Dr. John Won

Medical Philanthropy

Dr. John Won is a seasoned oral and maxillofacial surgeon with over 20 years of experience in both clinical practice and academic settings. He operates POMS Oral & Facial Surgery across multiple locations in North Carolina, including Greensboro and Charlotte. Dr. Won also manages Athena Skin & Body, a private practice specializing in aesthetic services. He has an extensive background in oral surgery, having served as an adjunct clinical professor at the University of North Carolina, where he helped educate future surgeons. Alongside his professional career, Dr. Won is deeply committed to medical philanthropy, particularly in underserved regions like the mountainous areas of Guatemala. Since 2020, he has been volunteering his surgical skills to provide critical oral healthcare to indigenous communities with limited access to medical services. Dr. Won’s dedication to improving healthcare globally is evident in his work as a physician volunteer with the American Red Cross and his ongoing efforts to inspire others to engage in philanthropic healthcare endeavors.

More About Dr. John Won.

  • Education:
    • M.D., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, School of Medicine, 2002
    • D.D.S., Columbia University, School of Dental Medicine, 1999
    • B.S. in Biological Science, University of California, Irvine, 1993
  • Expertise:
    • Board-Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
    • Specializing in complex facial and oral surgical procedures
    • Adjunct Clinical Professor, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill (2008–2017)
    • Extensive experience with both private practice and hospital-based care, including roles at WakeMed and Rex-UNC Hospital
  • Memberships:
    • American Medical Society
    • North Carolina Medical Society
    • Wake County Medical Society
    • American College of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
    • Fellow, American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
  • Volunteer Work:
    • American Red Cross Volunteer Physician (2018–Present)
    • Volunteer oral surgeon in Guatemala since 2020, providing medical care to underserved communities in rural, mountainous regions
    • Leader in mobile clinics, offering essential healthcare services to indigenous populations without access to basic medical facilities
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Dedicated to advancing healthcare and giving back to underserved communities.
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Monday - Friday: 9:00-5:30

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Charlotte, NC