About Dr. Yang Hae-won
Dr. Yang Hae-won is the representative director (대표원장) of INIQUE Plastic Surgery in Gangnam, Seoul. According to the clinic, he is a plastic surgeon, a clinical (adjunct) professor at Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine and a former plastic surgeon at Samsung Medical Center.
Clinical Focus
INIQUE says it specializes in eye revision surgery, facial contouring and lifting. The clinic's services include double eyelid and ptosis surgery, rhinoplasty, cheekbone and jaw contouring, facelift and forehead lift, fat grafting and breast surgery.
Experience
The clinic lists his publications, including co-authorship of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery of Asian Face (2016), a Korean translation of Complementary Fat Grafting (2008), and journal articles on liposuction, gynecomastia and reduction malarplasty. INIQUE also says he was an operating surgeon on seasons 1-3 of the TV program "Let Me In Thailand" and completed the Advanced Facial Anatomy Course of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons in Melbourne.
Credentials
- Board-certified plastic surgeon (성형외과 전문의), Korea
- Permanent member, Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons
- Member, Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
- Member, Korean Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association
- Commendation from the Minister of Health and Welfare (per clinic)
Facts you can check
- Certifications listedBoard-Certified Plastic Surgeon
- Works atINIQUÉ Plastic Surgery Clinic
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.
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Procedures performed
Specialties
Education & training
- TrainingSamsung Medical Center (Sungkyunkwan University)
- TrainingRoyal Australasian College of Surgeons, Melbourne
Prices for procedures by Dr. Haewon Yang
| Procedure | Price at INIQUÉ Plastic Surgery Clinic | Typical U.S. price |
|---|---|---|
| Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty) | From $3,850 | From $3,359 surgeon's fee only |
| Face Contouring | From $10,000 | From $10,000 |
| Rhinoplasty (Nose Job) | From $7,500 | $5,000 - $15,000 |
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. Haewon Yang
Where does Dr. Haewon Yang practice?
Dr. Haewon Yang works at INIQUÉ Plastic Surgery Clinic in Seoul, South Korea.
What are Dr. Haewon Yang's qualifications?
Dr. Haewon Yang has trained at Samsung Medical Center (Sungkyunkwan University) and Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, Melbourne, credentials and memberships include Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon. Details and sources are listed on this page.
What procedures does Dr. Haewon Yang perform?
Breast Augmentation, Breast Reduction, Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty), Face Contouring, Facelift, Rhinoplasty (Nose Job).
Does Dr. Haewon Yang speak English?
Yes. Dr. Haewon Yang speaks Korean, English.
How much does surgery with Dr. Haewon Yang cost?
Prices quoted by INIQUÉ Plastic Surgery Clinic for procedures Dr. Haewon Yang performs, in U.S. dollars: Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty) $3,850; Face Contouring $10,000; Rhinoplasty (Nose Job) $7,500. Final quotes are confirmed in writing after a free consultation.
How do I get to Dr. Haewon Yang'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
Gangnam (Sinsa-dong) plastic surgery clinic led by Dr. Yang Hae-won, focused on eye revision surgery, facial contouring and lifting, with rhinoplasty and breast surgery also offered.
View clinic profileResearch & evidence
12 peer-reviewed sourcesPeer-reviewed studies relevant to the procedures Haewon Yang performs. Compiled from systematic reviews, meta-analyses and clinical research indexed on PubMed.
- A Head-to-Head Meta-Analysis of 35,052 Smooth vs Textured Implants in Breast Reconstruction and Augmentation.
- Implant Pocket Plane Selection in Primary Breast Augmentation: A Meta-Analysis and Systematic Review of Complication Profiles.
- A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of 11,686 Breasts Undergoing Transaxillary Augmentation.
- Breast implant explantation and capsulectomy in symptomatic patients. Is there any improvement with the procedure? Systematic review and meta-analysis.
- Outcomes and Complications of Autologous Fat Transfer for Total Breast Reconstruction and Augmentation: Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.
Compiled from peer-reviewed medical literature indexed on PubMed. This overview is for general education and is not medical advice.