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SUNG
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Our Specialists
“Restoring vision is about more than seeing clearly—it's about restoring comfort,
confidence, and the joy of everyday life.
My priority is to provide the safest
and most appropriate care for every patient.”
Areas of Expertise
Professional Profile
Education • Hallym University College of Medicine • Master of Science in Medicine Professional Experience • Completed Ophthalmology Residency at Hallym University Sacred Heart Hospital (Pyeongchon) • Former Ophthalmologist at GS Eye Clinic • Former Ophthalmologist at CK Eye Clinic • Former Ophthalmologist at I Love Eye Clinic • Former Ophthalmologist at Suwon Lee Eye Clinic Professional Memberships & Publications • Full Member, Korean Ophthalmological Society (KOS) • Full Member, Korean Society of External Eye Disease • Full Member, Korean Contact Lens Study Society • Full Member, Korean Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (KSCRS)Q&A
What does vision correction surgery mean to you?
To me, vision correction surgery is about more than improving eyesight. It's about helping people see the world more clearly and live with greater confidence and freedom.
Can you tell us about your specialties in vision correction and cataract surgery?
Although they treat different conditions, both vision correction and cataract surgery share the same goal—to help patients achieve clearer vision and enjoy a better quality of life
Why should patients choose Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic?
At Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic, we believe outstanding care begins with outstanding people. Our experienced specialists are committed to delivering exceptional results through clinical expertise, advanced technology, and patient-centered care. Every decision we make is guided by one goal—earning our patients' trust through the best possible outcomes.
What can patients expect when they choose you as their surgeon?
Every patient has different visual needs, lifestyles, and expectations. That's why I believe the first step toward a successful outcome is listening carefully and creating a personalized treatment plan. I take the time to understand each patient's goals and recommend the safest and most appropriate procedure based on their individual eye condition. My commitment is to deliver consistent, reliable results through careful planning, precise surgery, and open communication.
How would you like patients to remember Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic?
I hope patients remember Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic as a place they can trust—where experienced specialists provide personalized care in vision correction and cataract surgery, and where every patient feels confident about their decision and their future vision.
What do you do when a patient requests a procedure that isn't right for their eyes?
I always begin by listening carefully to what my patients hope to achieve. During the consultation, I explain which treatment is the safest and most appropriate for their eyes and why. My goal is never to persuade patients into a particular procedure, but to help them make an informed decision that leads to the best possible long-term outcome.
Do you have any advice for patients coming in for a consultation?
Rather than focusing only on cost, I encourage patients to think about their goals and why they are considering vision correction surgery. Understanding what matters most to you helps us recommend the treatment that best fits your eyes, your lifestyle, and your long-term vision.
Is there anything you’d like patients to know?
Vision correction surgery is a personal decision. Rather than choosing surgery simply because someone else recommended it, take time to think about what you truly want to achieve. Share your goals during your consultation, and together we'll create a personalized treatment plan that's right for your eyes and your lifestyle.