The Seoul Oriental Medicine Association recently launched an initiative to increase inclusivity. 33 facilities in Seoul have been designated as foreigner-friendly traditional medicine clinics. If you want to try traditional Korean medicine for yourself, try one of the designated facilities on this list!

What is Korean Traditional Medicine?

Traditional medicine relies on things found in nature such as herbs and roots to treat and prevent illness.

Korean traditional medicine is based on medicinal knowledge passed down over thousands of years. It shares many similarities with other East-Asian medical traditions such as those found in China, Japan, and Vietnam. However, Korean traditional medicine has been shaped by culture and the natural environment to have its own unique characteristics.

Although modern science-based evidence is widely available in Korea, it is often accompanied by traditional Korean medicine. When being treated – small as a cold, to as severe as cancer, it is not uncommon to be prescribed a blend of modern and traditional medicine. However, people do not generally rely on traditional medicine alone to treat severe illnesses in modern Korea.

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But still many strongly believe in the power of traditional medicine. The elderly and health-conscious individuals tend to apply Korean traditional medicine principles to their daily lives. According to traditional thought, all food is medicine, and each ingredient in a dish has a specific impact on health. As a result, many Koreans visit traditional doctors for advice on how to eat healthily as part of preventative medical care.

Overall, Korean traditional medicine may be worth trying if you are interested in preventative care, treating minor symptoms, or supplementing other treatments with medical supervision.

Side note: Personally, I have found Korean traditional medicine to be more effective than western medicine in treating menstrual symptoms and seasonal allergies. However, this may not be the case with everyone.

Foreigner-Friendly Traditional Medicine Clinics

Chronic Pain Specialist

Phil Hospital of Korean Medicine (필한방병원)

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Phil hospital of Korean medicine uses a combination of traditional and modern medical practices to treat chronic illnesses and aid recovery. They specialize in rehabilitation following accidents or surgery, cancer treatment, and alleviating chronic pain.

To learn more about their services Click Here.

Digestive Health & Menstrual Pain Specialist

Green Korean Traditional Medicine Clinic (그린한의원)

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This clinic specializes in treating digestive problems and menstrual pain. Although their services are a bit limited, they are one of the most foreigner-friendly clinics on our list. They offer services in English, Chinese, Japanese, and Vietnamese.

Click Here to visit their website.

Diagnosis Specialist

Park Seong Il Korean Medicine Clinic (박일성한의원)

Park Seong Il uses a technique called iris genetic constitution. It is a traditional practice used to diagnose diseases. This clinic is recommended for those who are suffering from undiagnosed conditions. They offer limited English services.

Click Here to learn more.

Children Specialist

Highki Growth Clinic (하이키한의원)

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This is a Korean traditional medicine clinic that specializes in treating children. Although their foreign language services are limited, they are foreigner-friendly and accepting of patients from multicultural backgrounds. They have six specialty clinics; eating disorders, obesity, physical, allergies, colds, concentration & stress.

You can visit their website by Clicking Here.

Skin Disease Specialist

Woobo (우보한의원)

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Woobo specializes in treating vitiligo and other diseases that lead to skin discoloration. For those with skin conditions who would like to try Korean traditional medicine, Woobo is a great option. Services are available in English and Chinese.

Click Here to learn more.

Others

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• Gyeongbokgung Kyunghee Korean Medicine clinic (경복궁경희한의원)
• Park Ji Hoon Korean Medicine Clinic (박지훈한의원)
• Soldam Hospital of Korean Medicine (솔담한방병원)
• MiMi Korean Medicine Clinic (미미한의원)
• EomJi Korean Medicine Clinic (엄지한의원)
• Jahayun Clinic (자하연한의원)
• RoDam Korean Medical Clinic (로담한의원) CN
• Seocho Anuri Korean Medical Clinic (서초아이누리한의원)
• Sky Heart Korean Medical Clinic (하늘마음한의원)
• GDA Korean Medical Clinic (광덕안정한의원)
• Kim Seon Ho Korean Medical Clinic (김선호한의원)
• 8 Degrees Korean Medical Clinic(팔도한의원)
• Ion Korean Medical Clinic (이온한의원)
• Tthanbang Hospital (튼튼한방병원)
• Kyunghee University Hospital at Gangdong (강동경희대한방병원)
• Junguk Daein Korean Medical Clinic (중국대인당한의원)
• Cheilclinic (이태원제일한의원)
• Central Park Korean Medical Clinic (센트럴파크한의원)
• CheonHo Clinic (천호한의원)
• Korean Rehabilitation Hospital (다시재한방병원)
• Siji Korean Medical Clinic (시지한의원)
• BaekBi Korean Clinic (백비한방병원)
• Gusan Traditional Medicine Clinic (구산한의원)
• Design Hospital (대자인병원)
• Bullo Korean Medical Clinic (불로한의원)
• BM Korean Medical Clinic (비엠한방내과한의원)
• Moa Korean Medical Clinic (모아한의원)
• Beautiful Korean Medical Clinic (아름다운한의원)
• HanDok Korean Medical Clinic (한독한방병원)
• Duki Korean Medical Clinic (두기한의원)
• Hankuk Korean Medical Clinic (한국한의원)
• Bori Eunbaek Clinic (보리은백한의원)
• Yeonsan Dandan Hospital (연산 당당한방병원)
• Haechan Korean Medical Clinic (해찬한의원)
• Maple Korean Medical Clinic (마이플한의원)
• Na Daum Korean Medical Clinic (나다움한의원)
• Bo Geum Korean Medical Clinic (보금한방병원)
• After Korean Medical Clinic (후한의원)
• Tongin Korean Medical Clinic (통인한의원)
• Dodeuldam Korean Medical Clinic (노들담한의원)

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