Curriculum Vitae

Yeonhak Kim

  • Research Fellow

    • Industry-Academic Cooperation Foundation, Kyung Hee University

  • Adjunct Professor

    • Department of Acupuncture, Pusan National University School of Korean Medicine
Address

Kyung Hee University Hospital at Gangdong, 892, Dongnam-ro, Gangdong-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea

Email

kimyh930@gmail.com

Yeonhak Kim

Professional Summary

Yeonhak Kim is a specialist in Acupuncture & Moxibustion Medicine, serving as an Adjunct Professor at Pusan National University School of Korean Medicine and a Research Fellow at Kyung Hee University. He holds RMSK certification as an ultrasound specialist, with expertise in ultrasound-guided needle interventions and elastography for quantifying muscle stiffness. His research focuses on integrating advanced scientific technologies into Korean Medicine, such as ultrasound-based diagnostic and therapeutic approaches. Recently, he has been developing and conducting studies applying Multiomics and Artificial Intelligence to Korean Medicine.

Educations

  • 2024

    Ph.D. of Korean Medicine

    • Pusan National University, Republic of Korea

  • 2016

    Master of Korean Medicine

    • Pusan National University, Republic of Korea

  • 2010

    Bachelor of Science in Molecular Life Science

    • Hanyang University, Republic of Korea

Licenses

  • 2024

    Korean Board of Acupuncture & Moxibustion Medicine

  • 2016

    Licensed to Practice Korean Medicine in Korea

Certifications

  • 2023

    Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Education Instructor

    • Korean Medicine Association

  • 2023

    Musculoskeletal Sonography Certification

    • Alliance for Physician Certification & Advancement

  • 2020

    Korean Medicine Obesity Treatment Certification

    • Korean Medicine Obesity Society

  • 2018

    Sonography Principles & Instrumentation Certification

    • Alliance for Physician Certification & Advancement

  • 2016

    Commendation

    • Korean Medicine Association

Awards & Honors

  • 2023

    Commendation

    • Pusan National University Korean Medicine Hospital

  • 2023

    New Outstanding Researcher Award

    • Society of Korean Acupuncture & Moxibustion Medicine

  • 2023

    Award for Excellence in Medical Hackathon

    • Pusan National University

Experiences

  • 2024 - Present

    Adjunct Professor

    • Department of Acupuncture, Pusan National University School of Korean Medicine
    • - Teaching courses related to acupuncture and Korean medicine.
    • - Supervising student research projects and clinical practice.

  • 2024 - Present

    Research Fellow

    • Industry-Academic Cooperation Foundation, Kyung Hee University
    • - Engaged in collaborative research projects with industry partners.
    • - Focused on the development and application of Korean medical techniques.

  • 2023 - 2023

    Assistant Lecturer

    • Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Training (2 sessions, June & September), Korean Medicine Association
    • - Assisted in teaching musculoskeletal ultrasound techniques.
    • - Provided hands-on training and educational support.

  • 2022 - 2024

    Research Project Manager

    • National Research Project on Korean Medicine, South Korea
    • - Led systematic reviews and randomized controlled trials (RCTs).
    • - Developed electronic Case Report Forms (eCRFs) and managed data collection and analysis.
    • - Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements and quality standards.

  • 2021 - 2024

    Resident in Acupuncture & Moxibustion Medicine

    • Pusan National University Korean Medicine Hospital, Busan, South Korea
    • - Conducting clinical research on the optimization of Korean medical techniques.
    • - Providing advanced medical care and training to junior medical staff.

  • 2022 - 2023

    Chief Resident (Nov 2022 - Sep 2023)

    • Pusan National University Korean Medicine Hospital, Busan, South Korea
    • - Represented all residents in hospital duties.
    • - Acted as a liaison between residents and hospital administration.
    • - Coordinated and supervised the activities of residents across departments.

  • 2023 - 2023

    Clinical Training Coordinator (Nov 2023 - Dec 2023)

    • Ministry of Health and Welfare, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Pusan National University
    • - Turkmenistan Medical Professionals Korean Medicine Clinical Training
    • - Organized and scheduled educational programs.
    • - Managed and coordinated training sessions and instructors.

  • 2020 - 2021

    Intern

    • Jaseng Hospital of Korean Medicine, Changwon, South Korea
    • - Provided comprehensive patient care under supervision.
    • - Participated in various clinical training programs.

  • 2018 - 2019

    Lecturer

    • Pusan National University, Department of Korean Medicine, Busan, South Korea
    • - Taught courses in Korean Medicine to graduate students.
    • - Developed and graded examinations, and advised students on academic progress.

  • 2018 - 2020

    Public Health Korean Medicine Doctor

    • Goseong Health Center, Goseong, South Korea
    • - Provided medical consultations and treatments to patients.
    • - Conducted health education programs for the local community.

  • 2017 - 2018

    Health Sub-center Director

    • Goseong Health Sub-center, Goseong, South Korea
    • - Managed the health center operations.
    • - Organized and implemented public health initiatives.

  • 2016 - 2016

    Researcher

    • Pusan National University Clinical Research Center for Korean Medicine, Busan, South Korea
    • - Conducted clinical trials and research projects.
    • - Collaborated with the Korean Medicine Research Institute on various studies.

Publications

  • 2024

    Pharmacopuncture Therapy as an Adjunctive Treatment for Patients with Lumbar Spinal Stenosis: A Pragmatic Randomized Controlled Pilot Trial

  • 2023

    Effect and Safety of Combining Pharmacopuncture Therapy and Acupotomy in the Treatment of Patients with Degenerative Lumbar Spinal Stenosis: a Study Protocol for a Pragmatic, Assessor-Blinded, Randomized, Controlled Trial

  • 2023

    Evaluating the efficacy of moving cupping for chronic low back pain using shear wave elastography: A parallel-arm, randomized controlled trial

  • 2023

    Clinical Effects of Moving Cupping Therapy Combined with Thread-Embedding Acupuncture for Chronic Nonspecific Neck Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial

  • 2023

    Add-on Effect and Safety of Pharmacopuncture Therapy in the Treatment of Patients with Lumbar Spinal Stenosis

  • 2022

    Treatment of Peripheral Facial Palsy with Skin Damage Caused by Folk Remedies Using Korean Medicine: A Case Report

  • 2022

    The Risk of Applying Moving Cupping Therapy to A Patient with Chronic Lumbar Pain Previously Treated with Gold Thread Therapy

  • 2022

    Treatment of Lumbosacral Radiculopathy with Acupuncture and Medical Herbs: Four Case Reports

  • 2022

    Adverse Events of Electronic Moxibustion Treatment for Knee Osteoarthritis: Case Reports and a Literature Review

  • 2022

    Adverse Events of Thread Embedding Acupuncture for the Musculoskeletal Conditions and Diseases: A Narrative Review of Clinical Studies

  • 2015

    Effect of Preservation Conditions on the Stability of Samul-tang Decoctions

Translations

  • 2024

    Cupping Therapy for Bodyworkers: A Practical Manual

    • Author: Ilkay Zihni Chirali
    • Translation Contributor: Yeonhak Kim
    • Publisher: Hanmi Medical
    • Publication Date: May 10, 2024

  • 2021

    Cupping Therapy [3rd Edition, Hardcover]

    • Author: Ilkay Zihni Chirali
    • Translation Contributor: Yeonhak Kim
    • Publisher: Hanmi Medical
    • Publication Date: Sep 10, 2021