English-Speaking Orthopedic Clinic in Myeongdong, Seoul
Relief Orthopedics is a non-surgical orthopedic clinic in Myeongdong where every consultation is available in English. We are on the 3rd floor of 9 Namdaemun-ro 10-gil, a 2-minute walk from Euljiro 1-ga Station Exit 3 (Line 2), and most of Myeongdong's shopping streets and hotels are within a 10-minute walk.
Why patients from Myeongdong choose Relief Orthopedics
Myeongdong is where Seoul's visitors and downtown workers overlap, and so do our patients. Travelers come in after a day of walking on hard pavement with heel pain, a twisted ankle or a flare of an old back problem. Hotel guests arrive with stiff necks from long flights. Office workers from the surrounding towers come in on lunch breaks for neck, shoulder and wrist pain. Because we are in the neighborhood, many patients can be examined, imaged and treated in one visit and walk back to their hotel or desk the same afternoon.
Our two board-certified orthopedic surgeons, Dr. Sungbae Kim and Dr. Hoeyoung Kwon, focus on getting the diagnosis right first, using ultrasound and X-ray in the clinic, and then treating without surgery whenever possible. Treatments include ultrasound- and C-arm-guided injections, prolotherapy, PRP, shockwave therapy and physical therapy.
How do I get to the clinic from Myeongdong?
- From Euljiro 1-ga Station (Line 2): take Exit 3 and walk about 2 minutes to 9 Namdaemun-ro 10-gil. We are on the 3rd floor, Rooms 302-304.
- From Myeongdong Station (Line 4): walk north through the Myeongdong shopping streets toward Euljiro, about 8 to 10 minutes.
- From Myeongdong hotels: most hotels in the area are a 5 to 10 minute walk. Show the taxi driver our Korean address if you prefer to ride.
- Taxi: ask for 'Namdaemun-ro 10-gil 9' near Euljiro 1-ga Station.
Address:
3F, Rooms 302-304, 9 Namdaemun-ro 10-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
Korean address for taxis:
서울특별시 중구 남대문로10길 9, 3층
Common problems we treat for people in Myeongdong
What happens at your first visit?
- Tell us your story in English. The doctor asks when the pain started, what makes it worse, and what you have already tried.
- Examination and imaging. A hands-on examination, plus ultrasound or X-ray in the clinic when needed. Bring any previous MRI or X-ray results.
- A clear explanation. You get the diagnosis and treatment options in plain English, including expected recovery time and cost.
- Treatment and a plan. Many patients start treatment the same day and leave with an exercise plan and English documents.
For international patients in Myeongdong
If you are visiting Seoul, bring your passport and any travel insurance details. We provide receipts, diagnosis notes and treatment records in English so you can claim from your insurer after you return home.
Opening hours
| Monday - Friday | 9:00 am - 7:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9:00 am - 1:00 pm |
| Sunday & public holidays | Closed |
Hours can change on holidays. Please confirm by WhatsApp before visiting.
Frequently asked questions
Is there an English-speaking orthopedic doctor in Myeongdong?
Yes. Relief Orthopedics in Myeongdong offers orthopedic consultations in English with board-certified orthopedic surgeons, and English medical documents are provided for insurance claims.
How far is the clinic from Myeongdong Station?
About an 8 to 10 minute walk from Myeongdong Station (Line 4). The closest station is Euljiro 1-ga (Line 2), about 2 minutes from Exit 3.
Can tourists be treated at the clinic?
Yes. Travelers are welcome. Bring your passport, and we will give you English receipts and medical records for your travel insurance claim.
Can I get treated on the same day?
In many cases, yes. After an examination and, if needed, ultrasound or X-ray, the doctor can often start treatment such as an injection, shockwave or physical therapy at the same visit.
Do you perform surgery?
No. We focus on non-surgical orthopedics: image-guided injections, prolotherapy, PRP, shockwave therapy and physical therapy. If surgery is needed, we explain why and help with a referral.
Book an English consultation
Message us in English with your symptoms and preferred time, and we will reply with the next available slot for patients coming from Myeongdong.
WhatsApp +82-10-4881-8634 Call the clinic Contact & directionsRelief Orthopedics Myeongdong · 3F, Rooms 302-304, 9 Namdaemun-ro 10-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul · 2 min from Euljiro 1-ga Station Exit 3 (Line 2)
