Key Takeaways
If you are a foreign patient planning to visit a clinic in Gangnam-gu, note that language support varies by clinic and must be confirmed by phone or on the clinic’s booking page. Ask specifically whether an English-speaking consultation is available, how to book, and what to bring, such as your passport or alien registration card, current medications, and any prior imaging or test results.
If you prioritize review volume and back-related visitor reviews, you can compare 강남초이스병원 (Gangnam Choice Hospital) and 케이플러스청담의원 (K Plus Cheongdam Clinic). 강남초이스병원 has 1,485 Naver reviews, and the provided Kakao rating is 4.5. Its reviews include experiences with herniated disc procedure consultations and treatment, as well as treatment for back pain. 케이플러스청담의원 has 411 Naver reviews, 289 Kakao reviews, and a Kakao rating of 4.7; visitor reviews include experiences with a back strain and neuroplasty. However, reviews are individual experiences and do not guarantee treatment outcomes. Based on the collected data summary, the average Kakao Map rating of the five selected clinics is 4.7.
This list is not a ranking of herniated disc treatment effectiveness. In the Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service (HIRA) registration information, the number of orthopedic specialists could not be confirmed for any of the five clinics, so the clinics cannot be compared by specialist count alone. 청담해리슨병원 (Cheongdam Harrison Hospital) lists neurosurgery in the provided information, so first confirm that the department matches your reason for visiting.
How We Analyzed
This article is based on a data summary collected and compared from 3,528 Naver Place visitor reviews, 1,451 Kakao Map reviews, and HIRA registration information. The review counts by clinic below are platform-specific figures listed in the clinic data. Because simple sums of Naver, Kakao, Google, and blog reviews cannot be checked for duplicates, the total review column shows the sum of the provided Naver, Kakao, and Google figures. Blog reviews are listed separately. Platforms without a provided rating are marked “Not provided.” Even when a Google rating and Google review count were provided together, they are each shown exactly as in the source data. Emojis and special characters have been removed from the quoted review text.
케이플러스청담의원 (K Plus Cheongdam Clinic)
The Kakao rating is 4.7, with 411 Naver reviews, 289 Kakao reviews, and 3,484 blog reviews. The provided data does not include a Naver rating, and the number of orthopedic specialists according to HIRA is also listed as “Not provided.” Therefore, use the review count and rating as reference when considering visitors’ experiences, and confirm the department and treating medical staff before booking. Reviews related to back problems include the following experiences.
“Because of spinal stenosis, my legs felt heavy and my back was stiff even after walking a short distance. At K Plus Cheongdam, they pinpointed the cause in detail and I received neuroplasty treatment; the heaviness in my legs improved, and I can walk more comfortably.” (November 5, 2026)
“I strained my back while exercising and was in a state where it was hard even to lower my head. A professional therapist relaxed the muscles around the painful area and performed manual therapy in detail, so my range of motion became much wider and smoother.” (November 2, 2026)
The address is 서울 강남구 도산대로 333 케이플러스타워 2·3층, 473 m from Exit 5 of Apgujeong Rodeo Station on the Suin-Bundang Line. Hours are listed as Monday through Friday 09:00–18:00 and Saturday 09:00–13:00. Lunch hours are not provided, so you must confirm by phone. Reservations, parking, and valet parking are listed as amenities, but ask about the conditions before visiting. The phone number is 0507-1357-7587. Although there are reviews about neuroplasty, individual experiences alone cannot determine indications or outcomes. When consulting about a herniated disc, ask separately about whether imaging is needed, the conservative treatment plan, and the purpose and cost of any procedure.
굿본재활의학과의원 선릉역 (Goodbon Rehabilitation Medicine Clinic Seolleung Station)
Provided figures are 811 Naver reviews, 935 Kakao reviews, and 3,710 blog reviews. The only provided rating is Google 5.0, but the Google review count is listed as 0, so it is better to check the review basis for the rating before visiting. Naver and Kakao ratings and the number of orthopedic specialists according to HIRA are not in the provided data. Because the clinic name is a rehabilitation medicine clinic, if you want herniated disc care, first ask about the scope of care and the relevant department. Visitor reviews mention examinations, explanations, and physical therapy experiences.
“I visited for a toe fracture. The director and the nurses were kind, and the interior was clean, so I felt good throughout treatment. The physical therapy room was comfortable and the staff were kind. They answered questions well, and I recommend it to anyone looking for an orthopedic hospital near Seolleung Station.” (October 29, 2026)
“I visited because my shoulder hurt for a few days. They ran various tests and explained the painful area, and I received treatment. I also liked that they explained postures and exercises to avoid.” (October 23, 2026)
The address is 서울 강남구 테헤란로 316 메트라이프타워 2층, 245 m from Exit 4 of Seolleung Station on Line 2 and the Suin-Bundang Line. Hours are listed as Monday and Thursday 09:30–20:00, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday 09:30–19:00, and Saturday 09:30–13:30. Lunch hours are not in the data and need confirmation. Reservations and parking are listed, and the phone number is 02-6326-2000. Information about herniated disc procedures is not in the provided data, so check directly what examinations and treatments are offered. Before your visit, organizing your current symptoms, previous test results, and treatment history can help the consultation.
청담해리슨병원 (Cheongdam Harrison Hospital)
The Kakao rating is 4.8 and the Google rating is 4.6, with 335 Naver reviews, 146 Kakao reviews, and 290 blog reviews provided. The Google review count is listed as 0, so it is appropriate not to generalize an evaluation based only on the Google rating. The number of orthopedic specialists according to HIRA is not provided. The provided hours are listed for neurosurgery, and visitor reviews also include experiences consulting a neurosurgery specialist. If you are looking for herniated disc care, do not assume the department from the hospital name alone; confirm before booking.
“I made a reservation with Representative Director Heo Dong-hwa. Director Heo was kind, responded well to questions, and did not unconditionally recommend surgery. He said to come for surgery when it hurts a lot, and I was very grateful. At other hospitals, they always tell you to get surgery, but here they did not, so I felt comfortable and good.” (November 2, 2026)
“I was moved by the kind and detailed explanations and care.” (October 31, 2026)
The address is 서울 강남구 삼성로 646 마디빌딩 2~9층, 98 m from Exit 6 of Cheongdam Station on Line 7. Neurosurgery hours are listed as Monday, Tuesday, and Friday 09:00–18:00 and Saturday 09:00–13:00. Wednesday and Thursday hours are not provided, and there is no separate lunch-hour information, so confirmation is needed. Reservations and parking are listed as amenities, and the phone number is 02-333-8801. Reviews mention experiences with surgery recommendations and explanations, but these are the experiences of those visitors. During consultation, ask about options other than surgery, the duration of conservative treatment, and the criteria used to decide based on test results; also confirm reservation and parking conditions.
세연마취통증의학과의원 (Seyeon Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine Clinic)
Provided figures are 486 Naver reviews and 2,430 blog reviews, and the provided Google rating is 4.0. Kakao reviews and the Google review count are each listed as 0, and no Kakao rating was provided. The number of orthopedic specialists according to HIRA is also not provided. Based on the clinic name and the provided data, the care field is anesthesiology and pain medicine; there are reviews related to back pain, but whether the clinic provides orthopedic care or the scope of herniated disc procedures is not confirmed in the data. Ask before visiting whether your symptoms can be treated there.
“After driving for a long time, my back hurt so much that I stopped by. As therapist Bok Su-ho said, I need to stretch more often in daily life.” (November 4, 2026)
“Ah, you really shouldn’t ignore back pain. I lay down all weekend and eventually got treatment at a hospital.” (November 2, 2026)
The address is 서울 강남구 강남대로 616 신사미타워 지하 1층 (reception and care), 7층 (MRI and inpatient rooms). It is listed as 11 m from Exit 6 of Sinsa Station on Line 3 and the Shinbundang Line. Hours are Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday 09:30–20:00; Wednesday and Friday 09:30–18:00; Saturday 09:00–13:00; and Sunday 09:30–13:30. Lunch hours are not in the data, so check by calling 0507-1417-4711. Reservations, parking, and valet parking are listed, but conditions need separate confirmation. If you are considering herniated disc treatment, first ask about available care, whether tests are needed, the treatment plan, and costs, and do not interpret individual experiences in reviews as a guarantee of treatment effectiveness.
강남초이스병원 (Gangnam Choice Hospital)
Provided figures are 1,485 Naver reviews, 81 Kakao reviews, and 4,332 blog reviews. The Kakao rating is 4.5 and the Google rating is 3.7, with the Google review count listed as 0. A Naver rating and the number of orthopedic specialists according to HIRA were not provided. This clinic has the highest number of Naver reviews among the five, and there are visitor reviews about herniated disc procedure consultations and back pain treatment. However, review volume does not indicate treatment outcomes or individual suitability, so confirm the details of care through consultation.
“I searched extensively online before coming. To get to the conclusion, I had the procedure here and am very satisfied. I compared disc-related information carefully, and this was the third place I consulted. The procedure was simple and good. I need to watch the progress more, but even now it seems much better than before, and they said it will improve further over time, so I am hopeful.” (November 5, 2026)
“I have been receiving treatment consistently because my back hurts. The hospital is very well organized, so I always receive treatment comfortably. I can see why it is famous among people with neck and back pain. Thank you for responding kindly even when busy.” (October 31, 2026)
The address is 서울 강남구 테헤란로 337 화남빌딩 4~8층, 4 m from Exit 6 of Seolleung Station on Line 2 and the Suin-Bundang Line. Hours are Monday–Friday 09:30–19:00 and Saturday 10:00–14:00. Lunch hours are not in the provided data, so confirm before visiting. Reservations, parking, and valet parking are listed, and the phone number is 0507-1445-2253. Reviews include procedure experiences, but the specific procedure names and individual indications cannot be confirmed from the provided information alone. At consultation, check treatment options, expected costs, and the recovery and follow-up plan; if considering surgery, ask about the duration of conservative treatment and the basis for needing surgery.
At-a-Glance Comparison
Naver ratings were not provided, so all are marked “Not provided.” Total reviews are the sum of the provided Naver, Kakao, and Google review counts, excluding blog reviews. Google ratings and review counts are as listed in the source data. Orthopedic specialist counts were not confirmed for any clinic in the HIRA registration information.
| Clinic | Naver rating | Kakao rating | Google rating | Total reviews | Orthopedic specialists | Location | Strengths (based on provided reviews/information) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 케이플러스청담의원 (K Plus Cheongdam Clinic) | Not provided | 4.7 | Not provided | 700 | Not provided | 473 m from Exit 5 of Apgujeong Rodeo Station | Reviews about back strain and neuroplasty |
| 굿본재활의학과의원 선릉역 (Goodbon Rehabilitation Medicine Clinic Seolleung Station) | Not provided | Not provided | 5.0 | 1,746 | Not provided | 245 m from Exit 4 of Seolleung Station | Reviews about examinations, explanations, and physical therapy |
| 청담해리슨병원 (Cheongdam Harrison Hospital) | Not provided | 4.8 | 4.6 | 481 | Not provided | 98 m from Exit 6 of Cheongdam Station | Neurosurgery care listed; reviews about explanations |
| 세연마취통증의학과의원 (Seyeon Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine Clinic) | Not provided | Not provided | 4.0 | 486 | Not provided | 11 m from Exit 6 of Sinsa Station | Reviews about back pain; Sunday hours listed |
| 강남초이스병원 (Gangnam Choice Hospital) | Not provided | 4.5 | 3.7 | 1,566 | Not provided | 4 m from Exit 6 of Seolleung Station | Reviews about herniated disc procedures/treatment; 1,485 Naver reviews |
Checklist for Choosing a Herniated Disc Orthopedic Clinic
- Department and treating clinician — When booking, confirm whether the clinic treats herniated discs and the treating clinician’s field.
- Orthopedic specialist information — In this data, specialist counts were not confirmed for any of the five clinics, so ask the clinic or HIRA for the latest information.
- Examination and diagnostic process — Ask what examinations and tests are needed and how the treatment plan changes based on the results.
- Conservative treatment plan — The provided cost reference information states that at least 6 weeks of conservative treatment is recommended before surgery. Ask whether this applies to your individual condition.
- Purpose of and alternatives to procedures/surgery — Confirm the purpose of and alternatives to any proposed treatment, such as nerve blocks, neuroplasty, or surgery, and the expected burden.
- Costs and insurance coverage — Check your out-of-pocket costs for each treatment, whether coverage applies, and additional examination or hospitalization costs item by item.
- Post-treatment plan — Ask how progress will be checked after treatment, when the next appointment should be, and how to contact the clinic if symptoms change.
- Reservations, waiting, and hours — Before visiting, confirm how to book, the actual reception cutoff, lunch hours, and whether Saturday, Sunday, or evening care is available.
- Transportation and parking — Check the station exit and distance, whether parking is available, and valet conditions and costs.
- Interpreting reviews — Reviews are individual experiences. Do not judge treatment effectiveness based only on ratings or review counts; look at information across multiple platforms together with what you learn in consultation.
Red Flags to Watch For
The operational status of a specific clinic cannot be judged from this data alone. The items below are not clinic ratings but points to check during consultation.
- If a clinic rushes you toward a specific procedure or surgery without explaining test results or symptoms, ask again about the purpose of and alternatives to treatment, and consider a second consultation if needed.
- If you were not told about costs, insurance coverage, or possible additional costs, confirm an itemized estimate before the procedure.
- If you ask about the expected benefits and limits of treatment and individual risks but do not receive answers, request a sufficient explanation.
- Do not judge treatment outcomes from only extreme praise or a single negative review. Reviews are individual experiences and do not guarantee the same result.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where should I look first when searching for a herniated disc orthopedic clinic in Gangnam-gu?
Based on the provided review counts and back-related reviews, 강남초이스병원 has 1,485 Naver reviews, and 케이플러스청담의원 has 411 Naver reviews and 289 Kakao reviews. This is not a ranking of treatment effectiveness. Confirm directly whether the department, treating clinician, and scope of examination and treatment fit your needs.
Can I assume a clinic treats herniated discs well if it has many reviews or a high rating?
You cannot conclude that. Reviews are individual visitor experiences, and treatment effectiveness cannot be compared using only the provided data. Use ratings and review counts as reference only, and consult about the details of care and the treatment plan.
Can I check how many orthopedic specialists a clinic has?
In the collected HIRA registration data, orthopedic specialist counts were not confirmed for any of the five clinics. Check the actual department and treating clinician information with the clinic or HIRA.
How much does herniated disc treatment cost?
The provided reference ranges are 50,000–150,000 won per nerve block (with reduced out-of-pocket cost when covered by insurance), 1.5–3 million won for epidural neuroplasty, and 3–6 million won for endoscopic disc removal. Actual costs may vary depending on insurance coverage and individual treatment plans, so ask the clinic about your out-of-pocket amount.
How long should conservative treatment be tried before surgery?
The provided cost reference information states that at least 6 weeks of conservative treatment is recommended before surgery. This does not replace an individual assessment and medical judgment. Ask the treating medical staff whether this applies to you.
Can I get an English-speaking consultation at these clinics?
The provided data does not include language-support information for any of the five clinics. Language support varies by clinic and must be confirmed directly by phone or on the clinic’s booking page. If you need an English-speaking clinic in Gangnam-gu, ask before booking whether an English-speaking consultation is available and what documents you should bring.
Final Thoughts
In the provided data, 강남초이스병원 has the most Naver reviews at 1,485, and reviews include herniated disc-related experiences. 케이플러스청담의원 has a Kakao rating of 4.7 and back-related reviews, and 청담해리슨병원 provides neurosurgery care information. However, reviews and ratings do not guarantee treatment outcomes, and orthopedic specialist counts were not confirmed for any of the five clinics. Before visiting, confirm the department, reservations, lunch hours, treatment costs, and insurance coverage.
This article summarizes the provided clinic and review data and cost reference information and does not replace diagnosis or treatment. Discuss care and treatment decisions for your symptoms with a medical professional. Last updated: 2026-11-06.