Prof Ki Hyung Kim | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Ki Hyung Kim is a leading expert in gynecologic oncology and robotic surgery 🧬🤖. With an MD and Ph.D. from Pusan National University and a visiting professorship at Yale University 🌍🎓, he has authored over 200 scientific publications and led multiple cancer research projects 🔬📚. His research addresses ovarian cancer, endometriosis, and minimally invasive techniques. He holds a U.S. patent for an anti-cancer drug innovation 💊 and has published five medical textbooks. As an educator, innovator, and clinician, Prof. Kim advances women’s health through global research and medical excellence 👩‍⚕️🌟.

Prof Ki Hyung Kim, Pusan National University School of Medicine, South Korea

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🎓 Education 

Prof. Dr. Ki Hyung Kim earned his MD (1985–1991) and Ph.D. in Medicine (1999–2001) from Pusan National University School of Medicine 🎓⚕️. He completed his residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Pusan National University Hospital (1995–1999) 🏥👨‍⚕️. His academic career began as an Assistant Professor (2001), followed by promotion to Associate Professor (2005) and then Professor (2011–present) 📘🏅. Notably, he expanded his global expertise during his tenure as a Visiting Professor at Yale University School of Medicine (2006–2008) 🌍🔬. His educational journey reflects a lifelong commitment to women’s health and clinical excellence.

👩‍⚕️ Experience

Prof. Ki Hyung Kim has over three decades of medical and academic expertise in obstetrics, gynecology, and oncology 🩺🎓. After earning his MD (1991) and Ph.D. (2001) from Pusan National University, he completed a residency in OB-GYN and began his academic career as Assistant Professor (2001), rising to Associate Professor (2005) and then Full Professor (2011–present) at Pusan National University School of Medicine 🏥📚. His international profile was enriched through a Visiting Professorship at Yale University (2006–2008) 🌍🧬. Prof. Kim’s career reflects deep commitment to teaching, research, and clinical excellence in women’s health 👩‍⚕️🔬.

📖 Books 

Prof. Ki Hyung Kim has authored five influential medical textbooks focused on gynecology, endoscopic surgery, and chronic pelvic pain 📚🩺. His works include Chronic Pelvic Pain (2023) 📖, a detailed exploration of diagnostic and therapeutic approaches, and Gynecology (5th and 6th editions, 2015 & 2021) 🧬, widely used in medical education. Gynecologic Oncology (2020) 🎗️ covers clinical and surgical management of women’s cancers, while Endoscopic Surgery in Obstetrics and Gynecology (2018) 🤖 guides minimally invasive procedures. These books are essential references for clinicians, researchers, and students in advancing women’s healthcare knowledge and surgical practice globally 🌍📘.

🏆 Contributions 

Prof. Kim has led pioneering advancements in gynecologic oncology and minimally invasive surgery 🧬🤖, notably in pelvic pain management and robotic techniques. His impactful research has earned Best Paper Awards 🏆 and national recognition. As an editorial board member of SCI(E) journals 📖🌐, he influences global scientific dialogue. Through active roles in medical societies 🩺👥, he drives clinical innovation and surgical training. His work has improved patient care outcomes 🏥💡 and expanded evidence in women’s health, especially through novel surgical approaches and multidisciplinary collaboration for endometriosis and gynecologic cancer treatment 🔍👩‍⚕️.

🔍 Research Focus

Prof. Kim’s research centers on gynecologic oncology, minimally invasive and robotic surgery, and the management of chronic pelvic pain disorders such as endometriosis and adenomyosis 🧬🤖🩺. His work explores clinical innovation in ovarian, cervical, and uterine cancers, emphasizing laparoscopic and robotic techniques for safer, more effective treatment outcomes 🔍👩‍⚕️. He integrates clinical trials, translational research, and multidisciplinary collaboration to develop advanced protocols for diagnosis, prevention, and therapy 💉🔬. With a focus on personalized medicine, surgical precision, and improved patient recovery, Prof. Kim contributes extensively to global advancements in women’s reproductive health 🌍💡.

📚 Publications

Comparison of Surgical Outcomes Between Single-Site Laparoscopic Adenomyomectomy and Fundusectomy: Experience from a Single Center
Authors: Jeong, J.H.; Kim, Y.R.; Kim, B.R.; Lee, J.W.; Oh, S.Y.; Yun, J.H.; Han, M.S.; Song, Y.J.; Kim, K.H.
Journal: Journal of Clinical Medicine (2025)

Ribosomal Proteins Mediate Non-Canonical Regulation of Gut Inflammatory Signature by Crop Contaminant Deoxynivalenol
Authors: Kim, J.; Song, B.; Kim, K.H.; Moon, Y.
Journal: Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety (2025)

Clinical Outcomes of Poly(ADP–Ribose) Polymerase Inhibitors as Maintenance Therapy in Patients with Ovarian Cancer in the Southeastern Region of Korea
Authors: Ha, H.I.; Yoon, H.J.; Song, C.; Kim, E.T.; Suh, D.S.; Kim, K.H.; Na, Y.J.; Song, Y.J.
Journal: Current Oncology (2024)

Leveraging Xenobiotic-Responsive Cancer Stemness in Cell Line-Based Tumoroids for Evaluating Chemoresistance: A Proof-of-Concept Study on Environmental Susceptibility
Authors: Kim, K.H.; Lee, S.J.; Kim, J.; Moon, Y.
Journal: International Journal of Molecular Sciences (2024)

Pulmonary Cryptococcosis Masquerading as Lung Metastasis in Gynecologic Cancers: Two Case Reports
Authors: Lee, S.Y.; Song, Y.J.; Lee, G.; Yoon, H.J.; Choi, K.U.; Suh, D.S.; Kim, K.H.
Journal: Medicine (2023)

Preoperative Haematologic Markers for the Differentiation of Endometrial Cancer from Benign Endometrial Lesions in Postmenopausal Patients with Endometrial Masses
Authors: Song, Y.J.; Kim, H.G.; Yoon, H.J.; Choi, K.U.; Suh, D.S.; Kim, K.H.
Journal: Cancer Management and Research (2023)

The Discrepancy Between Preoperative Tumor Markers and Imaging Outcomes in Predicting Ovarian Malignancy
Authors: Shin, K.H.; Kim, H.H.; Yoon, H.J.; Kim, E.T.; Suh, D.S.; Kim, K.H.
Journal: Cancers (2022)

Mrs Rosemary Qummouh | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Mrs. Rosemary Qummouh 🎓 is a lecturer at Western Sydney University 🇦🇺 and a practicing mental health social worker 🧠. With over a decade of experience in academia and practice, she focuses on trauma, mental health, and refugee well-being 🌍. Currently pursuing her PhD, she has completed 5 research projects and is engaged in 4 ongoing studies 📊. Her work includes 6 journal publications 📚, 6 patents 🧪, and multiple cross-institutional collaborations 🤝. Passionate about social justice and culturally responsive care, she bridges research and real-world impact to uplift marginalized communities 💬🌱.

Mrs Rosemary Qummouh, Western Sydney University, Australia

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Mrs. Rosemary Qummouh holds a strong academic foundation in social sciences and mental health. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from the University of New England (1991–1994) 🏛️, followed by a Bachelor of Social Work from Western Sydney University – Bankstown Campus 📚. To deepen her expertise in mental health care, she further pursued a Master’s in Counselling at the same university 🧠💬. Her diverse educational background equips her with a multidisciplinary approach, essential for addressing complex societal issues, especially in areas like trauma, refugee support, and cross-cultural mental health care. 🌍💡👩‍🎓

Experience 💼

Since February 2011, Mrs. Rosemary Qummouh has been serving as an Academic at the School of Social Sciences, Western Sydney University – Parramatta Campus 📍. With over a decade of experience in higher education, she has contributed significantly to teaching, mentoring, and curriculum development in social sciences and counselling 🧠📖. Her academic role is rooted in practical social work, and she actively integrates real-world issues into her teaching, particularly focusing on trauma, refugee mental health, and culturally responsive practices 🌐💬. Her long-term commitment demonstrates a passion for education, equity, and community empowerment. 🎓🤝💼

Research Contributions 📘

Mrs. Rosemary Qummouh has made impactful contributions to the fields of social work, mental health, and refugee support. Her research explores critical issues such as the effects of COVID-19 on social work practices 🦠📚 and the development of culturally tailored support for Syrian and other refugees in Australia 🏠🕊️. She has led studies on self-care among social work students and the link between trauma and chronic illness in refugee women 💔🧬. Her work fosters collaborative care models, strengthens professional identity, and enhances the well-being and community integration of vulnerable populations 🤝🌱💡.

Research Focus🌱

Mrs. Rosemary Qummouh’s research centers on enhancing social work practices in the fields of mental health and refugee support 🤝🧠. She investigates the impact of COVID-19 on social work methodologies 🦠📖, develops tailored support systems for refugees in Australia 🏠🕊️, and leads innovative projects on self-care for social work students 🌿🎓. Her work also delves into the relationship between trauma and chronic illness in refugee women 💔🩺. Through these efforts, she aims to improve service delivery, strengthen professional identity, and foster collaborative practices that uplift vulnerable communities and support their well-being and integration 🌈🏘️.

Publications 📚

Psychosocial Interprofessional Perinatal Education: Design and Evaluation of an Interprofessional Learning Experience to Improve Students’ Collaboration Skills in Perinatal Care
Authors: H. Keedle, V. Stulz, J. Conti, R. Bentley, T. Meade, R. Qummouh, P. Hay, et al.
Journal: Women and Birth, Vol. 36(4), e379–e387, 2023

Discourses and Practices in Social Work and Trauma-Focused Work with Syrian and Other Refugees
Authors: R. Qummouh, S. Linnell
Book: Handbook of Critical Whiteness: Deconstructing Dominant Discourses Across Professions, 2024

COVID-19 in the UAE: Social Work, Human Rights, and Mental Health
Authors: A. Albrithen, L. Briskman, R. Qummouh
Journal: Journal of Human Rights and Social Work, Vol. 9(2), 304–316, 2024

Social Work Students’ Reflections on Self-Care While Completing Field Education During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: S. Harris, R. Qummouh, M.V. Dalziel
Journal: Australian Social Work, Vol. 78(1), 71–82, 2025

My Pillow Is Filled with Tears… Syrian Refugees’ Journey to Australia: Narratives of Human Courage and Resilience
Authors: R. Qummouh, S. Linnell, S. Slewa-Younan, S. Harris
Journal: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, Vol. 22(5), 691, 2025

A Practical Guide to Therapeutic Work with Asylum Seekers and Refugees
Review by: R. Qummouh
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers