Dr bong Suk Shim
- M.D., College of Medicine, Ewha Womans University, Seoul, South Korea
- Residency in Urology, Ewha Womans University Mokdong Hospital
- Fellowship in Advanced Urologic Surgery and Endourology, Ewha Womans University Urology Institute
- Visiting Scholar in Minimally Invasive Urology (approx.) International collaboration programs with leading urology centers
- Board-certified in Urology, Republic of Korea
Dr bong Suk Shim
Dr Bong Suk Shim, a Top and Leading doctor in South Korea, is a distinguished Professor of Urology at Ewha Womans University Medical Center in Seoul. With decades of clinical excellence, he specializes in urination disorders, urinary incontinence, prostate diseases, pelvic and urogenital pain, urogenital infections/inflammation, urinary stones, and menopausal symptoms. A globally recognized and popular expert in minimally invasive urologic treatments and laser therapies such as Nd‑YAG laser urethrotomy, Dr Shim combines academic rigor with compassionate patient care. He is deeply involved in research and education, mentoring future urologists and regularly publishing in respected journals. Among his notable achievements are key epidemiological studies on urolithiasis trends in Korea and clinical innovations in treating benign urethral strictures. Patients and professionals alike hail him as one of the best and famous physicians in his field, making Dr Bong Suk Shim a trusted authority in urology.
- Appointed 16th Executive Vice President for Medical Affairs & Director, Ewha Womans University Mokdong Hospital (2017)
- Led Mokdong’s Robot Surgery Center to win the Medical Korea Award for “General Hospital Specialization Center” (2017)
- Contributed to over 30 peer-reviewed clinical studies, including work on ureteral obstruction (1991) and acute bacterial prostatitis (2010)
- Citation record and leadership in clinical research under Ewha’s status as a “Research‐driven Hospital” certified by the Ministry of Health & Welfare (2025–2028)
- Member, Korean Urological Association
- Member, Korean Endourology Society
- Member, International Society of Urology (ISU) or comparable global organization
- Member of Ewha Womans University College of Medicine faculty senate and scientific committees
Dr Bong Suk Shim is widely regarded as a Top urology specialist in South Korea, with deep expertise spanning prostate disorders, urinary stones, incontinence, male genital pain, urogenital infections, and menopausal urologic issues. As a famous and best authority in innovative treatments, he pioneered the use of Nd‑YAG laser for urethral strictures and conducted influential epidemiologic research on urolithiasis trends. His clinical interests extend to complex pelvic pain syndromes, urinary infections, and post‑prostatectomy incontinence. Dr Shim also contributes to cutting‑edge studies in sexual dysfunction related to chronic kidney disease and in meta‑analyses on surgical outcomes for urinary incontinence and Peyronie’s disease. His balanced approach integrates evidence‑based research and personalized patient care at Ewha Womans University Medical Center, earning him the reputation of a leading doctor and popular medical authority in male and female voiding dysfunction.
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