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Dr. Kang Duk Hyun

Dr. Kang Duk Hyun

Cardiologist ·
, Seoul, South Korea

30 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Korean , English

Kang Duk Hyun is currently available for hospital consultations. Explore online consultation options or book an in-person visit.

About Dr. Kang Duk Hyun

Conditions treated by Dr Kang Duk Hyun

Please find listed below the many conditions that Dr. Kang Duk Hyun treats:

  • Blocked Arteries
  • Bradycardia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Coronary Artery Disease
  • Angina
  • Tachycardia
  • Cardiac Arrhythmias

Interventional procedures are required for people with structural heart conditions so that they can live a healthy life. Modern technology and world class equipments help the doctor ensure that the right treatment is provided to patients with these issues. Quality post procedural care is a sign of the patient focused approach by the doctors who ensure that such conditions find the right solution.

Signs to look for before visiting Dr Kang Duk Hyun

Please see symptoms present in patients with non-coronary cardiovascular or structural diseases:

  • Palpitations
  • Dizziness
  • Chest Pain
  • Shortness of breathe
  • High Blood Pressure

Fatigue and chest pain are a sign that the person needs immediate solution to their heart condition. A continuous high blood pressure should be monitored regularly and is usually a sign of a structural issue in the heart. Kidney dysfunction is also the result of lingering structural heart issues in a patient.

Operating Hours of Dr Kang Duk Hyun

The operating hours of the doctor are between 10 am to 7 pm, Monday to Saturday. The patient reviews of the doctor make it clear that this is a skillful and efficient interventional cardiologist.`

Popular Prcedures Performed by Dr Kang Duk Hyun

Here is the list of the popular procedures that Dr. Kang Duk Hyun performs::

  • Pacemaker Implantation Surgery
  • EPS & RFA
  • Angiography (Including Non-Ionic Contrast)
  • Angioplasty

Stent placement, angioplasty and atherectomy are a long sought after solution provided by interventional cardiologists to patients having blocked arteries. In order to resolve the issue of abnormal heart rhythms another very common procedure that is performed is the insertion of the pacemaker and defibrillator.

Qualification

  • 1994-1999, Seoul National University Doctor of Medicine
  • 1991-1993, Seoul National University Master of Medicine
  • 1981-1987, Seoul National University, Bachelor of Medicine

Work Experiences

  • 2014-2017, Seoul Asan Hospital Heart Hospital Heart Image Center Director
  • 2007, Present Professor of Cardiology, Ulsan University School of Medicine
  • 2003-2007, Associate Professor, Department of Cardiology, College of Medicine, Ulsan University
  • 1999-2000, Duke Medical Center Research Professor
  • 1998-2002, Assistant Professor, Department of Cardiology, College of Medicine, Ulsan University
  • 1996-1998, Full-time instructor at the Department of Cardiology, Ulsan University School of Medicine
  • 1994-1996, Seoul Asan Hospital Heart Medicine Clinical Instructor (Full-time, Fellow)
  • 1988-1991, Seoul National University Hospital (Resident)

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Procedures Performed

Angiography (Including Non-Ionic Contrast)
Angioplasty
Balloon mitral valvotomy
Cardiac catheterization
CRT - D
CRT - P
EPS & RFA
Glenn procedure
Impella
Intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP)
Pacemaker Implantation Surgery
Pulmonary Valve Replacement

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Kang Duk Hyun is a specialized Interventional Cardiologist and is one of the most sought after doctors in Seoul, South Korea.

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

Dr. Kang Duk Hyun is one of the most sought after specialists in South Korea and has over 30 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Interventional Cardiologist

Diagnostic and screening tests are prescribed or performed by interventional cardiologists to find the right solution for your heart condition. In addition to this the interventional cardiologists performs a wide variety of procedures to treat your cardiovascular and structural heart conditions. When faced with emergency cardiac conditions like heart attacks, the doctor can help manage it with their teams. Please make sure that you do not waste time or let your distress linger and consult the doctor when faced with pain or discomfort which indicates a heart condition.

We have outlined for you the several tests that are important before and during consultation with an Interventional Cardiologist:

  • Myocardial Perfusion Imaging (MPI)
  • Cardiac Computed Tomography
  • Exercise Stress
  • Echocardiogram

The right treatment can be decided by the doctor basis the recommended tests and their results. The blood vessel and heart health become apparent after the test results come in.

A balanced lifestyle including a healthy diet, exercise, not smoking or drinking helps in keeping your heart healthy. Interventional cardiology techniques can help resolve the structural defects in your heart or cardiovascular issues if any. Interventional cardiologists treat heart conditions with catheter-based treatments which are non surgical. In case the usual changes in your diet and lifetsyle do not help then you can visit this specialty of doctor.

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