Korean Doctor Profiles
Biographies, specialities, credentials and affiliations of Korean surgeons and dermatologists.
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Dr. Park Sang-hoon
Dr. Park Sang-hoon is a board-certified plastic surgeon of the Korean Society of Plastic Surgeons specialising in facial bone and two-jaw surgery, with more than 6,000 cases performed.
Dr. Kim Tae-kyung
Dr. Kim Tae-kyung is a plastic surgeon focused on the nose and midface, with over 8,000 rhinoplasty cases and regular lecturing on septal cartilage technique at Korean surgical congresses.
Dr. Shin Yong-ho
Dr. Shin Yong-ho is a dermatologist specialising in lasers for melasma, pigmentation and laxity, and in combined anti-ageing programmes across lasers, fillers and collagen stimulators.
Popular questions
See all questionsCan melasma be cured permanently?▾
Melasma is chronic: it can be controlled but recurs with sun exposure or hormonal change, so ongoing maintenance and strict sun protection are essential.
DoctorsDr. Shin Yong-hoCan I consult online before flying?▾
Yes. Send front, 45-degree and profile photos plus any previous surgery history; the team gives a preliminary assessment and price range.
DoctorsDr. Kim Tae-kyungCan I consult online first?▾
Yes — send front, side and smiling photos plus a CT scan if available for a preliminary assessment.
DoctorsDr. Park Sang-hoon
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