Professional Experience
- Current Position: Colorectal Surgeon, Korea University Anam Hospital, Seoul
- Clinical Focus: Treats colorectal and rectal cancers and recurrent colorectal disease
- Surgical Demonstrations: Performed international live surgeries in Hong Kong, India, Singapore, and Sydney
Academic Contributions
- Provides surgical training in minimally invasive and robotic colorectal procedures internationally
- Active researcher in colorectal oncology, including lymph node dissection and biomarker studies
- Lectures at endoscopic and laparoscopic surgery workshops across Asia
Areas of Expertise
- Colorectal and Rectal Cancer: Diagnosis and surgical treatment, including recurrent disease
- Minimally Invasive & Robotic Surgery: Laparoscopic D3 resections, robotic low anterior resections
- Lateral Pelvic Lymph Node Dissection: Specialized surgery for stage-specific rectal cancer
- Ileostomy Repair & Reconstruction: Post-cancer surgical recovery procedures
Publications and Research
Dr. Kim has authored multiple peer-reviewed studies focused on colorectal cancer outcomes and surgical techniques:
He co-authored research on laparoscopic D3 oncological resections for splenic flexure cancer, demonstrating favorable long-term survival outcomes.
Another study found reduced lung metastasis rates with robotic versus laparoscopic approaches for rectal cancer post-chemoradiotherapy.
He contributed to literature on minimally invasive multivisceral resection for advanced colorectal cancers, supporting safety and feasibility.
Patient Care Philosophy
- Emphasizes precision and compassion in cancer surgery.
- Commits to minimally invasive techniques to improve recovery.
- Supports international patients with structured pre- and post-operative guidance.
- Values patient education and informed decision-making.
Professional Affiliations
- Lifetime member, Korean Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons
- Academic member, Korean Society of Gastroenterology
- Lifetime member, Korean Society of Surgery & Korean Society of Endoscopy and Laparoscopy
- Board member, Asia Pacific Endo‑Lap Surgery Group (APELS) since 2014
- Honorary Specialist status, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Australia
FAQs
- Is Dr. Kim Jin board-certified?
- Yes. He holds medical licensing in South Korea and holds honorary specialist status from Royal Prince Alfred Hospital.
- What types of surgeries does he perform?
- He performs colorectal and rectal cancer resections, including minimally invasive, robotic, and lymph node dissection techniques.
- Does he treat international patients?
- Yes. As part of Korea University Anam Hospital, he supports international patients through coordinated medical care and translation services.
- How long is the typical hospital stay?
- The stay depends on the procedure; laparoscopic and robotic surgeries often allow shorter stays than open surgery.
- What languages does he speak?
- Dr. Kim communicates in Korean, and English support is available through the hospital’s international coordination team.
- How long has he practiced?
- He has over 22 years of clinical experience in colorectal surgery.
