Seohyeon Park
Dr. Seohyeon Park is a Director and board-certified Internal Medicine Specialist & Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Subspecialist at Gangnam Heartscan Healthcare Center, former Clinical Instructor in Gastroenterology at Samsung Medical Center, and former Resident at Hanyang University Hospital.
Gangnam Heartscan Healthcare Center · Specialist Physician Profile · Gangnam-gu, Seoul
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Clinical Role & Specialty
- Position: Director, Gangnam Heartscan Healthcare Center
- Specialty: Internal Medicine Specialist & Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Subspecialist (M.D.)
- Clinical Department: Performs high-definition gastroscopy, colonoscopy, polypectomy, and digestive disease evaluations within Digestive Health Screening & Gastroenterology.
Education & Professional Background
- Board-Certified Specialist in Internal Medicine
- Board-Certified Subspecialist in Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
- Former Clinical Instructor, Division of Gastroenterology, Samsung Medical Center
- Former Resident, Department of Internal Medicine, Hanyang University Hospital
- Regular Member, Korean Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (KSGE)
- Regular Member, Korean Association of Internal Medicine
Clinical Practice & Examination Summary Table
| Parameter / Examination | Clinical Purpose | Preparation / Protocol |
|---|---|---|
| High-Definition Upper Endoscopy | Evaluates esophageal, gastric, and duodenal mucosa for reflux, gastritis, ulcers, and early lesions | Fasting from food and water for at least 8 hours prior to exam |
| Colonoscopy & Mucosal Biopsy | Inspects entire large intestine for polyps, adenomas, and inflammatory mucosal changes | 3-day low-residue diet and split-dose bowel cleansing regimen |
| Functional GI & GERD Assessment | Evaluates chronic indigestion, acid reflux, bloating, and gastrointestinal motility symptoms | Review of current medications and prior endoscopic records |
Areas of Clinical Focus
- Gastroscopy (Upper Endoscopy) and Colonoscopy
- Endoscopic Diagnosis & Treatment including mucosal biopsy and polypectomy
- Reflux Esophagitis (GERD) Treatment and Indigestion Evaluation
- Personalized endoscopic screening consultations via our Consultation & Inquiry Desk
Frequently Asked Questions
Where did Dr. Seohyeon Park complete her clinical training in Gastroenterology?
Dr. Seohyeon Park completed her Internal Medicine residency at Hanyang University Hospital and served as a Clinical Instructor in the Division of Gastroenterology at Samsung Medical Center in Seoul, holding subspecialty board certification in Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.
How is patient comfort managed during gastroscopy and colonoscopy?
Patients may choose conscious sedation endoscopy, during which vital signs and oxygen saturation are continuously monitored while upper and lower endoscopic examinations are completed smoothly.
1:1 Specialist Consultation & Multidisciplinary Screening Standard
All diagnostic screenings, imaging protocols, and sedated endoscopy examinations at Gangnam Heartscan Healthcare Center (B1, Dongil Tower, 38 Teheran-ro 114-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul; Samseong Station Exit 2) are performed and interpreted by our 16 board-certified specialists led by Chief Medical Director Dr. Seonghak Park, MD, PhD. Preparation requirements (such as 8–12 hour fasting, contrast media precautions, or post-sedation driving restrictions) vary by clinical condition and medication history.
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