About LEDAS Varicose Vein Clinic in Busan

What is LEDAS Varicose Vein Clinic?

LEDAS is a clinic that focuses on one thing: diagnosing and treating diseases of the leg veins. Dr. Kim Byoung Joon began concentrating on varicose vein treatment in 2001 and gave the clinic its current name, LEDAS, in 2015. Today the clinic sees patients from Busan, from across Korea and from 37 countries.

The name is also a description of the method. LEDAS stands for L aser, E ndovenous, D uplex guided, A blation and S clerotherapy. In practice this means closing faulty veins from the inside with a laser fiber, and treating smaller and hidden veins with injections guided by ultrasound. You can read how these parts fit together in the LEDAS treatment system .

What are the clinic's vision and mission?

The clinic's stated vision is to become a world standard for varicose vein treatment. Its symbols are pure water, a dense forest and healthy legs. The mission rests on four pillars:

1. Basic – a strong institutional foundation, built on accredited safety systems.
2. Responsibility – taking responsibility for each patient's leg health, not just a single procedure.
3. Research – continuous study and specialization in vein disease.
4. Lifetime management – long-term follow-up to protect results.

Who is Dr. Kim Byoung Joon?

Dr. Kim Byoung Joon is a thoracic and cardiovascular surgeon. All of his medical training took place at Pusan National University, including his medical degree, internship and residency in thoracic and cardiovascular surgery, and a master's degree; he is a Ph.D. candidate there. He is a founding member of the Korean Society for Phlebology, a lifetime member of the Korean Society for Thoracic & Cardiovascular Surgery and director of its Busan·Ulsan·Gyeongnam branch, and a former adjunct professor at Pusan National University medical school. See his full profile on Dr. Kim Byoung Joon's page , and meet the medical and nursing team , all of whom are registered nurses.

Which accreditations and awards does LEDAS hold?

Accreditation

LEDAS has been accredited by Joint Commission International for four consecutive cycles: 2015–2018, 2019–2022, 2022–2025 and 2025–2028. A JCI survey checks about 1,200 items covering patient safety, infection control and quality of care. Details are on our JCI accreditation page. The clinic also holds KAHF accreditation from Korea's Ministry of Health and Welfare for hospitals serving foreign patients (2019–2027) and GHA accreditation (2023) – see KAHF and GHA accreditation .

Recognition

Recognition includes a Prime Minister's Citation for Global Healthcare (2023), Korea's first ESQR Quality Choice Prize (Stockholm, 2025), the Grand Prize at the Busan Medical Industry Awards, a Busan City commendation (2025), selection as an innovative institution at HiPex 2019, and a Marquis Who's Who listing for Dr. Kim (2018). The full list is on awards and recognition , and the timeline is on history and milestones .

What is the clinic like inside?

The clinic occupies the 12th floor of the Yeonggwang Book building in central Seomyeon. The waiting area is separate from treatment areas, with stools for resting your legs, and changing rooms have shoe sterilizers and foot sinks. LEDAS designed its own table for standing ultrasound exams, because vein reflux shows best when you stand. An air filtration system runs around the clock, and "LEDAS Road" is a walking route used after treatment. Take a tour on clinic facility and outpatient center .

Equipment

• Ultrasound: four Philips EPIQ Elite vascular ultrasound units for diagnosis, guidance during treatment and follow-up.
• Laser: two 1940nm diode lasers (Diotech) for endovenous laser treatment.

Safety

Safety measures include a 6-stage infection control system, an AED with CPR-trained staff, an ACLS-certified attending physician, backup power (UPS) and regular safety training. Read more on patient safety and infection control .

What else does LEDAS do beyond treatment?

• Teaching: LEDAS Academy offers physician training in EVLT, foam sclerotherapy, sclerotherapy and ultrasound diagnostics.
• Research: the clinic's work includes a study on subjective symptoms as indicators of varicose veins – see research and publications .
• Community: charity treatment and local sports partnerships – see social contribution .
• International network: 12 remote consultation centers in 7 countries and a 2026 partnership with Renmedes clinic in Taiwan – see partner network .

How do we write and review this website?

Medical content on this site follows our editorial policy : facts come from the clinic's own records and established medical knowledge, and pages are reviewed by Dr. Kim. We avoid claims that cannot be verified. Your rights as a patient – including information, consent, privacy, a second opinion and access to complaints and mediation – are explained on patient rights, complaints and dispute resolution .

LEDAS history highlights

About LEDAS – frequently asked questions