World Best
Stem Cell Body Contouring & Lifting
TheLINE Plastic Surgery
From the beginning, we emphasized the importance of body lines in liposuction.
From the beginning, we developed stem cell liposuction.
From the beginning, we conducted research on AI to build the foundation for stem cell technology.
Since 2007
18 Years of Expertise
in Aesthetic Surgery
Zero Major Medical Accidents
Proven Safety,
Zero Compromise
Core Specialties
Stem Cell Body Contouring
Anti-Aging Lifting Procedures
Total Surgical Cases
Body Contouring: 70,000 cases
Facial Surgery: 50,000 cases
Stem Cell Procedures: 3,000 cases
Global Patient Reach
Patients from 50 countries
worldwide
2024
2004
History
2004
Opening of (former) EnerMed General Surgery Began liposuction and calf reduction procedures
2006
Developed and pioneered Calf Reduction Surgery
2007
Expansion and rebranding as The Line Plastic Surgery Introduced 360° scarless liposuction Launched “Chanel Line” liposuction Published the medical book Calf Aesthetics Introduced 3D Ultrasonic Diagnostic System
2008
Established Stem Cell Research Lab Selected as Calf Surgery Consultant for MediTV
2009
Acquired ISO9001 Certification for plastic surgery medical services
2010
Appointed as official doctor for Let Me In TV show Expanded Body Contouring Center
2011
Launched 4-Specialty Cooperative System: Plastic Surgery, Anesthesiology, General Surgery, Family Medicine
2012
Relocated to new private building in Sinsa-dong, Gangnam Established Liposuction Revision Surgery System Commenced stem cell-based aesthetic research
2013
Opened The Line Thailand Branch 2nd Expansion of Body Contouring Center
2014
Director Jaeho Cho listed in the Global Who’s Who for achievements in liposuction
2016
Earned JCI Accreditation (Joint Commission International) Surpassed 100,000 aesthetic & body surgery cases
2017
Expanded Stem Cell Research Institute
2018
Introduced Integrative Medicine Center Expanded AI Obesity Treatment Center Expanded Fresh Stem Cell Reconstructive Surgery Center
2019
Started Fresh Stem Cell Liposuction Procedures
2021
Further Expansion of Stem Cell Center
2023
All liposuction surgeries incorporated fresh stem cell therapy Officially recognized as Stem Cell Research Division by the Ministry of Science and ICT
Academic Activity
2008
Presented a paper at the international SFCE congress co-hosted by the French Society of Plastic Surgery and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
2009
Korean Society of Aesthetic Surgery: “SILENT SCAR Liposuction Without Visible Incisions” Lecture on PowerJet Liposuction
2010
99th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Society of Aesthetic Surgery: “Chanel Line Scarless Liposuction”
2012
Tokyo Aesthetic Surgery Conference: Presented paper on liposuction using hidden scar techniques
2013
ICAMS: Invited speaker on scarless full-body liposuction
2014
102nd Annual Japanese Society of Aesthetic Surgery: Invited lecture on “Thigh Liposuction for Hip Lift Effect” 22nd Mediterranean Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Conference: Invited lecture on “Scarless Full-Body Liposuction”
2015
Japanese Aesthetic Surgery Conference: RF-assisted lower facial lipocontouring
KAO Spring Meeting: Lower body liposuction using hidden scars
KAO Fall Meeting: Tumescent techniques and clinical applications
2016
Korea, China, Japan conference on plastic surgery : on liposuction_basic to advance The line live workshop : liposuction training for doctor’s
2017
KAO Fall Meeting: Abdominoplasty combined with liposuction
D&PS Journal: Contributed column on liposuction
Korean Anti-Aging Society: Clinical application of adipose-derived stem cells
KAA Spring Meeting: RF-assisted liposuction surgery
KAMAS Spring Meeting: Facial liposculpture of the lower face
KAO Annual Meeting: “Modern Line Liposuction”
2018
Slim Korea Fat Contouring Society
KAS Fall Meeting: “Cannula Motion in Modern Liposuction”
Chaired Body Contouring Session
The Line x JoyMB Live Workshop: Liposuction training for doctors
KAO Spring Meeting: Historical review of liposuction
2019
KAO Autumn Scientific Congress
Mevos International Congress of Aesthetic Surgery and Medicine
Asia International Forum of Aesthetic Medicine
2021
Live Liposuction Surgery YouTube Seminar
2022
Korean Association for Obesity Research Autumn Congress
2023
KAO 38th Spring Scientific Congress
AFAS 2023 – Asia Forum of Aesthetic Surgery
2024
KOAT Spring Congress, Korean Association of Obesity and Aesthetic Treatment
Korea’s Stem Cell Plastic Surgery Clinic, Recognized by the Media
Global TheLINE
A World-Class Certified Institution
A hospital that trains doctors worldwide and leads research in stem cell aesthetic plastic surgery
JCI Accreditation Survey Process
The only plastic surgery clinic in Korea to be certified
Successfully accredited for 4 consecutive years (2015–2018)
289 evaluation standards
1,149 assessment criteria
7 out of 14 categories received a perfect score
Recognized as a medical institution on par with university hospitals. Proven excellence in medical technology, service systems, operations, and safety
Demonstrating compliance with international healthcare standards
JCI Accreditation Survey Process
TheLINE × Makeover TV Show Let Me In
Through the hit makeover show Let Me In, which sparked a nationwide plastic surgery trend, The Line earned widespread recognition for its excellence in liposuction, abdominoplasty, and facial surgeries — establishing its reputation as a top body contouring clinic in Korea.
Certified by Official Government Institutions
Enhanced safety through collaboration with university hospitals
An emergency response system connected in real time with leading university hospitals in Seoul,
ensuring safer and higher-quality medical services.
International Quality Certification for Plastic Surgery Medical Services
Designated by the Ministry of Health and Welfare Official Medical Institution for International Patients
Gangnam Severance Hospital Affiliated Partner Hospital
Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital Affiliated Partner Hospital
Kyung Hee University Medical Center Affiliated Partner Hospital
Tel: +82-10-9868-0252
Location
The Line Plastic Surgery Clinic,
4th, 5th, 6th Floors, Dongnam Building,
65 Garosu-gil, Sinsa-dong，Seoul, South Korea.
Monday – Friday : 9:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Saturdays: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday & Public Holidays Closed
65 Garosu-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul | Medical Institution Name: The Line Plastic Surgery Clinic | Representatives: Dr. Cho
Jae-Ho, Dr. Chung Yoo-Suk
Business Registration Number: 211-09-47501
65 Garosu-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul | Medical Institution Name: The Line Plastic Surgery Clinic | Representatives: Dr. Cho
Jae-Ho, Dr. Chung Yoo-Suk
Business Registration Number: 211-09-47501
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