Min Hee Ryu, MD

I used to feel a bit insecure about my asymmetrical eyebrows and heavy eyelids. Folks often said I looked tired or sad, even when I wasn’t. So, I finally booked a blepharoplasty at RNWOOD. Dr. Ryu was recommended by a relative, and I’m glad I went with him.

The results truly surprised me—my eyes look bigger and brighter, and people say I look much happier now. My eyebrows are more symmetrical, and the whole look gives me a bit of my youthful spark back. Thank you, Dr.Ryu!

I strongly recommend you contact Dr. Ryu. He gave me a complete extended deep-plane facelift, deep neck lift, lower eyes, forehead lift, and fat grafting. All done in one day. He also used stem cell injections which I strong recommend, and is not available in the U.S. at all. I am convinced it accelerated my recovery time.

His deep plane facelift provides much more correction than a normal one, and will last significantly longer. Though a much more extreme procedure, his technique allowed for minimal bruising and amazingly fast recovery! Look at me after one week! Minor bruising and only some swelling. I was out of my compression bandage after three days. I also had very little pain. As an aside, thanks to my necklift, my sleep apnea is pretty much cured! That was an unexpected benefit.

The aftercare was incredible. I challenge anyone to show me one clinic that would do all this in the U.S. Every day for two weeks post-surgery, I received hyperbaric treatments, detailed checking of sutures, light therapy, prompt suture removal when healed, and constant attention and endless patience with my many questions. I want to stress that this is a boutique clinic. Many of the big Korean clinics are basically factories and work on volume. This place is all about top quality results and individual service. They might be a little more expensive, but it is really worth it.

Some of you may wonder about the language and cultural barrier. Please do not worry about this clinic. Prior to surgery, a consultant corresponded with me for some weeks, answering all my questions with incredible patience and precision. Post surgery, the lady (literally) at my side at all times was actually a Korean from the US. She spoke perfect English, was incredibly caring and attentive, made absolutely sure my questions were answered, and that I knew what was going on. Also, Dr. Ryu knows some English, and is delightfully helpful without fail. He enjoys talking about his procedures and will help you to his utmost, and his translator made sure no question or concern went unanswered. His YouTube Channel is very interesting: https://www.youtube.com/@psryuminhee

I have to say this is a kind of emotional post for me. This man is a consummate professional and his staff are incredibly caring and competent. I feel like they have done more for me than any health care professionals I have ever encountered. Please contact them and discuss what they offer, it will change your life as well.

After a disappointing experience with my first non-incisional double eyelid surgery, I decided to consult with Dr. Ryu from RNWOOD Plastic Surgery. During the consultation, he provided a thorough and easy to understand explanation of my condition, the necessary corrective procedures, and what I could expect from the second surgery with Dr. Ryu. His patient-centered approach and confidence instantly put me at ease.

Dr. Ryu is clearly in high demand, especially for Deep Plane Facelifts, so I felt incredibly honored that he took me on as a patient. I was nervous that I would have even worse bruising and swelling compared to my first surgery. While I was at the clinic, I even saw some of his facelift patients, and I was amazed, there was little to no bruising or swelling.

My secondary incisional double eyelid surgery with ptosis correction went successfully.
Compared to my first procedure, the bruising and swelling were minimal. I was able to walk out of the operating room on my own. The clinic staff offered me water and soup, but I was feeling well enough to just head home and rest. Dr. Ryu also personally checked in on me in the recovery room, which I really appreciated.

If you are considering eyelid surgery and want results you can trust, I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Ryu. His expertise, care, and surgical outcomes truly speak for themselves.

I am turning 70 this year.
Since last year, the wrinkles under my mouth have become more prominent. Though I did not have a square face before, when I looked in the mirror, it became more square-like.

I saw an acquaintance of mine receive an operation from Dr. Ryu. She looked so much younger, so I decided not to get consultations anywhere else and trusted Dr. Ryu.

I received a deep plane facelift, neck lift, and forehead lift. The forehead lift helped my double eyelids look more defined and my eyes more open!

I was very scared because I have a very low pain tolerance, which is why I never even had my ears pierced. However, the same day after my operation, I was able to prepare dinner and clean up for my family.

Now, a little bit less than 3 months since my operation, people around me tell me that I look so pretty and young, but they cannot tell what it is, everywhere I go.

I am so happy to gain my confidence back as the wrinkles on my neck and my jawline have improved immensely, being able to look young again. I want to keep making plans with friends and acquaintances.

I am so grateful to Dr. Ryu for making me look so young and pretty!

Since 2023, I have been searching for doctors both overseas and within Chinese communities for face lifting, and I even communicated with some of them. But Dr. Min-Hee Ryu stood out to me as the best. He has an impressive academic publication record — I read many of his papers on face lifting online — and he teaches at one of the world’s most authoritative institutions for facial anatomy. After having a video consultation with Dr. Ryu, I was very impressed by his analysis, explanations, and sincere attitude, which made me place great trust in him. So I decided to choose him. Although I live in Canada, I ultimately made the decision to come to Seoul for the surgery.

When I met Dr. Ryu in person, I found him to be just as professional, kind, and genuine as I had imagined. Before the surgery, I had many worries and questions about the procedure and recovery, but he patiently explained everything in great detail, which gave me a lot of reassurance. Since it was my first time in Seoul, I was a bit anxious, but his team even helped me book a place to stay and recommended some great restaurants, so I ended up having a really pleasant week.

Maybe because I love kimchi so much, I ate it almost every day during my week in Korea. I do have some swelling now, but I’m really looking forward to seeing how I recover in one or three months. So far, I’m extremely satisfied with the results of the surgery. Dr. Ryu is the best, and I’d recommend him to anyone!

Dr.Ryu- RNWood Plastic Surgery

Choosing between a big-box plastic surgery clinic and a small private practice was an easy decision for me. I didn’t want to feel like just another number in a revolving door, which is why I chose RNWood. Dr. Ryu’s credentials speak for themselves, and his skill is evident in his work.

The process was seamless—from my initial online consultation to flying in for the procedure. There was no pressure, no upselling—just honest, thoughtful feedback. Being a small practice, the care felt personal and attentive. Haley, Joy, Becca and the surgical team were all incredible and made me feel truly supported.

I had a deep plane face and neck lift along with fat grafting. Post-op, the pain was minimal, and the aftercare was impressive: hair washing, red/blue light therapy, and oxygen chamber treatments.

If you’re looking for skilled hands, a caring team, and a thoughtful, unrushed experience, RNWood is it.

I couldn't imagine that I would get an operation. I was skeptical at first but now I know I made the right choice. There aren't any noticeable signs that I got an operation done and the recovery period was so fast! It's been two months since I had my operation done and I'm so happy that I got it done! My under eye area looks much smoother and my love bands look more natural. I look much younger and even people around me say I look more lively and pretty. For those who are concerned about your under eye area, I strongly recommend Dr. Minhee Ryu of RNWOOD Plastic Surgery, Seoul, South Korea.

I was concerned about my sagging face with severe nasolabial folds. I heard from a friend who got a procedure done by Dr. Ryu. Through her I heard about his amazing skills in face lifting and his plastic surgery clinic, RN Wood in Gangnam, South Korea.
I booked my flight and went to his clinic in Gangnam to get a consultation. While waiting at the clinic, they even had snacks and drinks available for patients. Dr.Ryu and his team at the clinic were very welcoming and spoke English so I had no problem telling them my concerns. During consultation, I told him my concerns and he recommended that I get a face and neck lift, endoscopic forehead lift, and fat injection in my maxilar, nasolabial folds, and my chin to get the look that I wanted. He explained everything very clearly and assured me that it would not be painful. After consulting with Dr.Ryu, I immediately booked for my surgery. I had a successful surgery! I felt no pain on my face but did feel some numbness on my forehead probably from the endodine. But overall I had minimal swelling! After the surgery, I was able to lay in the recovery room for a few hours while I woke up from anesthesia. They even put the bed heaters on to make it warm and comfortable for me. Dr. Ryu and his staff took great care of me and made sure I got a taxi back safely back to my hotel.
The next day they washed and dried my hair and provided heelight and hyperbaric oxygen therapy to help with the swelling and heal more quickly.
After this, Dr.Ryu took a look at my sutures and they sanitized it for me! Mostly the procedure was pain free and everyone was very kind.

Hello. I would like to share my experience with the special deep facelift performed by Dr. Minhee Ryu of RNWOOD Plastic Surgery in Korea. I was very satisfied with the whole process from the initial consultation to the surgery, and Dr. Ryu was very meticulous from the initial analysis to the completion of the surgery. The results are really satisfying and very different from the general facelift surgery. The healing process is also very fast and there is no swelling at all. Of course, there was no pain at all from the start of the surgery until the 14th day. My face is really firm and satisfied. And one of the most important things is the post-operative service, where all the staff at RNWOOD Clinic are very kind and receive daily laser and oxygen treatment and of course daily shampoo service. I am really satisfied with everything. Thank you Dr. Ryu and all the staff at RNWOOD. I will definitely come back for another surgery.

I'm in late 40s living in Seoul. Before my surgery, I was really concerned about the lines and sagging around my butterfly zone (across the bridge of the nose and cheeks), to the point where people would often ask if anything was going wrong with me or if I was feeling down. After a lot of research, I found Dr. Minhee Ryu, and I was intrigued by his use of the Deep Plane Facelift technique. It seemed unique in Korea, and though his procedure costs were a bit higher than those of other surgeons in Gangnam district, I was convinced by his published research and global academic involvement, which really earned my trust.

It’s now been almost two years since my surgery, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. I was even able to use public transportation the day after the surgery with almost no pain. I’m so pleased to look younger and refreshed, without any noticeable signs of surgery. The best part is that friends and family now say I look brighter and more approachable, which feels wonderful.

If you’re hesitant because it’s a big decision, I definitely recommend consulting with Dr. Ryu. You won’t regret it!