Woon Tak Yuh, MD

Spine Surgeon · AI Researcher · Educator

I'm a neurosurgeon specializing in minimally invasive spine surgery. I spend my days operating, researching clinical AI applications, and training the next generation of spine surgeons.

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I operate

Currently, I serve as Director of the Spine Endoscopy Center at Davos Hospital, where I specialize in Unilateral Biportal Endoscopy (UBE) — a cutting-edge minimally invasive technique for treating various spinal conditions.

Previously, I was Assistant Professor in the Department of Neurosurgery at Hallym University Dongtan Sacred Heart Hospital.

15+
Years of Experience
UBE
Subspecialty
AI
Research Focus

I research

My research bridges clinical practice and artificial intelligence. I'm passionate about using AI to improve diagnosis, treatment planning, and surgical outcomes in spine surgery.

11
h-index
30+
Presentations
10+
Workshops Led
50+
Publications

Research Areas

Endoscopic Spine SurgeryView papers
Clinical AI ApplicationsView papers
Surgical Outcome AnalysisOngoing
Minimally Invasive TechniquesOngoing

I teach

I'm committed to educating the next generation of spine surgeons through comprehensive training programs. From simulation to live surgery, I help surgeons worldwide master endoscopic techniques.

2024 – 2025

International Training Center

Training international physicians in advanced endoscopic spine surgery techniques. Surgeons from 10+ countries worldwide.

2024 – 2025

Beginner Workshop Series

Comprehensive training program for surgeons new to endoscopic techniques.

Dummy WorkshopLive Pig WorkshopCadaver Workshop

I'm connected

I actively contribute to the medical community through various academic societies and editorial roles.

KOMISS
Academic Secretary
KOSESS
Research Committee
Neurospine Journal
Editor
Korean Society of Spine Surgery
Lifetime Member · IT Committee
NASS
Full Member
KASS
Full Member

Let's connect

Interested in collaboration, training programs, or just want to chat about spine surgery? I'd love to hear from you.

© 2025 Woon Tak Yuh, MD. Seoul, South Korea.