Dr. Na Jun-chae of Goldman Urology Jamsil has published a research paper proposing a standardized framework for evaluating medical institutions that perform Endoscopic Combined Intrarenal Surgery (ECIRS) for complex kidney stones. Co-authored with Prof. Park Sang-su of Eulji University, the paper was published in the March 2025 issue of the Journal of Standards and Certification Safety.
The study centered on a case involving removal of an 18mm impacted stone at the ureteropelvic junction. The patient had consulted a university hospital, a general hospital, and a private specialty clinic before choosing the private clinic. The paper identified three key decision factors: institutional facilities, surgical team expertise, and quality of physician-patient communication.
While the university and general hospitals had excellent equipment, both fell short in patient communication and scheduling flexibility. Goldman Urology was distinguished by its patient-centered approach to pain management and surgical scheduling. Dr. Na commented: 'Private specialty clinics with adequate facilities and specialized expertise should be recognized as capable of performing complex urological procedures safely.'