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Yes, foreign doctors can train in Korea. OLA Korea is a K-Aesthetic training center led by board-certified plastic surgeons, delivering English-language training in Busan and Seoul. Practice on real patients under direct faculty supervision, or observe live procedures. No Korean license required.
Who this is for
OLA Korea trains foreign doctors and licensed practitioners from any country. For hands-on formats you use your home-country license — no Korean license is required. Observation is open to anyone.
Physicians & Surgeons
MD, DO
Learn non-surgical K-Aesthetic core procedures hands-on, and if you are a surgeon, add the SMAS surgical lifting track for advanced structural technique.
Injectors & Dentists
NP, PA, RN, Dentist
Nurse practitioners, physician assistants, RNs with injector certification, dentists, and oral surgeons train hands-on on real patients within their licensed scope.
Observers
No License Needed
Not ready for hands-on, or exploring the field? The Observation Course is open to anyone — watch live Korean procedures with faculty commentary.
Hands-on eligibility: a valid license from your home country — MD, DO, NP, PA, RN with injector certification, dentist, oral surgeon, or equivalent. Verified before your booking is confirmed. No Korean license required.
Compare the formats
OLA Korea offers four programs. Three are core formats built around how much hands-on time and privacy you want; the fourth is a dedicated thread-lift specialty course. Follow the links to the detailed page for each.
01 — Most Personalized
Private one-to-one training with maximum live-patient time. Three non-surgical core modules, plus an optional SMAS surgical track for surgeons and a SHIYA 20 digital microscope track. Flexible from one day.
02 — Collaborative
2 to 4 licensed practitioners share the same hands-on curriculum in a collaborative format, with shared case discussion and peer learning alongside faculty surgeons.
03 — Open to Anyone
Up to 4 observers watch live procedures with case-by-case faculty commentary. No license required, no hands-on component — ideal for exploring K-Aesthetic technique first.
04 — Specialty Track
A focused course on Korean PDO and MINT thread lifting with a 1:1 live patient ratio, taught by our board-certified plastic surgeons for licensed injectors.
Explore each program
Each program has its own detailed page with modules, eligibility, and scheduling. Start with the one that matches your license and goals, then apply.
1:1 Hands-on
Private, fully customized scheduling. Three non-surgical core modules plus SMAS surgical and SHIYA 20 digital tracks.
View 1:1 programSmall Group
2 to 4 peer clinicians. Same hands-on curriculum, collaborative format, shared case discussion.
View group programObservation
Watch live procedures with case-by-case faculty commentary. Up to 4 observers, no license needed.
View observation courseSpecialty
Advanced Korean thread lifting with a 1:1 live patient ratio for licensed injectors.
View thread lift trainingWhy OLA Korea
01 — Real Patients
In the hands-on formats you treat real patients under the direct supervision of faculty surgeons — not mannequins or video alone. Observation is available separately for those who prefer to watch first.
02 — Faculty
Training is led by Dr. Jennifer Song, MD, PhD, and board-certified Korean plastic surgeons with decades of clinical and surgical experience — not general instructors.
03 — No Korean License
Foreign doctors do not need a Korean license. Your valid home-country license qualifies you for hands-on training, and observation is open to everyone.
04 — English Delivery
All training is in English, supported by real-time translation app tools. You are also welcome to bring your own interpreter so technique and safety are conveyed clearly.
05 — Two Cities
Train at our Busan flagship, Song Jennifer Plastic Surgery Clinic, or with Seoul faculty partner clinics in Gangnam and Yongsan. The two cities are an easy same-day round trip.
Peer-Reviewed Evidence
Faculty Director Jennifer K. Song lead-authored research showing PDO-barbed thread crisscross pattern produces fivefold stronger fibrogenesis than fan-shaped implantation, supporting longer-lasting facial rejuvenation outcomes.
Song JK, et al. Aesthetic Surgery Journal, 2021;41(7):NP875-NP886. View on PubMed
Faculty
Director
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon · Director, OLA Korea
Specialist in SMAS facelifts and MINT Cog techniques. Dr. Song's approach focuses on the intersection of surgical precision and minimally invasive longevity. Member of KSPRS, KSAPS, IPRAS, and KAAR.
Publication Lead author, Aesthetic Surgery Journal (2021): peer-reviewed primary research on PDO-barbed thread crisscross pattern. View on PubMed
Co-Faculty
Director, BCI Plastic Surgery
Eye revision and anti-aging specialist. Contributes mid-face vector planning and combination protocol for thread sequencing on the periorbital region.
Additional rotating faculty contribute to the curriculum. View full faculty
Location
Train at our Busan headquarters or with Seoul faculty partner clinics. The two cities are an easy same-day round trip via KTX, SRT, or domestic flights — see our travel guide.
Busan Headquarters
145 Bunpo-ro, Nam-gu, Busan · W Square 2F #2039-2. Premium private clinic environment, 1:1 reservation system.
Travel & visit guideSeoul Faculty Clinics
Faculty partner clinics in Gangnam and Yongsan. Faculty-dependent scheduling. The specific clinic is confirmed at acceptance.
Venue overviewIssued by OLA Korea after your program. Documents attendance and clinical scope. It does not replace your local medical license or board certification — clinical privileges remain governed by your home regulatory body.
As a registered Korean corporation, OLA Korea provides visa invitation letters and program confirmation documents after acceptance to support your visa application. Approval remains the embassy's discretion.
FAQ
Yes. OLA Korea is a K-Aesthetic training center that welcomes foreign doctors and licensed practitioners from any country. Training is delivered in English by board-certified Korean plastic surgeons in Busan and Seoul, with formats ranging from 1:1 hands-on training on real patients to observation of live procedures.
No Korean license is required. For hands-on formats you need a valid medical or aesthetic license from your home country, such as MD, DO, NP, PA, RN with injector certification, dentist, or oral surgeon. The observation course is open to anyone and requires no license at all.
Yes. In the 1:1 and small group hands-on formats, you practice on real patients under the direct supervision of faculty surgeons, not on mannequins or simulators alone. Hands-on eligibility is verified against your home-country license before your booking is confirmed.
OLA Korea offers three core formats: 1:1 Hands-On Training with fully personalized scheduling and maximum live-patient time, Small Group Training for 2 to 4 practitioners sharing the same hands-on curriculum, and an Observation Course for up to 4 observers with no license requirement. A dedicated Advanced PDO and MINT Thread Lift Training is also available.
All training is conducted in English. Faculty are supported by real-time translation app tools for clinical terminology, and you are welcome to bring your own interpreter if you prefer. This ensures technique, safety, and case discussion are conveyed without communication gaps.
Yes. A Certificate of Completion is issued after your program. As a registered Korean corporation, OLA Korea also provides visa invitation letters and program confirmation documents that can support your visa application. Visa approval remains the decision of the relevant embassy or immigration authority.
Apply through our application form at olakorea.com/apply and book a free consultation via Cal.com to choose your format and dates. Fees are quoted after consultation and include training materials, supplies, the certificate, and lunch. Accommodation and transport are excluded, though Seoul and Busan are an easy same-day round trip via KTX, SRT, or domestic flights.
Apply to reserve your dates, or book a free consultation to choose the format that fits your license and goals. English-language training in Busan and Seoul, for licensed practitioners worldwide.