Where does Dr. Jin-Hyeong Kim practise?
Dr. Jin-Hyeong Kim practises at GS Eye Center in Seoul. The published clinical interests include SMILE Vision Correction, Lens Implantation Surgery, Presbyopia Correction Treatment. The professional background below distinguishes training and previous roles from current clinical interests.
Professional background
- Professor of Ophthalmology & Head of Ophthalmology Department at Ilsan Paik Hospital, Inje University
- Adjunct Professor at Catholic University Medical School
- Chief of Ophthalmology at Beijing SK Eyecon Hospital (China)
- Director at Gangnam Saebit Eye Clinic
- Director of Asia Vision Asia Pacific Center
- Fellowship Training at Shiley Eye Center, University of California, San Diego (USA)
- Fellowship Training at Osaka University (Japan)
- Fellowship Training at Keio University (Japan
- Fellowship Training at Kyoto Prefectural University (Japan)
- Member, American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS)
- Member, European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ESCRS)
- Member, Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO)
- Standing Member, Korean Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (KSCRS)
- Standing Member, Korean Contact Lens Research Society
- Standing Member, Korean External Eye Disease Society
- Standing Member, Korean Cornea Disease Research Society
- Education Director (18th term), Korean Contact Lens Society
- Research Director, Korean Dry Eye Society
- Former Standing Director, Korean Ophthalmological Society
- Former Secretary, Korean Cornea Disease Research Society
- Completed INTACS & Keraring Implantation Surgery Training
- Completed IntraLase Expert Training Program (USA)
Clinical interests
Discussing your priorities with Dr. Jin-Hyeong 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. Jin-Hyeong 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. Jin-Hyeong Kim practises
GS Eye Center
8th, 15th, and 16th Floors, Mijin Plaza, 390 Gangnam-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea
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