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Ophthalmology

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Ophthalmology

Excellence in Ophthalmic Care and Innovation

The Department of Ophthalmology at Samsung Medical Center is a national leader in eye care, offering comprehensive, cutting-edge services across all ophthalmic subspecialties.

Our faculty comprises highly experienced who utilize the latest technologies and evidence-based practices to diagnose and treat a broad spectrum of ocular diseases. With high patient volume and extensive clinical expertise, we deliver excellent outcomes in retinal disorders, cataract and refractive surgery, glaucoma, oculoplastic surgery, pediatric ophthalmology, and neuro-ophthalmology. We are deeply committed to research, innovation, and multidisciplinary collaboration to provide the best possible care for every patient.

Advanced Diagnostics and Therapies

Our department incorporates advanced diagnostic platforms and personalized treatment planning across all subspecialties. We utilize high-resolution imaging modalities, including spectral-domain OCT, widefield angiography, and fundus autofluorescence, for accurate diagnosis and disease monitoring. Minimally invasive techniques and laser therapies are employed to maximize functional outcomes and minimize recovery time. Through integrated clinical pathways, we offer seamless care from initial evaluation to postoperative rehabilitation. Subspecialty teams work collaboratively to deliver evidence-based, high-precision management of complex ocular conditions.

Specialized Expertise

Retina Division

The Retina Division provides advanced care for macular and vitreoretinal diseases using multimodal imaging, anti-VEGF therapy, sutureless vitrectomy, and gene therapy (e.g. LUXTURNA®).

Anterior Segment Division

The Anterior Segment Division performs advanced cataract surgery using premium IOLs, femtosecond laser-assisted techniques, and all types of keratoplasty, including DALK, DMEK, and PKP for optimal visual results.

Glaucoma Division

The Glaucoma Division manages the largest national caseload, providing expert care for open-angle, angle-closure, and congenital glaucoma with expertise in MIGS, tube shunts, and complex filtration surgeries.

Oculoplasty Division

The Oculoplasty Division specializes in eyelid, orbital, and lacrimal surgeries, treating tumors, trauma, and functional disorders, and also offers Botox and filler treatments for medical and aesthetic purposes.

Pediatric / Strabismus / Neuro-ophthalmology Division

The Pediatric/Strabismus/Neuro-ophthalmology Division delivers early intervention for refractive errors and amblyopia, precision strabismus surgery, and collaborative care for optic neuropathies and neuro-ocular syndromes.

Evidence-Based, Research-Driven Practice

Our department actively advances opthalmic care through academic research and multidisciplinary collaboration.

We lead numerous clinical studies in retinal diseases, glaucoma progression, big data analytics, and artificial intelligence-assisted diagnostics.

As a tertiary referral center, we actively contribute to multicenter research networks and national health databases. Our team publish in top-tier journals and regularly present at international conferences.

Collaborating with geneticists, radiologists, neurologists, and pediatricians, we deliver comprehensive care in complex and rare conditions. By integrating clinical care with scientific excellence, we strive to improve patient outcomes and drive innovation in ophthalmology.