Where does Dr. Kim Byoung Jin practise?
Dr. Kim Byoung Jin practises at Jamsil Samsung Eye Clinic in Seoul. The published clinical interests include ICL or Artiflex Lens Implantation Surgery, LASIK Eye Surgery for Vision Correction, Dry Eye Syndrome Treatment. The professional background below distinguishes training and previous roles from current clinical interests.
Professional background
- Ph.D. in Medicine
- Graduate School of Public Health, Seoul National University
- Advanced Healthcare Program (AHP), Seoul National University Hospital
- Postdoctoral Research, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, USA
- Former Clinical Fellow, Department of Ophthalmology, Samsung Seoul Hospital
- Former Associate Professor, Kangdong Sacred Heart Hospital
- Former Exchange Professor, Seirei Hamamatsu Hospital, Japan
- Former Exchange Professor, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, USA
- Adjunct (Full) Professor, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine
- Adjunct (Full) Professor, Hallym University School of Medicine
- Current Vice President, Songpa-gu Medical Association
- Director, Korean Society of Aesthetic Ophthalmic Surgery
- Advisory Committee Member, Samsung Seoul Hospital
- Advisory Committee Member, Seoul Asan Hospital
- Ophthalmology Advisory Physician, Dr. Hong Hye-gul's Medical Information Site (Bion-dwi)
- Former Academic Committee Member, Korean Ophthalmological Society
- Invited Speaker and Academic Committee Member, Korean Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (domestic/international conferences)
- Korean Ophthalmological Society and Korean Association of Ophthalmologists (private practice)
- Korean Optometric Society and Contact Lens Study Society
- Korean Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (KSCRS)
- American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS)
- European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
- Progress Report on Excimer Laser Myopia Correction Surgery — Oral presentation at the Autumn Conference of the Korean Ophthalmological Society
- Results Report on Epikeratoplasty (Surface Keratoplasty) — Oral presentation at the Autumn Conference of the Korean Ophthalmological Society
Clinical interests
Discussing your priorities with Dr. Kim Byoung Jin
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. Kim Byoung Jin, 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. Kim Byoung Jin practises
Jamsil Samsung Eye Clinic
Jamsil Samsung Eye Clinic 7F, Seokyeong Bldg, 114 Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul, 05558, Republic of Korea
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