First Visit Guide for International Patients
Everything you need to know before, during, and after your first appointment at ABLE Dermatology in Songpa, Seoul.
Before Your Visit
1. Reach Out
Choose the channel most comfortable for you:
- WhatsApp Business — recommended
- Instagram DM (@ableclinic_official) — also available
- Email — ablederm@naver.com
Include: your name, preferred visit date range, main skin concern, and (optionally) close-up photos taken in natural light.
2. Get Your Slot Confirmed
Our staff typically responds within 1–2 business days (KST). We will confirm the exact appointment time and share access instructions.
3. Prepare What to Bring
- Passport — required for identification (Korean law)
- Cash or credit card — Visa, Mastercard, JCB, UnionPay accepted
- Smartphone / tablet — useful for translation apps
- List of current medications — especially blood thinners, isotretinoin, or immunosuppressants
- Pregnancy status — certain treatments are contraindicated; please let us know upfront
- Bare face is fine — makeup can be removed at the clinic
Getting to the Clinic
Address: ABLE Dermatology, 4F–5F, 140 Jungdae-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
Nearest station: Police Hospital Station (경찰병원역, Line 3) Exit 4 — 2-minute walk
Show this address in Korean to any taxi driver:
Detailed directions from the airport are on our Airport Access Guide.
At the Clinic
Please arrive 5–10 minutes before your appointment to complete the intake form. The full first visit typically takes 60–90 minutes:
- Check-in & intake form (5–10 min) — English form provided. Passport shown at this step.
- Skin analysis (10–15 min) — visual examination and, when relevant, digital skin imaging.
- Consultation with Dr. Jeong (15–30 min) — discussion of concerns, options, expected outcomes, risks, and cost. Every initial consultation is done directly by Dr. Jeong Kyungmuk (board-certified dermatologist).
- Treatment, if same-day (15–60 min) — many treatments can be performed the same day; some require a separate visit.
- Payment & aftercare briefing (5–10 min) — receipt in Korean; English summary available on request.
Payment & Cancellation
- Currency: Korean Won (₩ / KRW) only. No USD, EUR, JPY, or RMB accepted at the front desk.
- Credit cards: Visa, Mastercard, JCB, American Express, UnionPay (银联)
- Cash: Accepted. ATMs at Police Hospital Station and nearby convenience stores accept foreign cards.
- Prices: Korean and international patients pay the same listed treatment prices.
- Consultation fee: KRW 30,000.
- Receipt: Korean tax receipt issued automatically; English translation available on request.
- Cancellation: Please notify us at least 24 hours before your appointment via WhatsApp. Late cancellations may affect availability of future slots.
See full price guide for individual treatment costs.
Aftercare & Follow-up
After your treatment, you will receive:
- Written aftercare instructions — provided after treatment
- Prescription (if applicable) — nearby pharmacy at ground level of Police Hospital Station
- Follow-up channel — WhatsApp is monitored so you can send photos and ask questions after returning home
For treatments requiring multiple sessions (e.g., laser toning, some scar treatments), we can plan the schedule to fit your travel dates.
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Planning Your Visit
What an international patient needs before booking.