Hello,
I am Dr. Ahn Seung-Hyun, Director of AB Plastic Surgery.

Many people who visit a plastic surgery clinic for consultation first look forward to a beautiful transformation. However, when medical professionals meet patients, the value we place above all results is “safe surgery.”

Recently, reports of surgical complications and anesthesia-related issues have caused understandable anxiety among patients preparing for surgery. The key to easing these concerns and allowing patients to focus on their procedures with peace of mind lies in a hospital’s systematic and well-established safety infrastructure. A structured safety system is the most realistic and effective way to reduce the likelihood of complications and ensure safe plastic surgery.

Today, I would like to introduce AB Plastic Surgery’s uncompromising safety management system—one that we consistently uphold from pre-operative preparation, through surgery, and all the way to post-operative recovery and discharge.

[Before Surgery] AB Plastic Surgery’s “Reassuring Precision Examination” for Thorough Surgical Planning

Surgical safety begins with an accurate understanding of the patient’s condition before surgery. Beyond outward appearance, it is essential to closely assess internal physiological conditions in order to eliminate variables that may arise during surgery.

Based on a structured collaborative care system with on-site clinical pathologists and board-certified anesthesiologists, AB Plastic Surgery operates a university-hospital-level precision examination center.

• Comprehensive Blood Analysis (Clinical Laboratory Tests):  These tests go beyond checking for anemia. Liver and kidney function, as well as blood coagulation levels, are analyzed to confirm the patient’s ability to metabolize anesthetic agents and achieve proper hemostasis.
• Cardiopulmonary Function Assessment: The condition of the heart and lungs—critical for safe anesthesia—is evaluated through chest X-rays and electrocardiogram (ECG) testing.
• 3D-CT Structural Analysis:   The position of nerve pathways, bone thickness, and skeletal structure are simulated in three dimensions to proactively prevent complications such as nerve damage.
• Blood Cross-Matching:  In the event that a blood transfusion becomes necessary during an emergency, AB Plastic Surgery can perform transfusion compatibility testing in real time within its own examination center, ensuring that no critical golden time is lost. Facilities without cross-matching capabilities may risk severe outcomes due to delayed transfusions.

[During Surgery] AB Plastic Surgery’s Surgical Environment That Builds Trust Through Transparency

The operating room must be managed with the highest level of transparency and professionalism. AB Plastic Surgery adheres to strict principles of a surgeon identification system and operating room CCTV monitoring, eliminating concerns about ghost surgery and ensuring a trustworthy medical environment.

The core of intraoperative safety lies in stable anesthesia management. At AB Plastic Surgery, 47.1% of the medical staff are board-certified anesthesiologists—more than twice the industry average. This reflects AB’s uncompromising commitment to providing a safer anesthesia environment for patients.

Thanks to this high proportion of specialists, a 1:1 dedicated anesthesia system is in place, assigning one anesthesiologist to each patient. Vital signs are continuously monitored in real time from the start to the end of surgery. In addition, the clinic is fully equipped with university-hospital-level emergency equipment (including dantrolene, defibrillators, and independent power generation systems), enabling rapid and effective responses to any unexpected situation.

[After Surgery]  AB Plastic Surgery’s “Close Monitoring Care” for Stable Recovery

The period immediately after surgery—when the patient awakens from anesthesia and spontaneous breathing stabilizes—is just as important as the surgery itself and requires meticulous attention.

AB Plastic Surgery assigns dedicated nursing staff in the recovery room. A board-certified anesthesiologist continuously monitors the patient until full alertness is restored, carefully observing for any potential signs of complications.

Before discharge, the operating surgeon conducts an additional examination as a final safety check before the patient leaves the hospital. Discharge at AB is not based solely on time elapsed. The plastic surgeon who performed the procedure personally evaluates the surgical site and the patient’s overall recovery condition. Only when the medical team determines that discharge is safe may the patient return home. At that time, detailed instructions on self-care and precautions are thoroughly explained to support safe recovery.

[After Returning Home] AB Plastic Surgery’s “24-Hour Emergency Call” Support Until Full Return to Daily Life

After leaving the hospital and arriving home, patients may experience sudden concerns or questions. Reassuring patients during this time is also part of a hospital’s responsibility.

AB Plastic Surgery operates a 24-hour emergency call center, allowing patients to quickly connect with medical staff at night or on weekends. A dedicated personal coordinator monitors recovery progress, and even minor post-discharge symptoms can be promptly communicated. This system provides psychological reassurance and plays an essential role in achieving safe and satisfactory surgical outcomes.

AB’s Safety Philosophy Proven Through Official Certifications

AB Plastic Surgery’s safety system is not merely conceptual—it is structurally implemented and officially recognized. This is demonstrated by its designation as an Outstanding Medical Institution by the Ministry of Justice, registration as a Foreign Patient-Attracting Medical Institution with the Ministry of Health and Welfare, and cooperative partnerships with major university hospitals, including Seoul National University Bundang Hospital.

True safety in plastic surgery means maintaining a predictable and well-managed process that minimizes the risk of complications before focusing on results. AB Plastic Surgery integrates every stage—from pre-operative diagnosis to surgery and recovery—into a single, comprehensive safety system, with a clear focus on reducing the likelihood of complications. Safe plastic surgery is completed through the process, not merely the outcome. Healthy beauty begins in an environment where safety is fully secured.

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For further inquiries, please contact AB Plastic Surgery at +82-10-9674-1298 or reach out via WhatsApp using the same number to receive a detailed consultation.

Writer Dr. Ahn Seung-Hyun, AB Plastic Surgery