About Dr. Kim Mu-Hyun
Dr. Kim Mu-Hyun is a board-certified plastic surgeon at JK Plastic Surgery Center in Apgujeong, Seoul. According to JK, he graduated from Keimyung University College of Medicine, completed a graduate degree majoring in plastic surgery at the Catholic University Graduate School, and completed his internship and residency at Seoul St. Mary's Hospital.
Clinical Focus
JK lists his main areas of practice as eye surgery, rhinoplasty, anti-aging, body surgery and non-surgical (petit) procedures.
Experience
Before JK, he was director at Byeoli, TL and Cheongdam I plastic surgery clinics, according to his JK profile.
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
- Member, fat grafting and stem cell research society; full member, anti-aging research society
Facts you can check
- Certifications listedBoard-Certified Plastic Surgeon
- MembershipsKorean Society of Plastic Surgery (KSPRS); Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery; Korean Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association +2 more
- Works atJK Plastic Surgery (lists ISO 9001, KAHF)
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
- DegreeKeimyung University, School of Medicine
Professional memberships
- MembershipKorean Society of Plastic Surgery (KSPRS)
- MembershipKorean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
- MembershipKorean Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association
- MembershipFat Transplantation and Stem Cell Research Society
- MembershipAnti-Aging Research Society
Membership reflects participation in a professional body — not an endorsement of this doctor by that organization.
Prices for procedures by Dr. Kim Mu-Hyun
| Procedure | Price at JK Plastic Surgery | Typical U.S. price |
|---|---|---|
| Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty) | $1,380 - $3,150 | From $3,359 surgeon's fee only |
| Facelift | $5,040 - $6,300 | From $11,395 surgeon's fee only |
| Liposuction | From $6,300 | From $4,711 surgeon's fee only |
| Rhinoplasty (Nose Job) | $2,518 - $4,400 | $5,000 - $15,000 |
| Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) | From $12,600 | $6,000 - $12,000 |
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. Kim Mu-Hyun
Where does Dr. Kim Mu-Hyun practice?
Dr. Kim Mu-Hyun works at JK Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea.
What are Dr. Kim Mu-Hyun's qualifications?
Dr. Kim Mu-Hyun has trained at Keimyung University, School of Medicine, credentials and memberships include Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon; Korean Society of Plastic Surgery (KSPRS); Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery; Korean Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association. Details and sources are listed on this page.
What procedures does Dr. Kim Mu-Hyun perform?
Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty), Facelift, Liposuction, Rhinoplasty (Nose Job), Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty).
Does Dr. Kim Mu-Hyun speak English?
Dr. Kim Mu-Hyun speaks Korean. The clinic provides an interpreter for English-speaking patients; confirm this when you book.
How much does surgery with Dr. Kim Mu-Hyun cost?
Prices quoted by JK Plastic Surgery for procedures Dr. Kim Mu-Hyun performs, in U.S. dollars: Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty) $1,380 to $3,150; Facelift $5,040 to $6,300; Liposuction $6,300; Rhinoplasty (Nose Job) $2,518 to $4,400. Final quotes are confirmed in writing after a free consultation.
How do I get to Dr. Kim Mu-Hyun'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
Apgujeong (Gangnam) plastic surgery center opened in 1998, offering eye, nose, facial contouring, anti-aging, breast and body surgery with a five-surgeon team.
View clinic profileResearch & evidence
12 peer-reviewed sourcesPeer-reviewed studies relevant to the procedures Kim Mu-Hyun performs. Compiled from systematic reviews, meta-analyses and clinical research indexed on PubMed.
- Standard of care for lipedema in the United States
- 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.
- Piezoelectric Versus Conventional Rhinoplasty: A GRADE-assessed 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.