About
Dr. Choi Dong-il is the Representative Director of Gangnam Seoyeon Plastic Surgery with over 20 years of experience in plastic surgery. He previously served as a director at Korea's leading plastic surgery hospitals including BK Plastic Surgery and Regen Plastic Surgery.
Dr. Choi is recognized as one of the foremost authorities on eye revision surgery in Korea, specializing in complex cases that other clinics find challenging. His expertise in the Conjoined Fascial Sheath (CFS) technique for ptosis correction has been documented in multiple SCI-level academic papers.
Dr. Choi is recognized as one of the foremost authorities on eye revision surgery in Korea, specializing in complex cases that other clinics find challenging. His expertise in the Conjoined Fascial Sheath (CFS) technique for ptosis correction has been documented in multiple SCI-level academic papers.
Medical Philosophy
Dr. Choi believes in honest consultations and natural-looking results. He does not recommend unnecessary surgeries and clearly explains realistic expectations and limitations. His principle of "1:1 Responsible Care" ensures that he personally oversees every patient from consultation through surgery and post-operative care.
Specialties
Eyes
Nose
Injectables
Anti-Aging
Double Eyelid
Ptosis Correction
Canthoplasty
Under Eye
Upper Eyelid
Eye Revision
Botox
Filler
Facelift Surgery
Device Lifting
Cosmetic Rhinoplasty
Credentials & Experience
Education
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M.D., College of Medicine
Hallym University -
Ph.D. in Medicine
Hallym University Graduate School (2003) -
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon (2008)
Korean Board of Plastic Surgery
Work Experience
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Representative Director (Founder, 2015~Present)
Gangnam Seoyeon Plastic Surgery -
Director, Eye Surgery Department (2013~2015)
Regen Plastic Surgery -
Director (2011~2013)
BK Plastic Surgery -
Adjunct Professor, Dept. of Plastic Surgery
Kangdong Sacred Heart Hospital -
Adjunct Professor, Dept. of Plastic Surgery
Korea University College of Medicine
Certifications
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Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Korean Board of Plastic Surgery
Professional Societies
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General Affairs Director (2016~2018), Eye Plastic Surgery Research Council
Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons -
Scientific Director (2022~Present)
Korean Academy of Oculoplastic Surgery (KAOS) -
Regular Member
ICOPLAST / IPRAS (International)
Publications & Awards
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Incisional Ptosis Correction with Hidden Double Fold in Asian Patients (SCI)
Aesthetic Plast Surg, 2019 -
Reconstruction of Medial Epicanthal Fold Using V-Y Advancement (SCI)
J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg, 2020 -
Reducing Upper Eyelid Volume Increases Vertical Palpebral Height (SCI)
Aesthetic Plast Surg, 2023 -
International Speaker
Taiwan, Indonesia, Severance Asian Eye Surgery Forum
Reviews 171
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Worth It
2020.07.02
Lifting Surgery Review
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2020.06.30
Nose | Facial Contouring | Fat Grafting Surgery Review
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2020.06.30
Eye | Nose Surgery Review
Worth It
2020.06.30
Nose & Facial Contouring Surgery Review
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2020.06.30
Facial Contouring Surgery Review
Worth It
2020.06.30
Facial Contouring Surgery Review
Worth It
2020.06.30
Breast Augmentation Surgery Review
Worth It
2020.06.30
Breast Augmentation Surgery Review
Worth It
2020.06.29
Dermatology Surgery Review
Worth It
2020.06.29
Lifting | Dermatology Surgery Review
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