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A personalized premium aesthetic journey that prioritizes natural beauty and safety, trusted by patients worldwide.
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The Best Plastic Surgeon in Korea

Dr. Myung Ju Lee, M.D., Ph.D.
Specializing in deep plane facelift, neck lift, and rhinoplasty
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VIP Aftercare Program

VIP Philosophy

Dr. Myung Ju Lee, the chief surgeon at VIP Plastic Surgery Korea, defines his surgical philosophy with a single word: harmony. This documentary traces how his early life, personal values, and international training influenced an approach centered on safety, responsibility, and long-term patient well-being. For Dr. Lee, surgery is not about transformation alone, but about supporting patients as they rediscover self-confidence and move toward a more fulfilling, wellness-oriented life.
VIP Philosophy
Founder and Chief Surgeon

Dr. Myung Ju Lee

Dr. Myung Ju Lee M.D., Ph.D. is a prominent board-certified Plastic
Surgeon, widely recognized for his contributions to Korean Plastic Surgery, specializing in deep plane facelift, rib cartilage rhinoplasty, and body contouring surgeries. He is the founder and director of VIP Plastic Surgery Korea based in Jeju, South Korea. He is recognized both in his homeland and internationally, as one of the most respected plastic surgeons today.

Ever since he became a full-fledged plastic surgeon, Dr. Lee has held professorial and chief surgeon positions in various universities and hospitals. Dr. Lee and The VIP team have acquired more than 25 years of clinical experience and have performed over 20,000 successful surgical procedures without any malpractice. He had performed many ‘FIRST’ procedures in Korea such as Autologous Rib Cartilage Rhinoplasty and Extended Deep Plane Facelift.

About Dr. Lee
Years

29

Medical Accident

Zero

Facelifts Performed

2,000+

Rhinoplasty Performed

3,000+

2026

Recipient of the Minister of
Health and Wellness Award

Academic Activity

  • Dr. Myung Ju Lee BAPS presentation
    International Lecture: Advances in Deep Plane Facelift Surgery (ISAPS Singapore 2025)
    Airport pick-up and comfortable accommodation arranged for a seamless start to your recovery.
  • ISAPS presentation
    International Lecture: Advances in Deep Plane Facelift Surgery (ISAPS Singapore 2025)
    Airport pick-up and comfortable accommodation arranged for a seamless start to your recovery.
  • International Lecture: Advances in Deep Plane Facelift Surgery (ISAPS Singapore 2025)
    Airport pick-up and comfortable accommodation arranged for a seamless start to your recovery.
  • International Lecture: Advances in Deep Plane Facelift Surgery (ISAPS Singapore 2025)
    Airport pick-up and comfortable accommodation arranged for a seamless start to your recovery.
  • International Lecture: Advances in Deep Plane Facelift Surgery (ISAPS Singapore 2025)
    Airport pick-up and comfortable accommodation arranged for a seamless start to your recovery.
  • International Lecture: Advances in Deep Plane Facelift Surgery (ISAPS Singapore 2025)
    Airport pick-up and comfortable accommodation arranged for a seamless start to your recovery.
  • International Lecture: Advances in Deep Plane Facelift Surgery (ISAPS Singapore 2025)
    Airport pick-up and comfortable accommodation arranged for a seamless start to your recovery.
  • International Lecture: Advances in Deep Plane Facelift Surgery (ISAPS Singapore 2025)
    Airport pick-up and comfortable accommodation arranged for a seamless start to your recovery.
  • International Lecture: Advances in Deep Plane Facelift Surgery (ISAPS Singapore 2025)
    Airport pick-up and comfortable accommodation arranged for a seamless start to your recovery.
  • International Lecture: Advances in Deep Plane Facelift Surgery (ISAPS Singapore 2025)
    Airport pick-up and comfortable accommodation arranged for a seamless start to your recovery.
  • International Lecture: Advances in Deep Plane Facelift Surgery (ISAPS Singapore 2025)
    Airport pick-up and comfortable accommodation arranged for a seamless start to your recovery.
  • International Lecture: Advances in Deep Plane Facelift Surgery (ISAPS Singapore 2025)
    Airport pick-up and comfortable accommodation arranged for a seamless start to your recovery.
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon

Dr. Yongwoo Lee, M.D.

Dr. Yongwoo Lee, M.D., is an esteemed board-certified Korean plastic surgeon specializing in facial rejuvenation surgeries. With years of clinical experience at Busan University Hospital as a clinical professor, he has earned a reputation for precision and exceptional outcomes.



Known for his passionate dedication and attentive bedside manner, Dr. Lee has an exceptional ability to understand patients’ desires and turn them into detailed, natural results. He holds degrees from the University of Michigan – Ann Arbor and Busan National University College of Medicine, and is an active member of KSAPS, KSPRS, and ISAPS. As a core surgeon at VIP Plastic Surgery Korea, he continues to advance both patient care and academic research.

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Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon

Dr. Seog Keun Yoo, M.D.

Dr. Seog Keun Yoo is a board-certified plastic surgeon with over 20 years of experience in facial and body plastic surgery. Having completed an International Craniofacial Fellowship at UCLA, he brings both global expertise and seasoned surgical judgment to his specialties in blepharoplasty and facial rejuvenation surgeries, leading the operating room at VIP Plastic Surgery as a senior surgeon.



Known for his warm, attentive approach, Dr. Yoo listens closely to each patient’s concerns and goals, ensuring their desires are fully understood and beautifully realized. His decades of experience and meticulous technique make him one of the most trusted surgeons at VIP.

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Art in the field
of medical science

VIP, The Art of Healing Well

Where the Journey Slows Down

On Jeju Island, time moves differently. Surrounded by open landscapes and clean air, patients step away from everyday noise and begin their journey in a place made for rest. This is where the mind settles, and healing quietly begins.
What Makes VIP Different

Designed for Rest, Created for Healing

At VIP Plastic Surgery, comfort is carefully considered. From calm, spacious interiors to a thoughtfully planned recovery environment, every detail is designed to help patients feel safe, relaxed, and supported, so recovery feels natural, not rushed.

Experience VIP, Beyond Surgery

Our integrative wellness programmes take you on an insightful journey to bring you back into balance and find your individual state of flourishing. Every programme addresses the totality of your wellbeing through rest, nutrition, lifestyle, and therapies.
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Arrival & Stay

Airport pick-up and comfortable accommodation arranged for a seamless start to your recovery.

Wellness Support

Nutritious, chef-prepared meals and wellness care to support healing and balance.

Wellness Support

Nutritious, chef-prepared meals and wellness care to support healing and balance.
VIP Patient Testimonial
  • There are many talented plastic surgeons in the U.S., but my experience in Korea was something special. The care I received at VIP — especially as someone with a medical condition — was exceptional. 

    Wendy
    USA
  • I highly recommend VIP Clinic for anyone who is looking for a complete package of a luxury and stress-free makeover journey.

    Wendy
    USA
  • From pick up from Seoul, to Jeju, and the time I spent while healing was an experience in itself. The care and honesty meant a lot to me. A very talented doctor and a great team.

    Wendy
    USA
  • VIP staff exemplify exactly how they treat every single patient as a VIP. Dr.Lee’s boutique clinic enables personalized care, thus resulting in maximum satisfaction.

    Wendy
    USA
  • I am so happy with my results, and yes, my research was correct – Dr.Lee is the BEST rhinoplasty surgeon!

    Wendy
    USA
  • I’ve had several surgical procedures in my lifetime, so it’s not hyperbole when I say that Dr. Myung Ju Lee is one of the best surgeons for facial plastic surgery.

    Wendy
    USA
  • Dr.Lee is not only a gifted surgeon and an artist, but also operates with a very high degree of integrity and care.

    Wendy
    USA
  • I felt like I was at home. Every day, I had dressings for check-ups with Dr. Lee or Dr. Kim, even on holidays and Saturdays. 

    Wendy
    USA
  • Every aspect of the recovery process was taken into consideration, from the food and room service to the oxygen therapy, daily facials, and even ways to motivate patients to get up and move around.

    Wendy
    USA
  • Accommodation, transfer, post-surgery care, and post-surgery treatment – taken care of by the clinic. You always stay within the same building.

    Wendy
    USA
  • You all welcomed me with open arms and warm hospitality into your clinic, and made my stay extremely enjoyable and amazing. 

    Wendy
    USA
  • I was blown away by the attentiveness of the staff and the daily facials for post op healing. 

    Wendy
    USA

Our Services

At VIP, every patient receives a personalized plan built around their aesthetic goals. Expert surgeons bring together a full spectrum of care, from facial rejuvenation to body contouring and skin treatments, under one roof. VIP is especially recognized for facelift, rhinoplasty, and body contouring that prioritize balance, longevity, and individuality.

Face

Body

Facelift

Non-Surgical

VIP Facilities

At VIP Plastic Surgery, the environment is part of the care.
 Our clinic is designed to international medical standards, combining refined aesthetics with advanced medical facilities to ensure comfort, safety, and privacy for our global patients.

VIP Patient V-log

  • Rhinoplasty & Extended Deep Plane Facelift Transformation Video
    Rhinoplasty & Extended Deep Plane Facelift Transformation
  • Eyelid Surgery, Facelift, Necklift Before & After Video
    Eyelid Surgery, Facelift, Necklift Before & After
  • Caucasian Male Before After Extended Deep Plane Facelift and Deep Neck Surgery Video
    Caucasian Male Before After Extended Deep Plane Facelift and Deep Neck Surgery
  • Deep Plane Facelift for Asian Female Patient Video
    Deep Plane Facelift for Asian Female Patient
  • 2 Weeks Post-op Female Extended Deep Plane Facelift and Necklift Video
    2 Weeks Post-op Female Extended Deep Plane Facelift and Necklift

VIP Plastic Surgery Blog