Endocrine Surgery
The Division of Endocrine Surgery at Asan Medical Center (AMC) in Seoul, South Korea, is a leading institution specializing in surgical treatment of endocrine disorders.
The division focuses on diseases of the thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal glands, offering advanced surgical techniques and comprehensive patient care. Committed to excellence, the division integrates cutting-edge technology with a multidisciplinary approach to ensure optimal outcomes for patients.
The Division of Endocrine Surgery at AMC is renowned for its collaborative team spirit, bringing together experienced surgeons, endocrinologists, anesthesiologists, and specialized nursing staff. This multidisciplinary approach ensures comprehensive care for patients with complex endocrine disorders. The division’s superiority is evident in its adoption of minimally invasive and robotic surgical techniques, leading to reduced recovery times and improved patient satisfaction. Moreover, the division actively engages in international collaborations, sharing its expertise and advancing the field of endocrine surgery worldwide.
The division specializes in treating a range of endocrine diseases, including:
- Thyroid Disorders : papillary thyroid carcinoma, follicular thyroid carcinoma, medullary thyroid carcinoma, Graves' disease, enlarged goiter and other related conditions
- Parathyroid Disorders : primary hyperparathyroidism, secondary and tertiary hyperparathyroidism, parathyroid carcinoma
- Adrenal Disorders : pheochromocytoma, Cushing's syndrome, primary aldosteronism, adrenal cyst, adrenal cortical carcinoma
Thyroid Surgery
The division employs minimally invasive techniques, including robotic thyroidectomy via the transaxillary and BABA approaches, which avoid neck scarring and promote faster recovery. Robotic-assisted thyroidectomy using the Da Vinci Surgical System is also utilized for enhanced precision.
Also, using the natural skin crease on the neck for open thyroidectomy has dramatically reduced cosmetic concerns for patients.
Parathyroid Surgery
Focused parathyroidectomy is performed using intraoperative parathyroid hormone monitoring to ensure the complete removal of hyperfunctioning glands while preserving normal tissue.
Adrenal Surgery
The division has pioneered posterior retroperitoneoscopic adrenalectomy, a minimally invasive technique accessing the adrenal glands through the back, reducing operative time and hospital stay. Robotic-assisted adrenalectomy is also employed for complex cases, offering improved visualization and dexterity.
The Division of Endocrine Surgery at AMC performs over 2,000 endocrine surgeries annually, encompassing thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal procedures. Notably, the division has achieved significant milestones, including over 1,800 cases of posterior retroperitoneoscopic adrenalectomy by year 2024, demonstrating its expertise and high surgical volume in the field.
| Thyroid Surgery | Parathyroid Surgery | Adrenal Surgery |
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| Open thyroidectomy | Minimally invasive focused parathyroidectomy | Laparosopic retroperitoneal posterior adrenalectomy |
| Robotic-assisted transaxillary thyroidectomy (no neck scar) | Conventional parathyroidectomy | Robotic retroperitoneal posterior adrenalectomy |
| Robotic-assisted bilateral axillo-breast approach thyroidectomy (no neck scar) | Robotic-assisted transaxillary parathyroidectomy | Laparoscopic or robotic transperitoneal adrenalectomy |
Doctors
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Kim Byung Chang - Departments
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Endocrine Surgery, Robotic Surgery center
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Kim, Won Woong - Departments
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Endocrine Surgery, Robotic Surgery center
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Thyroid Cancer - open or robotic thyroidectomy, and robotic lateral neck dissection. Parathyroid gland - primary, secondary, and tertiary hyperparathyroidism Adrenal gland disease - Specializes in laparoscopic(3-port) and robotic retroperitoneal adrenalectomy (single-port or 2-port).
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Sung, Tae-yon - Departments
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Endocrine Surgery, Robotic Surgery Center, Robotic Surgery center
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Thyroid gland, Parathyroid gland, Adrenal gland diseases
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Lee, Yu-mi - Departments
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Endocrine Surgery, Robotic Surgery center, Sarcoma & Rare Cancer Center
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Endocrine Surgery, Thyroid gland & Parathyroid & Adrenal gland disease
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KI-WOOK CHUNG - Departments
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Endocrine Surgery, Robotic Surgery center
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Thyroid gland Surgery, Parathyroid Surgery, Adrenal gland Surgery
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KIM SOO KYUNG - Departments
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Endocrine Surgery
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LEE YOUNG MIN - Departments
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Endocrine Surgery
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