Executive Summary
Professionalism
Dr. Kim Ki-gap, Ph.D. from SNU, holds a US Medical License, and is an active member of international societies (ISAPS, ASPS), with numerous SCI papers.
Integrated System
A One-stop System collaborates plastic and breast surgery specialists, enabling simultaneous cosmetic enhancement and disease treatment.
Post-Operative Care
On-site professional physical therapists and Pilates instructors provide dedicated rehabilitation programs with specialized equipment.
Strong Reputation
Achieves high ratings (9.7/10) on major platforms like Gangnam Unni and Sungyesa, particularly trusted for revision and high-difficulty cases.
Director Kim Ki-gap's Profile
Education & Qualifications
- Education:
- Graduated from Seoul National University College of Medicine (1998~2002)
- Master of Medicine, Seoul National University Graduate School (Plastic Surgery, 2004~2006)
- Doctor of Medicine (Ph.D.), Seoul National University Graduate School (Plastic Surgery, 2011~2013)
- Qualifications:
- Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Korea (Obtained in 2007)
- Holder of US License for Medicine and Surgery
Professional Experience & Training
- Key Positions:
- Former Head of Breast Surgery Center, Regen Plastic Surgery (2011~2016)
- Former Head of Breast Surgery Center, DA Plastic Surgery (2016~2019)
- Current Representative Director, U&U Plastic Surgery (2020~Present)
- Overseas Training:
- Plastic Surgery Training at University of Chicago Medical Center (2018)
- Plastic Surgery Training at Baylor College of Medicine
- Training at Texas Children's Hospital (Houston, TX)
Academic Activities & Research
- Active regular member of Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, ISAPS, and ASPS.
- Major Papers:
- Published over 10 papers related to breast surgery in SCI journals and international conferences.
- Representative Paper: *Late Hematoma after Breast Augmentation* (Archives of Plastic Surgery, 2005)
- Ph.D. Thesis: *Synergistic Anti-Skin Aging Effect of Adipose-derived Stem Cells and Fat Graft in Aged Mice*
Media & Publications
- Broadcast Appearances: Appeared as a 'Doctor' on Story On channel's makeover show 《Let Me In》 Seasons 2, 3, and 4.
- Books: 《Childbirth, Breastfeeding, and Beautiful Breasts》 (2019)
U&U Plastic Surgery Information
Location & Scale
U&U Plastic Surgery is strategically located in Gangnam, a medical hub in Seoul, emphasizing privacy and specialized care.
- Address: Myungkwang Building (Entire building), 819 Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
- Scale: Standalone building from 1st basement to 4th floor, approximately 500~650 pyeong. Designed for specialized breast surgery.
Medical Philosophy & System
Under the slogan 'Ur Breasts & Ur Health', U&U Plastic Surgery offers a comprehensive 'Total Care' system beyond simple aesthetics, focusing on integrated health management and patient safety.
- Integrated care system including breast health management (checkups, Mammotome).
- Collaboration with breast surgery specialists and rehabilitation Pilates.
- Emphasis on patient safety and privacy: resident anesthesiologists, OR CCTVs, single-person recovery rooms.
Floor Guide & Facilities
The hospital's layout is meticulously designed for optimal patient flow, privacy, and infection control across its floors.
| Floor | Name | Major Facilities & Functions |
|---|---|---|
| 4F | Breast Surgery Center | Sterile Operating Rooms, Recovery Rooms, OR CCTV, Air Shower System |
| 3F | Breast Counseling Center | Counseling Rooms, Treatment Rooms (Private & Premium), 1:1 Customized Counseling |
| 2F | Breast Care Center | Post-care Rooms, Physical Therapy Rooms, Breast Check-up Center |
| 1F | Breast Welcome Center | Lobby, Lounge, Valet Parking Service |
| B1 | Staff Welfare Center | Pilates Studio, Staff Cafeteria, Gym, Conference Room |
Distinguished Medical Staff
U&U Plastic Surgery boasts a comprehensive team, including specialists in plastic surgery, breast surgery (general surgery), and anesthesiology, ensuring integrated and safe patient care.
Plastic Surgery Specialists
- Representative Director Kim Ki-gap: Oversees breast augmentation, revision, mastopexy, abdominoplasty.
- Representative Director Park Ji-hoon: Specializes in breast augmentation, capsular contracture, and scar correction.
- Director Seo Jeong-hwa: Specializes in breast augmentation and revision.
- Director Lee Yung-ki: Specializes in breast surgery and liposuction/grafting.
- Director Kang Byung-kwon: Breast surgery specialist.
Breast Surgery (General Surgery) Specialists
- Director Yeo Hyun-su, Director Bang Beom-sik: In charge of pre/post-operative breast ultrasound, Mammotome, and breast cancer screening.
Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine Specialists
- Director Lee Se-hwa and 2 others: In charge of anesthesia monitoring and pain management throughout the entire surgical process.
Major Procedures & Specialized Systems
Specialized Procedures
Breast Augmentation
Augmentation using various implants such as Motiva and Mentor. Performs axillary incision and inframammary fold incision using endoscopy.
Breast Revision
Resolution of capsular contracture, replacement of ruptured implants, total capsulectomy, correction of asymmetry. Director Kim Ki-gap emphasizes expertise in capsulectomy and revision surgery.
Breast Reduction & Mastopexy
Correction of sagging breasts and reduction of macromastia.
Abdominoplasty
Surgery to correct sagging abdominal skin and muscles after childbirth (Main field during Let Me In appearance).
Breast Disease Treatment
Removal of benign tumors using Mammotome, breast cancer screening.
Specialized Systems
P&P System (Private & Premium)
- Untact Treatment: Separates movement paths so that patients do not encounter others from consultation to surgery and recovery, and provides single-person waiting rooms and recovery rooms.
- One-stop System: With resident breast surgery specialists, everything from pre-operative breast cancer screening to implant insertion and post-operative follow-up takes place in one location.
- Safe Surgery System: Real-name surgery system, CCTV recording and viewing available for the entire process, operation of university-hospital-grade sterile operating rooms.
Dual Consultation System
To match the surgeon best suited to the patient's tendencies and needs, the clinic operates a system where patients can decide on their surgeon after consulting with up to two breast-specialized directors.
Post-Operative Care & Rehabilitation Programs
One of the biggest features of U&U Plastic Surgery is its very active investment in post-operative care. This is divided into 'Happy Breast' and 'Healthy Breast' programs.
Happy Breast (Recovery & Rehabilitation)
- Professional Physical Therapy: Uses specially made equipment and thermal massage to relax muscles knotted after surgery and relieve pain.
- Medical Pilates: The hospital is equipped with an in-house Pilates studio and provides Pilates programs optimized for recovery after breast surgery.
- Direct Management by Surgeon: The operating surgeon, not staff, directly handles 1:1 dressing and progress checks after surgery.
Healthy Breast (Health Management)
- Regular Checkups: Regular ultrasound examinations are conducted to check the status of implants and the health of breast tissue after surgery.
- Lifetime Management: Monitors long-term breast health after surgery according to the 'Ur Breasts & Ur Health' philosophy.
Reputation & Market Analysis
Patient Reviews & Ratings
Gangnam Unni: Rating 9.7/10 (Over 4,000 reviews)
- Positive Evaluations: Opinions such as "The director explains meticulously", "Predictable through simulation", "Post-care (Pilates, etc.) is systematic", and "No coercion" are dominant.
- Key Keywords: Professionalism, Safety, Kindness, Good Facilities.
Sungyesa: Rating 4.3/5
- Positive Evaluations: Satisfaction among revision surgery patients is high, and there are reviews that the hospital's response is responsible when side effects (such as bottoming out) occur.
- Negative/Neutral Evaluations: Wait times can occur, and the cost is not cheap. Some reviews mention consultation reservation fees or examination fees.
Awards & Unique Selling Points
Awards & Certifications
- 2024 Medical Asia Grand Prize: Won the Grand Prize in the Breast Plastic Surgery category, receiving external recognition for expertise.
- Korea's Good Doctor 100: Director Kim Ki-gap was selected in the Breast Surgery category.
Unique Selling Points (USPs)
- Academic Approach: Director Kim Ki-gap gains high trust from patients by presenting causes and solutions for side effects based on thesis data during consultations.
- Transparency: The policy of disclosing surgery room CCTV and the real-name system without ghost surgery are used as strong marketing points.
- Integrated Medicine: The combination of plastic surgery and breast surgery acts as a significant advantage for modern patients sensitive to implant safety issues (e.g., lymphoma, rupture).
Conclusion
U&U Plastic Surgery and Representative Director Kim Ki-gap are solidifying a firm position in the Korean breast surgery market based on the three core values of 'Professionalism', 'Safety', and 'Total Care'. Director Kim Ki-gap's skills verified by his Ph.D. from Seoul National University College of Medicine and appearances on 《Let Me In》, along with the breast surgery collaboration and Pilates rehabilitation system established in a standalone building of 500 pyeong, are powerful competitive edges that differentiate it from other hospitals.
In particular, the system that takes responsibility for everything from breast cancer screening to post-operative rehabilitation beyond simple cosmetic improvement provides high psychological stability to patients, which leads to high ratings on Gangnam Unni and Sungyesa. However, as it aims for premium service, aspects such as cost and reservation waiting times may be factors for patients to consider. Comprehensively, U&U Plastic Surgery is analyzed as a medical institution suitable for patients desiring high-difficulty breast revision surgery or systematic lifetime management.