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How to find the right hospital in Korea?
- stenkacommunity 6 days ago 2025.06.27 21:26 General
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Simply typing "hospital" into a search engine might not be enough!
When we look for a hospital in our countries, it's generally enough to just type "hospital" into a search engine and go to the nearest one to your address.
In Korea, it's advisable to check which departments or specialized doctors are available at the hospitals!
I remember in the early days, I typed "병원" into maps and went to complain to an ophthalmologist about a fever, cough, and runny nose.
We have prepared a list of hospitals and clinics for you with recommendations on the correct Korean terminology depending on what hurts.
| 🔍 Department | 🧭 In Korean (for search) | 💡 Typical cases / illnesses | 🩺 Illnesses in Korean |
|---|---|---|---|
| Internal Medicine (General) | 내과 | Cold, flu, stomach issues, diabetes | 감기, 독감, 위염, 당뇨 |
| Pediatrics | 소아청소년과 | Children's illnesses, vaccinations | 감기, 예방접종, 장염 |
| Gynecology | 산부인과 | Pregnancy, ultrasound, infections | 생리불순, 질염, 임신, 자궁근종 |
| Urology | 비뇨기과 | Urinary tract, infections | 방광염, 요로감염, 전립선염 |
| Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) | 이비인후과 | Runny nose, sore throat, otitis | 비염, 인후염, 중이염 |
| Dermatology | 피부과 | Acne, eczema, rashes | 여드름, 아토피, 두드러기 |
| Ophthalmology (Eyes) | 안과 | Vision problems, red eyes, dryness | 결막염, 안구건조증, 시력검사 |
| Dentistry | 치과 | Cavities, gums, tooth extraction | 충치, 치은염, 사랑니 |
| Orthopedics | 정형외과 | Joints, back, injuries | 관절염, 요통, 골절 |
| Neurology | 신경과 | Headaches, neuralgia | 두통, 신경통, 편두통 |
| Psychiatry | 정신건강의학과 | Depression, anxiety, stress | 우울증, 불안장애, 불면증 |
| Cardiology | 순환기내과 | Heart, blood pressure, arrhythmia | 고혈압, 부정맥, 협심증 |
| Endocrinology | 내분비내과 | Diabetes, thyroid, hormones | 갑상선질환, 당뇨, 호르몬불균형 |
| Rehabilitation Medicine | 재활의학과 | Physical therapy, post-injury recovery | 재활치료, 물리치료 |
| Oncology | 종양내과 | Cancer, chemotherapy | 암, 항암치료 |
| Infectious Diseases | 감염내과 | Viruses, hepatitis, COVID-19 | 코로나, 간염, 독감 |
| Vaccinations | 예방접종 | Flu, hepatitis, travel vaccines | 독감백신, A형간염, B형간염, HPV |
| Public Health Center | 보건소 | Vaccinations, check-ups, certificates | 예방접종, 건강검진 |
To search for large and main hospitals in South Korea, you can use the following key phrases:
- ·If you are unsure which department you need help from, you can always find a 종합병원 – a multidisciplinary hospital that includes various departments.
- ·대학병원– University Hospital (usually larger and more qualified hospitals that are affiliated with universities).
- ·응급병원 — Emergency Hospital. Used to find hospitals that operate 24/7 and provide emergency medical care.
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