Where does Dr. Youngmin Kim practise?
Dr. Youngmin Kim practises at Global Ubal Eye Center in Incheon. The published clinical interests include LASEK Eye Surgery for Vision Correction, Cataract Removal Surgery, LASIK Eye Surgery for Vision Correction. The professional background below distinguishes training and previous roles from current clinical interests.
Professional background
- Director of Global Ubal Eye Center
- Visiting Professor, Department of Ophthalmology, Gil Hospital, Gachon University
- Regular Member of the Korean Ophthalmological Society (KOS)
- Regular Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
- Full Member of the Korean External Eye Society (KEEDS)
- Full Member of the Korean Cataract and Refractive Society (KSCRS)
- Regular Member of the Korean Contact Lens Research Association
- Member of the Korean Retina Society
- Full Member of the Korean Society of Optometry
- Corneal procedures (corneal transplants mentioned in association with his practice)
Clinical interests
Discussing your priorities with Dr. Youngmin 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. Youngmin 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. Youngmin Kim practises
Global Ubal Eye Center
Uhyeon-ro 90beon-gil, Jung-gu, Incheon, South Korea
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