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Acne in Gangneung Station·Gyo-dong·Okgye: 8 dermatology clinics compared and ranked

Data as of 2026-10-28 · Updated 2026-11-08

Key facts

• We compared 8 dermatology clinics in the Gangneung Station·Gyo-dong·Okgye area.
• 아름다운피부과의원 ranks first, 연세피부과의원 second and 서울피부과의원 third.
• 3 clinics have a registered board-certified dermatologist, and clinics that publish their staffing have 1.7 doctors on average.
• 5 clinics are confirmed to open on Saturdays, and 4 see patients after 7 p.m. on weekdays.
• Candidates in Gangneung Station·Gyo-dong·Okgye were gathered by administrative district rather than by distance from a station.

Acne treatment rarely ends after one visit; it is a process of checking progress every few weeks and adjusting medication. So when choosing a dermatology clinic in the Gangneung Station·Gyo-dong·Okgye area, it's realistic to consider first whether it's easy to reach from home or work and whether it sees patients on weekday evenings or weekends.

If you start oral medication, you may need blood tests before and during treatment, or have to return on set dates to keep your prescription going. Checking the hours and closing days of the clinic you'll attend in the Gangneung Station·Gyo-dong·Okgye area in advance helps you avoid running out of medication and interrupting treatment.

Acne often rises and falls with the menstrual cycle, lack of sleep, stress and the cosmetics you use. At your first visit to a clinic in the Gangneung Station·Gyo-dong·Okgye area, mentioning the cosmetics and medications you use now, changes around your period and any pregnancy plans helps decide whether to start with topical or oral medication.

How we compiled this

• The 8 candidates in Gangneung Station·Gyo-dong·Okgye are clinics and hospitals classified as dermatology on Naver Map within the neighborhood boundary, cross-checked against Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service (HIRA) hospital data.
• The Gangneung Station·Gyo-dong·Okgye ranking reflects years since opening, number of doctors and board-certified dermatologist registration, Naver Place visitor review counts, how fully hours are published, and whether information is available online.
• Board-certified dermatologists are counted only when registered under dermatology in Naver Place's medical information. Where that information is missing for a Gangneung Station·Gyo-dong·Okgye clinic, the table shows '—'.

Comparison at a glance

The table and cards show the top 6 in the Gangneung Station·Gyo-dong·Okgye ranking; the full list below is in Korean alphabetical order.

Checklist for choosing a clinic for Acne

1. Test schedule while on oral medication Oral medications such as isotretinoin often call for blood tests of liver function and blood lipids before and during treatment. If you get a prescription in the Gangneung Station·Gyo-dong·Okgye area, ask in advance when the tests are, how you'll hear the results and how treatment is adjusted if levels rise.
2. Pregnancy plans and contraception Isotretinoin is known to carry a risk of birth defects, so pregnancy must be avoided while taking it and for a set period after stopping. When you consult a clinic in the Gangneung Station·Gyo-dong·Okgye area, mention any pregnancy plans or breastfeeding first, since this changes the type of medication and the contraception advice.
3. How to use topical medication Retinoids and benzoyl peroxide often cause stinging, dryness and flaking in the first few weeks. If you're prescribed a topical medication for the first time in the Gangneung Station·Gyo-dong·Okgye area, confirm how much to apply and how often, when to use moisturizer, and whether you can skip a day when irritation is strong.
4. How long to take antibiotics Oral antibiotics are used for a set period to prevent resistance and are usually prescribed together with topical medication. As you continue care in the Gangneung Station·Gyo-dong·Okgye area, it's worth asking from the start when the antibiotics will stop and when you'll move to topical treatment alone.
5. Review your cosmetics and habits Heavy makeup, greasy sunscreen, bangs touching the forehead and a habit of squeezing spots can make acne drag on. If you list the products you normally use when consulting a clinic in the Gangneung Station·Gyo-dong·Okgye area, it's easier to have them checked for pore-clogging ingredients.

Warning signs to watch for

1. Deep, hard nodules that keep returning If deep nodules you can feel or pus-filled cysts keep forming, the risk of pitted scars rises. Rather than relying on creams alone, see a dermatologist in the Gangneung Station·Gyo-dong·Okgye area to find out whether oral medication or injections into inflamed spots are needed.
2. Adult acne that suddenly worsens If acne that suddenly worsens in adulthood comes with irregular periods, coarse hair growth or rapid weight change, a hormonal problem may be the cause. When you see a doctor in the Gangneung Station·Gyo-dong·Okgye area, mention all of these changes.
3. Mood changes or severe headaches on medication If you develop low mood, severe headaches, vision problems or persistent abdominal pain while on oral medication, contact the prescribing clinic right away instead of waiting for your next appointment. If your prescription came from a clinic in the Gangneung Station·Gyo-dong·Okgye area, also find out how to reach it outside opening hours.
4. Other conditions that look like acne Rosacea, which makes the cheeks flush red, perioral dermatitis around the mouth and fungal folliculitis can look like acne but are treated differently. If switching between creams doesn't help, see a doctor in the Gangneung Station·Gyo-dong·Okgye area to find out what it is first.

Frequently asked questions

Final notes

Acne is a condition where consistency shapes the outcome. Give a medication at least several weeks before switching, and if irritation or side effects appear, tell the prescribing clinic rather than stopping on your own. Once you've chosen a convenient clinic in the Gangneung Station·Gyo-dong·Okgye area, discuss the treatment plan, tests during medication and any pregnancy plans fully with the doctor before treatment begins.

The 6 dermatology clinics covered here

Full list of dermatology clinics in Gangneung Station·Gyo-dong·Okgye (8)

1. 강릉 밴스의원 (Gangneung Baenseu Uiwon) · 강릉시 임당동 (Gangneung-si Imdang-dong)
2. 더올린의원 (Deoollin Uiwon) · 강릉시 홍제동 (Gangneung-si Hongje-dong)
3. 바로그의원 (Barogeu Uiwon) · 강릉시 임당동 (Gangneung-si Imdang-dong)
4. 서울미의원 (Seoulmi Uiwon) · 강릉시 임당동 (Gangneung-si Imdang-dong)
5. 서울피부과의원 (Seoulpibugwa Uiwon) · 강릉시 임당동 (Gangneung-si Imdang-dong)
6. 아름다운피부과의원 (Areumdaunpibugwa Uiwon) · 강릉시 임당동 (Gangneung-si Imdang-dong)
7. 연세피부과의원 (Yeonsepibugwa Uiwon) · 강릉시 임당동 (Gangneung-si Imdang-dong)
8. 타토아의원 강릉점 (Tatoa Uiwon Gangneungjeom) · 강릉시 옥천동 (Gangneung-si Okcheon-dong)

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