Oncology Doctors Abroad — Page 15

Professor Kim Hyun-hoe is a urologic cancer surgeon. He specializes in prostate and kidney cancer and robotic surgery. He directs Myongji Hospital’s Robotic Surgery Center and the Prostate & Kidney Cancer Center. He performed Korea’s first single-incision laparoscopy. At SNUH, he led more than 2,300 da Vinci cases over five years. He now uses the da Vinci Xi system.

He holds an MD, MS, and PhD from Seoul National University. He is a former director of SNUH Robotic Surgery and the Urology/Prostate Cancer Center. He is a past president of the Korean Society of Endourology and Robotics. He is a council member of the Korean Urological Association. His awards include the WCE Best Laparoscopy/Robotic Paper and the KUA Best Paper. He has also received several national academic honors. He contributes to next‑generation da Vinci research with Seoul National University and Intuitive Surgical. This was the first such collaboration in Asia.

Dr Volkan Kinas is a surgical oncology specialist at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, focusing on complex gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary cancers.

• Specialises in pancreatic, bile duct, and liver cancer surgeries
• Uses minimally invasive techniques to help speed up patient recovery times
• Performs precision wide excisions for melanoma and skin malignancies
• Expertise in digestive tract cancers, including oesophageal, gastric, and colon cases
• Works within a multidisciplinary team to coordinate comprehensive cancer care

Professor Choi Han Yong is the Head of Urology at the JCI-accredited Samsung Medical Center, where he leads one of South Korea's premier surgical teams.

• Specialises in robotic-assisted prostatectomy for precise cancer removal and faster recovery
• Manages complex oncological cases involving bladder, kidney, and pancreatic cancers
• Performs nephrectomy and Whipple procedures for advanced tumour cases
• Integrates oncological knowledge with minimally invasive surgical techniques

Professor Kim Tae Joong is a leading oncogynecologist at Samsung Medical Center, where he specialises in surgical and medicinal treatments for women's cancers.

• Expert in Da Vinci robotic surgery – a minimally invasive system for more precise cancer removals
• Specialises in trachelectomy – a fertility-preserving surgery for cervical cancer patients
• Focuses on personalized chemotherapy protocols for breast and gynaecological cancers
• Performs precision hysterectomies and complex oncogynecology procedures

Dr Ahn Jin Seok is a board-certified oncologist at Samsung Medical Center, one of South Korea's premier clinical institutions. He leads a multidisciplinary approach to breast and gastrointestinal cancers.

• Specialises in mastectomy and breast-conserving surgical procedures
• Delivers precision radiotherapy for throat and colorectal cancer cases
• Develops personalised treatment plans tailored to specific tumour types
• Provides expert care within a top-tier oncology team in Seoul

Professor Hyun Moo Lee is a leading surgeon at Samsung Medical Center specialising in hepatobiliary-pancreatic oncology and complex gastrointestinal procedures.

• Focuses on cancers affecting the liver, gallbladder, bile duct, and pancreas
• Uses advanced surgical techniques for both adult and paediatric gastrointestinal disorders
• Member of the International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association and the Korean Surgical Society
• Awarded multiple Best Paper prizes for research into gallbladder cancer outcomes
• Completed surgical training and a doctoral degree at Seoul National University

Dr Lee Jeong Won is a specialist oncogynecologist at Samsung Medical Center – one of South Korea's premier cancer treatment facilities.

• Focuses on comprehensive care for ovarian and cervical cancer cases
• Expert in minimally invasive surgical techniques for female reproductive cancers
• Specialises in oncogynecological hysterectomies and complex surgical interventions
• Develops personalised treatment plans to preserve patient quality of life post-surgery
• Provides care for advanced disease within a leading multidisciplinary cancer centre

Professor Seung Jae Huh is a specialist oncologist at Samsung Medical Center, focusing on targeted radiotherapy for complex cancer cases.

• Specialises in precise radiation therapy for breast, throat, and colorectal cancers
• Provides care at Samsung Medical Center – one of South Korea's top-tier hospitals
• Develops personalised treatment plans tailored to specific tumour types
• Delivers specialised radiotherapy to treat throat cancer effectively
• Expert in managing colorectal cancer cases using targeted radiation protocols

Professor Lee Kyu Taek is a leading gastroenterology specialist at Samsung Medical Center. He focuses on managing cancers of the pancreas, bile duct, and gallbladder.

• Trained at the prestigious Stanford University School of Medicine in the USA
• Completed specialist medical training at Kyoto Second Red Cross Hospital in Japan
• Specialises in gastrointestinal endoscopy for precise diagnosis and management
• Member of the Korean Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
• Expert in treating complex biliary system and gallbladder malignancies

Professor Jong Kyun Lee is a leading specialist in gastrointestinal cancers at Samsung Medical Center, recognised as one of the top experts in his field across Asia.

• Specialises in managing pancreatic, bile duct, and gallbladder cancers
• Trained at the University of California and Seoul National University
• Focuses on complex cases involving pancreatitis and gallstone management
• Member of the Korean Pancreatobiliary Association and the Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy

Professor Kim Byoung Gie is a specialist oncogynecologist at Samsung Medical Center, one of South Korea's premier institutions for cancer care.

• Specialises in treating breast, ovarian, and wider gynaecological cancers
• Performs lumpectomy and mastectomy procedures for breast cancer patients
• Uses minimally invasive surgical techniques to support faster recovery and less scarring
• Provides integrated care for complex women's oncology cases at a top-tier centre

Thoracic surgeon Choi Yong Soo specialises in surgical oncology at Samsung Medical Center, one of South Korea's premier hospitals for lung and esophageal cancer treatment.

• Performs minimally invasive lung cancer surgeries to reduce recovery time and pain
• Expert in lobectomy procedures for removing diseased sections of the lung
• Manages complex esophageal cancer cases with tailored surgical interventions
• Focuses on precision techniques to achieve the best possible patient outcomes

Professor Young Ik Son is a leading ENT oncologist at Samsung Medical Center – one of South Korea's premier hospitals. He provides senior-level expertise in treating cancers of the ear, nose, and throat.

• Specialises in laryngeal oncology focusing on larynx and throat cancers
• Expert in ENT-related thyroid cancer diagnosis and surgical treatment
• Serves as Professor of Otorhinolaryngology at a top-tier medical school
• Manages complex oncological cases within the head and neck region

Dr Kwan Park is a neurosurgical specialist at Samsung Medical Center, one of South Korea's most prestigious hospitals. He focuses on surgical interventions for brain tumours, particularly meningioma cases.

• Specialises in neurosurgical procedures for benign and malignant brain tumours
• Develops personalised surgical treatment plans for each oncology patient
• Practices at a top-tier South Korean institution known for high-volume care
• Expertise includes the management of meningioma through precise surgical removal

Professor Lee Jung Il is a leading neurosurgeon at Samsung Medical Center specialising in non-invasive radiosurgery for brain tumours.

• Uses CyberKnife technology to deliver high-dose radiation with pinpoint accuracy
• Treats meningioma and other complex tumours without traditional open surgery
• Focuses on targeted treatments that protect healthy brain tissue
• Member of the specialist neurosurgery team at one of Korea's top-ranked hospitals