Lee Sang Gu

Lee Sang-Gu is the President of the Korean Spinal Cord Society and a neurosurgeon. He is the Honorary Director of Neurosurgery at Naeun Hospital. Dr. Lee treats spinal tumors and complex cervical spine conditions. He performs these treatments using minimally invasive techniques.

Specialization and Surgical Focus

Dr. Lee treats various conditions including spinal stenosis – a narrowing of the spaces within the spine that puts pressure on nerves. He also treats herniated disks, spinal cord abscesses, spine cysts, and cervical spondylosis. The doctor performs minimally invasive spine surgery to reduce recovery times. Additionally, he provides evaluation for head trauma and medical disability assessments.

Professional Experience

• Honorary Director, Department of Neurosurgery, Naeun Hospital
• Former Chief of Neurosurgery, Korea Veterans Hospital
• Former Director, Spine Center, Gachon University Gil Medical Center
• Former Professor of Neurosurgery, Gachon University Gil Medical Center

Education and Academic Background

Dr. Lee earned his medical degree and PhD from the Hanyang University College of Medicine. He has contributed to clinical research and academic instruction as a professor.

Leadership and Recognition

Dr. Lee has held several executive roles in South Korea. He was listed in Marquis Who’s Who in 2010 for his professional contributions.

Executive Roles

Dr. Lee has served as:

• President, Korean Spinal Cord Society
• Former President, Korean Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Society (KOMISS)
• Former President, Korean Medical Appraisal Society
• Former President, Korean Peripheral Nerve Society
• Executive Director, Korean Neurosurgical Society
• Executive Director, Korean Neurotraumatology Society
• Executive Director, Korean Spinal Neurosurgery Society
• Vice President, Korean Spinal Cord Society

Memberships

• Full Member, North American Spine Society (NASS)
• Committee Member, AOSpine Asia Pacific