Dr. Myung Chul Lee

Professor Myung Chul Lee, MD, PhD

Professor Myung Chul Lee is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in Seoul, South Korea. He is known for knee ligament reconstruction, cartilage regeneration, osteotomy and knee replacement.

Professor and former Chairman of the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Seoul National University Hospital and Seoul National University College of Medicine.

The most recent official biography found dates from his 2017-2023 editorial board terms. His current clinical status could not be confirmed; contact Seoul National University Hospital before requesting an appointment.

Sports orthopedics repairs ligaments, cartilage and tendons so athletes and active people can return to the activities they love. Orthopedic surgeons are medical doctors who treat conditions of the bones, joints, ligaments, tendons and muscles.

About Professor Myung Chul Lee

• Full Name: Myung Chul Lee
• Credentials: MD, PhD (Orthopedic Surgery)
• Specialty: Orthopedic surgery
• Subspecialty: Knee surgery and sports medicine
• Affiliation: Seoul National University Hospital
• Languages: Not published
• Gender: Male
• New Patients: Not confirmed
• Telehealth: Not confirmed
• NPI: Not applicable (practices outside the United States)

Address and Contact

Seoul National University Hospital, Department of Orthopedic Surgery

• City: Seoul, South Korea
• Clinic Address and Phone: Not captured

Appointment requests can be sent through the Book An Appointment button on this page. Office hours and patient portal details are not listed here unless the practice publishes them. Contact details verified September 30, 2026.

Specialties and Education

His published areas of care and procedures include:

• Knee ligament reconstruction
• Cartilage regeneration
• Knee osteotomy
• Knee arthroplasty

Education and Training

• Medical School: MD, Seoul National University, 1983
• Doctorate: PhD in Orthopedic Surgery

Certifications, License and Affiliations

• Academic Appointment: Professor, Seoul National University College of Medicine
• Editorial: Editorial board, Annals of Joint (2017-2023)

Insurance

No current, verifiable insurance information was found. Seoul National University Hospital participates in Korea’s National Health Insurance system; international patients should contact the hospital directly.

Fees

Consultation fees, self-pay prices, payment methods and cancellation policy are not publicly listed. Ask the practice for current pricing when you book.

Professional Information

• President of the Asia-Pacific Knee, Arthroscopy and Sports Medicine Society (APKASS), 2017
• President of the Korean Knee Society (2017-2018)
• President-elect of the Korean Orthopedic Sports Medicine Society (2018-2019)
• More than 100 SCI-indexed papers

Reviews and Ratings

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Verification

Key details on this page were checked against the public sources below on September 30, 2026. Official hospital, university and society sources were used first.

• Annals of Joint editorial board profile

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Professor Myung Chul Lee known for?

Professor Myung Chul Lee is known for knee ligament reconstruction, cartilage regeneration, osteotomy and knee replacement.

Where does Professor Myung Chul Lee practice?

He is associated with the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Seoul National University Hospital in Seoul, South Korea. Confirm his current clinic schedule with the hospital.

What does an orthopedic surgeon do?

An orthopedic surgeon is a medical doctor who diagnoses and treats conditions of the bones, joints, ligaments, tendons and muscles, including fractures, arthritis, sports injuries, spine problems and joint replacement surgery.

How can I book with Professor Myung Chul Lee?

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