Sungwon Cho

Dr. Sungwon Cho is a board-certified ophthalmologist and ZEISS SMILE Excellent Surgeon based in Seoul. He directs the ophthalmology department at Samsung Miracle Eye Clinic. He specializes in refractive surgery. The specialist has performed 9,000 operations throughout his career.

Vision Correction & Ophthalmology Focus

Dr. Cho performs modern laser vision correction. He uses SMILE, LASIK, and other refractive procedures to eliminate the need for glasses. The surgeon also treats cataract and glaucoma. He provides specialized care for uveitis and retinal detachment. Additionally, Dr. Cho uses corneal pachymetry — a test to measure corneal thickness — to assess surgical candidacy.

Professional Background

• Director of Ophthalmology – Samsung Miracle Eye Clinic, Gangnam, Seoul
• Former Director – Blue World Eye Clinic, South Korea
• Outpatient Ophthalmology Consultant – Inha University Hospital

Education and Training

• Bachelor’s Degree – Boston University, USA
• Residency in Ophthalmology – Korea University Anam Hospital
• Internship – Korea University Anam Hospital

Membership in Scientific Societies

Dr. Cho is a full member of several international and national medical bodies:

• American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
• European Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• American Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgery (ASCRS)
• Asia Pacific Association of Ophthalmologists (APAO)
• Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO)
• Korean Ophthalmological Association (KOA)
• Korean Ophthalmological Society (KOS)
• Korean Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgery (KSCRS)
• Korean External Eye Study Group (KEEDS)
• Korean Contact Lens Society (KCLS)
• Korean Medical Association