Kyung Hee Kim

Dr. Kyung Hee Kim is the Director of the Heart Transplantation Center and Head of Cardiology at Incheon Sejong Hospital. She is among the few Korean cardiologists appointed to the American Heart Association Clinical Cardiology Membership Committee. This specialist completed research training at the Mayo Clinic in the United States.

Clinical Specialization & Treatment

Dr. Kim treats advanced heart failure and performs heart transplant management. She uses mechanical circulatory support including ventricular assist devices (VAD) and ECMO – a machine that takes over the work of the heart and lungs. The specialist treats complex cardiomyopathies, pulmonary hypertension, and genetic heart disorders. Her practice also covers valvular heart disease and adult congenital heart conditions.

The doctor performs diagnostic and interventional procedures:

• Coronary angiography
• Carotid angioplasty and stenting
• Transluminal arterial angioplasty (PTA)
• Covered stent placement
• Enhanced External Counterpulsation (EECP) – a non-invasive therapy that uses pressure cuffs on the legs to increase blood flow to the heart
• Advanced echocardiography and carotid ultrasound

Academic Background & International Training

• Seoul National University College of Medicine – Medical Degree (MD)
• Seoul National University College of Medicine – Master’s Degree (MS)
• Seoul National University College of Medicine – Doctoral Degree (PhD)
• Mayo Clinic, USA – International Research Fellowship
• Advanced clinical training in cardiology at cardiovascular centers

Professional Leadership & Research

Dr. Kim leads multidisciplinary teams at Incheon Sejong Hospital involving cardiac surgery and imaging. She develops clinical protocols and educational programs for critical cardiac care. The specialist contributes to national and international guidelines for heart failure treatment. She also participates in developing practice standards for pulmonary hypertension management.

Memberships

• American Heart Association (AHA) – Clinical Cardiology Membership Committee
• International professional societies for pulmonary hypertension and heart failure
• National cardiology societies in the Republic of Korea