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Acne in Yeosu: 16 dermatology clinics compared and ranked

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

Key facts

• We compared 16 dermatology clinics in the Yeosu area.
• 맑은윤피부과의원 ranks first, 서피부과의원 second and 참조은피부과의원 third.
• 5 clinics have a registered board-certified dermatologist, and clinics that publish their staffing have 1.4 doctors on average.
• 14 clinics are confirmed to open on Saturdays, and 12 see patients after 7 p.m. on weekdays.
• Candidates in Yeosu 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 Yeosu 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 Yeosu 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 Yeosu 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 16 candidates in Yeosu 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 Yeosu 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 Yeosu clinic, the table shows '—'.

Comparison at a glance

The table and cards show the top 6 in the Yeosu 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 Yeosu 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 Yeosu 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 Yeosu 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 Yeosu 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 Yeosu 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 Yeosu 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 Yeosu 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 Yeosu 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 Yeosu 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 Yeosu 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 Yeosu (16)

1. 나온의원 (Naon Uiwon) · 여수시 학동 (Yeosu-si Hak-dong)
2. 루시아의원 (Rusia Uiwon) · 여수시 학동 (Yeosu-si Hak-dong)
3. 류메디코 (Ryumediko) · 여수시 학동 (Yeosu-si Hak-dong)
4. 리쥬엘의원 (Rijyuel Uiwon) · 여수시 학동 (Yeosu-si Hak-dong)
5. 맑은윤피부과의원 (Malgeunyunpibugwa Uiwon) · 여수시 여서동 (Yeosu-si Yeoseo-dong)
6. 메이유의원 (Meiyu Uiwon) · 여수시 학동 (Yeosu-si Hak-dong)
7. 베스트피부과의원 (Best Pibugwa Uiwon) · 여수시 여서동 (Yeosu-si Yeoseo-dong)
8. 브랜드유의원 (Beuraendeuyu Uiwon) · 여수시 학동 (Yeosu-si Hak-dong)
9. 서피부과의원 (Seopibugwa Uiwon) · 여수시 학동 (Yeosu-si Hak-dong)
10. 스노우의원 (Seunou Uiwon) · 여수시 학동 (Yeosu-si Hak-dong)
11. 에이스의원 (Ace Uiwon) · 여수시 학동 (Yeosu-si Hak-dong)
12. 여수메카미의원 (Yeosumekami Uiwon) · 여수시 서교동 (Yeosu-si Seogyo-dong)
13. 이화피부과의원 (Ihwapibugwa Uiwon) · 여수시 여서동 (Yeosu-si Yeoseo-dong)
14. 참조은피부과의원 (Chamjoeunpibugwa Uiwon) · 여수시 웅천동 (Yeosu-si Ungcheon-dong)
15. 포에버의원 (Poebeo Uiwon) · 여수시 웅천동 (Yeosu-si Ungcheon-dong)
16. 화이트앤블루의원 (White Aen Blue Uiwon) · 여수시 학동 (Yeosu-si Hak-dong)

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