

Dr. Kim Hoon Yub is among the best general surgeons in South Korea renowned for endocrine and breast surgery in South Korea, recognized globally for his pioneering work in robotic transoral thyroidectomy and intraoperative neuromonitoring. With over 26 years of clinical and academic experience, he currently serves as Professor and Chief of the Division of Breast and Endocrine Surgery at Korea University Anam Hospital. Dr. Kim has authored more than 100 peer-reviewed articles and is widely respected for improving thyroid cancer surgery outcomes with minimal complications. He also plays a vital role in surgical education and research as Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Endocrine Surgery and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons.
Dr. Kim Hoon Yub is one of the top endocrine and breast surgeons in South Korea, specializing in thyroid and parathyroid diseases, tracheal and laryngeal cancer, and breast oncology. He is a leading expert in robotic and endoscopic thyroid surgery, especially the scar-free transoral thyroidectomy technique, which has drawn attention from surgeons worldwide. Dr. Kim’s advanced use of intraoperative neuromonitoring significantly reduces complications like vocal cord paralysis, making him a popular choice for thyroid surgery in Asia. He also has expertise in breast cancer surgery, reconstructive procedures, and complementary medicine including acupuncture and nutritional therapy, placing him among the best in the field for both precision and patient-centered care.