Aesthetic Surgery Journal
High Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System Facelift with Finger-Assisted Facial Spaces Dissection for Asian Patients
2015 · Vol 35(1), 1–8
Dr. Ryu is a Leading Authority in the DEEP PLANE FACELIFT and a Global Educator, recognized for his expertise in Facial Rejuvenation surgery and anatomy.
As a lecturer, tutor, and surgical demonstrator, Dr. Ryu is invited to teach DEEP PLANE FACELIFT techniques through lectures and cadaver dissections across more than 15 countries, including Korea, the US, Europe, Singapore, Australia, and Japan.
His academic and professional credentials include serving as a MAFAC Faculty Member since 2016, Guest Faculty Member at Mayo Clinic since 2023, and Editorial Board Member of the Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Journal (SCI) since 2019. He is also an active member of KSPRS, ASPS, ASAPS, and ISAPS. Through these academic and educational roles, Dr. Ryu continues to contribute to the advancement of Facial Rejuvenation surgery and surgical education.
RNWOOD is a plastic surgery clinic in Gangnam, Seoul, led by Dr. Min-Hee Ryu. Dr. Ryu performs one DEEP PLANE FACELIFT per day, and English-speaking consultants support each international patient from the first inquiry through recovery. The recommended length of stay in Korea for lifting procedures is 7–10 days.
Figures below reflect Dr. Ryu's full surgical career, including the years before RNWOOD opened.
3,000+
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT cases
12,000+
Lifting cases
20+
Years of experience
80+
Countries represented
Publications
Peer-reviewed journal publications, viewpoints and invited discussions by Dr. Min-Hee Ryu on facelift technique, facial anatomy, crow’s feet correction and periorbital and nasal surgery.
Aesthetic Surgery Journal
2015 · Vol 35(1), 1–8
Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
2018 · Vol 42(2), 471–478
Aesthetic Surgery Journal
January 2014 · Vol 34(1), 28–33
Aesthetic Plastic Surgery · Invited Discussion
2022 · Vol 46(1), 349–350
Aesthetic Plastic Surgery · Invited Discussion
2020 · Vol 44(3), 797–798
PRS Global Open
2018 · Vol 6(10), e1961
PRS Global Open · Viewpoint
2017 · Vol 5(2), e1241
PRS Global Open · Viewpoint
2018 · Vol 6(7), e1831
Archives of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
2014 · Vol 20(2), 65–69
Positions held by Dr. Min-Hee Ryu.
Mendelson DEEP PLANE FACELIFT and Mayo Clinic Aesthetic Facial Contouring Hands-on Surgical Skills, Mayo Clinic, Rochester
MAFAC
Faculty
Mendelson Advanced Facial Anatomy Course. Faculty Member since 2016.
Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (SCI)
Editorial Board Member
Editorial Committee of the Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Journal, since 2019.
Mayo Clinic
Guest Faculty
Mayo Clinic, Rochester. Guest Faculty since 2023.
ISAPS
Member, Educational Council
The International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. Member since 2012; Educational Council since 2024.
KSPRS
Active Member
The Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons. Academic Committee, 2019.
ASPS
International Active Member
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons.
ASAPS, THE AESTHETIC SOCIETY
International Active Member
American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
Congress presentations, panels, chaired sessions, live surgery demonstrations and cadaver workshops, 2005 to 2026.
From the RNWOOD blog
Written by Dr. Ryu
This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea, translated in English for convenience: The 33rd Mendelson Advanced Facial Anatomy Course was held at Mayo Clinic Rochester from July 7–9, 2025, bringing together global leaders in Facial Rejuvenation surgery […]
This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea, translated in English for convenience: The 34th Mendelson Advanced…
The 35th Mendelson Advanced Facial Anatomy Course (MAFAC) took place on October 5–6, 2026, at Leiden University Medical Center in the Netherlands, where Dr. Min-Hee Ryu once again contributed as a Dissection Tutor…
Dr. Min-Hee Ryu was featured alongside internationally recognized facial plastic surgeon in the Financial Times ’ HTSI Beauty Special exploring modern Facial…
Dr. Minhee Ryu is a World-Class Facelift Specialist and Global Educator, widely recognized for his expertise in DEEP PLANE Facelift and facial surgical anatomy. As an…
This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea, translated in English for convenience: Saudi FACE 2025 , held in…
This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea, translated in English for convenience: ISAPS Olympiad Singapore…
This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea, translated in English for convenience: Cairo FACE 2025 was held…
KG Meeting in Munich 2025 This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea, translated in English for convenience:…
Faculty in Amsterdam MAFAC 2024 This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea, translated in English for…
Faculty in MAFAC Mayo Clinic 2024 This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea, translated in English for…
Invited Lecture: “Dr. Ryu’s Deep Plane Facelift” at MAPACS ASC 2024 in Malaysia This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in…
OSAPS Cebu 2024: Invited Lecture on "Dr. Ryu's DEEP PLANE FACELIFT " This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South…
Invited Lecture on “Dr. Ryu’s Deep Plane Facelift” MEVOS 2024 This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea,…
Faculty in MAFAC Amsterdam 2023 This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea, translated in English for…
Dr. Ryu's " DEEP PLANE FACELIFT" Lecture in Mayo Clinic, Rochester, U.S.A This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul,…
Faculty in MAFAC ASAPS Miami 2023 This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea, translated in English for…
Faculty in MAFAC Melbourne 2022 This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea, translated in English for…
Faculty in MAFAC Brisbane 2019 This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea, translated in English for…
HELP in Seoul 2019 This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea, translated in English for convenience: Dr.…
Invited Lecture and Faculty: PAPRAS ISAPS in Manila 2019 This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea,…
Chair and Panel Presentation at PRS KOREA 2019 This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea, translated in…
Invited Lecture at PASM 2019 Singapore This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea, translated in English for…
International Meeting of MSPRS in Mongolia 2019 This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea, translated in…
“Discussing The Cause of Facial Sagging” What is the main cause of facial sagging? Let us examine the causal relationship of facial sagging from the perspective of…
Invited Lecture and Chair: IMCAS Asia 2019 Bali This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea, translated in…
ASAPS MAFAC 2019 in New Orleans This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea, translated in English for…
Dr. Ryu’s DPFL Live Surgery Demonstration: MEVOS in Hangzhou 2019 This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South…
Methods in Preserving The Facial Nerves Branches During Facelift Surgery: “Preserving Orbicularis Branches of the Zygomatic Nerve with the Orbicularis Oculi…
MAFAC Faculty in Melbourne 2018 This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea, translated in English for…
Invited as Faculty: ISAPS Miami 2018 This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea, translated in English for…
Invited Lecture in TSAPS Kaohsiung 2018 This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea, translated in English…
Invited Lecture: OSAPS Bali 2018 Summer This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea, translated in English…
Invited Lecture at “The 5th National Meeting of the Philippine Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons (PAPRAS)” This is an original article…
ASAPS Faculty and Presentation: Aesthetic Meeting 2018 in New York This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South…
Invited Faculty in PRS KOREA 2017 This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea, translated in English for…
Plastic Surgery The Meeting 2017 Orlando Presentation: " Facelift Technique for the Management of Soft Tissue Drooping after Facial Bone Contouring Surgery in Asian…
PRS Global Open (SCI) 2017: Anatomical Variations of the Zygomatic Nerve in Facelift Surgery My paper has been published in the official journal of the American Society…
Faculty in MAFAC: San Diego 2017 This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea, translated in English for…
ASPS Aesthetica 2017 Symposium This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea, translated in English for…
Current Trends and Perspectives on Facelifts As I attend various academic conferences, both presenting and listening to other speakers, I find myself reflecting deeply…
Invited as Faculty in ISAPS 2016 Kyoto This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea, translated in English for…
Plastic Surgery: The Meeting 2016 Presentation in ASPS Los Angeles This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South…
Invited Faculty Participated Lecture: MAFAC Workshop organized by ASAPS 2016 The annual spring academic conference held by The American Society of Aesthetic Plastic…
Invited Faculty: Chang Gung Aesthetic Conference 2015 This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea, translated…
Dr. Ryu's DEEP PLANE Facelift Technique (SCI) 2015 Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Journal (SCI) A few years ago, I was invited to an academic congress in Singapore to address…
The Surgical Correction of Crow's Feet Deformity Using Radiofrequency Current My paper on a surgical technique for correcting crow’s feet has been published in the…
Presentation on Crow’s Feet Using Radiofrequency Current: American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) conference 2013
Visiting Dr. Sam Hamra: Dallas Baylor Medical Center 2013 This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea,…
Dallas Plastic Surgery Institute (DPSI) 2013 This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea, translated in…
MAFAC Faculty 2012 in Melbourne University This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea, translated in English…
Visiting Dr. Tim Marten 2012: San Francisco MCPS This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea, translated in…
Introducing Dr. Ryu’s Facelift Technique: International Meeting at Korean Aesthetics Plastic Surgery 2012 This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from…
Visiting Dr. Bryan Mendelson: Melbourne 2012 This is an original article written by Dr. Minhee Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Seoul, South Korea, translated in…
Upcoming congresses and cadaver workshops where Dr. Min-Hee Ryu will teach.

German-Korean Aesthetic Face Meeting 2027
Hyatt Regency Vienna, Vienna, Austria
Invited Faculty · Chair & Lecture

Mendelson Advanced Facial Anatomy Course · Melbourne, Australia
Faculty · Dissection Tutor
Begin Your Elegant Journey at RNWOOD Plastic Surgery — Rejuvenation In the Woods. Discover timeless beauty, inside and out, with a youthful, refined transformation. We offer personalized care, taking Only One Surgery Per Day to ensure complete focus on each patient’s journey.
Our facility combines Safety, Comfort, and Hospitality. A board-certified plastic surgeon who specializes in Facial Rejuvenation leads a talented team, and every detail of the clinic has been curated to make you feel at ease and well cared for. Inspired by the serene and regenerative qualities of the forest, the name RNWOOD reflects our mission — to guide you back to your most radiant and confident self.
RNWOOD = Rejuvenation in the Woods
Dr. Kyung-Hee Ko, a board-certified anesthesiologist, is an in-house member of the RNWOOD team.

Dr. Kyung-Hee Ko
Board-Certified Anesthesiologist
Medical license no. 117888 · Specialist certificate no. 5426
As RNWOOD’s in-house anesthesiologist, Dr. Ko remains present throughout the entire procedure, continuously monitoring each patient’s condition.
Consultation, front desk, nursing, marketing and operations teams support each patient from the first inquiry through recovery.

Ella
International Consultation Team

Julia
International Consultation Team

Lisa
International Consultation Team

Haley
International Consultation Team

Mihua
International Consultation Team

Yuha
Front Desk Team

Zoey
Nursing Team

Mia
Nursing Team

Rinn
Nursing Team

Noella
Nursing Team

Billie
Marketing Team

Kim
Operations Team

Sunny
Operations Team
Our English-speaking consultants are with you every step of the way, from your first inquiry through your recovery. Dr. Ryu performs only one surgery per day.
For an online consultation, Dr. Ryu asks for straight front and side photographs without makeup or colored lenses, together with your plastic surgery history, general medical history, and current medication or supplements. Recommended length of stay for lifting procedures is 7–10 days.
International reach
Patients from 80+ countries.
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Date of photographyThe after photograph was taken 1 year after surgery. Both photographs are of the same patient, taken at this clinic.
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Date of photographyThe after photograph was taken 1 year after surgery. Both photographs are of the same patient, taken at this clinic.
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Date of photographyThe after photograph was taken 14 days after surgery. Both photographs are of the same patient, taken at this clinic.
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Date of photographyThe after photograph was taken 7 days after surgery. Both photographs are of the same patient, taken at this clinic.
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Date of photographyThe after photograph was taken 10 to 14 days after surgery. Both photographs are of the same patient, taken at this clinic.
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Date of photographyThe after photograph was taken 12 days after surgery. Both photographs are of the same patient, taken at this clinic.
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Date of photographyThe after photograph was taken 1 month after surgery. Both photographs are of the same patient, taken at this clinic.
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Date of photographyThe after photograph was taken 12 days after surgery. Both photographs are of the same patient, taken at this clinic.
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Date of photographyThe after photograph was taken 8 to 10 days after surgery. Both photographs are of the same patient, taken at this clinic.
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Date of photographyThe after photograph was taken 7 to 9 days after surgery. Both photographs are of the same patient, taken at this clinic.
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Date of photographyThe after photograph was taken 10 days after surgery. Both photographs are of the same patient, taken at this clinic.
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Date of photographyThe after photograph was taken 1 month after surgery. Both photographs are of the same patient, taken at this clinic.
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The interval between the before and after photographs is stated on each case. Published with the written consent of each patient. Individual outcomes and recovery vary. Every surgical procedure carries the possibility of side effects and complications. Additional procedures for each case and their possible side effects are listed under “Possible side effects of each procedure”.
Real Patients
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Experience a more dimensional view of patient results through motion, offering greater depth and perspective than still photographs
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From RNWOOD on YouTube
Explore Dr. Ryu’s educational videos covering DEEP PLANE FACELIFT, Facial Rejuvenation, surgical techniques, recovery, and the questions patients ask most.
New videos are added regularly to address common questions and concerns, providing clear, practical information to help you better understand Facial Rejuvenation and what to expect throughout your journey.
Visit RNWOOD on YouTubePress
Financial Times · HTSI
A feature on DEEP PLANE FACELIFT surgery that includes Dr. Min-Hee Ryu of Seoul.
Patient reviews
Each entry carries the public display name, the country, and the platform where the review was published. The review text, any score, and any date stay at the source. A review is one patient’s own account of their own experience and does not predict an individual result.
Liz · Australia
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT, neck lift and fat grafting
Luda · Russia
Secondary DEEP PLANE FACELIFT, neck lift, submentoplasty and fat grafting
Alex Smith (Dwight) · United States
DEEP PLANE FACELIFT, neck lift, submentoplasty, forehead lift, lower blepharoplasty and fat grafting
Huge Thank You to Dr. Ryu and the teamDEEP PLANE FACELIFT, neck lift and fat grafting Read at source
Comprehensive Surgery, Excellent ServiceSecondary DEEP PLANE FACELIFT, neck lift, submentoplasty and fat grafting Read at source
Consummate Professionalism and Superior ResultsDEEP PLANE FACELIFT, neck lift, submentoplasty, forehead lift, lower blepharoplasty and fat grafting Read at source
Amazing Face Lifting Experience with Dr. Min-Hee RyuFacelift Read at source
Dr.Ryu- RNWood Plastic SurgeryDEEP PLANE FACELIFT, neck lift and fat grafting Read at source
Facelift in Korea with Dr Ryu One Month Later I Finally Feel Like Me AgainFacelift Read at source
I Want to Come Back!Facelift and fat grafting Read at source
excellent deep plane face liftDEEP PLANE FACELIFT Read at source
very friendly aftercare and very humble doctor made this surgery a very extraordinary experienceRead at source
I felt warmly cared for throughout the whole process.Face lift, neck lift and facial fat grafts Read at source
He clearly explained all the processes I needed to go through.DEEP PLANE FACELIFT Read at source
they gave a good services and professionalRead at source
the whole process felt very open and honest from start to finishCheekbone filler Read at source
What stood out most during my consultation with Dr. Ryu was that he genuinely listened to my concerns.DEEP PLANE FACELIFT / Neck Lift Read at source
He explained everything very clearlyFace and neck lift, endoscopic forehead lift and fat injection Read at source
For me, this incision lift wasn’t just cosmetic—it was a way to regain confidence.Incision lift Read at source
he listened carefully to my concernsForehead lift and forehead reduction Read at source
Now my eyes look more defined but still natural.Double eyelid surgery Read at source
From the consultation to the deposit and surgery, everything went smoothly and efficiently.DEEP PLANE FACELIFT Read at source
수술전에는 너무 불안하고 초조했지만, 지금은 정말 잘 한 결정이라는 생각이 같습니다.하안검 수술 Read at source
My Youthful Spark is Back!Eyelid surgery Read at source
Found My Natural Beauty AgainDEEP PLANE FACELIFT Read at source
My Friends Say I Look 50!DEEP PLANE FACELIFT Read at source
Natural, transformative resultsDEEP PLANE FACELIFT, neck lift, forehead lift and fat grafting Read at source
[Facelift] 1 Month Post-op with Dr. Ryu in Korea – Natural Elegant Results + Progress Photos 💖Facelift Read at source
Deep Plane Face and Neck Lift with Dr. Ryu at Bio Plastic Surgery Clinic KoreaDEEP PLANE FACELIFT and neck lift Read at source
Letters
A collection of handwritten notes shared with Dr. Ryu and the RNWOOD team. Each letter offers a personal glimpse into our patients’ experiences, in their own words.
To respect their privacy, only gender, age, country, and the date received are displayed. Each letter reflects an individual patient’s experience. Experiences and surgical outcomes may vary.
F, 58 · Indonesia · October 27, 2026
Dr. Ryu & Team,
Thank you for taking good care of us.
F, 57 · United States · October 1, 2026
Dear Ryu,
I have felt reassured by your expertise and knowledge. Your willingness to explain each stage and attention to detail has made me feel that I am in exceptionally capable hands.
I know that I am still in the early stage of healing and that the final outcome will take time, but I am already grateful for the care and precision you have brought to my surgery and recovery.
I wish you the very best and continuing success with your clinic and the new premises you will open in November.
I shall stay in touch!
Best wishes,
F, 57 · United States · October 1, 2026
Dear nurses, consultants and assistants at RNWOOD,
I have felt so personally and kindly cared for over the past two weeks. Thank you for your extraordinary patience, warmth and reassurance. Surgery and recovery is intense and emotional, and each of you has made the experience easier.
I will remember my time with you fondly and will let you know how I am doing.
Kindest regards,
F, 50 · United States · September 9, 2026
Dear Dr. Ryu,
I’m grateful to have had the opportunity to place myself in your hands.
There are countless plastic surgeons in the world, but very few possess your depth of facial anatomy, refined technique and precision. Your expertise is impressive.
After extensive research, I made the decision to travel across the globe—quite literally—to have my surgery with you. Once I found you, my decision was immediate and certain.
Thank you for your dedication and professionalism. I sincerely wish you continued success in your work. I would also like to thank your wonderful team for their kindness, attentiveness and professionalism. They are a true reflection of the high standards you have created.
F, 61 · United States · May 25, 2026
Thank you for taking good care of me. Have a nice Buddha’s birthday!
감사합니다
F, 63 · United States · May 22, 2026
류 박사님께,
딥 플레인 시술을 해주신 것에 대해 진심으로 감사 드립니다. 박사님의 전문성과 지식, 그리고 일에 대한 열정은 전 과정을 통해 깊이 느낄 수 있었고 저에게 큰 감동을 주었습니다.
또한 뛰어난 실력과 진심어린 마음을 함께 갖춘 분을 만나기란 정말 드문 일인데 원장님의 손길을 받을 수 있었던 것을 큰 행운으로 생각합니다.
앞으로 원장님의 진료가 더욱 번창하고 하시는 일에 대한 사랑이 변함없이 이어지길 바라겠습니다!
F, 49 · Indonesia · May 8, 2026
THANK YOU DOC RYU for the best result for my face lift ♥ surgery
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M, 59 · United States · April 27, 2026
My heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Ryu and the entire RNWOOD team for your exceptional skill, care, and attention. 감사합니다
F, 50 · Australia · April 24, 2026
Dear Dr Ryu,
Thanks for your care and patience during this healing process and the start of new life chapter for me! You have a great team at your clinic! Warm, caring and thoughtful.
Thanks for your guidance & expertise on how I want to look and feel at 50.
Hope to see you in Bali one day.
Warm regards,
F, 52 · United States · March 23, 2026
Dear Dr. Ryu & Becca, Ella, Julia, Melissa & Mei Hua,
A sincere thank you for your commitment to excellent results, compassionate support & diligent care through this unfamiliar process. While my recovery has been a bit of a bumpy ride, I felt I was in good hands the entire time and have complete trust in the entire team.
Really looking forward to seeing the final results and thank you all for the kind care throughout this journey.
F, 56 · United States · March 17, 2026
Dear Dr. Ryu,
I would like to express my sincere gratitude for the exceptional care you gave me throughout my surgery and recovery.
When I experienced inflammation behind my ear, I was very grateful that you personally spent additional time treating it and ensuring everything was healing well. Your skill and careful attention gave me great confidence, and I felt completely safe in your hands during my recovery.
I would also like to thank your wonderful team, whose kindness and professionalism made the entire experience very reassuring.
Because of the trust I have in your care, I look forward to returning next year for my brow lift.
Thank you again for your skill, patience, and outstanding care.
With my sincere thanks and respect,
F, 54 · United States · February 27, 2026
To RN Wood
Dear Dr Ryu and the lovely staff,
Thank you so much for taking care of me during the last week and making me feel warm, at peace, and like home. I’m happy with my surgery and wish you the best too!
M, 61 · United States · February 20, 2026
Dr. Ryu & the RNWOOD Team,
I wanted to express my gratitude for the exceptional care I received! What truly sets RNWOOD apart (in a distinguished manner) is your embodiment of the five C’s:
Clinical excellence, curated care through personalized treatment & individualized outcomes, a culture of professionalism with exceptionally high standards, compassion that is authentic & sincere, and a uniquely patient-centric care journey.
Thank you & keep raising the bar!
(It truly dispelled my fear of seeking treatment abroad.)
F, 27 · Indonesia · February 16, 2026
Dear Doctor,
Thank you so much for making my dream come true and for taking such good care of me. I am also truly grateful for the kindness you shared to my mother and me during this whole process.
I will always remember your dedication and compassion. Wishing you good health and continued success.
Dear Ella, Haley, Becca and all staff,
Thank you very much for taking such good care of me during my treatment. I sincerely appreciate your kindness, patience, and support, which made me feel comfortable and safe.
I am very grateful for everything you have done for me and my mother.
Thank you again and goodbye.
F, 49 · Singapore · January 28, 2026
Dear Dr Ryu, Becca, Ella, Julia, Haley and the whole RNWOOD team,
Thank you for taking care of us!
F, 40 · Japan · January 2, 2026
Thank you very much for everything!
I’m really glad I chose RNWOOD.
I’m looking forward to seeing you again :)
M, 68 · United States · December 18, 2025
Thank you, Dr Ryu and Becca, Ella, Jane, Julia and your entire team for your professionalism and care!
I hope you’ll enjoy a peaceful holiday season and continue to make your patients feel taken care of.
F, 53 · Australia · November 11, 2025
Dear Dr Ryu,
Thank you and your wonderful team for taking such good care of me. I really appreciated how warm and friendly you all were and the extra little touches like the group WhatsApp chat and neckband helped me to feel reassured and comfortable, especially as I was travelling alone.
I’m also greatly appreciative of your skill and expertise. It truly was a pain-free experience and I’m excited to see the final result :)
F, 39 · United States · November 8, 2025
Dear Dr Ryu 선생님,
I wanted to sincerely thank you for the incredible care, precision and artistry you brought to my surgery. From the moment I met you, I felt reassured by your calm confidence and genuine kindness. You revitalized and restored a sense of poise and peace within me — something I will always be deeply grateful for.
In my mind, there is not many things that can bring celebration quite like the holidays. It’s a time for joy, togetherness, granted wishes and wonder. You have brought Christmas early for me; so I will give you the “nick name” 산타할아버지 :)
I hope this token of gratitude reminds you of me each time you look at it. Just as I will think of you each time I look in the mirror.
Sincerely,
F, 68 · Australia · September 25, 2025
Dear Dr Ryu,
Thank you for your care and generosity. I know it’s your obligation and legal requirement, however, I have felt very cared for. :)
To Staff,
A big thank you to all the staff at RNWOOD. You have all made me so welcome and cared for me so well.
I am going back to Australia soon, but will be back in South Korea next year & may see you then. :)
F, 72 · Israel · September 8, 2025
존경하는 류 원장님께
제 수술을 맡아 주셔서 진심으로 감사드립니다. 저는 원장님의 전문성과 미적 감각을 전적으로 신뢰합니다.
이번 수술을 통해 제 얼굴과 목이 눈에 띄게 젊고 아름답게 변하기를 진심으로 바랍니다. 자연스러우면서도 확실한 동안 효과가 나타나기를 소망합니다.
저의 이목구비와 조화를 이루며, 또렷하고 조화로운 결과가 나올 수 있도록 최선을 다해 주시기를 부탁드립니다.
F, 41 · Japan · September 2025
존경하는 류 민희 선생님께
안녕하십니까.
이번 수술로 선생님께 진심으로 인사드리게 되어 기쁩니다.
저는 지금까지 45세가 될 때까지 절개 리프트를 받지 않기로 마음먹고 있었습니다. 주변에서도 실 리프트나 써마클을 권유받았으나, 신중하게 시기를 기다리고자 하였습니다.
그런데 우연히 예약 없이 병원을 방문하던 날, 선생님을 만나 뵙게 되었고, 자연스럽게 절개 리프트를 받기로 결심하게 되었습니다. 이 만남은 저에게 운명과도 같은 일이라 느껴집니다.
또한, 베이징에서 선생님의 시술을 받으신 분들과 미국·일본 등 여러 의료진으로부터 선생님에 대한 이야기를 들었습니다.
– “아시아에서 절개 리프트라 하면 류 민희 선생님, 전설적인 명의.”
– “한국에서 류 선생님보다 능숙하신 분은 없다.”
– “리가먼트를 정교하게 박리하고 SMAS를 올리는 기술은 다른 병원과 비교할 수 없을 정도로 뛰어났다.”
이러한 평가를 들으며, 선생님께 시술을 받을 수 있음에 진심으로 감사와 자부심을 느끼고 있습니다.
선생님의 뛰어난 기술로 자연스럽고 아름답게 젊어질 수 있기를 간절히 기대합니다.
오늘 잘 부탁드립니다.
감사드립니다.
F, 42 · Japan · May 16, 2025
Dear Dr. Min-Hee RYU,
Thank you for your help.
I have always loved my face, and I was enjoying life until before COVID-19. However, about 5 years ago, I started to worry about the sagging of my face line.
Both Korea and Japan are very visualistic, and the influence of social media has led to people easily shaving off bones, which has completely ruined the silhouette of their face line from the side.
As someone who is neither married nor has children, looking old was one of the things I was most afraid of.
Various doctors have different views on incision lift. I think I have received counseling from most of the famous doctors in Japan, but I was impressed by the fact that the sideburns are left intact, the ligament treatment is accurate, the scars are beautiful, there is no reversal, the direction of lifting and the expected finished face, and the fact that the face is lifted firmly while still having a natural look.
You were the only one who met all the requirements I was looking for!
Also, from the first counseling session, you were very easy to understand for me, and you explained things in detail while showing me many cases, and because of your atmosphere and personality, I definitely wanted to ask you to do the treatment.
Meeting Dr. Ryu is an incredibly happy thing in my life!!
I thought it would be a big hurdle for me to go to a country where I don’t speak the language to have surgery, but after receiving your counseling, all my worries disappeared!! I was really happy!
More than anything, I felt a strong sense of responsibility and sincerity in the fact that you clearly refused to do something if you couldn’t do it.
I don’t know about Korea, but in Japan, there’re a lot of cosmetic surgeons who are only in it for money and have no knowledge or skills, and it’s currently a social problem. The surgeon who performed my submandibular surgery was like that.
The other day, I consulted you about my eyes. I think you taught me the importance of “Knowing enough.” Instead of just saying “I can’t do it” or “There’s no need to do it,” you listened to my current condition until I was satisfied. I was really moved.
If you just say “There’s no need to do it,” I think most patients would look for another doctor who will take it on. Instead, you’re so considerate to your patients and talk to them so well, I think it’s so wonderful!!
I still have a lot to learn as a person and am often lacking in thoughtfulness, but it is at times like these that someone like you, who can think about things from multiple perspectives, is truly intelligent and attractive.
I’m so happy to have met you in my life and to have you operate on me. I’m so grateful.
Once I’m beautiful, I’ll be even more confident in my roles as an actor in movies and dramas than I am now!
감사합니다♡
M, 65 · United States · April 22, 2025
To Dr. Ryu and the Staff of RNWOOD,
Thank you so much for your care and excellent work. I am transformed thanks to all of you. I will be back in a couple of months and look forward to your help and care at that time.
All the best to you,
F, 69 · Australia
Dear everyone,
Thank you so much for looking after me so well.
You have all been so very kind and welcoming.
I hope you enjoy these cookies when afternoons are long and you are busy and just need a little sweet treat. ♡
Dear Dr. Ryu,
Thank you so much for your kindness and exceptional skill.
I used to feel so self-conscious about my neck & jawline. Now I feel so relieved and much happier.
You have created a clinic that is warm and welcoming as well as providing excellence in surgery. I am really glad I came to you.
감사합니다
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