A Master of Nasal Disease Surgery,

Dr. Sang-Deok Lee

 A Pioneer of Endoscopic Sinus Surgery in Korea

Dr. Sang-Deok Lee, Director of Hana ENT Hospital, is a

master of nasal disease surgery in Korea and is

recognized as one of the leading authorities in

endoscopic sinus surgery. In 1995, he pioneered the

introduction of endoscopic sinus surgery to private

practice, bringing innovation to nasal disease

treatment. To date, he has successfully performed over

10,000 nasal surgeries. In 2025 alone, he performed

334 surgeries for sinusitis and deviated nasal septum,

demonstrating his continued active practice.

Education and Major Career

1988 Graduated from Korea University College

of Medicine

1992 Obtained Board Certification in

Otolaryngology (License No. 1241)

1997 Received Ph.D. from Dokkyo Medical

University, Japan

2005-2006 Clinical Fellowship at Columbia University Medical Center, New York, USA

1995-Present Director of Hana ENT Hospital (Established in 1995)

1995-Present Adjunct Professor at Korea University College of Medicine

Specialized Training and Education

1990 Training in Endoscopic Sinus Surgery at University of Graz, Austria

1998 Training in Rhinoplasty at University of Pennsylvania, USA

Major Activities and Awards

2021-2023 President of the Korean Association of Specialty Hospitals

2022 Awarded the Order of Civil Merit, Magnolia Medal on the 50th Health Day

For over 30 years, Dr. Lee has dedicated himself to treating nasal diseases at one institution, contributing to the advancement of otolaryngology in Korea through his patient-centered philosophy and continuous research.