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Dr. So Young Lee: Best in Seoul, South Korea

Dr. So Young Lee

, Seoul, South Korea

15 Years of experience

Speaks: English

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BIOGRAPHY

Condition treated by Dr. So Young Lee

Dr So Young Lee has effectively treated a number of ENT conditions with high success rate and accuracy. Some of the conditions treated by the doctor are

  • Goiter
  • Profound Deafness
  • Head and Neck Cancer
  • Irregular Shape and Size of the Ear
  • Thyroid Cancer
  • Deviated Nasal Septum
  • Nasal Polyps
  • Radiation Necrosis in Neck
  • Hearing Loss
  • Throat Cancer
  • Laryngeal Cancer
  • Neck Injury
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Perforates Eardrum

Surgery is effective for the treatment of hearing loss, tonsillitis, and nasal polyps. Cochlear implant is advised in case of severe hearing loss. Surgery can be done to remove the tonsils through a tonsillectomy. Nasal polyp removal surgery is done through a technique called Endoscopic Sinus Surgery.

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr. So Young Lee

The below-listed signs and symptoms may appear due to ENT conditions:

  • Throat Conditions (Infections, Disorders)
  • Ear Conditions (Infections, Disorders)
  • Nose Conditions (Infections, Disorders)

ENT conditions might produce different signs and symptoms in different people. Also, a particular condition can lead to different symptoms in different individuals. Your physician will refer you to an ENT specialist if you show symptoms specific to the ear, nose, and throat. The specialist will perform tests to diagnose the condition.

Operating Hours of Dr. So Young Lee

Dr So Young Lee can be consulted between 11 am and 5 pm from Monday-Saturday. The doctor does not see patients on Sunday.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. So Young Lee

Dr. So Young Lee is a renowned ENT surgeon who performs a variety of procedures given below:

  • Ear Surgery (Pinnaplasty)
  • Tympanoplasty
  • Nasal Polyp Surgery

Sinusitis is a very common ENT problem treated through surgery. Sinus surgery aims to open the pathways of the sinuses to clear blockages. This is the best option for people with sinus infections and for people having abnormal sinus structure.

Qualification

  • M.D.Catholic University of Korea, College of Medicine
  • Intern, St. Marys Hospital, Department of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Past Experiences

  • Clinical Professor, St. Marys Hospital
  • Training, Yale New Haven Hospital, Yale University
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
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MEMBERSHIPS (2)

  • Full Member, Korean Society of Otorhinolaryngology-head and Neck Surgery
  • Full Member, Korean Rhinologic Society

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PROCEDURES

  • Ear Surgery (Pinnaplasty)
  • Nasal Polyp Surgery
  • Tympanoplasty

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. So Young Lee have?
Dr. So Young Lee is a specialized ENT Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Seoul, South Korea.
Does Dr. So Young Lee offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. So Young Lee have?
Dr. So Young Lee is one of the most sought after specialists in South Korea and has over 15 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to ENT Surgeon

What does an ENT surgeon do?

Otolaryngologists (also known as ENT surgeons) are responsible for the diagnosis and management of diseases of head and neck and mainly the ears, nose and throat (ENT). They are trained to do surgery. For the evaluation of your condition, you have to get certain tests done which may include the following:

  • Throat Culture Test
  • Nasal Endoscopy
  • Otoscopy

Tympanometry is used to evaluate the condition of the middle ear eardrum and the bones by creating air pressure in the ear canal. It helps in determining the function of the middle ear.

When should you go to see an ENT surgeon?

A person needs to consult an ENT surgeon in case of below situations:

  1. Sore throat, sinus pain, ear aches
  2. Snoring that is linked with breathing problems
  3. Tinnitus (ringing sound in your ears)
  4. Vertigo, problems with your balance, dizziness
  5. Losing hearing, voice or sense of smell
  6. Blockage in the airway
  7. Difficulty swallowing
  8. Deformities affecting the neck and head
  9. Nasal congestion and nose bleeds

An ENT specialist is an appropriate doctor to discuss disorders of the throat, ears, nose, head, and neck, including growths and infection. Some ENT specialists also specialize in allergies and their association with sinus issues. If you show any of the symptoms listed above, make sure you book an appointment with an ENT specialist.