Top 30 Doctors in South Korea

Leading medical professionals across various specialties

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Dr. Kim Min-jae

Seoul National University Hospital

Dr. Kim Min-jae is a renowned cardiologist specializing in interventional cardiology and heart failure management. With over 20 years of experience, he has performed thousands of complex coronary interventions and pioneered minimally invasive techniques in South Korea.

Popular treatments: Coronary angioplasty, Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), Complex PCI for multivessel disease. Dr. Kim is particularly famous for his expertise in treating chronic total occlusions (CTOs) with high success rates.

Dr. Park Ji-hyun

Asan Medical Center

Dr. Park Ji-hyun is a leading neurosurgeon specializing in brain tumor surgery and functional neurosurgery. She has developed innovative techniques for awake brain surgery and deep brain stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's disease.

Popular treatments: Glioma resection, Pituitary tumor surgery, DBS implantation. Dr. Park is particularly known for her minimally invasive approaches to brain tumors that preserve cognitive function while achieving complete tumor removal.

Dr. Lee Sang-hoon

Samsung Medical Center

Dr. Lee Sang-hoon is a world-class orthopedic surgeon specializing in spinal surgery and scoliosis correction. He has developed several patented spinal implants and surgical techniques that are now used globally.

Popular treatments: Minimally invasive spinal fusion, Artificial disc replacement, Complex scoliosis correction. Dr. Lee is famous for his expertise in revision spinal surgeries and treating failed back surgery syndrome.

Dr. Choi Young-mi

Severance Hospital

Dr. Choi Young-mi is a prominent oncologist specializing in breast cancer treatment. She leads one of the most comprehensive breast cancer programs in Asia, combining cutting-edge treatments with personalized care.

Popular treatments: Oncoplastic breast surgery, Targeted therapies for HER2+ breast cancer, BRCA-related cancer prevention. Dr. Choi is renowned for her work in fertility preservation for young breast cancer patients.

Dr. Jung Hyun-seok

Seoul St. Mary's Hospital

Dr. Jung Hyun-seok is a leading transplant surgeon specializing in liver and kidney transplantation. He has performed over 1,000 liver transplants with some of the best survival outcomes in the world.

Popular treatments: Living donor liver transplantation, ABO-incompatible transplantation, Hepatobiliary surgery. Dr. Jung is particularly famous for his expertise in pediatric liver transplantation and complex re-transplant cases.

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Dr. Han Woo-jin

Korea University Anam Hospital

Dr. Han Woo-jin is a distinguished gastroenterologist specializing in advanced endoscopic procedures. He has pioneered several endoscopic techniques for early gastrointestinal cancer detection and treatment.

Popular treatments: Endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD), Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS), ERCP for biliary diseases. Dr. Han is particularly famous for his work in third-space endoscopy (POEM, STER procedures) for minimally invasive treatment of motility disorders.

Dr. Kang Soo-jin

Seoul National University Bundang Hospital

Dr. Kang Soo-jin is a renowned dermatologist and cosmetic surgeon specializing in laser treatments and aesthetic medicine. She has developed several innovative protocols for Asian skin types.

Popular treatments: Fractional laser resurfacing, Pigment disorder treatments, Non-surgical facial rejuvenation. Dr. Kang is particularly known for her expertise in melasma treatment and scar revision techniques.

Dr. Yoo Min-kyu

CHA Gangnam Medical Center

Dr. Yoo Min-kyu is a leading fertility specialist and reproductive endocrinologist. He has achieved some of the highest IVF success rates in Korea, particularly for patients with previous failed cycles.

Popular treatments: In vitro fertilization (IVF), Egg freezing, Preimplantation genetic testing. Dr. Yoo is famous for his work with older patients and those with diminished ovarian reserve, using customized protocols.

Dr. Shin Dong-hyun

Yonsei Cancer Center

Dr. Shin Dong-hyun is a prominent hematologist specializing in leukemia and bone marrow transplantation. He has developed novel conditioning regimens that reduce transplant complications.

Popular treatments: Allogeneic stem cell transplantation, CAR-T cell therapy, Targeted therapies for AML. Dr. Shin is particularly known for his expertise in haploidentical transplants and graft-versus-host disease prevention.

Dr. Oh Seung-hwan

Soonchunhyang University Hospital

Dr. Oh Seung-hwan is a leading plastic surgeon specializing in microsurgery and reconstructive procedures. He has performed some of the most complex reconstructions following cancer surgery or trauma.

Popular treatments: DIEP flap breast reconstruction, Facial reanimation surgery, Hand transplantation. Dr. Oh is particularly famous for his work in facial reconstruction using vascularized composite allotransplantation.

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Dr. Kim Ji-yoon

Ewha Womans University Medical Center

Dr. Kim Ji-yoon is a renowned pediatric cardiologist specializing in congenital heart defects. She has pioneered several hybrid procedures that combine catheter-based and surgical approaches.

Popular treatments: Transcatheter valve replacements, Fetal cardiac interventions, Complex congenital heart repairs. Dr. Kim is particularly famous for her work in single ventricle palliation and Fontan procedures.

Dr. Park Seong-ho

Inje University Ilsan Paik Hospital

Dr. Park Seong-ho is a leading pulmonologist specializing in interstitial lung diseases and lung transplantation. He has developed novel protocols for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis treatment.

Popular treatments: Bronchoscopic lung volume reduction, ECMO bridge to transplant, Rare lung disease management. Dr. Park is particularly known for his expertise in connective tissue disease-associated lung diseases.

Dr. Lee Hye-rim

Hanyang University Medical Center

Dr. Lee Hye-rim is a distinguished rheumatologist specializing in autoimmune diseases. She has contributed to several international treatment guidelines for rheumatoid arthritis and lupus.

Popular treatments: Biologic therapies for autoimmune diseases, Pregnancy in rheumatic diseases, Autoinflammatory syndromes. Dr. Lee is famous for her work in difficult-to-treat rheumatoid arthritis and personalized treatment approaches.

Dr. Choi Jae-wook

Kyung Hee University Hospital

Dr. Choi Jae-wook is a prominent ENT surgeon specializing in skull base surgery and cochlear implantation. He has developed innovative approaches to preserve hearing during tumor removal.

Popular treatments: Acoustic neuroma surgery, Endoscopic skull base surgery, Hearing restoration procedures. Dr. Choi is particularly known for his expertise in lateral skull base tumors and complex cochlear implant cases.

Dr. Jung Min-soo

Pusan National University Hospital

Dr. Jung Min-soo is a leading bariatric and metabolic surgeon with extensive experience in minimally invasive weight loss procedures. He has one of the largest series of metabolic surgeries in Asia.

Popular treatments: Sleeve gastrectomy, Gastric bypass, Revisional bariatric surgery. Dr. Jung is particularly famous for his expertise in endoscopic bariatric therapies and managing surgical complications.

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Dr. Yoon Ji-hyun

The Catholic University of Korea Seoul St. Mary's Hospital

Dr. Yoon Ji-hyun is a renowned endocrinologist specializing in diabetes and thyroid disorders. She has developed several innovative treatment protocols for difficult-to-control diabetes.

Popular treatments: Continuous glucose monitoring systems, Insulin pump therapy, Thyroid nodule ablation. Dr. Yoon is particularly famous for her work in pancreatic islet transplantation and artificial pancreas development.

Dr. Kim Tae-hyun

Konkuk University Medical Center

Dr. Kim Tae-hyun is a leading urologist specializing in robotic prostate surgery and kidney cancer. He has performed over 2,000 robotic surgeries with excellent functional outcomes.

Popular treatments: Robotic prostatectomy, Partial nephrectomy, Urinary reconstruction. Dr. Kim is particularly known for his nerve-sparing techniques that preserve urinary and sexual function after prostate cancer surgery.

Dr. Park Soo-min

Gachon University Gil Medical Center

Dr. Park Soo-min is a distinguished ophthalmologist specializing in corneal transplantation and refractive surgery. She has pioneered several lamellar corneal transplant techniques.

Popular treatments: DMEK corneal transplantation, SMILE laser vision correction, Ocular surface reconstruction. Dr. Park is particularly famous for her work in artificial corneal transplantation and complex ocular surface disorders.

Dr. Lee Joon-seok

Chonnam National University Hospital

Dr. Lee Joon-seok is a prominent vascular surgeon specializing in endovascular aortic repair and complex limb salvage procedures. He has developed hybrid techniques combining open and endovascular approaches.

Popular treatments: EVAR for aortic aneurysms, Critical limb ischemia treatment, Dialysis access surgery. Dr. Lee is particularly known for his expertise in thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysm repair and vascular malformations.

Dr. Han Seung-hee

Keimyung University Dongsan Medical Center

Dr. Han Seung-hee is a leading pediatric neurologist specializing in epilepsy and neurogenetic disorders. She has established one of the most comprehensive pediatric epilepsy programs in Korea.

Popular treatments: Epilepsy surgery in children, Ketogenic diet therapy, Rare genetic neurological disorders. Dr. Han is particularly famous for her work in surgical treatment of catastrophic epilepsy in infants.

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Dr. Jung Hyun-woo

Ajou University Hospital

Dr. Jung Hyun-woo is a renowned hepatobiliary surgeon specializing in liver cancer and living donor liver transplantation. He has developed innovative techniques to increase donor safety and recipient outcomes.

Popular treatments: ALPPS procedure for liver cancer, Laparoscopic liver resection, Donor hepatectomy. Dr. Jung is particularly famous for his expertise in extended liver resections for advanced tumors.

Dr. Kim Soo-kyung

Inha University Hospital

Dr. Kim Soo-kyung is a leading geriatrician specializing in dementia and frailty syndrome. She has developed comprehensive assessment tools and interventions for cognitive decline in the elderly.

Popular treatments: Multidomain dementia prevention, Polypharmacy management, Frailty reversal programs. Dr. Kim is particularly known for her work in non-pharmacological dementia interventions and caregiver support systems.

Dr. Park Dong-hyun

Wonkwang University Hospital

Dr. Park Dong-hyun is a distinguished trauma surgeon and critical care specialist. He has established one of the most advanced trauma systems in Korea with remarkable survival rates.

Popular treatments: Damage control surgery, ECMO for trauma, Complex fracture management. Dr. Park is particularly famous for his expertise in resuscitative endovascular balloon occlusion of the aorta (REBOA) in trauma.

Dr. Lee Mi-kyung

Chung-Ang University Hospital

Dr. Lee Mi-kyung is a prominent medical oncologist specializing in gastrointestinal cancers. She has contributed to several international clinical trials of novel targeted therapies.

Popular treatments: Immunotherapy for gastric cancer, HIPEC for peritoneal carcinomatosis, Precision oncology. Dr. Lee is particularly known for her expertise in rare gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST) and neuroendocrine tumors.

Dr. Choi Byung-ho

Dankook University Hospital

Dr. Choi Byung-ho is a leading maxillofacial surgeon specializing in jaw reconstruction and orthognathic surgery. He has developed computer-assisted planning systems for complex facial reconstruction.

Popular treatments: Jaw correction surgery, TMJ disorders, Facial trauma reconstruction. Dr. Choi is particularly famous for his work in virtual surgical planning and patient-specific implants for facial reconstruction.

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Dr. Yoon Sang-hoon

Hallym University Sacred Heart Hospital

Dr. Yoon Sang-hoon is a renowned infectious disease specialist focusing on antimicrobial resistance and tropical medicine. He leads Korea's national antimicrobial stewardship program.

Popular treatments: Multidrug-resistant infections, Travel medicine, HIV management. Dr. Yoon is particularly famous for his work in infection control during outbreaks and novel antibiotic development.

Dr. Kim Ji-won

Kangbuk Samsung Hospital

Dr. Kim Ji-won is a leading sleep medicine specialist and pulmonologist. She has established one of the most comprehensive sleep disorder centers in Korea with advanced diagnostic capabilities.

Popular treatments: CPAP optimization, Narcolepsy management, Complex sleep apnea. Dr. Kim is particularly known for her expertise in non-CPAP treatments for sleep apnea and circadian rhythm disorders.

Dr. Park Hyun-joo

Seoul Metropolitan Government - Seoul National University Boramae Medical Center

Dr. Park Hyun-joo is a distinguished rehabilitation physician specializing in stroke recovery and spinal cord injury. She has developed innovative robotic and virtual reality-based therapies.

Popular treatments: Robotic gait training, Spasticity management, Neuromodulation for paralysis. Dr. Park is particularly famous for her work in brain-computer interfaces for severe paralysis patients.

Dr. Lee Seung-jae

Kyungpook National University Hospital

Dr. Lee Seung-jae is a prominent interventional radiologist specializing in tumor ablation and vascular malformations. He has pioneered several image-guided minimally invasive techniques.

Popular treatments: Radiofrequency ablation, TACE for liver cancer, AVM embolization. Dr. Lee is particularly known for his expertise in percutaneous tumor ablation and complex vascular interventions.

Dr. Jung Hye-sook

Chosun University Hospital

Dr. Jung Hye-sook is a leading allergist and immunologist specializing in severe asthma and food allergies. She has developed innovative desensitization protocols for life-threatening allergies.

Popular treatments: Biologics for severe asthma, Oral immunotherapy for food allergies, Primary immunodeficiency. Dr. Jung is particularly famous for her work in eosinophilic disorders and mast cell activation syndromes.