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Acne in Mapo·Gongdeok: 19 dermatology clinics compared and ranked

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

Key facts

• We compared 19 dermatology clinics in the Mapo·Gongdeok area.
• 에스앤유피부과의원 ranks first, 닥터스피부과의원 second and 페이스피부과의원 third.
• 6 clinics have a registered board-certified dermatologist, and clinics that publish their staffing have 1.7 doctors on average.
• 17 clinics are confirmed to open on Saturdays, and 18 see patients after 7 p.m. on weekdays.
• Candidates in Mapo·Gongdeok 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 Mapo·Gongdeok 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 Mapo·Gongdeok 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 Mapo·Gongdeok 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 19 candidates in Mapo·Gongdeok 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 Mapo·Gongdeok 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 Mapo·Gongdeok clinic, the table shows '—'.

Comparison at a glance

The table and cards show the top 6 in the Mapo·Gongdeok 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 Mapo·Gongdeok 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 Mapo·Gongdeok 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 Mapo·Gongdeok 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 Mapo·Gongdeok 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 Mapo·Gongdeok 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 Mapo·Gongdeok 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 Mapo·Gongdeok 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 Mapo·Gongdeok 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 Mapo·Gongdeok 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 Mapo·Gongdeok 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 Mapo·Gongdeok (19)

1. 공덕닥터에버스의원 (Gongdeok Dr. Ebeoseu Uiwon) · 마포구 도화동 (Mapo-gu Dohwa-dong)
2. 닥터스피부과의원 (Dr. Seupibugwa Uiwon) · 마포구 공덕동 (Mapo-gu Gongdeok-dong)
3. 더베이지의원 (Deobeiji Uiwon) · 마포구 도화동 (Mapo-gu Dohwa-dong)
4. 더힐피부과의원 (Deohilpibugwa Uiwon) · 마포구 도화동 (Mapo-gu Dohwa-dong)
5. 리턴영의원 (Riteonyeong Uiwon) · 마포구 용강동 (Mapo-gu Yonggang-dong)
6. 마포공덕에스앤유피부과의원 (Mapogongdeok S Aenyupibugwa Uiwon) · 마포구 공덕동 (Mapo-gu Gongdeok-dong)
7. 미소가인피부과의원 마포점 (Misogainpibugwa Uiwon Mapojeom) · 마포구 도화동 (Mapo-gu Dohwa-dong)
8. 밴스의원 (Baenseu Uiwon) · 마포구 도화동 (Mapo-gu Dohwa-dong)
9. 비브톤의원 (Bibeuton Uiwon) · 마포구 도화동 (Mapo-gu Dohwa-dong)
10. 비스포크의원 (Biseupokeu Uiwon) · 마포구 공덕동 (Mapo-gu Gongdeok-dong)
11. 앤의원 (Aen Uiwon) · 마포구 공덕동 (Mapo-gu Gongdeok-dong)
12. 에버유의원 (Ebeoyu Uiwon) · 마포구 도화동 (Mapo-gu Dohwa-dong)
13. 에스앤유피부과의원 (S Aenyupibugwa Uiwon) · 마포구 공덕동 (Mapo-gu Gongdeok-dong)
14. 연세동안의원 (Yeonsedongan Uiwon) · 마포구 도화동 (Mapo-gu Dohwa-dong)
15. 연세플러스의원 (Yeonse Plus Uiwon) · 마포구 도화동 (Mapo-gu Dohwa-dong)
16. 와이디의원 (Waidi Uiwon) · 마포구 도화동 (Mapo-gu Dohwa-dong)
17. 퍼스트피부과의원 (First Pibugwa Uiwon) · 마포구 공덕동 (Mapo-gu Gongdeok-dong)
18. 페이스피부과의원 (Peiseupibugwa Uiwon) · 마포구 도화동 (Mapo-gu Dohwa-dong)
19. 포에버(FOREVER)의원 (Poebeo(FOREVER) Uiwon) · 마포구 도화동 (Mapo-gu Dohwa-dong)

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