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Opinion Leaders in Aesthetics · Korea

Master
K-Aesthetic
Techniques

Train directly with board-certified Korean plastic surgeons in Busan and Seoul. 1:1 hands-on programs designed for international practitioners.

Next Event OLA 2026 Injection Tour · Aug 11
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Busan & Seoul

7 Board-Certified Faculty

7

Board-Certified Faculty

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Training Programs

2

Cities — Busan & Seoul

1:1

Personalized Training

About OLA Korea

Excellence in
K-Aesthetic Education

OLA (Opinion Leaders in Aesthetics) is a global aesthetic education network. OLA Korea delivers world-class training programs connecting international practitioners with Korea's most advanced clinical techniques.

1:1 Personalized Training

Customized one-on-one sessions tailored to your skill level and clinical goals, guided by OLA-certified faculty. Each module is a full day of intensive, hands-on practice in a real clinical environment.

K-Aesthetic Techniques

Korea's leading injection, thread lifting, SMAS facelift, and combination treatment protocols used in real clinical settings.

Global OLA Network

Join a worldwide community of aesthetic opinion leaders. Connect, collaborate, and grow with peers from across the globe.

SHIYA 20 · 3D Exoscope

Partnered with MediThinQ for cutting-edge 3D visualization. Enhance precision with SCOPEYE and 3D AddON systems.

Upcoming Events

What's Next at
OLA Korea

Training programs, B2B workshops, and global gatherings. Next on the calendar — a six-day OLA 2026 injection tour across California and New York.

Next Up OLA Global · Flagship

Injection 2026 Tour
OLA 2026 Get-Together Training

August 11–16, 2026 · California → New York

The first official OLA 2026 educational gathering — designed to establish K-Aesthetic philosophy, confirm the OLA 2026 educational direction, and strengthen global community alignment. A two-leg tour: Foundations of Injection Techniques in Fullerton, California (Aug 11–12), followed by the three-day OLA 2026 flagship program in New York City (Aug 14–16).

California Leg · Aug 11–12

Foundations of Injection Techniques

Two-day hands-on, preparation-driven course on toxin mixing, cannula handling, and K-Aesthetic workflow — hosted at SOCO Clinic, Fullerton, CA. CA-licensed practitioners only; model/patient required for hands-on.

Pricing (USD)

  • Aug 11 · Day 1$3,000
  • Aug 12 · Day 2$4,000
  • 2-Day Bundle$5,500
  • Observation$2,000

New York Flagship · Aug 14–16

Day 1 · B2C $100

The Art of K-Aesthetic Consultation

August 14 (Friday)

  • OLA 2026 Vision & Global Direction
  • K-Aesthetic Consultation Logic
  • Facial Analysis & Aesthetic Diagnosis
  • Patient Communication & Expectation
  • Case-Based Consultation Demo
  • Community Networking
Day 2 · Hands-On $3,000

Foundations of Multi-Modality Injection

August 15 (Saturday)

  • Toxin Mixing & Dilution Strategies
  • Syringe Preparation & Setup
  • Needle vs. Cannula Selection
  • Cannula Handling & Safety
  • Dermashine / Injector Techniques
  • Workflow Optimization
  • Hands-On Station Rotation
Day 3 · Advanced $4,000

Advanced & Individualized Combination Aesthetics

August 16 (Sunday)

  • Botulinum Toxin — Dr. Kim
  • PDO Threads — Dr. Song
  • Filler & Skin Booster — Dr. Koh
  • RegenGlow / PRF — Dr. Park
  • Live Full-Face Combination Demo
  • Clinical Decision-Making

California Leg · Aug 11–12

VenueSOCO Clinic, Fullerton
1400 N Harbor Blvd #103, Fullerton, CA 92835

RequirementCA license for hands-on · model/patient required

PricingFrom $3,000 / day · 2-Day Bundle $5,500 · Observation $2,000

New York Flagship · Aug 14–16

VenueKoh Aesthetic Clinic, NYC
501 5th Ave. Ste. 1203, New York, NY 10017

Hours9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Max. 20 participants

RequirementNY State license required for hands-on

NYC Pricing

  • Day 1 (B2C)$100
  • Day 2 (B2B Hands-On)$3,000
  • Day 3 (B2B Advanced)$4,000
  • Day 2 + Day 3 Bundle$5,500
  • Observation (Day 2+3)$2,000
Full details at byola.com
Recently at OLA Korea

Thailand MINT
Live Academy

Pattern Recognition for Variable Kinetic Tissue Mobility

On May 19, 2026, a delegation of Thai aesthetic physicians joined OLA Korea in Busan for a full day of MINT thread-lift training — a pattern-recognition lecture, a live demonstration, and hands-on observation with our faculty.

May 19, 2026 Believe Sewoong Hospital, Busan Thai Aesthetic Physicians Lecture · Live Demo · Hands-On
OLA Korea faculty performing a live MINT thread-lift demonstration

Live Demonstration

OLA faculty perform a MINT thread-lift step by step for the visiting physicians.

Thailand MINT Live Academy program booklet

Academy Program

The official Thailand MINT Live Academy curriculum booklet.

Video

Procedure Footage

Real-time MINT vector placement and anchoring technique.

MINT pattern-recognition lecture at the Thailand MINT Live Academy

Pattern-Recognition Lecture

Reading each patient's tissue mobility before selecting a thread pattern.

Live MINT thread-lift demonstration room with attending physicians

Demonstration Room

Visiting physicians observe the live procedure up close.

Thai physicians at a hands-on MINT thread-lift session

Hands-On Session

Thai aesthetic physicians practice MINT technique with faculty guidance.

Planning a private MINT or injection workshop for your clinic or physician group?

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Faculty

Learn from
Korea's Best

Board-certified plastic surgeons from Seoul and Busan's top clinics. Each faculty member brings deep expertise in K-Aesthetic techniques and hands-on training.

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7 Specialists

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Dr. Jennifer K. Song, MD, PhD — Director of OLA Korea
Director · Faculty Lead

Jennifer K.
Song

MD, PhD · Korean Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Head Director · Song Jennifer Plastic Surgery, Busan

SMAS Facelift MINT Thread Face-Neck Lift Breast

6 peer-reviewed publications in Aesthetic Surgery Journal, Archives of Plastic Surgery, and more.

  • ›Board Member, Korean Academic Assoc. of Rejuvenation (KAAR)
  • ›Member — KSPRS · KSAPS · IPRAS
  • ›Global Instructor, MINT Lifting Thread (HansBiomed)
  • ›Advisor, CGbio Natural Breast · Founding Member, Belluna
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BK

Byung-Chul Kim

BCI Plastic Surgery

Gangnam, Seoul

Eye Surgery Eye Revision Anti-Aging

Best Member, Korean Society of Plastic Surgeons (2021). OLA Member.

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MK

Moon-Seok Kang

WJ Wonjin Plastic Surgery

Seocho, Seoul

Rhinoplasty Lifting Contouring & Jaw

Director, WJ Wonjin. Clinical Professor, Soonchunhyang Univ. Hospital. APS Member.

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SS

Sun-Ho Song

Divine Plastic Surgery

Gangnam, Seoul

Eye Rhinoplasty Lifting Breast

Academic Director, Korean Society of Plastic Surgeons. MINT Lifting Key Doctor.

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HJ

Hoon Jin

IDEA Plastic Surgery

Gangnam, Seoul

Facial Bone Contouring Rhinoplasty

Director. Facial bone surgery & soft tissue analysis specialist.

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WY

Won-Young Yoon

MEND Clinic

Yongsan, Seoul

Skin Laser Lifting Pigmentation

Korea University Med. Korean Society of Craniofacial Surgery member.

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GY

Gyeong-Han Yoo

Geunal Plastic Surgery

Gangnam, Seoul

Eye Rhinoplasty Revision Male

Kyung Hee University Med. Let Me In Thailand Season 12 surgeon.

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Programs

Training Programs

3 non-surgical core modules across 1:1, Group, and Observation — plus SMAS Surgical and SHIYA 20 Digital as separate 1:1 tracks. Flexible multi-module scheduling across 1 or more days.

Private Hands-On Contact for pricing

1:1 Training

Private training with OLA faculty. Mix and match modules across flexible days — your schedule is custom-built around your learning goals.

Requires injector or medical license MD · NP · PA · Nurse Injector · Dentist

3 Non-Surgical Core Modules

  • Foundations of Injection Techniques
  • PDO Thread Lifting & Multi-Modality Injection
  • Advanced & Individualized Combination Aesthetics

+ 2 Separate Tracks (1:1 Exclusive)

  • SMAS Facelift & Surgical Lifting Korea Signature
  • SHIYA 20 & Digital Aesthetics MediThinQ
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2-4 Participants Contact for pricing

Group Training

Same 3 non-surgical core modules as 1:1 Training, adapted for small-group collaborative learning. Flexible multi-module scheduling across 1 or more days.

Requires injector or medical license MD · NP · PA · Nurse Injector · Dentist

3 Non-Surgical Core Modules

  • Foundations of Injection Techniques
  • PDO Thread Lifting & Multi-Modality Injection
  • Advanced & Individualized Combination Aesthetics

SMAS Surgical & SHIYA 20 tracks available only via 1:1 Training.

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Up to 4 Observers Contact for pricing

Observation Course

Observe real procedures performed by OLA faculty. Choose one or more observation modules across flexible days.

Open to anyone No license or medical background required

3 Non-Surgical Core Modules

  • Foundations of Injection Techniques
  • PDO Thread Lifting & Multi-Modality Injection
  • Advanced & Individualized Combination Aesthetics

+ 2 Separate Observation Tracks

  • SMAS Facelift & Surgical Lifting Korea Signature
  • SHIYA 20 & Digital Aesthetics MediThinQ
Learn More

For thread-focused training, see the PDO Thread Lift Training in Korea guide.

For Companies & Partners

B2B Training

We design and deliver delegated training programs for medical device companies, clinics, and academies. Partners bring the demand — OLA executes with quality.

  • Partner-Delegated Workshops (1–2 days)
  • Custom Curriculum Design
  • Faculty & Venue Coordination
  • Group Certification & Follow-up
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Training-Linked

Equipment Support

Enhance your training with advanced medical devices. Available for partner training sessions, demo events, and short-term rental.

  • SHIYA 20 3D Exoscope (Available Now)
  • Partner Training Enhancement
  • Demo & Short-term Rental
  • Rental from $2,000 — adjustable by duration
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Online Learning

Train Anywhere, Anytime

Master K-Aesthetic techniques with premium video courses — taught by OLA Korea faculty surgeons.

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Facial Analysis & K-Aesthetic Consultation

Theory · Case Review · Consultation Frameworks

  • K-Aesthetic proportions & golden ratios
  • Ethnic facial analysis by region
  • Patient consultation & expectation management
  • Real case before/after breakdown
  • Comprehensive treatment planning
Available after license verification
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Multi-Modality Injection Masterclass

Toxin · Filler · Thread · Combination Protocols

  • Botulinum toxin: zones, dosing & refinement
  • HA filler: lips, tear trough & midface volume
  • PDO thread lifting — mono & cog techniques
  • Multi-modality combination protocols
  • Vascular complication recognition & management
Available after license verification
Coming Soon

SMAS Facelift Surgical Course

Surgical Anatomy · Technique Series · Live OR Footage

  • SMAS anatomy & facial retaining ligaments
  • MACS & extended SMAS dissection approach
  • Deep plane facelift step-by-step
  • Live operating room surgery footage
  • Complication avoidance & revision strategies
Available after license verification
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Verify your injector or medical license to access online courses

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Behind the scenes of K-Aesthetic training in Busan

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MediThinQ

Official Technology Partner

Partnership

MediThinQ Partnership

OLA Korea has partnered with MediThinQ, a leading Korean medical device company, to bring cutting-edge 3D visualization technology to our training programs.

SHIYA 20

Next-generation digital 3D exoscope with up to 20x magnification. Ultra-precise stereoscopic visualization for aesthetic surgery — lightweight, portable, and training-ready.

  • Stereoscopic 3D visualization up to 20x
  • SCOPEYE Eyes Up Display integration
  • 3D recording & playback for training
  • Compatible via 3D AddON & MetaSCOPE

Training Modules

01 SHIYA 20 device operation & setup

02 3D-guided aesthetic procedure techniques

03 SCOPEYE wearable display integration

04 3D recording for case documentation

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MediThinQ · SHIYA 20 · SCOPEYE · 3D AddON · OLA Global · byola.com · Busan Center · Seoul Network
MediThinQ · SHIYA 20 · SCOPEYE · 3D AddON · OLA Global · byola.com · Busan Center · Seoul Network
Training Centers

Busan & Seoul

OLA Korea operates training centers in Busan and Seoul, providing accessible K-Aesthetic education across Korea's two largest cities.

Busan — Main Center

Song Jennifer Plastic Surgery Clinic

Song Jennifer Plastic Surgery

The official OLA Korea training center in Busan. Experience K-Aesthetic procedures first-hand in a real clinical setting. Operated by a single board-certified specialist, offering hands-on training in facelift, filler, botulinum toxin, thread lifting, and more.

145 Bunpo-ro, Nam-gu, Busan

W Square #2039 (2F, next to VIPS)

By appointment only

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Seoul

Seoul Training Centers

Training sessions in Seoul are conducted at OLA Korea faculty clinics. Each session takes place at the faculty member's own clinic.

Gangnam, Seoul

BCI Plastic Surgery · Divine PS · IDEA Clinic · Geunal PS

Seocho, Seoul

WJ Wonjin Plastic Surgery

Yongsan, Seoul

MEND Clinic

By appointment only

FAQ

Frequently Asked
Questions

Eligibility depends on the program type:

Observation Course — Open to anyone. No license or medical background required. Ideal for those exploring K-Aesthetic medicine or considering a career change.

1:1 Training & Group Training (Hands-On) — Requires a valid injector or medical license. Accepted credentials include: MD / DO, Nurse Practitioner (NP), Physician Assistant (PA), Registered Nurse with injector certification (RN / Aesthetic Nurse), Dentist / Oral Surgeon, and equivalent licensed injectors.

Online Courses — Same eligibility as hands-on programs. Any licensed injector or medical professional may apply. License verification is completed within 24 hours via the Online Courses page.
All training sessions are conducted in English. Our faculty members are experienced in teaching international participants.
Program fees include all training materials, hands-on practice supplies, certificate of completion, and lunch during training days. Accommodation and transportation are not included.
Contact us via email at [email protected] or through Instagram @ola_korea_official. We will guide you through the registration process and schedule your preferred dates.
Yes, all participants who complete the program receive an official OLA Korea Certificate of Completion.
Yes, OLA Korea (registered corporation) can issue official invitation letters to support your visa application for training purposes.
We have training centers in both Busan (Song Jennifer Plastic Surgery Clinic) and Seoul (faculty partner clinics in Gangnam and Yongsan areas).
Accommodation is not included in the program fee, but we can recommend nearby hotels and accommodations. Visit our Visit page for detailed information.
1:1 Training is one participant per session. Group Training accommodates 2-4 participants. Observation Courses can host up to 4 observers.
Deposits are refundable up to 30 days before the training date. Cancellations within 30 days may forfeit the deposit. Full details will be provided upon registration.
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in Korea?

Contact us for program details, scheduling, and registration. All programs are by appointment only.

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Program Inquiry

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Registration, scheduling, and general inquiries.

Training Center

Song Jennifer Plastic Surgery

Tel. 010-8567-4124

145 Bunpo-ro, Nam-gu, Busan

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