Ophthalmology

Dream Eye Center

Trusted vision correction center in Gangnam with 25 years of experience and over 40,000 successful surgeries.

Led by Dr. Koo Tae-Hyung
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4.8★

Dream Eye Center is one of Seoul's most established ophthalmology clinics, performing vision correction surgery since 2000. All three directors trained at Catholic University of Korea's St. Seoul Mary's Hospital and are owner-operators — there are no salaried doctors, so every patient is treated directly by a director. The clinic specializes in LASIK, LASEK, ATO SMILE, ICL, presbyopia, and cataract surgery, with 19 customized procedure options tailored to each patient's corneal structure and lifestyle. Over 5,000 international patients from more than 30 countries have chosen Dream Eye Center, supported by three English-fluent surgeons and a six-member global care team. The clinic is a U.S. Forces Korea Alliance Partner, Seoul Medical Tourism Alliance Partner, and an approved Korean Ophthalmologists Association clinic. Every patient receives a personalized 1:1 examination, and Dream offers a lifelong aftercare program following surgery. Located on the 14th floor of Mijin Plaza at Gangnam Station Exit 1, the…

All Treatments

  • ATO SMILE

    Dream Eye Center's signature minimally invasive procedure with fast recovery, precise astigmatism correction, and high-quality vision outcomes.

    • Minimally Invasive
    • Premium
    • Signature
    • ₩2,200,000
    • 30 min
    • 1–3 days
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  • LASIK Surgery

    Flap-based laser vision correction offering fast recovery and long-term clarity for myopia and astigmatism.

    • Myopia
    • Astigmatism
    • ₩1,500,000
    • 30 min
    • 1–2 days
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  • LASEK Surgery

    Surface laser correction suitable for thinner corneas and active lifestyles.

    • Thin Cornea
    • Safety
    • ₩1,300,000
    • 30 min
    • 4–7 days
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  • Less Pain LASEK

    Dream's advanced LASEK technique with significantly reduced pain and faster recovery than traditional LASEK.

    • Reduced Pain
    • Fast Recovery
    • ₩1,500,000
    • 30 min
    • 3–5 days
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  • Astigmatism Correction LASIK/LASEK

    Precision correction targeting astigmatism for consistently sharp, high-quality vision.

    • Astigmatism
    • Precision
    • ₩1,500,000
    • 30 min
    • 1–7 days
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  • Good Night Vision LASIK/LASEK

    Optimized for clear and comfortable day-and-night vision, reducing glare and halos.

    • Night Vision
    • Glare Reduction
    • ₩1,500,000
    • 30 min
    • 1–7 days
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  • High Myopia Program

    Specialized decision-doctor program for high and extreme high myopia with tailored surgical solutions.

    • High Myopia
    • Specialist
    • ₩2,000,000
    • 45 min
    • 3–7 days
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  • Re-operation / Enhancement

    Revision surgery for patients who have had prior vision correction and need further refinement.

    • Revision
    • Enhancement
    • ₩1,500,000
    • 45 min
    • 3–7 days
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  • ICL (Implantable Contact Lens)

    Reversible lens implantation by expert surgeons with extensive ICL experience, ideal for high myopia and complex prescriptions.

    • High Myopia
    • Reversible
    • Premium
    • ₩4,500,000
    • 45 min
    • 3–5 days
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  • Clear Lens Exchange

    Replacement of the natural lens to correct vision and prevent future cataracts, using premium multifocal lenses.

    • Presbyopia
    • Premium Lenses
    • ₩5,000,000
    • 60 min
    • 5–7 days
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  • Presbyopia Correction

    Customized solutions for age-related near-vision loss, including multifocal and extended-depth-of-focus lenses.

    • Presbyopia
    • Multifocal
    • ₩4,000,000
    • 60 min
    • 5–7 days
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  • Cataract Surgery (Standard Lens)

    Safe removal of the cloudy lens with clear monofocal vision restoration.

    • Cataract
    • Clarity
    • ₩2,500,000
    • 45 min
    • 5–7 days
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  • Cataract Surgery (Premium Multifocal Lens)

    Enhanced vision at multiple distances using Panoptix and other premium lens technology.

    • Multifocal
    • Panoptix
    • Premium
    • ₩4,500,000
    • 60 min
    • 5–7 days
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  • Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery

    Femtosecond laser cataract surgery for greater precision and faster healing.

    • Laser
    • Premium
    • Precision
    • ₩5,000,000
    • 60 min
    • 5–7 days
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  • Comprehensive Eye Examination

    Full diagnostic assessment including retina, cornea, and intraocular pressure analysis.

    • Screening
    • Diagnostics
    • ₩80,000
    • 40 min
    • None
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  • Dry Eye Treatment Program

    Customized therapy for chronic dryness, digital eye strain, and post-surgical dry eye.

    • Dry Eye
    • Comfort
    • ₩150,000
    • 30 min
    • None
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  • Dream Lens (Orthokeratology)

    Overnight contact lenses that gently reshape the cornea for clear daytime vision without surgery.

    • Non-Surgical
    • Myopia Control
    • ₩500,000
    • 30 min
    • None
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  • Corneal Collagen Cross-Linking

    Strengthens corneal structure to halt progressive keratoconus or post-surgical ectasia.

    • Keratoconus
    • Corneal Stability
    • ₩1,500,000
    • 60 min
    • 3–5 days
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Access

14F, Mijin Plaza, 390 Gangnam-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul 06232, South Korea (Gangnam Station Exit 1) · Near Gangnam – Line 2 / Shinbundang Line (Exit 1), 1 min walk · Mijin Plaza Building, 14th Floor

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Team

Dr. Koo Tae-Hyung headshot

Dr. Koo Tae-Hyung

Director / M.D. / Ph.D. · Clinic Directors

Dr. Koo trained at Catholic University of Korea and completed his ophthalmology residency at St. Seoul Mary's Hospital before helping establish Dream Eye Center over 25 years ago. He has a particular focus on ATO SMILE, ICL implantation, and presbyopia correction using Panoptix lenses, and is recognized as a Premier Doctor for both Amaris Red and Panoptix platforms. He holds a faculty appointment at Catholic University of Korea and is a member of both KSCRS and ASCRS.

  • Korean, English
  • ATO SMILE, ICL, LASIK, LASEK, Presbyopia
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Dr. Jung Choong-Ki headshot

Dr. Jung Choong-Ki

Director / M.D. / Ph.D.

Dr. Jung brings over two decades of surgical experience to Dream Eye Center, where he focuses on refractive surgery, ICL, and cataract procedures. He trained at Catholic University of Korea and St. Seoul Mary's Hospital, and serves as a designated Aviation Medical Examiner. Recognized internationally, he is listed in the ABI biographical dictionary and holds memberships in both KSCRS and ASCRS.

  • Korean, English
  • Refractive Surgery, ICL, LASIK, LASEK, Cataract
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Dr. Hu Yung-Jae

Director / M.D. / Ph.D.

Dr. Hu is one of Dream Eye Center's three founding directors, with deep expertise in ATO SMILE and refractive surgery. Like his colleagues, he trained at Catholic University of Korea and St. Seoul Mary's Hospital, and also serves as an Aviation Medical Examiner. He is listed in the ABI biographical dictionary and is a member of KSCRS and ASCRS.

  • Korean, English
  • ATO SMILE, ICL, LASIK, LASEK, Refractive Surgery
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