Welcome Message



Dear colleagues & friends
As the blue veil of COVID-19 seems to be slowly receding, the Korean Hernia Society is to hold the 16th Congress of the KHS & 1st International Symposium 2022 in Seoul on 8 and 9 July 2022. Although the event will vary depending on the change of the pandemic situation, it will virtually be held both online and offline.

This symposium is historic as the first international symposium held by the Korean Hernia Society. Communication through APHS and EPHS were the main venues for networking in the past. This year as a starting point, we are committed to moving one step closer to the center of international communication. The scientific program that includes both the basics and the latest trends on hernia can be a terrific chance for academic exchange between the participants. Indeed it is also an excellent opportunity to build friendships.

Seoul is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Feel the vibe of Seoul and participate in wonderful academic exchanges.

We hope you are in good health and will see you in Seoul in the summer of 2022.




President of KHS
Gil Ho Kang  M.D., Ph.D


Chairman, Organizing committee
Hyung Jin Kim M.D., Ph.D


Scientific committee
Seong-Ho Kong  M.D., Ph.D