Key Takeaways
If you are visiting from abroad, note that language support varies by clinic in Gangnam-gu and is not recorded in the data behind this article, so an English-speaking doctor or interpreter cannot be assumed anywhere below. Confirm directly by phone or on the clinic's booking page, and bring your passport, any previous imaging or test results, and a list of medications you currently take.
Of the information provided, the only business confirmed as an orthopedic clinic located in Gangnam-gu (강남구) is 삼성정형외과의원 (Samsung Orthopedic Clinic). It has 386 Naver reviews, and neither a rating nor a count of orthopedic specialists under the Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service (HIRA) registry was provided. Reviews mention kind explanations and staff who distinguished the treatment that was needed from what was not. Reviews alone, however, cannot establish whether a clinic is a good fit for plantar fasciitis care or predict treatment results.
송파사랑정형외과의원 가락동점 (Songpa Sarang Orthopedic Clinic, Garak-dong Branch) is in Songpa-gu, and HIRA registration data lists 1 orthopedic specialist. Reviews provided are 196 on Naver and 35 on Kakao, and the Google rating is 3.5. 오쏘핏 (Ossopit) is a shoe store in Songpa-gu, and no information confirms it as an orthopedic medical institution. So keep Gangnam-gu orthopedic options separate from the reference location in Songpa-gu.
How We Analyzed
The source material was 600 Naver Place visitor reviews, 35 Kakao Map reviews, and HIRA registration data. Naver review counts by business are 386 for 삼성정형외과의원, 18 for 오쏘핏, and 196 for 송파사랑정형외과의원 가락동점, totaling 600. We compared review text with the registered hours, addresses, accessibility, and specialist information. Ratings were recorded only where a number was explicitly stated, and because we cannot verify that all review counts cover the same period, we did not read them as gains or losses over time.
삼성정형외과의원 (Samsung Orthopedic Clinic)
This orthopedic clinic is on the 4th floor of Wonil Building, 411 Hakdong-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul (서울 강남구 학동로 411 원일빌딩 4층). Provided data includes 386 Naver reviews, 184 blog reviews, and 70 Google reviews, but no rating was confirmed for any of the platforms. The HIRA figure for orthopedic specialists is not in the data. Visitor reviews describe warm treatment from doctors and staff, detailed explanations about posture, and guidance that separated necessary treatment from what was not needed. These are individual user accounts and do not guarantee any particular treatment result.
"Hearing what they said, I realized how much posture matters!" (Naver review, 23 October 2026)
"The doctor explained things well and told me clearly which treatments were essential and which were not, so I keep going back with confidence!" (Naver review, 28 September 2026)
It is 262 m from Exit 4 of Gangnam-gu Office Station, which is listed as a Line 7 and Suin–Bundang Line station. Hours are Monday 09:00–18:30 and Tuesday–Friday 09:00–17:30. No evening schedule was provided and lunch hours were not confirmed, so call before visiting. Phone: 0507-1429-8203. Booking methods, parking, and amenities are not in the data and need separate confirmation.
Specialized plantar fasciitis care, related tests, or treatment details specific to this clinic could not be confirmed in the provided data. If you plan to visit for heel pain, ask when booking whether your symptoms can be evaluated, and check with the clinic whether to bring previous test results or a list of medications you are taking.
오쏘핏 (Ossopit)
오쏘핏 is listed as a store on the 1st floor of 252 Baekjegobun-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul (서울 송파구 백제고분로 252 1층). No information identifies it as an orthopedic medical institution, no HIRA registration data was provided, and no orthopedic specialist count was given, so it must be kept separate from a list of Gangnam-gu orthopedic clinics. 18 Naver reviews and 101 blog reviews were provided, and no rating was confirmed. Visitors mentioned the types and fit of the shoes and the staff's explanations and kindness. These are accounts of a shoe purchase and cannot serve as evidence of a plantar fasciitis diagnosis or treatment outcome.
"With a high instep and a collapsed arch, choosing shoes was never easy, but here I found shoes that fit me perfectly." (Naver review, 3 May 2026)
"The shoes were much easier to take on and off than I expected, and I wore my normal size — no pinching, but they still held my foot well." (Naver review, 1 July 2026)
It is 221 m from Exit 4 of Seokchon Gobun Station, and the listed hours are Sunday 10:30–18:00 and Monday–Saturday 10:30–19:30. Phone: 02-2202-7557. Evening operation is not shown in the provided schedule, and no lunch break is listed separately. Reviews mention that parking was convenient, but confirm availability and conditions with the store.
There is no information that it provides plantar fasciitis care. If your interest is shoe fit or products, keep a store visit separate from a medical appointment. If you need to find the cause of foot pain or discuss treatment, contacting a medical institution such as an orthopedic clinic first is appropriate.
송파사랑정형외과의원 가락동점 (Songpa Sarang Orthopedic Clinic, Garak-dong Branch)
This medical institution is on the 2nd floor of 43 Songpa-daero 28-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul (서울 송파구 송파대로28길 43 2층), and it is in Songpa-gu, not Gangnam-gu. 196 Naver reviews and 35 Kakao reviews were provided, and the Google rating is 3.5. Naver and Kakao ratings were not available. HIRA registration lists 1 orthopedic specialist, and the listed departments are orthopedics, family medicine, anesthesiology and pain medicine, neurosurgery, and rehabilitation medicine. The registration also lists 1 ultrasound imaging device and 1 general X-ray device.
"They explain things kindly and clearly, and there is no overtreatment." (Naver review, 26 October 2026)
"They showed me the X-ray and explained it calmly and in terms I could understand, which really built trust." (Naver review, 23 July 2026)
It is 194 m from Exit 1 of Police Hospital Station. Hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 09:00–18:30, and Wednesday and Saturday 09:00–13:30. Evening hours are not shown in the provided schedule, and no lunch break is listed separately. Phone: 02-407-7557. Reservations, Wi-Fi, separate men's and women's restrooms, and parking are listed, but confirm the booking method and parking conditions before you visit. A website and blog are also provided.
No information confirming specialization in plantar fasciitis, or related treatment items, was found in the provided data. Before visiting, ask whether heel pain can be evaluated and what the testing and consultation process involves. Reviews are personal accounts of explanations and service, not evidence of plantar fasciitis treatment effectiveness.
At a Glance
| Clinic / type | Naver rating | Kakao rating | Google rating | Total reviews | Orthopedic specialists | Location | Strengths / to confirm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 삼성정형외과의원 (Samsung Orthopedic Clinic) | Not available | Not available | Not available | Naver 386, blog 184, Google 70 | Not available | Hakdong-ro, Gangnam-gu | Positive review accounts of explanations and service |
| 오쏘핏 (store) | Not available | Not available | Not available | Naver 18, blog 101 | Not applicable | Baekjegobun-ro, Songpa-gu | Shoe fit and purchase reviews; not confirmed as a medical institution |
| 송파사랑정형외과의원 가락동점 (Songpa Sarang Orthopedic Clinic, Garak-dong Branch) | Not available | Not available | 3.5 | Naver 196, Kakao 35 | 1 | Songpa-daero 28-gil, Songpa-gu | HIRA registration data plus amenities such as parking and reservations |
Total review figures are listed exactly as the number of reviews provided on each platform. Because duplicate reviews across platforms cannot be identified, these cannot be read as de-duplicated unique review counts. (Based on data provided by Naver reviews, Kakao reviews, and HIRA.)
Checklist for Choosing a Plantar Fasciitis Orthopedic Clinic
- Whether they treat it — before booking, check whether the clinic evaluates plantar fasciitis or heel pain.
- Whether it is a medical institution — separate shoe stores from medical institutions that provide care.
- Specialist information — check orthopedic specialist details, for example in HIRA registration data.
- Hours — ask about closing times by weekday and whether they are open on public holidays before you visit.
- Lunch break — if it is not listed, call to confirm when consultations pause.
- Booking method — check whether phone or online booking is available and whether walk-ins are accepted.
- Tests and process — ask the clinician, since necessary tests and steps vary with individual condition.
- Costs and insurance coverage — confirm test and treatment costs and coverage with the clinic before visiting.
- Parking and transport — look at parking availability and conditions together with the distance from the nearest subway exit.
- Reading reviews — look beyond counts and ratings at the platform and at whether the content describes a care experience or a product purchase.
- Language support — ask by phone or on the clinic's booking page whether English-speaking staff or interpretation can be arranged; this is not recorded in the data, so it cannot be assumed.
Warning Signs
- Be cautious with wording that guarantees a diagnosis or treatment result outright.
- If someone pushes you to decide without adequately explaining whether a test or treatment is needed and why, ask questions and check what your options are.
- Do not conclude that a treatment works for plantar fasciitis from ratings or a handful of reviews. The provided data contains no comparison of treatment outcomes for this condition.
- Be careful not to mistake a store with no confirmed medical information for an institution that diagnoses and treats patients.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where in Gangnam-gu can I see an orthopedic clinic for plantar fasciitis?
The only clinic in the provided data confirmed to be an orthopedic clinic in Gangnam-gu is 삼성정형외과의원. Whether it specializes in plantar fasciitis is not in the data, so you need to ask by phone.
Is 삼성정형외과의원 a plantar fasciitis specialty clinic?
The provided information alone cannot confirm whether it offers specialized care. Before visiting, ask whether heel pain can be evaluated and what tests are available.
Is 송파사랑정형외과의원 in Gangnam-gu?
No. The address provided is 2nd floor, 43 Songpa-daero 28-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul (서울 송파구 송파대로28길 43 2층). HIRA registration lists 1 orthopedic specialist.
Can I get an English-speaking consultation at these clinics?
The data does not state which languages staff speak at any of the three businesses, so an English-speaking doctor cannot be assumed. To check, call 삼성정형외과의원 at 0507-1429-8203 or 송파사랑정형외과의원 가락동점 at 02-407-7557, or use the clinic's booking page or website (송파사랑정형외과의원 lists a website and blog). If English support is essential, confirm it before booking, and consider asking a Korean-speaking friend or an interpretation service to help with the call.
Can I get plantar fasciitis care at 오쏘핏?
오쏘핏 is provided as a store in Songpa-gu, and no information confirms it as a medical institution or a provider of care. If you need medical care, contact a medical institution.
Is there information on lunch breaks or evening hours?
No lunch break is listed separately in the provided schedules, and no evening hours were confirmed. Schedules can change, so call on the day of your visit.
Final Thoughts
If your priority is an orthopedic clinic in Gangnam-gu, check the location and hours of 삼성정형외과의원 and ask directly whether plantar fasciitis can be evaluated. 송파사랑정형외과의원 is a separate medical institution in Songpa-gu, and 오쏘핏 is provided as a shoe store. Reviews and registration data are reference material for your choice only and do not guarantee a particular diagnosis or treatment result. This article is general information based on the provided data and does not replace a diagnosis of your symptoms or care from a clinician.
Last updated: 2026-11-08