Japanese Philosophy, Ichigo Ichie
一期一会
Every consultation is treated as a lifelong commitment.
At Gangnam Tokyo Eye Clinic, we cherish each encounter as though it will last forever.
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The Philosophy Behind the Name Gangnam Tokyo Eye ClinicA philosophy learned in Tokyo,
A philosophy learned in Tokyo,
upheld here in Gangnam.
Observing a renowned glaucoma specialist in Tokyo, Dr. Park Hyung-ju made a promise:
meticulous diagnosis, relentless research,
and unwavering commitment to every patient.
That world-class medical philosophy continues here in Gangnam, Korea.
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20 Years of Clinical Experience, 10,000+ Glaucoma SurgeriesA glaucoma subspecialist
A glaucoma subspecialist
proficient in every glaucoma procedure
What was learned in Tokyo went beyond surgical technique.
It was an unwavering dedication to preserving patients' vision.
By combining Japan's advanced medical system with Dr. Park Hyung-ju's patented glaucoma technology,
we deliver results that speak for themselves.
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Restoring the clarity time has taken,
we promise a brighter 'second chapter.'
Presbyopia that dims your near vision, cataracts that cloud
your world with hazy lenses. With extensive surgical experience and proven expertise,
combined with precise diagnosis tailored to each patient's lifestyle,
Gangnam Tokyo Eye Clinic promises sharper, more comfortable vision than before surgery.
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Protecting your sight through proven expertise
and precision diagnosis.
Retinal diseases often cause blindness with virtually no early symptoms and irreversible damage once they occur.
Drawing on Dr. Park Hyung-ju's microsurgical expertise and research data from Tokyo,
we detect even the subtlest retinal changes. With Gangnam Tokyo Eye Clinic's precision screening system
and integrated care that extends to the optic nerve, we safeguard your critical window for treatment.
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A 0.01mm difference determines a lifetime of vision.Gangnam Tokyo Eye Clinic's uncompromising
Gangnam Tokyo Eye Clinic's uncompromising
'ultra-precision vision correction'
At Gangnam Tokyo Eye Clinic, we never take a one-size-fits-all approach.
From LASIK and LASEK to implantable lenses and Ortho-K lenses,
we recommend the single best solution perfectly matched
to your eye health and lifestyle.
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Our Principles and Results
The Philosophy Behind the Name Gangnam Tokyo Eye Clinic
At Gangnam Tokyo Eye Clinic, we value 'unseen integrity' over 'visible kindness.'
An examination process that tolerates not even a 0.01mm margin of error, and a rigorous sterilization system behind the scenes that patients never see
these are the uncompromising standards we have upheld from day one.
22 years of precision, proven through tens of thousands of surgeries.
Years as an Ophthalmologist
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Over 10,000 glaucoma
surgeries,with the precision to detect the subtlest optic nerve changes
Glaucoma Surgeries
10,000+
Over 40,000 cataract
surgeries, delivering comfortable vision through specialist expertise
Cataract Surgeries
40,000+
Over 10,000 vision
correction procedures, held to a glaucoma specialist's rigorous safety standards.
Vision Correction Procedures
10,000+
Holder of 2 medical patents,
ophthalmologist with over 20 years of experienceDr. Park Hyung-ju,
ophthalmologist with over 20 years of experience
Dr. Park Hyung-ju,
Chief Director
Continuously learning and researching
to deliver the most effective treatments.
Key Domestic Experience
- · Seoul National University Hospital
- · Ophthalmology Fellowship, Seoul National University Hospital
- · Former Visiting Professor, Hanyang University Hospital, Dept. of Ophthalmology
- · Former Visiting Professor, Chungnam National University Hospital, Dept. of Ophthalmology
- · Seoul National University Hospital Alumni
International Training
- Ophthalmology Fellowship, TANEMEM HOSPITAL, Osaka, Japan
- Fellowship, NIHONBASHI CATARACT CLINIC, Tokyo, Japan
- Fellowship, AKIHABARA EYE CLINIC, Osaka, Japan
Academic & Society Memberships
- Member, Korean Ophthalmological Society
- Member, Korean Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
- Member, Korean Glaucoma Society
- Member, Korean Contact Lens Study Group
- Member, American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
- Member, American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS)
- Member, European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
- Member, Japanese Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (JSCRS)
- · Member, World Glaucoma Association (WGA)
- · Member, Asia-Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology (APAO)
Superior diagnostics lead to superior outcomes
Definitive glaucoma diagnosis powered by a university hospital-grade 4-OCT system
The key to glaucoma management is detecting today's'subtle changes' that differ from yesterday. Gangnam Tokyo Eye Clinic operates all 4 types of world-class OCT equipment to bring
diagnostic error as close to zero as possible.
Non-contactSPECTRALIS OCT
The standard of precision that
catches subtle retinal layer changes
Non-contactSS-OCT
Scanning the entire eye broadly and
precisely with overwhelming scan speed
Non-contactCIRRUS 6000
Achieving both examination efficiency
and accuracy with ultra-fast scanning
Non-contactTOPCON DRI OCT
Scanning deep into the retina and
eliminating invisible blind spots
GANGNAM TOKYO EYE CLINIC
GANGNAM TOKYO EYE CLINIC
GANGNAM TOKYO EYE CLINIC
22 years of expertise across every area of ophthalmology
Delivering solutions for the most complex glaucoma cases.
Combining the proficiency to perform every glaucoma procedure with Dr. Park Hyung-ju's
deep clinical expertise,
we deliver 'honest results'
that hold true even when no one is watching.
Trabeculectomy
TrabeculectomyA refined, customized technique developed by Dr. Park Hyung-ju by adapting and advancing Japan's Deep Scleral Flap method.
Trabectome
TrabectomeA minimally invasive glaucoma procedure that reconstructs the aqueous humor drainage pathway through a micro-incision, enabling rapid recovery.
XEN Surgery
Zen SurgeryA minimally invasive procedure that implants a micro-stent thinner than a hair to regulate intraocular pressure while minimizing tissue damage.
Ahmed Valve Surgery
Ahmed ValveA procedure that implants an IOP-regulating device to facilitate aqueous humor drainage, delivering stable outcomes even in refractory glaucoma cases.
Ciliary Body Photocoagulation
CPCA laser treatment that reduces intraocular pressure by targeting the ciliary body, which produces aqueous humor, effective even when conventional surgery is not an option.
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