Analysis Report

U&U Plastic Surgery

In-depth Analysis of Representative Director Kim Ki-gap

Breast Surgery Expert Total Care System Post-Op Rehabilitation

Core Analysis Points

Professionalism

Director Kim Ki-gap, a specialist from Seoul National University Hospital with a US Medical License, is an active regular member of international societies (ISAPS, ASPS) and has published numerous SCI papers.

System Integration

A collaborative One-stop System between plastic surgery and breast surgery allows for simultaneous cosmetic procedures and breast disease treatment, including tumor removal.

Post-Operative Care

Dedicated in-house physical therapists and Pilates instructors provide tailored rehabilitation programs using specialized equipment, ensuring comprehensive recovery after surgery.

Market Reputation

Consistently high ratings (9.7/10) on major plastic surgery platforms, particularly noted for reliability in revision surgery and complex cases, reflect strong patient trust.

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 and International Societies (ISAPS, ASPS).
  • 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, performing high-difficulty surgeries.
  • Books: Authored 《Childbirth, Breastfeeding, and Beautiful Breasts》 (2019), providing medical insights on breast changes.

U&U Plastic Surgery Information

Location & Scale

U&U Plastic Surgery is strategically located near Apgujeong Station and Sinsa Station in Gangnam, Seoul, a prime medical hub.

  • Address: Myungkwang Building (Entire building), 819 Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
  • Scale: A standalone building ranging from B1 to 4F, approximately 500~650 pyeong. This significant scale underscores its specialization in breast surgery.

Floor Guide & Facilities

The hospital is designed with patient flow, privacy, and infection control in mind, with separated functions by floor.

Floor Name Major Facilities & Functions
4F Breast Surgery Center Sterile Operating Rooms, Recovery Rooms (Safe & Sterile), 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 (Happy & Healthy)
1F Breast Welcome Center Lobby, Lounge, Valet Parking Service
B1 Staff Welfare Center Pilates Studio, Staff Cafeteria, Gym, Conference Room

Medical Staff

U&U Plastic Surgery boasts a comprehensive collaborative system with resident specialists in plastic surgery, breast surgery (general surgery), and anesthesiology.

Plastic Surgery Specialists:

  • Representative Director Kim Ki-gap
  • Representative Director Park Ji-hoon (Seoul National University, Former View Plastic Surgery)
  • Director Seo Jeong-hwa (Catholic University, Former TS Plastic Surgery)
  • Director Lee Yung-ki
  • Director Kang Byung-kwon (Seoul National University, Former Banobagi Plastic Surgery)

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 & Pain Medicine Specialists:

  • Director Lee Se-hwa and 2 others

In charge of anesthesia monitoring and pain management throughout the surgical process.

Major Procedures & Specialized Systems

Specialties

  • 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 System)

U&U advocates a P&P system that combines the systematic system of a large hospital with the meticulous management of a private clinic.

  • 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. This helps improve rib cage movement and correct posture to shape natural breasts.
  • 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 (rupture, folding, etc.) and the health of breast tissue (nodules, cancer, etc.) 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.

Considerations: 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:

  • 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.

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