Key Takeaways
For foreign patients visiting a clinic in Gangnam-gu, language support varies by clinic, so book by phone or the clinic’s booking page only after confirming whether an English-speaking consultation is available. Bring your passport or ID, any relevant medical records, and a clear list of medications and allergies. Reviews and ratings can help you shortlist clinics, but they do not confirm language services or suitability for your case.
In the collected data, the clinics with the highest KakaoMap ratings are 올하트성형외과의원 (Olheart Plastic Surgery Clinic) and 리숨성형외과의원 (Risum Plastic Surgery Clinic), each at 5; both also have Google ratings of 5. When platform review counts are added together, Olheart has 506 and Risum has 1,192. However, duplicate reviews across platforms could not be verified, so these totals do not represent unique visitors. Reviews and ratings are reference points for understanding user experience; they do not guarantee that a clinic is right for an individual. The number of plastic surgery specialists at all five clinics could not be confirmed in the provided Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service data.
By review volume, 밸런스랩성형외과의원 (Balance Lab Plastic Surgery Clinic) stands out with 5,299 combined platform reviews, and 비올라셀성형외과의원 (Viola Cell Plastic Surgery Clinic) follows with 5,104. These totals are also simple sums of platform-level counts, not figures with duplicate reviews removed. When looking for Gangnam-gu plastic surgery recommendations, check consultation and procedure details, cost, recovery process, and your own suitability rather than relying on a single rating.
How We Analyzed the Data
This analysis is based on crawled data covering 2,010 Naver Place visitor reviews, 2,265 KakaoMap reviews, and Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service registration information. The average KakaoMap rating of the five selected clinics is 4.8 based on summary data. For each clinic, Naver, blog, Kakao, and Google review counts are listed separately, and total reviews are a simple sum of those four types. Duplicate reviews across platforms were not verified. Naver ratings were not provided for individual clinics and were not estimated, and specialist counts are all marked “Not available.” The quotations below are a selection of the provided visitor reviews; emojis and decorative special characters from the original text have been removed.
올하트성형외과의원
The Kakao rating is 5 and the Google rating is 5. The provided platform reviews are 147 Naver, 196 blog, 24 Kakao, and 139 Google, for a simple total of 506. Reviews include experiences with double-chin liposuction, neck wrinkle care, and jaw filler, as well as comments about staff service. These are some users’ experiences, and results or satisfaction cannot be generalized. The number of plastic surgery specialists was not confirmed in Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service registration data, so it is better to check directly before visiting.
“It’s been three months since I had double-chin liposuction at Olheart. I thought about it for a long time and I’m satisfied. Thank you so much.”
“I’ve been going for two years now because I trust Director Song’s aesthetic sense. The atmosphere is comfortable and the clinic feels tidy and clean, so I visit more and more often. Director Song, the operating room staff, and the managers are all kind, so it’s a clinic that makes me feel better every time I come.”
The address is 서울 강남구 압구정로28길 22 2층 201호, and it is 151m from Exit 4 of Apgujeong Station. Hours are Mon, Tue, Thu, and Fri 10:00–19:00 and Sat 10:00–16:00. Whether the clinic is open on Wednesdays and its lunch break are not in the provided data, so confirm before visiting. No separate hours after 20:00 are listed. The phone number is 02-515-7789. Amenities and booking/parking methods are not in the data, so confirm by phone. The provided homepage links include a Kakao channel, blog, and Instagram, where you can check consultation routes.
Before visiting, ask who will be in charge of your desired surgery or procedure, the estimated cost and what it includes, aftercare, and available appointment times. Events mentioned in reviews may change over time, so it is practical to confirm separately whether they are currently available and under what conditions.
밸런스랩성형외과의원
The Kakao rating is 4.3 and the Google rating is 4.8. There are 818 Naver reviews, 3,449 blog reviews, 1,032 Kakao reviews, and 0 Google reviews, for a provided total of 5,299. Reviews mention consultation explanations, experiences where only necessary procedures were recommended, and visits related to Rituo, Botox, and Ultherapy. Reviews alone cannot determine procedure effects or the skill of medical staff. The number of plastic surgery specialists under Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service criteria is not in the provided data.
“The people who consulted with me were kind and explained everything in detail, which I really liked. The practitioner who did the procedure was also careful and did a good job.”
“I was a little worried because it was my first visit, but I left very satisfied. The manager was very kind from the consultation onward, and I liked that they did not over-recommend things and only suggested what was needed.”
The address is 서울 강남구 도산대로 109 3층, 4층, and it is 11m from Exit 8 of Sinsa Station on the Shinbundang Line. Hours are listed as Mon–Fri 10:00–20:00 and Sat 10:00–16:30, which may be worth checking if you need an evening weekday appointment. Lunch hours are not in the provided data, and Sunday opening was not confirmed. The phone number is 1661-8581. Reservations, parking, and valet parking are listed as amenities, but ask about conditions before visiting.
During consultation, it is helpful to confirm the necessity of your desired procedure, alternatives, estimated cost, and post-procedure precautions in detail. Whether events or prices mentioned in reviews are still valid requires separate confirmation. Homepage, blog, and Instagram addresses are provided, but do not judge individual suitability from online information alone; go through a direct consultation.
비올라셀성형외과의원
The Kakao rating is 4.9 and the Google rating is 4.9. There are 636 Naver reviews, 3,487 blog reviews, 981 Kakao reviews, and 0 Google reviews, for a simple provided total of 5,104. Reviews include a stem cell procedure event, consultation and staff service, and experiences where necessary procedures were explained. Individual reviews do not guarantee procedure results, and actual suitability should be confirmed through a medical consultation. The number of plastic surgery specialists is not in the provided Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service data.
“I visited because there was a stem cell procedure event. The manager consulted with me very kindly and carefully recommended the procedures needed for my facial condition, which made me trust them.”
“It was my first time having a stem cell procedure, and I really liked that the manager did not over-recommend during the consultation and suggested things at an appropriate level. The staff were all kind, and the director’s hands were fast, so it hurt but was bearable.”
It is located at 서울 강남구 도산대로 138 3층, 261m from Exit 1 of Sinsa Station. Hours are Mon, Tue, Wed, and Thu 10:00–19:00, Fri 10:00–21:00, and Sat 10:00–17:00. According to the provided schedule, Friday hours run until 21:00. Lunch hours and Sunday operation are not in the data, so confirmation is needed. The phone number is 02-518-9119. Reservations, parking, valet parking, and a waiting area are listed, but parking fees and valet conditions are not in the provided data.
Before visiting, ask about the event period and eligibility, procedure details and cost, expected recovery process, and precautions. Amenities listed include Wi-Fi, simple payments, and separate men’s and women’s restrooms. The clinic homepage, blog, and Instagram addresses are also provided, so you can check the location or booking route.
도이준성형외과의원 (Doijun Plastic Surgery Clinic)
The Kakao rating is 4.7 and the Google rating is 4.8. There are 249 Naver reviews, 2,360 blog reviews, 196 Kakao reviews, and 1,639 Google reviews, for a provided total of 4,444. Reviews include double eyelid surgery, double-chin liposuction with Renuvion, under-eye fat surgery, and rhinoplasty experiences. These reflect individual reviewers’ experiences, so results cannot be applied directly to others. The number of plastic surgery specialists was not confirmed in Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service data.
“I had double-chin liposuction and Renuvion together with CEO Director Lee Seung-jun. During the consultation, they explained that they would suction the fat and use Renuvion to lift the sagging skin without major lifting surgery, and after the swelling went down, my jawline really looked much cleaner.”
“I didn’t know under-eye fat could affect one’s impression this much. I was always bothered that my under-eye area looked puffy, but after the swelling went down it looks much smoother.”
The address is 서울 강남구 강남대로 476 12층, and it is 16m from Exit 3 of Sinnonhyeon Station. Hours are Mon–Fri 10:00–19:00 and Sat 10:00–17:00. Lunch hours, Sunday opening, and after-19:00 evening hours were not confirmed in the provided data. The phone number is 02-511-7705. Reservations, parking, a waiting area, Wi-Fi, and simple payments are listed. Ask the clinic about actual parking availability, conditions, and how to book.
In a surgical consultation, confirm the surgical scope, possible alternatives, recovery schedule, and cost together, and decide after fully reviewing what was explained. Whether a surgery or procedure mentioned in a review is suitable for you should be judged through a separate consultation. Homepage and Instagram addresses are provided, so you can check basic information before visiting.
리숨성형외과의원
The Kakao and Google ratings are both 5. There are 160 Naver reviews, 971 blog reviews, 32 Kakao reviews, and 29 Google reviews, for a platform-by-platform total of 1,192. Some reviews mention careful consultation and procedures, recommendations tailored to the face, and personal opinions about natural-looking results. These are reviewers’ experiences and cannot be viewed as grounds for guaranteeing results. The number of plastic surgery specialists was not confirmed in the provided Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service data, so it is necessary to ask the clinic directly.
“I had a procedure with Director Jin, and they were honest and appropriately recommended treatments tailored to my face. The managers who consulted with me were also kind, and I was satisfied.”
“The director has a good aesthetic sense and made it look natural.”
It is located at 서울 강남구 논현로 842 압구정빌딩 6층, 222m from Exit 3 of Apgujeong Station. Hours are Mon–Fri 10:00–20:00 and Sat 10:00–17:00. Weekday hours are listed until 20:00, but lunch hours and Sunday operation are not in the data. The phone number is 02-3445-7770. Reservations, Wi-Fi, a waiting area, separate men’s and women’s restrooms, and parking are listed as amenities. Confirm parking conditions and the booking procedure before visiting.
Reviews mention waiting after booking and private waiting rooms, but these cannot be assumed to be provided on every visit. It is best to confirm wait times and whether private space is available when booking. An Instagram address is provided through the homepage, and a separate blog address can also be checked. During consultation, ask specifically about the treatment area and scope, cost, and aftercare guidance.
At-a-Glance Comparison
Naver ratings were not provided and are marked “Not provided.” Total reviews are a simple sum of Naver, blog, Kakao, and Google review counts and are not deduplicated across platforms. Specialist counts were not confirmed under Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service data for any clinic.
| Clinic Name | Naver Rating | Kakao Rating | Google Rating | Total Reviews | Number of Plastic Surgery Specialists | Location | Strengths (based on provided data) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 올하트성형외과의원 | Not provided | 5 | 5 | 506 | Not available | 151m from Exit 4 of Apgujeong Station | Near Apgujeong Station; reviews mention double-chin, neck wrinkle, and filler experiences |
| 밸런스랩성형외과의원 | Not provided | 4.3 | 4.8 | 5,299 | Not available | 11m from Exit 8 of Sinsa Station | Reservations, parking, and valet parking listed; weekday hours until 20:00 |
| 비올라셀성형외과의원 | Not provided | 4.9 | 4.9 | 5,104 | Not available | 261m from Exit 1 of Sinsa Station | Parking and valet parking listed; Friday hours until 21:00 |
| 도이준성형외과의원 | Not provided | 4.7 | 4.8 | 4,444 | Not available | 16m from Exit 3 of Sinnonhyeon Station | Close to station exit; reservations and parking listed |
| 리숨성형외과의원 | Not provided | 5 | 5 | 1,192 | Not available | 222m from Exit 3 of Apgujeong Station | Weekday hours until 20:00; reservations and parking listed |
Plastic Surgery Clinic Selection Checklist
- Medical staff qualifications and scope of care — Confirm directly whether the clinic has plastic surgery specialists and who will be in charge. This data does not confirm the number of specialists at each clinic.
- Consultation staff and procedure staff — Confirm who provides the consultation and who actually performs the examination or procedure.
- Necessity and alternatives — Ask about the purpose of the recommended surgery or procedure, the expected range, and alternatives.
- Cost details — Confirm what is included in the total and whether additional costs may arise.
- Risks and recovery process — Ask specifically about expected discomfort, precautions, recovery timeline, and how to contact the clinic.
- Aftercare — Confirm the follow-up schedule and how to get help if a problem occurs.
- Interpreting reviews — Reviews are individual experiences; do not treat them as matching your condition or results.
- Event conditions — Confirm the period, eligibility, included procedures, and price conditions before visiting.
- Booking and waiting — Confirm the booking method, change and cancellation conditions, and expected wait time.
- Transportation and parking — Ask about actual parking availability, valet conditions, and fees, not just the distance from the station exit.
Warning Signs to Watch For
The following are general warning signs to check during the consultation process, not evaluations of specific clinics.
- Rushing you to decide without sufficiently explaining the purpose, alternatives, and precautions of a procedure or surgery
- Not clearly explaining what costs include or whether additional costs may arise
- Guaranteeing a specific result without checking your individual condition, or saying everyone will get the same result
- Difficulty confirming the medical staff in charge, aftercare methods, or how to contact the clinic if a problem occurs
If you encounter these situations, ask for the explanation again and decide only after you fully understand it. If needed, you can also consider getting an additional consultation at another medical institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
How should I compare plastic surgery clinic recommendations in Gangnam-gu?
Compare not only ratings and review counts but also your desired area of care, the medical staff in charge, consultation content, cost and aftercare, location, and booking convenience. The provided data alone cannot determine the most suitable clinic for an individual.
Can I check Naver ratings in this data?
No. Naver review counts were provided for each clinic, but Naver ratings were not. Therefore, the comparison table marks ratings as “Not provided” rather than estimating them.
Are total reviews the same as unique visitors?
No. They are simple sums of the provided Naver, blog, Kakao, and Google review counts. It is not possible to verify whether one person left reviews on multiple platforms, so they should not be interpreted as unique visitor numbers.
Does “Not available” for the number of plastic surgery specialists mean there are no specialists?
No. It means the number of specialists under Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service criteria could not be confirmed in this data. Ask the clinic directly about the actual medical staff composition and qualifications, and check official registration information if needed.
How can I confirm whether a clinic offers English-speaking consultations?
The provided data does not list language support or staff language skills for any clinic. To confirm English-speaking consultations, call the clinic or check its booking page before visiting; do not assume support from reviews or listings.
Can I expect the procedure results described in reviews?
Reviews are individual experiences and do not guarantee the same results. Suitability, expected range, and risks should be judged through a consultation with a clinician who has checked your condition.
Final Thoughts
When comparing plastic surgery clinics in Gangnam-gu, Olheart and Risum have provided Kakao and Google ratings of 5 each, while Balance Lab and Viola Cell have combined platform review counts above 5,000. However, review counts and ratings do not guarantee treatment results or individual suitability. Naver ratings and clinic-specific plastic surgery specialist counts were not confirmed in this data, and lunch hours were not provided. Before booking, confirm medical staff qualifications, consultation content, cost, aftercare, parking, and operating hours directly.
This article is reference material for comparing provided reviews and registration information and does not replace diagnosis or treatment advice. Decisions about surgery or procedures should be based on your health condition and a clinician’s evaluation. Last updated: 2026-11-05