Where does Dr. Sung-Won Byun practise?
Dr. Sung-Won Byun practises at GS Eye Center in Seoul. The published clinical interests include Dry Eye Syndrome Treatment, Pediatric Eye Disease Diagnosis and Treatment, Orthokeratology (Ortho-K) Lens Fitting. The professional background below distinguishes training and previous roles from current clinical interests.
Professional background
- Former Deputy Director at Gangnam Shinsegae St. Mary's Eye Clinic
- Former Director at Daechi Sungmo Soo Eye Clinic
- Former Director at Dangsan Saebit Eye Clinic
- Member, Korean Ophthalmological Society (KOS)
- Member, Korean Contact Lens Study Society (KCLSS)
- Member, Korean External Eye Disease Society
- Member, Korean Cornea Society (KCS)
- External Relations Director, Korean Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (KSCRS)
- Education Director, Korean Contact Lens Society (18th term)
- Research Director, Korean Dry Eye Society
Clinical interests
Discussing your priorities with Dr. Sung-Won Byun
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. Sung-Won Byun, 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. Sung-Won Byun practises
GS Eye Center
8th, 15th, and 16th Floors, Mijin Plaza, 390 Gangnam-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea
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