Korean Dental Association Hosts Seminar on International Career Expansion for Dentists
The Korean Dental Association will host a seminar on November 8, 2026, aimed at helping dentists understand the complexities of practicing abroad, dentalnews.or.kr reported. The event, held at the Seoul ST Science and Technology Convention Center, will cover market conditions in the Middle East and Asia and license acquisition.
Seminar Details and Key Sessions
The one-day seminar is divided into two parts. Topics include investment potential, partnership structures, and regulatory considerations. Afternoon sessions will address license recognition and practical procedures. Jo Seung-guk, CEO of K-DAC, will outline requirements for Korean dentists to obtain licenses in foreign countries, while Park Hyeon-sik, director of Haim Dental, will guide participants through clinical collaboration and licensing procedures.
During the morning session, Hwang Ui-tae, a specialist at Daesung Global, and Yi Yu-seung, a specialist at Asia Dental Partners, will discuss market environments in the Middle East and Asia, including investment opportunities, partnership structures, and considerations for establishing medical institutions.
1:1 Counseling and Industry Collaboration
Attendees can seek guidance on license validation, market entry, and regulatory hurdles. The event is open to all licensed dentists, with online registration required.
The counseling booth will include GHKOL specialists from KHIDI, who will provide tailored advice on foreign license recognition and regulatory compliance. Participants can also receive guidance on understanding the practical steps of starting a medical practice abroad.
Strategic Context: Domestic Challenges and Global Opportunities
“The KDA is exploring a two-pronged policy of promoting the reduction of dental school enrollment while supporting the overseas expansion of domestic dentists,” said Lee Sang-gu, a KDA official. This dual approach reflects the association’s efforts to address domestic challenges, such as oversupply of dentists, while creating new opportunities for professionals in international markets.
Registrations Open for International Career Support
Online registration is required for the November 8, 2026, seminar, which is open to all licensed dentists. The event aims to equip participants with actionable strategies for entering foreign markets, including insights into licensing processes and partnerships.
Key Takeaways
- The seminar on November 8, 2026, addresses international licensing, market entry, and collaboration strategies for Korean dentists.
- Experts from Daesung Global and Asia Dental Partners will lead sessions on Middle Eastern and Asian market opportunities.
- 1:1 counseling with KHIDI professionals will offer personalized guidance on foreign license recognition and regulatory compliance.
- The event reflects the Korean Dental Association’s focus on supporting dentists amid domestic enrollment declines and global career expansion.
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