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Seoul · Gangnam
Dr. Min-Hee Ryu
World-class Deep Plane Faceliftsurgeon and global educator.
With 20+ years of experience and 3,000+ Deep Plane Facelift cases, Dr. Ryu shares his expertise through lectures, surgical demonstrations, and education across 15+ countries.
Meet Dr. Min-Hee Ryu
A world-class Deep Plane Facelift specialist and global educator
Dr. Minhee Ryu is a World-Class FACELIFT Specialist and Global Educator, who is deeply committed to sharing his facial rejuvenation surgery and anatomy expertise. As a lecturer, tutor, and demonstrator, he is invited to deliver DEEP PLANE FACELIFT lectures and perform live surgery and cadaver dissection demonstrations in more than 15 countries, including Korea, the US, Europe, Singapore, Australia, Japan, and beyond.
Recognized worldwide for his expertise in DEEP PLANE FACELIFT, Dr. Ryu has been a Faculty Member at MAFAC since 2016, a Guest Faculty Member at Mayo Clinic from 2023, 2024, 2025 and an Editorial Board Member of the Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Journal (SCI) since 2019. He is also an active member of KSPRS, ASPS, ASAPS, and ISAPS.
Institutions
Faculty, editorial, and society appointments
Faculty
Mendelson Advanced Facial Anatomy Course (MAFAC)
Editorial Board Member
Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Journal (SCI)
Member, Educational Council
The International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS)
Active Member
The Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons (KSPRS)
International Active Member
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
International Active Member
The American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ASAPS)
- 3,000+Deep Plane Facelift Cases
- 12,000+Lifting Procedures
- 20+Years of Experience
- 70+Countries Represented
About RNWOOD
Who we are
Begin your elegant journey at RNWOOD Plastic Surgery — Rejuvenation in the Woods. Discover timeless beauty—inside and out—with a youthful, refined transformation.
Our state-of-the-art facility combines safety, comfort, and hospitality. Led by a globally renowned specialist in this field, with talented staff and aesthetic interiors, every detail has been curated to make you feel at ease and well cared for.
Meaning of RNWOOD
Rejuvenation in the Woods
What RNWOOD believes
- Individuality
- Natural Results
- Safety
- Precision
- Personalized Care
- Long-Term Rejuvenation
International patients
Process for international patients
From first photos to recovery in Seoul — a clear path for patients travelling from abroad.
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In-person consult
Meet in Seoul for a full evaluation. Recommendations follow your anatomy and goals — no symptoms, no surgery.
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Surgical details
Typical deep plane facelift: about 4–5 hours under IV sedation, no hospitalization required, with drains and a short compression period. Stitch removal is planned around day 7.
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Post-op care
Plan 7–10 days in Korea. Daily check-ups with Dr. Ryu, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, Healite LED, shampoo service, and airport–hotel transfers after deposit confirmation.
Global Patient Community
Our Global Patient Community
Patients from over 70 countries have trusted RNWOOD for advanced facial rejuvenation and aesthetic surgery.
70+ countries6 continents
Patients travel to Seoul from the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and across Asia-Pacific. Hover or tap a country to see cities.
Selected Results
Selected Results
A selection of Dr. Ryu's deep plane facelift results, each photographed in standardized lighting and angle.
F/68 AUS
Case № 01Follow-up · 1 year
Surgical combination
Deep Plane FaceliftNeck Lift+2 more
F/48 AUS
Case № 02Follow-up · 7 days
Surgical combination
Deep Plane FaceliftLower Blepharoplasty+2 more
F/63 AUS
Case № 03Follow-up · 14 days
Surgical combination
Deep Plane FaceliftNeck Lift+2 more
Team
The RNWOOD team
Multilingual consultants and medical staff supporting international patients from inquiry through recovery.
Mihua
Korean / Chinese Team Leader
Desk · Consult
Korean, Chinese
Julia
Marketing Team Leader · English Consultant
Marketing · Consult
English, Korean
Ella
English / Indonesian Consultant
Consult
English, Korean, Indonesian, Chinese
Lisa
English Consultant
Consult
English, Korean, Tagalog, Japanese
Yuha
Desk · Marketing
Desk · Marketing
English, Korean
Won
Desk
Desk
English, Korean
Suhyeon
Nurse Team Leader
Medical Team
Korean, English, Chinese
Sonny
HR / Operations
HR
Korean
Featured video
Deep Plane vs SMAS
Dr. Ryu explains how a deep plane approach differs from a limited SMAS lift — retaining ligament release and anterior midface correction.
Reviews
What patients share publicly
Selected third-party reviews. Links open on Reddit, Google, or RealSelf.
Blog
Essays, technique notes, and lectures
Writing from Dr. Ryu on deep plane principles, recovery, and facial anatomy — including notes linked from the clinic's educational archive.
Press
Selected media & features
Interviews, features, and coverage alongside Dr. Ryu's own educational channel.
Inquiry
Request a consultation
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Connect
Follow & get in touch
Surgical insights, lectures and behind-the-scenes from Dr. Ryu, and a direct line for inquiries.