Best Ophthalmology Doctors in Republic of Korea for Australians

Dr. Seung-soo Han is the Representative Director of Gangnam Brand Eye Center in Seoul. He specialized in ophthalmology at Yonsei University Severance Hospital and IHIS Ilsan Hospital. Dr. Han completed clinical training at Emory University in the United States. He treats vision disorders using LASIK, LASEK, and multifocal lens implants.

• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and European Society of Cataract Surgery.
• Served as the Head of Ophthalmology at Suncheon Medical Center.
• Expert in ReLEx SMILE and SmartSight laser vision correction techniques.
• Works at a clinic seeing 7,000 patients for vision correction annually.

Dr. Sungwon Cho is the Director of Ophthalmology at Samsung Miracle Eye Clinic in Seoul. He is a certified ZEISS SMILE Excellent Surgeon focusing on vision correction. He has performed over 9,000 surgical procedures. Dr. Cho earned his degree from Boston University and trained at Korea University.

• Specializes in SMILE, LASIK, and cataract surgery with IOL replacement.
• Holds full memberships in the American Academy of Ophthalmology and ASCRS.
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.
• Served as a former director at Blue World Eye Clinic.

Dr. Seung-hun Lee is the Representative Director of Gangnam Brand Eye Clinic in Seoul. He specializes in laser vision correction and cataract surgery. He completed his medical training at the prestigious Yonsei University Severance Hospital. Dr. Lee is an active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology.

• Performs ReLEx SMILE, LASIK, and multifocal IOL implants.
• Served as the head of ophthalmology at National Sorokdo Hospital.
• Participates in overseas surgical missions as a cataract specialist.
• Holds active memberships in the European and Korean Societies of Ophthalmology.

Professor Chong Gi Von has performed over 500,000 vision correction procedures at the internationally recognised BGN Eye Hospital.

• Specialises in SMILE – a minimally invasive laser technique for faster healing
• Certified expert in LASIK, LASEK, and ICL lens implantation
• Performs cataract surgery using modern intraocular lens technology
• Member of the American and European Societies of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Regular expert speaker at major international ophthalmology conferences

Ophthalmologist, specialist in cataract treatment

Dr. Pak Jongbeom is the Chief of Ophthalmology at Naeun Hospital. He focuses on retinal and vitreous diseases, such as uveitis and macular degeneration. He also treats general ophthalmology conditions, including cataract and glaucoma.

Education and training: M.D., Kyung Hee University Graduate School of Medicine. Internship, ophthalmology residency, and fellowship at Kyung Hee University Medical Center.

Accreditations: Full Member, Korean Ophthalmological Society. Regular member, American Society of Retina Specialists, EURETINA, Asia-Pacific Vitreo-Retina Society, and Asia-Pacific Retina Ophthalmic Imaging Society.

Publications: Park JB et al., J Korean Ophthalmol Soc. 2021;62(1):109-13. 2021;62(6):762-8. Park JB et al., Taiwan J Ophthalmol. 2022;12:394-408.

Dr. Nam Sanghyu is a board-certified ophthalmologist at Asan Medical Center. He is a Clinical Specialist and Clinical Professor. His practice focuses on cataract and presbyopia. He also treats cornea and ocular surface disease, including dry eye, external eye disease, and tear duct problems. He manages retina and glaucoma disorders, including diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration.

Accreditations: Full Member of KOS, KDES, KCDS, KSCRS, and the Korean Contact Lens Study Society. Regular Member of ASCRS, ESCRS, and APACRS.

Publications: Scientific Reports (2022) on big data linking air pollution and conjunctivitis. Ophthalmologica (2021) on OCTA after repair of macula-off rhegmatogenous retinal detachment. Journal of the Korean Ophthalmological Society (2021) on blue light and polyphenolic protection.

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Doctor Joo Rak-hyeon is a dual-certified specialist in SMILE LASIK and ICL, providing advanced vision correction at the Bright Eye Clinic in Gangnam.

• Performs cataract surgery with multifocal lens implants and IOL replacement
• Holds specialist certifications in both Korea and for international refractive techniques
• Recognised as a full member of the American Cataract and Refractive Society
• Completed intensive ophthalmology residency at Inje University Ilsan Paik Hospital
• Specialises in treating glaucoma and external eye conditions

Doctor Cheon Hyeon-cheol is a heavy hitter in refractive surgery, having successfully treated over 30,000 eyes with SMILE LASIK since 2012.

• Holds the ICL Ophtec Expert Surgeon Certification for implantable Collamer lens procedures
• Certified in Cataract Physiol techniques for replacing clouded natural lenses
• Focuses on precision vision correction for cataract and glaucoma patients
• Active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the European Cataract and Refractive Society

Doctor Lee Jeong-ju is a high-volume refractive surgeon at Bright Eye Clinic in Gangnam who has performed more than 20,000 SMILE surgeries.

• Holds official certification for SMILE LASIK and ICL implant procedures
• Recognised as an ICL Ophtec Expert Surgeon for permanent lens implants
• Full member of the American and European Societies of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
• Specialises in femtosecond laser techniques and multifocal lens surgery
• Contributing member of the Korean Society of Plastic and Ophthalmology

Doctor Eu Du-ri is a certified ICL and SMILE specialist at the Bright Eye Clinic in Gangnam. She trained at Samsung Seoul Hospital, one of South Korea's most prestigious medical institutions.

• Holds rare dual certification in both ICL and SMILE laser vision correction
• Expert in advanced lens replacement and refractive outcomes after cataract surgery
• Full member of the Korean Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
• Researches global vision trends with the American Association for Research in Vision Function
• Specialises in managing glaucoma and complex corneal conditions

Dr Kim Eunji is a specialist ophthalmologist at Gangnam's Bright Eye Clinic, holding elite certifications in both SMILE LASIK and implantable contact lens (ICL) procedures.

• Trained at Korea University Anam Hospital in cataract and external eye clinical examinations
• Certified in SMILE LASIK for minimally invasive vision correction with faster healing
• Holds full membership in the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ESCRS)
• Performs ICL surgery – placing a permanent lens behind the iris for high-level vision correction

Doctor Kim Minjae is a certified specialist at Bright Eye Clinic, holding elite dual certification in both SMILE LASIK and ICL vision correction.

• Trained at Korea University Anam Hospital, a top-tier medical institution in Seoul
• Former clinical instructor for cataracts and external eye diseases
• Performs ICL procedures, using implantable contact lenses for permanent vision correction
• Expert in multifocal lens implants for patients undergoing cataract surgery
• Full member of the Korean Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery

Doctor Choi Young-je is a highly specialised retinal expert and clinical instructor at Bright Eye Clinic. He holds dual certification in SMILE LASIK and implantable contact lens (ICL) procedures for permanent vision correction.

• Performs cataract surgery with IOL replacement and multifocal lens implantation
• Former Retina Clinical Instructor at Gyeongsang National University Hospital
• Provides specialised care for both retinal conditions and refractive eye surgeries
• Full member of the Korean Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery

Doctor Shin Woo-beom is a certified specialist at Bright Eye Clinic who trained at the prestigious Yonsei University Sinchon Severance Hospital. He is dual-certified in SMILE LASIK and ICL vision correction procedures.

• Specialises in cataract surgery with intraocular lens (IOL) replacement
• Performs SMILE LASIK and implantable collamer lens (ICL) surgery
• Former clinical assistant professor at Yonsei University School of Medicine
• Full member of the Korean Society of Plastic and Ophthalmology
• Member of the Korean Society of Pediatric Ophthalmology

Gong Je Seong is a specialist in laser vision correction at Seoul's Severance Hospital. He focuses on restoring sight through precise eye procedures at one of Korea's leading medical institutions.

• Specialises in laser vision correction to reduce dependence on glasses
• Uses precision-focused techniques for effective long-term results
• Part of the ophthalmology team at the reputable Severance Hospital
• Dedicated to treating vision impairment through eye surgery