Answer · reviewed by a dermatologist
An English-speaking, board-certified dermatologist in Seoul
The Heal Dermatology Clinic Dongdaemun, one minute from Cheongnyangni Station in Seoul, has an English-speaking board-certified dermatologist: Dr. Byoungyong Koh, Medical Director, consults in English himself, one patient at a time, in a private room, without a sales coordinator. He formerly served as chief dermatologist of the UN peacekeeping mission in Lebanon. Enquiries are answered in English on WhatsApp (+82 10-8110-3469); prices are published in Korean won; overseas cards are accepted.
- Written and reviewed by Dr. Byoungyong Koh, board-certified dermatologist, Medical Director, The Heal Dermatology Clinic Dongdaemun, Seoul
- Prices: October 2026 list, KRW, before 10% VAT
- Last reviewed: 17 October 2026
Dr. Byoungyong Koh examining a patient's skin with a dermato1 · Credentials
Who treats you, and what qualifies them
- Consults in English, personallyDr. Koh personally conducts the consultation in English, and aftercare instructions and prescriptions are likewise provided in English.
- Board-certified dermatologist, Medical DirectorHe is a residency-trained dermatology specialist rather than a general practitioner, and the clinic has four board-certified dermatologists on staff in total.
- International experienceHe previously served as chief dermatologist for the UN Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), providing both medical and cosmetic dermatology care to an international population.
- Faculty rolesHis academic appointments include Allergan Medical Institute faculty, the Lumenis UltraPulse Advisory Board, Galderma Sculptra Master status, and lecturing roles for Merz and Sinclair.
2 · How it is done here
Selection criteria and method
Message first, in English
Send your concern, photos and dates on WhatsApp. The clinic replies in English with what can be done during your stay.
Private consultation with the dermatologist
No coordinator. Dr. Koh examines you, runs the Meta-Vu 3D and Mark-Vu scans and explains the findings in English on screen.
Plan, shot counts and price confirmed before treatment
An itemised quote in won, before VAT, agreed before anything starts.
Medical dermatology too
Eczema, acne, warts, hair loss, moles and rashes are seen by the same dermatologists, with prescriptions explained in English.
Documents for home
English treatment records, product lot numbers and receipts on request, for insurance or your home dermatologist.
3 · Clinical photos
Cases from the clinic
Each photograph was taken in the clinic under matched lighting and the same camera angle, with patient consent and the eyes pixelated for privacy. Outcomes vary from one individual to another.
4 · Price
What it costs
| Item | Price (KRW, before 10% VAT) |
|---|---|
| Botox, forehead or jaw (domestic) | ₩100,000 |
| Ultherapy Prime, 100 shots | ₩550,000 |
| Rejuran Healer, 2cc | ₩390,000 |
| Combination acne scar repair, 1 session | ₩1,100,000 |
Full price list → Overseas cards accepted. No tax refund for foreign patients.
5 · Location & booking
Cheongnyangni Station, Exit 6
2F Hillstate Cheongnyangni The First, Seoul. 20 minutes from Seoul Station and Myeongdong, 45 minutes from Incheon Airport by AREX + Line 1. Book by WhatsApp in English; consultation, scan and most treatments on the same day.
Hours: Mon, Thu, Fri 10:00–20:00 · Tue, Wed 10:00–19:00 · Sat 10:00–16:00 · Closed Sun & holidays
Questions
Frequently asked
Does the dermatologist really speak English?
Yes. Dr. Byoungyong Koh consults in English himself. For Japanese and Chinese the clinic uses LINE and WeChat with staff; professional interpreters for other languages can be arranged.
Do I need an appointment?
Message on WhatsApp with your dates; same-day and next-day slots are often available on weekdays. Walk-ins are seen when a dermatologist is free.
Where exactly is the clinic?
2F Hillstate Cheongnyangni The First, directly outside Exit 6 of Cheongnyangni Station (Line 1, Suin-Bundang, Gyeongui-Jungang, Gyeongchun, KTX). About 20 minutes from Seoul Station and Myeongdong.
Can I pay by foreign card?
Yes: Visa, Mastercard, JCB, UnionPay and American Express. Prices are in Korean won before 10% VAT; Korea's tax refund for foreign patients has ended.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Byoungyong Koh, board-certified dermatologist, Medical Director, The Heal Dermatology Clinic Dongdaemun
The information on this page is general and is not medical advice. It does not replace consultation with a dermatologist. Every procedure carries risk, suitability differs between individuals and an outcome cannot be guaranteed. Prices are list prices in Korean won, exclude VAT where it applies, and are confirmed at consultation.
Treatment pages
Read the treatments mentioned
Botox
Wrinkle, jaw, skin, body, hyperhidrosis and special-area Botox, with Korean, Xeomin and Allergan toxin priced separately.
Masseter (jaw): Korean / Xeomin / Allergan ₩70,000 / ₩100,000 / ₩200,000Read more
Ultherapy Prime
Micro-focused ultrasound to the SMAS, with every line placed under live DeepSee imaging after Face Mapping.
100 shots ₩450,000Read more
Rejuran
The Rejuran family of polynucleotide boosters: Healer for the face, HB for hydration, i for the eye area and S for scars.
Rejuran Healer 2cc ₩350,000Read more
Acne Treatment (Teen & Adult)
A staged programme for the causes of acne, not extraction alone, with V-Beam, BBL and medical care for the marks it leaves.
Signature sebaceous gland destruction ₩450,000Read moreSend us your skin concern and your dates
Consultation is with a board-certified dermatologist. Message us on WhatsApp or KakaoTalk in English with what you want to change and how long you will be in Seoul; an interpreter is arranged when needed.