Seonghun Park
Dr. Seonghun Park is a Director and board-certified Internal Medicine & Cardiology Subspecialist (M.D., Ph.D.) at Gangnam Heartscan Healthcare Center, former Professor at Ewha Womans University College of Medicine, and former clinical fellow at Mayo Clinic (USA).
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 & Cardiology Subspecialist (M.D., Ph.D.)
- Clinical Department: Leads echocardiography, coronary CT correlation, and cardiovascular risk screening within Cardiac Health Screening & Cardiology (Heartscan).
Education & Professional Background
- Doctor of Medicine (M.D., Ph.D.)
- Board-Certified Specialist in Internal Medicine
- Board-Certified Subspecialist in Cardiology
- Former Professor, Ewha Womans University College of Medicine
- Overseas Clinical Training, Mayo Clinic (USA)
- Regular Member, Korean Society of Echocardiography
Clinical Practice & Examination Summary Table
| Parameter / Examination | Clinical Purpose | Preparation / Protocol |
|---|---|---|
| Transthoracic Echocardiogram | Evaluates valvular structure, myocardial contractility, diastolic filling, and pericardium | No fasting required; radiation-free Color Doppler cardiac ultrasound |
| 128-Channel Coronary CT Angiography | Non-invasive assessment of coronary artery stenosis, soft plaque, and calcium score | Fasting for 6 hours prior to contrast scan; heart-rate stabilization |
| Exercise Stress & 24-Hour Holter ECG | Evaluates exertional myocardial ischemia and ambulatory rhythm disturbances | Comfortable two-piece attire; daily symptom log during Holter monitoring |
Areas of Clinical Focus
- Echocardiogram (Cardiac Ultrasound) and Coronary Artery CT Angiography
- Exercise Stress Test and 24-Hour Holter ECG Monitoring
- Cardiovascular Risk Management and Carotid Artery Ultrasound
- Personalized cardiology screening consultations via our Consultation & Inquiry Desk
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Seonghun Park's training and academic background in Cardiology?
Dr. Seonghun Park holds an M.D. and Ph.D. and is a board-certified Internal Medicine and Cardiology Subspecialist who served as a Professor at Ewha Womans University College of Medicine, completed overseas training at Mayo Clinic in the United States, and serves as a Regular Member of the Korean Society of Echocardiography.
When is a combined Echocardiogram and Coronary CT examination recommended?
Combining Echocardiography with 128-channel Coronary Artery CT Angiography allows simultaneous evaluation of heart valve and muscle function alongside non-invasive 3D visualization of coronary artery plaque and narrowing.
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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