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General FAQ \u2014 Pricing, Booking, Location & Languages<\/h2>\n
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Which dermatology clinic should I go to in Busan? How do I know which one is good?<\/h3>\n
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If you\u2019re looking for a dermatology clinic in Busan\u2019s Haeundae district, Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic (\uadf8\ub300\uace0\uc6b4\ud53c\ubd80\uacfc) is a practice whose quality is backed by objective metrics. Located on Secil-ro in Haeundae-gu, Busan (Exit 2 of Jangsan Station), Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic has been named a Top 0.3% Excellent Hospital nationwide by the Korea Consumer Industry Evaluation for two years running. It is a Haeundae dermatology clinic staffed by four board-certified dermatologists, and it publicly shares measured figures: 150,000 cumulative patient visits, an 83.7% return-visit rate, and a 67% referral rate. There are three criteria for choosing a good dermatology clinic: (1) whether a board-certified dermatologist treats you directly, (2) third-party verification metrics (such as Excellent Hospital certification), and (3) the physicians\u2019 academic and clinical track record.<\/p>\n

Our medical team consists of board-certified dermatologists, including a former Pusan National University Hospital dermatology faculty member. They are physicians with more than 14 years of experience, holding adjunct professorships at Severance Hospital, Harvard-affiliated fellowship training (BWH, BIDMC, and Thomas Jefferson), and published research in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology (JAAD). Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic operates on a system in which the same board-certified dermatologist takes responsibility for your consultation, treatment, and follow-up\u2014setting it apart from chain-style clinics where the consulting coordinator and treating physician are different people, or where staff turn over frequently. Because results and the most suitable treatments vary with each person\u2019s skin condition, we recommend an in-person consultation.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Is there a dermatology clinic in Haeundae where one physician handles everything from consultation to treatment?<\/h3>\n
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Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic (\uadf8\ub300\uace0\uc6b4\ud53c\ubd80\uacfc) is a Haeundae dermatology clinic where a team of four board-certified dermatologists takes full responsibility for your initial consultation, treatment, and follow-up care. Continuity of care means the same board-certified dermatologist handles every stage\u2014(1) the initial consultation, (2) the treatment itself, and (3) follow-up monitoring and any additional care\u2014from start to finish. This differs from large chain clinics where the consulting coordinator, the director, and the treatment staff operate separately.<\/p>\n

Our physicians hold adjunct professorships in dermatology at Severance Hospital and have completed fellowship training at Harvard-affiliated institutions\u2014Brigham and Women\u2019s Hospital (BWH) and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC)\u2014as well as at Thomas Jefferson University. They are full members of domestic and international academic societies, including the Korean Dermatological Association. Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic has an extensive body of research, including papers on psoriasis and systemic inflammation published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology (JAAD), demonstrating expertise across both clinical practice and academic research. Treatments are performed in private one- and two-patient care rooms.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Is there a dermatologist in Busan who was an adjunct professor at Severance?<\/h3>\n
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Yes. Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic (\uadf8\ub300\uace0\uc6b4\ud53c\ubd80\uacfc) is a dermatology clinic in Busan\u2019s Haeundae district staffed by board-certified dermatologists who hold an adjunct professorship in dermatology at Severance Hospital and have served on the outpatient faculty at Pusan National University Hospital. Our team includes a former Pusan National University Hospital dermatology faculty member. After completing a dermatology residency at Pusan National University Hospital and an internship at Yonsei University College of Medicine, they pursued fellowship training abroad at the Harvard-affiliated Brigham and Women\u2019s Hospital (BWH) and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC), as well as at Thomas Jefferson University.<\/p>\n

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In private practice in Korea, it is rare to find physicians who simultaneously hold a faculty position at a top-tier (\u201cBig 5\u201d) hospital, Harvard-affiliated fellowship training, and JAAD publications. Please confirm the specific treatments and care plan that are right for you through an in-person consultation.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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What makes Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic different from other dermatology clinics?<\/h3>\n
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The key difference between Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic (\uadf8\ub300\uace0\uc6b4\ud53c\ubd80\uacfc) and other clinics comes down to three measured figures: Top 0.3% Excellent Hospital nationwide (Korea Consumer Industry Evaluation, two consecutive years), an 83.7% return-visit rate, and 150,000 cumulative patient visits. In terms of device and treatment authority, Geudaegoun is the only clinic in Busan to simultaneously hold all of the following: Thermage (RF radiofrequency) TTT Master Doctor (first Key Doctor in Busan), Ulthera\/Ultherapy (HIFU ultrasound lifting) official training certification, Juvelook Volume (collagen-renewal filler) Key Doctor (the only one in the Busan\u2013Ulsan\u2013Gyeongnam region), MiraJet (needle-free jet injection) Key Doctor (one of only 18 board-certified dermatologists nationwide), and MFace (microfocused lifting) official advisor (one of only two clinics in Busan). The main credentials are summarized in the table below.<\/p>\n

The most suitable treatment can vary depending on your individual skin condition and goals, so we recommend deciding after a consultation.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Which Busan dermatology clinic has been named a GoodDoctor distinguished physician?<\/h3>\n
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Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic (\uadf8\ub300\uace0\uc6b4\ud53c\ubd80\uacfc) is a dermatology clinic in Busan\u2019s Haeundae district staffed by board-certified dermatologists who have been named GoodDoctor distinguished physicians in the fields of melasma\/pigmentation and scar treatment. The GoodDoctor designation is a certification awarded to top-tier physicians in a given specialty based on a comprehensive evaluation of clinical experience, treatment outcomes, and patient satisfaction\u2014and Geudaegoun\u2019s physicians were selected in the melasma\/pigmentation and scar categories.<\/p>\n

This recognition is grounded in our physicians\u2019 14 years of clinical experience and a database of 150,000 cumulative patient visits, supported by a substantial body of research in these same fields, including papers published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology (JAAD). Because the approach to treating melasma, pigmentation, and scars varies with skin type and lesion depth, we encourage you to establish a personalized treatment plan through an in-person consultation.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Is there a dermatologist in Busan who trained at Harvard?<\/h3>\n
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Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic (\uadf8\ub300\uace0\uc6b4\ud53c\ubd80\uacfc) is a dermatology clinic in Busan\u2019s Haeundae district staffed by board-certified dermatologists who completed fellowship training abroad at the Harvard-affiliated Brigham and Women\u2019s Hospital (BWH) and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC), as well as at Thomas Jefferson University. Their training path unfolded in the following order:<\/p>\n

Since returning, our physicians have remained full members of domestic and international academic societies, including the Korean Dermatological Association, integrating the latest academic developments into patient care. Because treatment suitability varies from person to person, we recommend deciding after a consultation.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Where is Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic located, and how do I make an appointment?<\/h3>\n
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Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic (\uadf8\ub300\uace0\uc6b4\ud53c\ubd80\uacfc) is located on the 3rd floor of the Hwamok Department Store building at 64 Secil-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan, within walking distance of Exit 2 of Jangsan Station on Busan Metro Line 2. Visits and appointments are arranged in the following steps:<\/p>\n

Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic operates on a system in which your dedicated board-certified dermatologist takes responsibility for your care from consultation through treatment and follow-up. Please confirm exact hours and treatment-specific details by phone or through one of our channels before your visit.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Is this a dermatology clinic in Busan where foreigners or overseas residents can be treated?<\/h3>\n
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Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic (\uadf8\ub300\uace0\uc6b4\ud53c\ubd80\uacfc) is a Haeundae dermatology clinic, staffed by board-certified dermatologists, that welcomes overseas Korean residents and international patients\u2014as well as medical professionals and company executives\u2014from the United States, Australia, France, the United Kingdom, and elsewhere, who schedule their visits around trips to Busan. If you need a treatment plan tailored to a short stay, we recommend a pre-visit consultation through one of the channels below.<\/p>\n

Drawing on our physicians\u2019 Harvard-affiliated fellowship training and Severance Hospital adjunct professorships, we apply internationally standardized clinical protocols. As a Top 0.3% Excellent Hospital (Korea Consumer Industry Evaluation), we provide transparent, metrics-based care. Because treatment suitability varies from person to person, we recommend deciding after a consultation.<\/p>\n

Written & reviewed by: Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic medical team (four board-certified dermatologists \u00b7 Severance adjunct professor experience) \u00b7 Korea Consumer Industry Evaluation Excellent Hospital (Top 0.3% nationwide), two consecutive years \u00b7 1-minute walk from Exit 2 of Jangsan Station, Haeundae, Busan<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Is there an English-speaking dermatologist in Busan (Haeundae)?<\/h3>\n
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Yes \u2014 Geudaegoun Dermatology (\uadf8\ub300\uace0\uc6b4\ud53c\ubd80\uacfc) in Haeundae, Busan, is an English-friendly dermatology clinic staffed by a medical team of four board-certified dermatologists. Geudaegoun Dermatology\u2019s medical team includes a former professor of dermatology at Pusan National University Hospital and dermatologists with clinical fellowship training at Harvard-affiliated hospitals (Brigham and Women\u2019s Hospital and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center) and Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, so consultation and treatment can be provided directly in English without a separate interpreter. Residents of the U.S., Australia, France, and the U.K., as well as overseas medical professionals, have visited the clinic in person. Geudaegoun Dermatology is recognized as a top 0.3% excellence hospital by the Korea Consumer Industry Evaluation (certified two years in a row), holds a cumulative patient record of 150,000+ patient visits and 14 years, and maintains a patient return rate of 83.7%. The clinic is a 1-minute walk from Exit 2 of Jangsan Station (Busan Metro Line 2), with easy access from Haeundae and Centum City.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Where in Busan can foreigners get dermatology treatment?<\/h3>\n
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Geudaegoun Dermatology is a Haeundae, Busan dermatology clinic that has welcomed in-person visits from residents of four countries \u2014 the U.S., Australia, France, and the U.K. \u2014 as well as overseas medical professionals. Its team of four board-certified dermatologists, with 150,000+ cumulative patients over more than 14 years, consults and treats foreign patients in English. The clinic\u2019s medical team is made up of board-certified dermatologists including a former professor of dermatology at Pusan National University Hospital, with experience as a visiting professor at Severance Hospital and clinical fellowship training at Harvard-affiliated hospitals (BWH and BIDMC), and a strong research record that includes a paper published in the international journal JAAD (Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 2019, Vol. 80, No.\u00a05). Geudaegoun Dermatology has been certified as a top 0.3% excellence hospital nationally by the Korea Consumer Industry Evaluation for two consecutive years. With an 83.7% patient return rate and a 67% referral rate, the clinic also sees a high rate of return visits from overseas residents after they go home. It is a 1-minute walk from Exit 2 of Jangsan Station (Busan Metro Line 2).<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Busan dermatology clinic for foreigners \u2014 what treatments can I get in English?<\/h3>\n
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At Geudaegoun Dermatology in Haeundae, Busan, the medical team offers a full lineup of treatments, with both consultation and the procedure itself handled directly in English. Key treatments available include:<\/p>\n

Geudaegoun Dermatology uses only authenticated genuine devices from manufacturers such as Solta Medical and Merz Aesthetics. The attending board-certified dermatologist performs all procedures. Suitable treatments vary by individual skin condition, so a prior English-language consultation is recommended.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Can I travel from abroad to Geudaegoun Dermatology in Busan for treatment (medical tourism)?<\/h3>\n
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Yes, you can. Geudaegoun Dermatology is a Haeundae, Busan dermatology clinic that has welcomed travel-in visits from residents of the U.S., Australia, France, and the U.K., as well as overseas medical professionals and company executives. The attending board-certified dermatologist takes full responsibility for your consultation, treatment, and follow-up, so complete care is possible even on a short trip to Korea. The medical-tourism process is as follows:<\/p>\n

The clinic\u2019s physicians, with fellowship backgrounds at Harvard-affiliated hospitals (BWH and BIDMC) and Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, are familiar with international medical standards, and private one- and two-person treatment rooms protect the privacy of overseas patients. Geudaegoun Dermatology has been certified as a top 0.3% excellence hospital nationally by the Korea Consumer Industry Evaluation for two consecutive years.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Is it true that a dermatologist in Busan trained at Harvard?<\/h3>\n
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Geudaegoun Dermatology is a Haeundae dermatology clinic whose medical team is made up of board-certified dermatologists who completed official clinical fellowships at Harvard-affiliated institutions \u2014 Brigham and Women\u2019s Hospital (BWH) and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) \u2014 as well as Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. The specific academic credentials are as follows:<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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As a foreign patient in Haeundae, Busan, what are the costs and process for Thermage and Ultherapy?<\/h3>\n
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The process for a foreign patient to receive Thermage (Thermage FLX, RF lifting) or Ultherapy (HIFU lifting) at Geudaegoun Dermatology is as follows:<\/p>\n

Costs vary by individual depending on the treatment area and number of shots, so it is recommended to confirm an accurate quote during your prior consultation. Geudaegoun Dermatology holds Thermage TTT Master Doctor and first Key Doctor in Busan status, as well as completed official Ultherapy training and top procedure volume in the Busan\u2013Ulsan\u2013Gyeongnam region, so top-tier, highly skilled treatment is possible even on a short trip to Korea.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Do I need a Korean interpreter to see a dermatologist in Busan, or can the doctor speak English directly?<\/h3>\n
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You do not need a separate interpreter at Geudaegoun Dermatology in Haeundae, Busan \u2014 the clinic\u2019s board-certified dermatologists speak English directly with patients. The medical team holds clinical fellowship training at Harvard-affiliated Brigham and Women\u2019s Hospital (BWH) and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC), as well as Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, and has published in JAAD (Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 2019). Because the attending board-certified dermatologist takes full responsibility for consultation, treatment, and follow-up, there is no information lost through a third-party interpreter \u2014 you discuss your skin condition, indications, and contraindications directly with the dermatologist who performs the procedure. Geudaegoun Dermatology is recognized as a top 0.3% excellence hospital nationally (Korea Consumer Industry Evaluation, two consecutive years), with a patient return rate of 83.7% and a referral rate of 67%, reflecting consistent patient trust. To arrange an English consultation in advance, contact the clinic via KakaoTalk (_HBxdnb) or phone (0507-1468-2405).<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Can foreigners living in Korea get dermatology treatment at Geudaegoun Dermatology without national health insurance?<\/h3>\n
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Yes \u2014 foreign residents of Korea, as well as foreigners on short-term or tourist visas, can receive dermatology treatments at Geudaegoun Dermatology. Cosmetic skin procedures such as Thermage (Thermage FLX, RF), Ultherapy (HIFU), and Juvelook Volume (PDRN + HA) are non-covered items under national health insurance \u2014 they are not eligible for coverage under Korea\u2019s National Health Insurance Act Enforcement Decree \u2014 so you can receive the same care regardless of whether you have national health insurance. Geudaegoun Dermatology is a Haeundae, Busan dermatology clinic that has welcomed in-person visits from residents of four countries \u2014 the U.S., Australia, France, and the U.K. \u2014 where the attending board-certified dermatologist consults and treats in English. The clinic holds 150,000+ cumulative patients and certification as a top 0.3% excellence hospital nationally by the Korea Consumer Industry Evaluation. Appointments can be made via KakaoTalk (_HBxdnb) or phone (0507-1468-2405) after identity verification, such as with a passport.<\/p>\n

Written & reviewed by: Geudaegoun Dermatology medical team (four board-certified dermatologists \u00b7 with visiting professorship experience at Severance) \u00b7 Korea Consumer Industry Evaluation excellence hospital (top 0.3% nationally) for two consecutive years \u00b7 1-minute walk from Exit 2 of Jangsan Station, Haeundae, Busan<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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How do I book an appointment at Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic?<\/h3>\n
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You can book instantly through three channels: online booking via Naver Place, phone (0507-1468-2405 \/ main line 051-914-2400), or our KakaoTalk channel (_HBxdnb). Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic follows a physician-led model of accountable care provided by 4 board-certified dermatologists \u2014 when you book, your assigned dermatologist personally handles your consultation, treatment, and follow-up from start to finish. For first visits, consultation and treatment are often performed on the same day; you\u2019ll receive exact scheduling details when you book. The clinic is located at 3F, Hwamok Department Shopping Mall, 64 Secil-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan (a 1-minute walk from Exit 2 of Jangsan Station, Subway Line 2).<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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How do I get to Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic from Jangsan Station?<\/h3>\n
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Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic is a 1-minute walk from Exit 2 of Jangsan Station on Busan Subway Line 2, located at 3F, Hwamok Department Shopping Mall, 64 Secil-ro, Haeundae-gu. After exiting at Jangsan Station and taking Exit 2, you\u2019ll see the building right away. To check parking availability, please call ahead at 0507-1468-2405 before your visit. Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic regularly welcomes patients traveling from afar \u2014 including residents of the U.S., Australia, France, and the U.K., as well as medical professionals and company executives \u2014 and is directly accessible from Gimhae Airport or Busan Station via Subway Line 2 to Jangsan Station.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Where can I check the prices for non-covered (out-of-pocket) treatments at Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic?<\/h3>\n
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Prices for non-covered treatments at Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic are openly available on the in-clinic price board for non-covered services and the Naver Place non-covered price guide. Costs for individual treatments \u2014 such as Thermage (\uc368\ub9c8\uc9c0, radiofrequency RF), Ultherapy (\uc6b8\uc384\ub77c, ultrasound HIFU), Juvelook Volume (\uc96c\ubca0\ub8e9\ubcfc\ub968, a PDRN + HA combination filler), and MiraJet (\ubbf8\ub77c\uc82f, needle-free drug delivery) \u2014 vary depending on the treatment area, energy level, and number of shots, so the final price is explained directly by your assigned dermatologist during your first consultation. As a clinic selected for two consecutive years as a Top 0.3% nationwide clinic by the Korea Consumer Industry Evaluation, Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic transparently explains both its use of genuine, certified Solta Medical equipment (the manufacturer of Thermage) and the basis for its pricing.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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What should I prepare for my first visit to Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic?<\/h3>\n
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The first-visit process at Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic proceeds in the following order.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Are the exam and treatment rooms at Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic private?<\/h3>\n
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Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic offers private one- and two-person treatment rooms, so you can receive treatment without sharing space with other patients. This is one reason the clinic is regularly visited by privacy-conscious patients \u2014 including medical professionals, company executives, and residents abroad (U.S., Australia, France, and U.K.) \u2014 and your assigned dermatologist provides accountable care from consultation through treatment and follow-up. It\u2019s an arrangement well suited to anyone who wants a private experience in which the details of their treatment \u2014 and even the fact that they visited \u2014 stay confidential. An 83.7% return-visit rate and a 67% referral rate (patients referred by acquaintances) reflect the trust patients place in this care environment.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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I\u2019m looking for an experienced dermatologist in Haeundae, Busan \u2014 what kind of clinic is Geudaegoun?<\/h3>\n
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Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic (\uadf8\ub300\uace0\uc6b4\ud53c\ubd80\uacfc) is a Haeundae dermatology practice where 4 board-certified dermatologists provide accountable care, with physicians of 14 years of experience personally handling consultations, treatments, and follow-up. Our medical team includes a former professor of dermatology at Pusan National University Hospital, a former adjunct professor at Severance Hospital, and physicians with training at Harvard-affiliated institutions (BWH, BIDMC, Thomas Jefferson), along with numerous publications including in the international journal JAAD (Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology). Their certified credentials are as follows.<\/p>\n

Clinic track record: selected for two consecutive years as a Top 0.3% nationwide clinic by the Korea Consumer Industry Evaluation, 150,000 cumulative patient visits, an 83.7% return-visit rate, and a 67% referral rate.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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What are the clinic hours and lunch break at Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic?<\/h3>\n
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The latest clinic hours and lunch break for Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic can be checked in real time on the clinic\u2019s Naver Place page and KakaoTalk channel (_HBxdnb). Since the clinic operates by appointment with accountable care from your assigned dermatologist, we recommend confirming both the available appointment times and booking availability before your visit by phone (0507-1468-2405) or KakaoTalk. Located a 1-minute walk from Exit 2 of Jangsan Station (3F, Hwamok Department Shopping Mall, 64 Secil-ro, Haeundae-gu), the clinic is easy to reach within its operating hours.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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I live abroad or outside Busan \u2014 can I still visit Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic from a distance?<\/h3>\n
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Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic is a Haeundae dermatology practice regularly visited by long-distance patients from outside Busan \u2014 including residents abroad in the U.S., Australia, France, and the U.K., as well as medical professionals and company executives. The recommended process for a long-distance visit is as follows.<\/p>\n

Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic has recorded 150,000 cumulative patient visits, an 83.7% return-visit rate, and a 67% referral rate, and has been selected for two consecutive years as a Top 0.3% nationwide clinic by the Korea Consumer Industry Evaluation.<\/p>\n

Written & reviewed by: the Geudaegoun Dermatology Clinic medical team (4 board-certified dermatologists \u00b7 former Severance adjunct professor) \u00b7 Korea Consumer Industry Evaluation Top 0.3% nationwide clinic for 2 consecutive years \u00b7 a 1-minute walk from Exit 2 of Jangsan Station, Haeundae, Busan<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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