Research & innovation
R&D, patents and research — Cheongdam The Cell
In-depth look at the HuriCell® platform: 7 international and 11 Korean patents, KFDA/ISO/GMP certifications and published research with original DOI links.
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- Int'l patents
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- Korean patents
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- Certifications
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- Papers cited
R&D and patents
The HuriCell® platform is covered by 7 international and 11 Korean patents, alongside an archive of 35 papers, patents and certificates.
International patent · 2012Automatic SVF Isolation Device (HuriCell)KR · US · JP · CN · EU · TH · VN
The core patent behind the HuriCell device: washing, enzymatic digestion, separation and concentration all run inside one closed automated cycle. Protected across seven jurisdictions including Thailand and Vietnam.
International patent · 2014Method for Isolating SVF from Adipose TissueKR · US · JP · CN
Covers the isolation protocol — controlled temperature, digestion time and centrifugation cycles — that keeps cell yield and viability consistent case to case.
Korean patent · 2016Composition for Treating Alopecia Using SVFKR
A scalp-injection cell preparation aimed at stimulating follicles and improving hair density — the basis of the centre's hair-restoration programme.
Korean patent · 2017Composition for Skin Regeneration with SVFKR
A cell preparation for skin repair — acne scarring, burns and chronically inflamed skin — used in the full-face injection programme.
Korean patent · 2015Method for Cryopreservation of SVF CellsKR
Underpins the cell-banking service: a freezing method designed to preserve cell survival rates for later reuse.
Korean patent · 2018SVF-Based Treatment for Diabetic WoundsKR
Applies SVF to chronic and slow-healing diabetic foot wounds, one of the centre's medical indication groups.
International patent · 2019Automated Closed-System Cell ProcessorKR · US · EU
The next-generation closed system, focused on minimising handling and running a system-integrity check before every cycle.
Korean patent · 2020Lymphedema Treatment CompositionKR
A cell composition for lymphedema, commonly seen after cancer treatment or lymph-node surgery.
Certifications and approvals
KFDA approved
Approval for the SVF isolation device
ISO 9001:2015
Quality management system for medical devices
GMP certified
Compliance for cell processing
IRB approved
Approval for clinical studies
International patient registration
No. M-2025-02-08-09442, Busan Metropolitan City
Published research
2021 · Hair restorationInnovative method of alopecia treatment by autologous adipose-derived SVFStem Cell Research & Therapy
Reported hair growth signals and improved density after autologous adipose SVF treatment.
DOI: 10.1186/s13287-021-02557-6
Read the paper2020 · Chronic wounds / diabetic footSVF in chronic wound and diabetic foot careWound Repair and Regeneration
Documents SVF use in slow-healing chronic wounds, the same indication the centre treats.
DOI: 10.1111/wrr.12717
Read the paper2019 · Knee & jointsIntra-articular SVF vs. hyaluronic acid for knee osteoarthritis: a randomized controlled trialInternational Orthopaedics
Randomised trial comparing intra-articular SVF with hyaluronic acid in knee osteoarthritis.
DOI: 10.1007/s00264-018-4099-0
Read the paper2017 · Intravenous infusionAutologous SVF in the intravenous treatment of end-stage COPD: a phase I trial of safety and tolerabilityJournal of Clinical Medicine Research
Treatment was well tolerated with no serious adverse events and a trend toward improved lung function.
DOI: 10.14740/jocmr3072w
Read the paper2018 · Hair restorationCellular therapy with autologous adipose-derived SVF for alopecia areataStem Cell Research & Therapy
Studies autologous adipose SVF cell therapy in patients with alopecia areata.
DOI: 10.1186/s13287-018-0870-9
Read the paper2009 · Intravenous infusionNon-expanded adipose SVF cell therapy for multiple sclerosisJournal of Translational Medicine
Performed safely with no serious adverse events and positive neurological signals.
DOI: 10.1186/1479-5876-7-29
Read the paperResearcher & scientific adviser
Dr. Do Byung-Rok
Scientific adviser · stem cell researcher with 18+ years of experience
Founder, Hurim BioCell · creator of the HuriCell® platform
Dr. Do Byung-Rok is a stem cell researcher with over 18 years in the field, founder of Hurim BioCell — a company focused on adipose-derived stem cells and cell banking — and the scientist behind the HuriCell® automated cell separator now used in several Korean medical institutions.
As scientific adviser to Cheongdam The Cell he guides SVF isolation protocols, quality control and interpretation of research data. He is a research partner, not a treating physician at the clinic.
Expertise
- Adipose-derived stem cells & SVF
- Cell banking systems
- Stem cell autologous fat grafting
- Cell quality control & counting
Positions held
- Hurim BioCell (휴림바이오셀)Founder, former CEO and R&D centre director
- CHA Hospital (차병원)Former researcher, infertility research laboratory
- MizMedi Hospital (미즈메디)Former researcher, infertility research institute
- Hanyang University (한양대학교)Adjunct professor, department of life science
- ED Corporation (이디) / PureBiotech (퓨어바이오텍)Internal director and chief technology officer
Highlights
Developed the HuriCell® platform
A closed-system automated cell separator that reduces contamination and keeps isolation yields consistent between cases.
Deployed in university hospitals
Installed at institutions such as Ewha Womans University Mokdong Hospital for stem-cell-assisted fat grafting, with reported gains in neovascularisation and wound healing over conventional fat transfer.
Academic society roles
Steering committee member of the Korean Society for Stem Cell Research and invited speaker at national cell-therapy conferences.
The doctor

Dr. Kim Jong-Heon
Stem cell, regenerative medicine and body-contouring specialist
Cheongdam The Cell Clinic · Busan, South Korea · Korean physician licence no. 제91506호
Over 20 years in practice across plastic surgery, liposuction and regenerative medicine with autologous adipose SVF, treating both Korean and international patients with individualised, multidisciplinary treatment plans.
“Healthy ageing is not about looking young — it is long-term health, quality of life and recovery.”
Expertise
- Stem cell & regenerative medicine
- Adipose-derived stem cells (SVF)
- Healthy ageing & anti-ageing medicine
- Liposuction & body contouring
- Medical wellness
- Personalised regenerative plans
Training & memberships
- Plastic surgery department, Hanyang University Hospital
- Member, Korean Liposuction Society
- Member, Korean Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
- Full member, Korean Society of Aesthetic Surgery
- Former director, Apgujeong Tiarra Plastic Surgery Clinic
- Former director, SC301 Plastic Surgery Clinic