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Non-Surgical Shoulder Specialist | Dr. Lee · 4 Patents

A Surgeon Who Now Does
Only Non-Surgical Care

Dr. Rhee Dong Kyu (Yonsei M.D., shoulder & elbow orthopedic specialist, 4 patents) brings thousands of shoulder surgeries worth of experience to ensure patients who don't need surgery never get it. Calcific tendinitis and rotator cuff tears resolved without surgery.

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Patents Held
Yonsei
M.D. Graduate
IBSE
Int'l Shoulder Society
Same Day
Discharge
Why Platinum Clinic

Surgical Experience Perfects Non-Surgical Care

To excel at non-surgical treatment, you must first understand surgery.
Only a surgeon who has seen the anatomy from the inside can deliver precise non-surgical care.

01

A Former Surgeon Now Doing Only Non-Surgical Care

Thousands of shoulder surgeries performed. Only a surgeon who has seen the anatomy from the inside can deliver precise non-surgical treatment.

02

Patented Proprietary Technology

4 patents total (Patent No. 10-2798154 and others). Not imitation — technology independently developed and refined by Dr. Lee.

03

Ligament Tears Only — Complete Focus

Platinum treats only shoulder ligament tears and calcific tendinitis. Focus produces the best outcomes.

04

Same-Day Procedure, Same-Day Discharge

No general anesthesia. Procedure and discharge on the same day. Light daily activities resume the following day.

Signature Procedures

Platinum's Non-Surgical Treatments

The sequence and fit matter more than the treatment type.
After accurate diagnosis, the optimal treatment for each patient is selected.

💎2 Patents

Calcific Aspiration

Calcific Tendinitis

3rd-generation technology removes even hardened calcium in a single session. Crushing then aspirating — not just lavage — maximizes success rate.

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🔗1 Patent

Plication Suture

Partial Rotator Cuff Tear

Suture and fix torn tendons without incision. Particularly effective for articular-side tears. Micro-tunnel bone fixation for strong, durable repair.

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🌿1 Patent

Bone Marrow Stem Cell

Partial Rotator Cuff Tear

Micro-perforations in bone mobilize autologous stem cells. Induces fundamental regeneration of damaged tendons using the latest techniques.

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🩹New Option

Collagen Patch Regeneten

Bursal-Side Partial Tear

A collagen patch placed over the torn surface reinforces the tendon. Over 70% increase in tendon thickness confirmed post-procedure.

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Combined Therapy Options
About Dr. Lee

Dr. Rhee Dong Kyu
Shoulder & Elbow Orthopedic Specialist

  • ✓Yonsei University School of Medicine — M.D.
  • ✓Yonsei Severance Hospital — Orthopedic Surgery Residency
  • ✓IBSE (Int'l Society of Shoulder & Elbow) Certified
  • ✓IOC Advanced Team Physician Course (2015)
  • ✓4 Patents: Calcific Aspiration (×2), Suture, Injection
  • ✓Author: 'Shoulder Pain: Exercise Instead of Surgery'
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“Do not despair when you are told surgery is the only way.

Get an accurate diagnosis, verify whether you qualify for non-surgical treatment, and explore all the latest non-surgical options available to you.”
— Dr. Rhee Dong Kyu, from the Prologue of “Shoulder Pain: Exercise Instead of Surgery”
FAQ

Common Questions About Non-Surgical Shoulder Care

I've had multiple shockwave sessions but my calcific tendinitis isn't resolving.+
Shockwave only stimulates hardened calcium — it does not actually remove it. Chalk-type (hardened) calcium in particular often does not respond to shockwave. Platinum's calcific aspiration physically crushes and aspirates the calcium, enabling complete single-session removal even after failed shockwave therapy.
I was told surgery is necessary. Can this be treated non-surgically?+
Partial rotator cuff tears, small full-thickness tears, and calcific tendinitis can often be treated without surgery. Drawing on thousands of shoulder surgery cases, Dr. Lee precisely distinguishes those who genuinely need surgery from those who can recover with non-surgical care. Judgment is made after accurate MRI and ultrasound diagnosis.
What exactly is calcific aspiration?+
An ultrasound-guided procedure in which a specialized instrument physically crushes calcium deposits in the shoulder tendon, then aspirates and removes them. No general anesthesia required. The procedure takes 30–60 minutes, and same-day discharge is possible. Dr. Lee's 3rd-generation technique holds 2 patents (Patent No. 10-2798154 and others).
Doesn't non-surgical treatment always lead to surgery eventually?+
When the latest techniques are applied to correctly selected candidates, outcomes equivalent to or better than surgery are achievable. The key is precisely distinguishing those who genuinely need surgery from those non-surgical care can resolve. Dr. Lee makes this judgment directly, based on thousands of surgical cases.
I'm looking for a non-surgical orthopedic shoulder specialist in Gangnam.+
Platinum Clinic Orthopedics is located 2 minutes on foot from Sinsa Station in Gangnam, Seoul. We specialize exclusively in non-surgical treatment of shoulder calcific tendinitis and rotator cuff tears. Dr. Lee handles everything from diagnosis to procedures personally. Same-day appointments are available via Naver booking or by calling 02-516-3570.
Can non-surgical treatment work even at an older age?+
Age alone is not a reason for surgery. For older patients, the recovery burden of surgery is often greater — making non-surgical approaches more appropriate in many cases. Candidacy is determined through precise imaging diagnosis.
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