Dr.Min Hee Ryu – Best Costs, Reviews – Book Your Consultation

Professional Experience

Dr. Min-Hee Ryu combines clinical excellence with innovation and global academic engagement.

• Founder and Chief Surgeon at RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea.
• Performs hundreds of facial rejuvenation and contouring surgeries annually.
• Specializes in advanced facelift methods that preserve natural expressions while providing structural lift.
• Invited lecturer and live surgery demonstrator in more than 15 countries, including the United States, Singapore, and Australia.
• Presented “Deep Plane Facelift in Asian Patients” at Mayo Clinic in 2023.

Academic Contributions

Dr. Ryu contributes significantly to plastic surgery education, anatomical research, and scholarly publishing.

• Faculty of MAFAC (Mendelson Advanced Facial Anatomy Course), teaching dissection-based facial anatomy to surgeons worldwide.
• Editorial Board Member of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery journal.
• Author of numerous peer-reviewed articles on facelift techniques, nerve preservation, and SMAS anatomy.
• Frequent speaker at OSAPS (Oriental Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery) and MAPACS conferences.

Areas of Expertise

Dr. Ryu’s professional focus is on advanced facial rejuvenation techniques that deliver elegant, long-lasting, and natural-looking results.

• Deep plane facelift and neck lift — comprehensive rejuvenation of sagging skin and deeper tissue layers.
• Blepharoplasty — upper and lower eyelid surgery for rejuvenation and functional correction.
• Facial fat grafting — restoring lost volume with precise micro-fat injections.
• Facial contouring — customized procedures to refine jawline, cheekbones, and facial harmony.
• Revision facelift surgery — correcting results from previous procedures with improved anatomical precision.

Publications and Research

Dr. Ryu has authored and co-authored several important research papers in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery journals. His work focuses on facelift anatomy and surgical safety for Asian patients.

• “Preserving Orbicularis Branches of the Zygomatic Nerve in Facelift Surgery” — introduced safer techniques for nerve protection during facelift.
• “The Inclusion of Orbicularis Oculi Muscle in the SMAS Flap in Asian Facelift” — explained the anatomical adaptation of Western facelift methods to Asian features.
• “High SMAS Facelift with Finger-Assisted Dissection in Asian Patients” — outlined modifications to achieve natural results with minimal trauma.

He continues to publish new clinical findings and serves as a peer reviewer for international journals.

Patient Care Philosophy

Dr. Ryu’s practice is guided by precision, empathy, and respect for each patient’s individuality. His patient-centered philosophy ensures both comfort and trust throughout the surgical journey.

• Focuses on open communication and realistic goal setting.
• Believes in achieving harmony, not exaggeration, in facial rejuvenation.
• Applies anatomical knowledge to ensure natural facial motion and longevity of results.
• Provides full support for international patients, including English consultation and care coordination.
• Patients often report minimal pain, rapid recovery, and high satisfaction with postoperative care.

Professional Affiliations

• Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons (KSPRS)
• American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
• American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS)
• International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS)
• Editorial Board Member — Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (Springer Journal)
• Faculty Member — MAFAC (Mendelson Advanced Facial Anatomy Course)

FAQs

Is Dr. Min-Hee Ryu board-certified?

Yes. He is a board-certified plastic surgeon accredited by the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons.

What types of surgeries does he perform?

He performs deep plane facelifts, neck lifts, blepharoplasty, fat grafting, and facial contouring procedures.

Does Dr. Ryu accept international patients?

Yes. RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul provides personalized assistance for international patients, including English consultations and post-operative support.

How long is the recovery time after surgery?

Most facelift patients recover within 1–2 weeks, with visible improvements continuing for several months as swelling subsides.

What languages does Dr. Ryu speak?

He speaks Korean and offers English consultations through his clinic’s international patient team.

What makes Dr. Ryu’s facelift technique unique?

He uses deep plane dissection techniques adapted for Asian facial anatomy, preserving natural motion and ensuring long-lasting, balanced rejuvenation.

Where is RNWOOD Plastic Surgery located?

The clinic is located in Apgujeong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul — a central district known for world-class medical care and aesthetic excellence.