Where does Dr. Yong-chan Kim practise?
Dr. Yong-chan Kim practises at Gangnam St. Mary's One Eye Clinic in Seoul. The published clinical interests include Retinal Disease Diagnosis and Treatment, Presbyopia Correction Treatment, Cataract Diagnosis and Treatment. The professional background below distinguishes training and previous roles from current clinical interests.
Professional background
Professional background
He earned medical and doctoral degrees at the Catholic University of Korea.
His background includes a glaucoma professorship and leadership of ophthalmology at Incheon St. Mary’s Hospital, as well as an adjunct appointment at Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital.
Clinical discussion
For patients with glaucoma, treatment decisions depend on the diagnosis, disease course and previous measurements. Bring visual-field tests, eye scans, pressure records and the names of all current drops so a consultation can assess change over time.
Ask about the treatment goal, alternatives and monitoring interval. If cataract or refractive treatment is also being considered, discuss how glaucoma affects the plan. Arrange for the findings to reach your usual ophthalmologist and confirm who will oversee ongoing treatment after travel.
- He earned medical and doctoral degrees at the Catholic University of Korea.
- His background includes a glaucoma professorship and leadership of ophthalmology at Incheon St. Mary’s Hospital, as well as an adjunct appointment at Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital.
Clinical interests
Discussing your priorities with Dr. Yong-chan Kim
The most suitable eye treatment depends on examination findings, eye health, lifestyle and expectations. For vision correction, ask about measurements, ocular surface health and the reasons one option is recommended over another. For cataracts, discuss lens choices in relation to daily tasks and night driving.
Bring your glasses or contact lens prescription, eye test results and previous operative reports. Ask the clinic when to stop wearing contact lenses before measurements. Discuss dry-eye symptoms, realistic visual goals and how follow-up will continue after you leave Korea.
Make the consultation useful
Before meeting Dr. Yong-chan Kim, write down your main concern, how long it has affected you, what you have already tried and what a worthwhile improvement would mean in everyday life. Bring relevant clinical records and a list of medicines, supplements and allergies. If you have had earlier treatment, include the dates and any complications.
- What do my examination results show?
- Why is this option suitable for my eyes?
- What visual side effects should I understand?
- When will my eyes be reviewed and when may I travel?
Ask the doctor to explain the reasoning behind the proposed plan, including alternatives and the option of not proceeding. Confirm who will perform the treatment, who will review your recovery and how to obtain help outside the planned visits. For care abroad, discuss the follow-up arrangements before paying for treatment or booking a return flight.
Where Dr. Yong-chan Kim practises
Gangnam St. Mary's One Eye Clinic
5 Gangnam-daero 85-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul, 2nd Floor, Daeyu Building, Gangnam St. Mary's One Eye Clinic
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