Doctors in Republic of Korea — Page 4

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. Na Young Bae is a gynecologist at Seoul Miz Hospital in South Korea. She specializes in laparoscopic and robotic surgery for complex uterine and ovarian conditions. Dr. Bae graduated from UC Berkeley and the Korea University School of Medicine. She treats common and complex disorders, including endometriosis and uterine prolapse.

• Performs robotic myomectomy and sacrohysteropexy using the Da Vinci system.
• Expert in managing menopause, osteoporosis, and menstrual disorders.
• Member of the Korean Society of Gynecologic Endoscopy.
• Works at a facility that performs 10,000+ uterine and ovarian procedures.

Dr. Kim Gyeonrae, MD, PhD, is an otolaryngologist (ENT specialist). He is the Honorary Medical Director in the Department of Otolaryngology at Naeun Hospital. His clinical focus includes nasal disease, rhinosinusitis and chronic sinusitis, rhinitis, allergic rhinitis, and functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS).

Credentials: MMed, Hanyang University. PhD in Medicine, Wonkwang University. Fellowship training at the Medical College of Georgia and The Ohio State University College of Medicine (USA). Former Chief, Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, Eulji Hospital. Former Professor, College of Medicine, Hanyang University.

Leadership: Planning Director, Korean Society of Otorhinolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery. Director of Publications and Auditor, Korean Rhinologic Society. Selected papers: Korean Journal of Otorhinolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery 2009;52:816-821 and 2009;52:349-353.

Dr. Lee Sanggu, MD, PhD, is a neurosurgeon. He is the Honorary Medical Director and Director of the Spine Center. He is also a Professor of Neurosurgery at Gachon University Gil Medical Center.

Clinical focus includes spine tumors, spinal disorders, minimally invasive spine surgery, and cervical disorders. Procedures include PEN, PNP, selective nerve block, microscopic or endoscopic discectomy, artificial disc replacement, minimally invasive spinal fusion, and vertebroplasty.

He earned a PhD in Medicine from Hanyang University. He served as Chief of Neurosurgery at the Veterans Health Service Medical Center. He is an executive board member of KNS, KNTS, and KSNS. He has served as Vice President and President of KSCS. He is a past president of KOMISS, KAME, and KSPNS. He is an AOSpine Asia Pacific Committee member and a full member of NASS. He was listed in Marquis Who’s Who in 2010.

Dr. Hyang-gi Park is a fertility specialist at Seoul Miz Hospital. She specializes in IVF, reproductive endocrinology, and ovarian rejuvenation. She trained as a clinical instructor at Samsung Medical Center. Dr. Park holds memberships in the Korean Society for Reproductive Medicine and Assisted Reproduction.

• Former Director of the Fertility Clinic at MizMedi Hospital Gangseo.
• Served as Medical Director at both Dion and Zion Women’s clinics.
• Full member of the Korean societies for endometriosis and fertility preservation.
• Treats patients at Seoul Miz Hospital, which serves 200,000 people annually.

Dr. Yu Yeonghun is a gastrointestinal surgeon with a Ph.D. in Medicine. He specializes in hepato-pancreato-biliary (HPB) diseases and cancers. His focus includes liver, pancreas, biliary tract, and gallbladder cancers, as well as cholelithiasis and other gallbladder diseases.

He completed his internship and general surgery residency at CHA Bundang Medical Center. He then finished an HPB surgery fellowship at Samsung Medical Center. He has served as Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery at Konkuk University Choongju Hospital and at Samsung Medical Center. He later became Professor of Surgery at Eulji University Hospital.

He is a Lifetime Member of The Korean Surgical Society and the Korean Association of Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery (KAHBPS). He serves on the KAHBPS Planning Committee and Tumor Registry Committee.

Dr. Lee Jihyeon is a breast and thyroid surgeon. He has expertise in benign and malignant breast diseases, oncoplastic breast surgery, and Mammotome biopsy. He also treats thyroid and parathyroid diseases. He practices pulmonary intensive care (critical care medicine).

He earned his M.D. from Yonsei University College of Medicine. He completed an internship and a general surgery residency at Yonsei University Severance Hospital. He also pursued a short-term fellowship at the Cancer Institute Hospital of JFCR in Japan.

His past roles include Chief of Surgery at Incheon Christian Hospital and Attending Surgeon at Cheil General Hospital. He served as Director of the Breast Center and as Chairman and Chief of Surgery at Samsung Cheil Hospital. He was Chairman of Surgery and Vice President of Medical Affairs at Cheil General Hospital. He also served as Clinical Professor of Surgery at Gangnam CHA Hospital, CHA University.

Dr. Cheon Wonseok is Head of Gastroenterology at Na-Eun Hospital. He treats gastrointestinal disorders. He performs upper endoscopy, colonoscopy, polypectomy, and ESD. He manages gastric and esophageal cancer and Helicobacter pylori infection. He also treats liver disease and inflammatory bowel disease, including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. He offers small-bowel capsule endoscopy.

Accreditations: Board-certified specialist in gastrointestinal endoscopy. Lifetime member, Korean Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. Full member, Korean Association of Internal Medicine.

Training: Kyung Hee University College of Medicine. Internship, Kyung Hee University Medical Center. Residency in internal medicine, Hallym University Sacred Heart Hospital. Clinical fellowship in gastroenterology, Chung-Ang University Hospital.

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.

Dr. Paek Seung Chan is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at JK Plastic Surgery Center in Seoul. He is a visiting professor at both Catholic University and Korea University colleges of medicine. Dr. Paek graduated from Catholic University Medical School with a postgraduate degree in his specialty. He works at JK Plastic Surgery Center, which reports a 100% success rate for all procedures.

• Member of the International Society of Plastic Surgeons.
• Treats conditions such as gynecomastia and performs hair transplant surgery.
• Joined the Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and the Korean Aesthetic Society.
• Is a member of the Korean Society for Anti-Aging Medicine.

Dr. Chung Jae Hyun is a board-certified plastic surgeon. He is an Adjunct Professor at Korea University Medical Center. He earned his medical degree from Korea University College of Medicine. He completed plastic surgery training at Korea University Medical Center. His practice focuses on reconstructive and aesthetic breast surgery.

He completed a fellowship at the Breast Reconstruction Center, Department of Plastic Surgery, MD Anderson Cancer Center in the United States. He presented at the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) meeting in 2013 in San Diego.

His accreditations and memberships include the Korean Medical Association and lifetime membership in the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons. He is also a member of the Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, the Breast Plastic Surgery Research Council (KSPRS), IPRAS, and the Motiva Korea Ambassador Review Panel.

Dr. Ye Ji Lee is an obstetrician-gynecologist at Seoul Miz Hospital in South Korea. She specializes in minimally invasive treatments for uterine fibroids and ovarian cysts. Dr. Lee completed her clinical training at Seoul National University Hospital. She treats international patients and holds a Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences.

• Utilizes artificial intelligence in electrocardiogram analysis to detect peripartum cardiomyopathy.
• Maintains membership in the Korean Society of Maternal Fetal Medicine.
• Volunteers with Doctors Without Borders to support global women's health.
• Works at Seoul Miz Hospital, a facility performing 10,000+ treatments for gynecological conditions.

Dr. Lim Gi-hyeon is the Chief Director of 365 Seoul OneTop Dental Clinic in South Korea. He is a visiting clinical practitioner affiliated with Harvard Medical School. Dr. Lim holds a PhD from Yonsei University and serves on its dental faculty. He is board-certified in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Integrated Dentistry.

• Specializes in maxillofacial plastic and reconstructive surgery.
• Served as a visiting clinician in trauma surgery at Sinchon Severance Hospital.
• Clinical Advisory Committee member for Osstem Implant.
• Practices at a KOIHA-accredited facility training international patients.

Dr. Lee Youngsook is a specialist in internal medicine. She is a member of the Korean Society of Internal Medicine, the Korean Anti-Aging Association, and the Korean Society for Obesity Research.

She has held leadership roles at Oracle Dermatology. She was Director of the Oracle Dermatology Institute Apgujeong. She is now Director of the Oracle Dermatology Cheongdam Branch.

Dr. Jang Hyung Wook is a general surgeon with extensive experience in aesthetic medicine. He worked as a physician at Lienjang Hongdae and Abijou Myeongdong. He also served as Associate Medical Director at VIP Plastic Surgery.

He is an active member of several professional societies. These include the Korean Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, the Aesthetic Surgery & Laser Society, the Korean Lifting Research Society, and the Korean Academy of Aesthetic Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery.

Dr. Hong Su-jin is a family medicine physician at JK Plastic Surgery Center in Seoul. She holds a general membership in the Institute of Functional Medicine. Dr. Hong integrates functional medicine with traditional family practice for wellness care. She completed her medical training at Soonchunhyang University and The Catholic University Medical Center.

• General member of the Institute of Functional Medicine and Functional Medicine University.
• Certified NLP Master Practitioner and Ericsson Hypnosis Master Practitioner.
• Holds a hospice course certification from the National Cancer Center.
• Practices at JK Plastic Surgery Center, which reports a 100% success rate.

Dr. Min Jeong Kim is an interventional cardiologist at Incheon Sejong Hospital. She earned both her MD and PhD from Seoul National University College of Medicine. She specializes in heart failure, hypertension, and coronary artery disease treatment. Dr. Kim works at a KOIHA-accredited hospital that treats over 402,000 patients every year.

• Performs coronary angiography and percutaneous coronary interventions.
• Expert in diagnostic echocardiography and comprehensive cardiovascular risk assessment.
• Trained in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease at major Korean medical centers.
• Treats complex conditions including arrhythmias and atherosclerosis.

Dr. Kyung Hee Kim is the Director of the Heart Transplantation Center at Incheon Sejong Hospital. She serves on the American Heart Association’s Clinical Cardiology Membership Committee. This is a rare leadership role for a Korean cardiologist. Dr. Kim specializes in heart failure, transplant management, and mechanical circulatory support. She holds an MD and PhD from Seoul National University.

• Completed a research fellowship at the Mayo Clinic.
• Treats complex conditions like pulmonary hypertension and genetic heart disease.
• Expert in ventricular assist devices (VAD) and ECMO support.
• Works at KOIHA-accredited Sejong Hospital, which treats 400,000+ patients annually.

Dr. Byung Hee Oh is a cardiologist at Incheon Sejong Hospital. He previously served as President of the Korean Society of Cardiology. Dr. Oh specializes in heart failure, coronary artery disease, and complex arrhythmias. He held leadership roles at Seoul National University Hospital. Dr. Oh has authored hundreds of peer-reviewed publications. He treats patients at Sejong Hospital, which sees over 400,000 annual visits.

• Former Head of the Division of Cardiology at Seoul National University.
• Performs radiofrequency ablation and carotid stenting.
• Received national honors for medical excellence and leadership.
• Focuses on preventive cardiology and hypertension management.