korean Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. His credentials include the Osstem Implant Clinical Training Certificate. He is an SLS Provider (Osstem Implant) and a DALS Provider (MegaGen Implant).

Dr. Jacob Kim is a clinician specializing in advanced implantology and aesthetic dentistry. He has a strong track record in complex cases.

He is an active member of leading dental associations. He advances the field through ongoing clinical research and professional contributions. His practice uses advanced diagnostics, including 3D CT imaging, to plan and deliver precise treatment.

Dr. Seung-soo Han is an ophthalmology specialist and the Representative Director of Gangnam Brand Eye Center. He previously served as Director of Haneul Eye Clinic. He was also Head of Ophthalmology at Suncheon Medical Center and Yeongam Hospital. He worked as an ophthalmology specialist at NHIS Ilsan Hospital and at Yonsei University Severance Hospital. He completed medical training at Emory University in the United States. He graduated from Yonsei University College of Medicine. He holds a master’s degree in hospital management from the Yonsei University Graduate School of Public Health.

Active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ESCRS), the Korean Ophthalmological Society (KOS), the Korean Optometry Society, the Korean Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (KSCRS), and the Korea Cornea Society.

Dr. Yootaek Kong, MD, is a board-certified plastic surgeon. He graduated from Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine and completed specialist training at Samsung Medical Center.

He has broad experience in facial plastic surgery and aesthetic procedures. He plans care based on each patient’s facial anatomy and proportions. His focus is safety and natural-looking results.

Dr. Kong has performed more than 8,000 aesthetic procedures. He uses a structured consultation process and provides consistent follow-up after treatment.

Dr. Ki Yeol Yang, MD, PhD, is the Founder and Representative Director of Trinity Women’s Clinic. She is a menopause specialist and a pioneer in uterus-preserving, minimally invasive gynecology. She is a Korean board-certified OB/GYN and a certified menopause specialist (Korean Menopause Society). Her practice, informed by tens of thousands of clinical cases, provides individualized HRT and precision care.

She is experienced in HIFU and RFA for fibroids and adenomyosis, laser vaginal rejuvenation, and functional pelvic floor reconstruction. She is a Clinical Professor at Kyung Hee University Medical Centre. She serves as Director of Academic Affairs for the Korean Medical Practitioners’ Association and as Business Director for the Korean Therapeutic Ultrasound Medical Association. She is also the author of a menopause patient guide.

Founder of Trinity Women’s Clinic. Recognized as a Master Surgeon in minimally invasive gynecology and female aesthetic surgery. Pioneers uterus‑preserving, scar‑less care using RFA, HIFU, and ovarian sclerotherapy.

Professor of Non‑surgical Female Plastic Surgery at IFAAS. Leads international RFA Master Classes in Taiwan and Mongolia. Director of General Affairs at the Korean Society of HIFU. Holds director roles with KMPA, KCOG, and the Korean Society of Therapeutic Ultrasound.

MD/PhD, Korea University. Fellowship in Gynecologic Oncology at Korea University Medical Center. HIFU training at Fudan University. Preceptorship at Uppsala University. Former Medical Affairs executive at MSD, Takeda, and Novo Nordisk. Key Doctor and consultant to Bayer, Novo Nordisk, PharmaResearch, and RF Medical. Member of AACR and IGCS. Medical advisor on Channel A and TV Chosun.

Dr. Seung-hun Lee is an ophthalmologist. He trained at Yonsei University Severance Hospital and graduated from Yonsei University College of Medicine. He is the Representative Director of Gangnam Brand Eye Clinic.

His past roles include Representative Director at Gangnam ID Eye Clinic, Director at I Love Eye Center, and Head of Ophthalmology at National Sorokdo Hospital. He has also served as a cataract surgeon with Vision Care (Vision Eye Camp) in overseas volunteer work.

Accreditations: Active member of the AAO, SOE, KOS, KSCRS, and the Korea Cornea Society.

Dr. Heeseok Kang is an obstetrician-gynecologist at Seoul Miz Hospital. He specializes in uterine preservation and robotic surgery for women. Dr. Kang is an adjunct professor of gynecology at Samsung Medical Center. He treats uterine fibroids, endometriosis, and pelvic floor disorders. He uses the Da Vinci robotic system for minimally invasive procedures.

• Won the Outstanding Thesis Award from the Korean Society of Gynecologic Oncology.
• Authored over 20 research publications on gynecologic surgery and oncology.
• Performs robotic hysterectomy and sacrohysteropexy for uterine prolapse.
• Works at Seoul Miz Hospital, which treats 200,000 patients annually.

Dr. Chong Gi Von has helped over 500,000 patients restore their vision at BGN Eye Hospital. He is the Chief Director and a leading surgeon specializing in refractive and cataract surgery. Dr. Chong focuses on minimally invasive techniques to ensure rapid recovery and safety.

• Certified to perform SMILE, LASIK, LASEK, and ICL lens implantation.
• Participates as an invited speaker at international conferences like ASCRS and ESCRS.
• Holds membership in the Korean Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.
• Practices at BGN Eye Hospital, which has performed over 346,000 vision corrections.

Dr. Park Young Kyu is a plastic surgeon at SAERO Plastic Surgery in Seoul. He graduated summa cum laude from Hallym University. Dr. Park earned the Top Medical Resident award from the Korean Society of Plastic Surgeons. He currently serves as an adjunct professor at Gangnam Sacred Heart Hospital.

• Specializes in complex facial contouring, deep plane facelifts, and revision rhinoplasty.
• Member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS).
• Active member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).
• Sits on the KSPRS steering committees for anti-aging and filler research.

Dr. Hong Dae Won is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Asan Medical Center. He earned his MD from the University of Ulsan College of Medicine. He also trained at the University of Florence Hospital in the Section of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.

Accreditations and memberships include IPRAS, ASPRS, and ASAPS. He is an active member of the AO Foundation. He also belongs to the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, the Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, and the Korean Association of Plastic Surgeons. He participates in Korean academic groups in oculoplastic, rhinoplastic, lipoplastic and adipose-derived stem cell, rejuvenation, aesthetic and reconstructive breast, and maxillofacial surgery.

Dr. Kim Sung Sik is a plastic surgeon at the JK Plastic Surgery Center in Seoul. He specializes in facial contouring, anti-aging, and rhinoplasty. Dr. Kim completed his residency and internship at Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital. He holds a postgraduate degree in plastic surgery from the Catholic University Medical School.

• Member of the International Society of Plastic Surgery.
• Certified by the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons.
• Performs specialized procedures including deep plane facelifts and revision rhinoplasty.
• Treats patients at a clinic with a 100% success rate for all procedures.

Dr. Kwon Soon-hong is a plastic surgeon at JK Plastic Surgery Center in Seoul. He specializes in body contouring, breast surgery, and fat grafting. Dr. Kwon completed his residency at Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital. He holds a postgraduate degree in plastic surgery from Catholic University Medical School.

• Performs complex procedures including tummy tucks, liposuction, and breast augmentation.
• Treats conditions such as gynecomastia using Vaser liposuction techniques.
• Member of the Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
• Works at JK Plastic Surgery Center, which reports a 100% success rate.

Dr. Yang Jong Phil is a board-certified plastic surgeon at Korea University Medical Center. He earned his M.D. from Korea University College of Medicine. He completed a clinical fellowship in plastic and reconstructive surgery at the University of Chicago Medical Center. He is an active member of the AO Foundation.

His memberships include the International Confederation for Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (IPRAS), the American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons (ASPRS), the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), and the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. He also belongs to Korean specialist societies in oculoplastic, rhinoplastic, lipoplastic and adipose-derived stem cell, rejuvenation, aesthetic and reconstructive breast, maxillofacial, and cleft palate–craniofacial fields.

Dr. Kim Han Gyeol is an otolaryngologist. He specializes in functional and cosmetic rhinoplasty. He also has extensive experience in less invasive turbinoplasty using radiofrequency ablation and in deviated septum correction.

Education and training: Graduated from Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine. Earned a Master’s in Medicine from Sungkyunkwan University Graduate School. Completed an ENT residency at Samsung Medical Center.

Achievements: Ranked first in the 2016 ENT Residency In-Training Examination. Named Outstanding Teaching Resident in 2017. Former Head of ENT at Armed Forces Daejeon Hospital.

Dr. Paik Hye-won is a surgeon at JK Plastic Surgery Center in Seoul. She graduated summa cum laude from the Catholic University of Korea. Dr. Paik specializes in eyelid surgery and anti-aging procedures for the eyes. She works at a clinic that reports a 100% procedure success rate.

• Member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
• Treats patients at the KAHF-certified JK Plastic Surgery Center.
• Focuses on blepharoplasty, double eyelid operations, and lower eyelid surgery.
• A member of the Asia Eye Surgery Research Association.