Korea SUi Plastic Surgery

Expert Profile

Dr. Ahn Tae-joo is a senior expert in the field of plastic surgery in South Korea, possessing a profound academic background and extensive clinical experience. As the former Director of Galm Han Plastic Surgery and an adjunct professor at圣母 Hospital, he has not only achieved deep expertise in clinical surgeries but has also long been dedicated to education, scientific research, and international academic exchanges in the field of plastic surgery.

Academic Appointments and International Influence

Dr. Ahn Tae-joo holds important positions in multiple authoritative international plastic surgery organizations, actively participating in the formulation of industry standards and academic promotion. His professional influence transcends national borders, with key appointments including:

• American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) Core Member: Served as a member of the Membership Recruitment, Compliance, and Development Committee, Education and Membership Management Committee, and previously as Vice-Chairman of a subcommittee. He also concurrently served as a member of the ASPS Continuing Education Committee and the Annual Meeting Educational Program Committee.
• Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons (KSPRS) Key Figure: Served as a member of the International Affairs Committee, International Collaboration Committee, Review Committee, Certification Committee, Academic Committee, Scientific Programs Committee, and Research and Academic Committee.
• Journal Editor and Peer Reviewer: Served as an editorial board member for AAPS (Archives of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery) and a peer reviewer for APS (Archives of Plastic Surgery), strictly controlling academic quality and promoting theoretical development in the discipline.
• Other Important Academic Identities: Member and Scientific Programs Committee member of the Korean Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (KSAPS); Education and Research Committee member and Academic Committee member of the Korean Society of Plastic Surgery.

Professional Field and Academic Contributions

With profound accumulation in fields such as eyelid plastic surgery, Dr. Ahn Tae-joo served as the Chair of the First Asian Eyelid Plastic Surgery Forum, demonstrating his professional leadership in delicate eye plastic surgery. Upholding a rigorous medical attitude, he has continuously promoted the standardization and internationalization of plastic surgery technologies through participation in numerous educational and research projects of ASPS and KSPRS.