About Dr. Choi Sang Rok
Dr. Choi Sang Rok is a board-certified plastic surgeon and director (원장) at Lienjang Plastic Surgery at Gangnam Station, Seoul. According to Lienjang, he graduated from Korea University College of Medicine, trained as a plastic surgery specialist at Korea University Hospital, and is a clinical (adjunct) professor at Korea University Medical Center.
Clinical Focus
Lienjang Plastic Surgery offers facelift and neck lift, forehead lift, mini lifting, eyelid surgery, facial contouring and facial liposuction and fat grafting. The clinic does not publish a separate procedure list for each surgeon.
Experience
Dr. Choi is one of four plastic surgeons on the Lienjang Plastic Surgery team.
Credentials
- Board-certified plastic surgeon, Korea
- Full member, Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons
- Full member, Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
- Full member, Korean Society of Craniofacial Plastic Surgery
- Full member, IPRS (International Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery)
Facts you can check
- Certifications listedBoard-Certified Plastic Surgeon
- Works atLienjang
Certifications, licenses & patents
- Board certificationBoard-Certified Plastic Surgeon
South Korea's national licensing authority for physicians; specialist status follows residency and a national board examination.
Closest U.S. counterpartA state medical board licence plus an ABMS specialty board certification.
Check the issuing bodyMedical licensing differs by country. These notes describe each authority so you can judge it yourself — they are not a statement that a foreign credential grants the right to practise in the United States.
Procedures performed
Specialties
Education & training
- DegreeKorea University, College of Medicine
- TrainingKorea University Hospital
Prices for procedures by Dr. Choi Sang Rok
| Procedure | Price at Lienjang | Typical U.S. price |
|---|---|---|
| Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty) | From $3,000 | From $3,359 surgeon's fee only |
| Face Contouring | From $2,200 | From $10,000 |
| Facelift | From $1,230 | From $11,395 surgeon's fee only |
Clinic quotes in USD; final prices are confirmed in writing after a free consultation. Flights and hotel are not included.
Getting to South Korea from the U.S.
Visa. U.S. passport holders do not need a K-ETA through 31 December 2026; an electronic Arrival Card is required instead. From 1 January 2027 the K-ETA requirement returns, so check the official portal before you book.
Flights. Nonstop service to Seoul from Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Dallas, Chicago, Atlanta, New York and Washington. West-coast flights run about 13 hours, east-coast about 14 to 15.
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Frequently asked questions about Dr. Choi Sang Rok
Where does Dr. Choi Sang Rok practice?
Dr. Choi Sang Rok works at Lienjang in Seoul, South Korea.
What are Dr. Choi Sang Rok's qualifications?
Dr. Choi Sang Rok has trained at Korea University, College of Medicine and Korea University Hospital, credentials and memberships include Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon. Details and sources are listed on this page.
What procedures does Dr. Choi Sang Rok perform?
Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty), Face Contouring, Facelift.
Does Dr. Choi Sang Rok speak English?
Dr. Choi Sang Rok speaks Korean. The clinic provides an interpreter for English-speaking patients; confirm this when you book.
How much does surgery with Dr. Choi Sang Rok cost?
Prices quoted by Lienjang for procedures Dr. Choi Sang Rok performs, in U.S. dollars: Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty) $3,000; Face Contouring $2,200; Facelift $1,230. Final quotes are confirmed in writing after a free consultation.
How do I get to Dr. Choi Sang Rok's clinic from the U.S.?
U.S. passport holders do not need a K-ETA through 31 December 2026; an electronic Arrival Card is required instead. From 1 January 2027 the K-ETA requirement returns, so check the official portal before you book. Nonstop service to Seoul from Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Dallas, Chicago, Atlanta, New York and Washington. West-coast flights run about 13 hours, east-coast about 14 to 15.
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About the clinic
Plastic surgery clinic at Gangnam Station, Seoul, opened in 2004, focused on facelift and lifting, eye surgery, facial contouring and facial fat procedures.
View clinic profileResearch & evidence
12 peer-reviewed sourcesPeer-reviewed studies relevant to the procedures Choi Sang Rok performs. Compiled from systematic reviews, meta-analyses and clinical research indexed on PubMed.
- The Impact of Cosmetic and Plastic Surgery on Self-Esteem: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
- Comparison of Deep SMAS Lift and MACS in Facelift: A Meta-Analysis.
- Hemostatic net in cervical and facial surgeries: evidence from a systematic review and meta-analysis.
- Functional and Aesthetic Outcomes After Upper Blepharoplasty: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
- Tranexamic Acid for Blepharoplasty Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Compiled from peer-reviewed medical literature indexed on PubMed. This overview is for general education and is not medical advice.