Key Takeaways
Foreign patients visiting a clinic in Jeonju should know that language support varies by clinic and is not confirmed in the source data; you must check by phone or on the clinic’s booking page before relying on it. Bring your passport or alien registration card, any insurance details, a list of current medications, and previous imaging or medical records if you have them. If you need an English-speaking clinic in Jeonju, ask specifically whether an English-speaking doctor or interpreter is available for the orthopedic appointment and whether booking is possible by phone, online, or in person.
Based on the collected data alone, we cannot conclude which hospital in Jeonju is best for artificial joint surgery. According to public information, 참병원 (Cham Hospital) has 2 orthopedic specialists registered with the Health Insurance Review and Assessment Service (HIRA), a Google rating of 4.1, and 738 Naver reviews. 수병원 (Su Hospital) has 6 orthopedic specialists, the highest registered specialist count among the compared hospitals, with 183 Naver reviews and a Google rating of 3.6. Review counts are a reference for choosing a hospital, not a guarantee of surgical outcomes. Naver ratings were not available in the provided data, so they cannot be compared.
The clinic with the most Naver reviews is 에코삼성정형외과의원 (Eco Samsung Orthopedic Clinic) (2,730 reviews). However, its publicly listed Google rating is 1.8, and ratings and review content can differ by platform, so it is best not to judge based on a single metric. If you are considering artificial joint surgery, confirm the diagnosis, the need for surgery, and the post-surgery rehabilitation plan directly with the medical team.
Methodology
This summary is based on data collected from 5,230 Naver Place visitor reviews, 19 Kakao Map reviews, and HIRA registration information. For each hospital, we separated the provided Naver, blog, Kakao, and Google review counts and ratings; HIRA-registered specialists and equipment; and address and hours. The average Kakao Map rating of the selected hospitals is 3.0 in the data summary. Naver ratings for individual hospitals were not provided, and for some hospitals the Kakao rating or specialist count could not be confirmed, so they are marked “Not available.” The review quotes below are excerpted from the actual visitor reviews provided, and the dates are listed as given in the data. Review counts and ratings do not directly prove the safety or effectiveness of surgery.
참병원 (Cham Hospital)
참병원 (Cham Hospital) is located at 전주시 완산구 백제대로 114 (Jeonju-si Wansan-gu Baekje-daero 114). It has 2 orthopedic specialists registered with HIRA and 1 anesthesiology and pain medicine specialist. Registered equipment includes 1 general X-ray unit, 1 MRI, 3 ultrasound imaging devices, and 1 bone densitometry unit. Review counts are 738 Naver, 389 blog, 0 Kakao, and 20 Google; the Google rating is 4.1. Naver and Kakao ratings are not available in the provided data. Reviews include positive experiences with knee care and explanations, but individual experiences do not apply equally to all patients.
“I visited Cham Hospital after looking for a knee specialty hospital. The staff were kind and the detailed explanation was good.” (하늘눈부셔, October 30, 2025)
“Dr. Kim Min-gi. Many people come here because they were not satisfied with surgery at another hospital, but go here from the start.” (기록하는 리뷰, September 4, 2026)
Hours are Monday–Friday 09:00–18:00 and Saturday 09:00–12:30; lunch hours were not provided. Whether it is open on Sunday is also not in the data. In the provided reviews about parking, one experience said parking around the hospital was difficult and they were directed to Daon Parking Lot in the Western Market, but current availability and whether parking validation applies must be confirmed with the hospital. The same review said that registration for a specific service closed early and an appointment could not be made, so it is better to call ahead to confirm the registration and booking method for the doctor you want. Patient experiences were provided saying that rehabilitation and follow-up are important after artificial joint surgery, but the hospital’s official rehabilitation program or surgical volume is not confirmed in the data. Discuss surgical eligibility and the rehabilitation schedule directly during the consultation.
수병원 (Su Hospital)
수병원 (Su Hospital) is located at 전주시 완산구 서원로 63 (Jeonju-si Wansan-gu Seowon-ro 63). It has 6 orthopedic specialists registered with HIRA, along with 2 anesthesiology and pain medicine specialists, 2 plastic surgery specialists, 1 internal medicine specialist, and 1 radiology specialist. Registered equipment includes 3 general X-ray units, 1 CT, 1 bone densitometry unit, and 6 ultrasound imaging devices. Review counts are 183 Naver, 2,406 blog, 0 Kakao, and 1 Google; the Google rating is 3.6. Naver and Kakao ratings are not in the data. The provided reviews mix experiences with foot/ankle, knee/hip/thigh, and hand/elbow/wrist care, so they cannot be generalized to the level of artificial joint care for a specific joint.
“Knee / hip / thigh. After booking, the wait was under 30 minutes. I was frustrated after care at another hospital, but at this place they explained things clearly, so I was very satisfied.” (윤준린, September 19, 2026)
“Foot / ankle. After booking, the wait was more than 30 minutes. The doctor looked carefully and kindly explained the symptoms, so I was grateful.” (채린마미29, October 10, 2026)
Hours are Monday–Friday 08:30–17:30 and Saturday 08:30–12:30. Lunch hours, Sunday hours, and parking information were not provided. One review said they waited more than 30 minutes even after booking, and another review mentioned waiting more than 2 hours, so wait times can vary by visit date and situation. Confirm the booking system and whether the relevant department is accepting registrations before visiting. Reviews mention experiences with the booking method, but there is no data to establish the hospital’s current booking policy. If you are considering artificial joint surgery, it is practical to ask specifically about whether knee and hip surgery consultations are available within orthopedic care, pre-surgery tests and anesthesia consultation, and the rehabilitation plan after discharge. The number of registered specialists or testing equipment alone cannot determine surgical suitability.
다사랑병원 (Dasarang Hospital)
다사랑병원 (Dasarang Hospital) is located at 전주시 완산구 백제대로 74 (Jeonju-si Wansan-gu Baekje-daero 74). In the HIRA data, the number of orthopedic specialists and equipment information were not confirmed. Review counts are 1,465 Naver, 799 blog, 3 Kakao, and 3 Google; the Kakao rating is 2.8 and the Google rating is 3.6. The Naver rating was not provided. Reviews also include content not directly related to orthopedics, such as care for a high fever, prescriptions for migraine medication, and treatment on a day off. Therefore, it is difficult to judge whether artificial joint care is available or the surgical capability based only on review counts and overall ratings; you should first confirm whether orthopedic care and artificial joint surgery are provided.
“They provide good care.” (혀니후니 맘, September 5, 2026)
“It is a hospital where you can receive care on a day off.” (hdh****, July 17, 2026)
Hours and lunch hours are not in the provided data. Besides the address, information on public transit routes or parking flow was not confirmed. Booking, parking, wireless internet, and separate men’s and women’s restrooms are listed as amenities, but operating hours and conditions of use require separate confirmation. Before visiting, call to ask whether orthopedic care is available, who the treating medical staff is, which days they see patients, and the booking procedure. If you are visiting for artificial joint surgery, it is important to confirm whether the surgery is performed, pre-surgery evaluation and anesthesia care, and linkage to hospitalization and rehabilitation. The fact that the specialist count was not confirmed in HIRA data does not mean “there are no specialists”; it means it could not be confirmed in the provided data. Look at the scope of public information and actual availability of care separately.
에코삼성정형외과의원 (Eco Samsung Orthopedic Clinic)
에코삼성정형외과의원 (Eco Samsung Orthopedic Clinic) is located at 전주시 덕진구 세병남로 25, 2~4층 (Jeonju-si Deokjin-gu Sebyeongnam-ro 25, 2nd–4th floors). It has 2 orthopedic specialists registered with HIRA. Registered equipment includes 2 ultrasound imaging devices, 2 general X-ray units, 1 cone-beam CT, and 1 bone densitometry unit. Its Naver review count is 2,730, the highest among the five provided clinics, followed by 146 blog reviews, 4 Kakao reviews, and 19 Google reviews. The Google rating is 1.8. Naver and Kakao ratings are not in the data. Reviews show various experiences such as shoulder condition explanations, rehabilitation schedules, ankle sprains, and back care, but reviews related to artificial joint surgery or surgical volume are not confirmed in the provided data.
“My shoulder has been troublesome for years, so I went to many places. After coming here, I don’t think about going anywhere else. The doctor looked at the X-ray and explained what the problem was, so I understood well.” (sna****, October 6, 2026)
“They also set the rehabilitation schedule to fit my life and went through the recovery process one by one, so I followed with confidence.” (fun****, October 6, 2026)
Hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 09:00–20:00; Wednesday 09:00–19:00; Saturday 09:00–19:00; and Sunday 09:00–18:30. Lunch hours were not provided. Booking, parking, wireless internet, and separate men’s and women’s restrooms are listed as amenities, but the parking location and conditions of use need confirmation. Evening and weekend hours are listed, which may be useful when choosing a schedule, but this does not mean that artificial joint surgery consultations or surgery are provided. Before visiting, ask about artificial joint care and whether surgery is available, the surgical hospital and rehabilitation plan, and how to book an appointment. Even if the Naver review count is high, look at ratings and care content together, and do not interpret public reviews as representing the results of a specific surgery.
의료법인 영경의료재단 호성전주병원 (Yeonggyeong Medical Foundation Hoseong Jeonju Hospital)
의료법인 영경의료재단 호성전주병원 (Yeonggyeong Medical Foundation Hoseong Jeonju Hospital) is located at 전주시 덕진구 동부대로 895 (Jeonju-si Deokjin-gu Dongbu-daero 895). In the HIRA data, the number of orthopedic specialists and equipment information were not confirmed. Review counts are 114 Naver, 214 blog, 12 Kakao, and 34 Google; the Kakao rating is 3.3 and the Google rating is 3.8. The Naver rating was not provided. Emergency room operation, booking, parking, valet parking, wireless internet, waiting areas, and separate men’s and women’s restrooms are listed as amenities. The provided reviews mainly concern the emergency room or health checkups, so they are difficult to use as data for evaluating artificial joint surgery care.
“After booking care at Hoseong Jeonju Hospital (excluding emergency room booking), I was admitted right away. They explained kindly and well, and I think I recovered quickly.” (gks****, October 29, 2025)
“The parking right next to the hospital is difficult, but there is also a surface parking lot directly across the street. Weekday mornings always seem busy.” (전북방랑자, February 20, 2025)
Hours are Monday–Friday 08:30–17:30 and Saturday 08:30–12:30; lunch hours and Sunday hours were not provided. Reviews mentioned the surface parking lot across from the hospital and experiences of weekday morning congestion, but confirm the current parking situation before visiting. Even if emergency room operation is listed, it does not replace the registration procedure for an orthopedic outpatient visit or artificial joint surgery consultation. If you visit for an artificial joint consultation, it is good to call to confirm whether outpatient orthopedic care is available, whether surgery is performed, and preparation for booking and imaging tests. The fact that the specialist count is absent from the data is marked as unconfirmed information, and medical staff composition must be confirmed with the hospital and HIRA.
At-a-Glance Comparison
Naver ratings are not in the provided data, so all are marked “Not available.” Total reviews is the sum of the provided Naver, blog, Kakao, and Google review counts; overlap between platforms was not confirmed. Because it adds review counts from all four platforms for each hospital, it is not the same metric as the 5,230 Naver Place visitor reviews in the collected data summary.
| Hospital | Naver rating | Kakao rating | Google rating | Total reviews | Orthopedic specialists | Location | Strengths / Items to confirm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 참병원 (Cham Hospital) | Not available | Not available | 4.1 | 1,147 | 2 | 완산구 백제대로 114 | MRI and bone densitometry registered; reviews mention knee care experience |
| 수병원 (Su Hospital) | Not available | Not available | 3.6 | 2,590 | 6 | 완산구 서원로 63 | 6 orthopedic specialists; CT and ultrasound equipment registered |
| 다사랑병원 (Dasarang Hospital) | Not available | 2.8 | 3.6 | 2,270 | Not available | 완산구 백제대로 74 | Booking and parking listed; confirm whether orthopedic care is available |
| 에코삼성정형외과의원 (Eco Samsung Orthopedic Clinic) | Not available | Not available | 1.8 | 2,899 | 2 | 덕진구 세병남로 25, 2~4층 | Sunday and evening hours listed; booking and parking listed |
| 의료법인 영경의료재단 호성전주병원 (Yeonggyeong Medical Foundation Hoseong Jeonju Hospital) | Not available | 3.3 | 3.8 | 374 | Not available | 덕진구 동부대로 895 | Emergency room operation and parking/valet parking listed |
Specialist counts and equipment are based on HIRA registration information. Ratings show only platforms specified in the provided data, and total reviews sum the provided counts from Naver, blog, Kakao, and Google.
Checklist for Choosing an Artificial Joint Orthopedic Clinic
- Need for surgery — Based on imaging tests and symptoms, ask for the reason surgery is recommended and what non-surgical treatment options exist.
- Whether you are a surgical candidate — In the provided reference information, artificial joint replacement is mentioned as sometimes performed for severe arthritis in people aged 65 and older, but individual suitability must be confirmed by a medical evaluation.
- Surgical medical team — Ask whether the medical staff performing the surgery is the same person as the consultation provider, and how the pre- and post-surgery care system works.
- Pre-surgery and pre-anesthesia evaluation — Ask about necessary tests, anesthesia consultation, and the process for checking medications you are taking.
- Rehabilitation plan — Confirm when rehabilitation starts during hospitalization and after discharge, how many visits are needed, and what exercises to do at home.
- Pain and recovery explanation — Ask specifically about the expected course after surgery, pain management, and situations in which you should contact the hospital.
- Cost breakdown — Check separately whether National Health Insurance coverage applies and what separate costs exist, such as room charges and non-covered materials.
- Explanation of artificial joint lifespan — Reference materials view the lifespan as 15–20 years. This is not an individual guarantee period, so ask the medical team about its scope of application.
- Booking, waiting, and parking — Confirm in advance whether appointments are available, registration closing times, and parking options on the day of the surgical consultation.
Warning Signs
- Explanations that guarantee surgical results — The provided data has no basis for guaranteeing a specific hospital’s surgical results. If an explanation promises results definitively, verify further.
- Failure to explain the need for surgery and alternatives — Ask why surgery is needed and what other treatment options exist, and request a sufficient explanation.
- Failure to provide itemized costs — Ask for a quote and coverage conditions, separating National Health Insurance copayments from room and non-covered costs.
- Vague rehabilitation plans — Ask specifically when post-surgery rehabilitation begins, which institution handles it, and the follow-up appointment schedule. These items are not criteria for definitively judging a hospital, but points to confirm during consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where should I go in Jeonju for artificial joint orthopedic care?
Based on the provided data alone, we cannot conclude that one place is the best. 참병원 (Cham Hospital) is confirmed to have 2 orthopedic specialists and a Google rating of 4.1, while 수병원 (Su Hospital) has 6 orthopedic specialists. After checking whether surgery is actually available, who the treating medical staff is, and the rehabilitation plan with the hospitals, compare them.
Which hospital has the most reviews?
Summing the provided Naver, blog, Kakao, and Google review counts, 에코삼성정형외과의원 (Eco Samsung Orthopedic Clinic) has the most at 2,899. This total does not account for possible overlap between platforms, and a high number of reviews alone cannot determine the outcome of artificial joint surgery.
What are the Naver ratings for each hospital?
Naver ratings for individual hospitals are not included in the collected data, so they cannot be presented. Naver review counts are: 참병원 (Cham Hospital) 738, 수병원 (Su Hospital) 183, 다사랑병원 (Dasarang Hospital) 1,465, 에코삼성정형외과의원 (Eco Samsung Orthopedic Clinic) 2,730, and 의료법인 영경의료재단 호성전주병원 (Yeonggyeong Medical Foundation Hoseong Jeonju Hospital) 114.
How much does artificial joint replacement surgery cost?
According to the provided reference information, for a single knee covered by National Health Insurance, the out-of-pocket cost is about 2,000,000–4,000,000 KRW, excluding higher-grade room charges and non-covered materials. Actual costs may vary depending on individual treatment and each hospital’s items, so confirm a detailed breakdown before care.
How long does an artificial joint last?
The provided data states that artificial joint lifespan is viewed as 15–20 years. This is not an individually guaranteed period and may vary with patient condition and use, so ask your medical team for an explanation.
Can I get an English-speaking consultation at these Jeonju clinics?
The provided data does not confirm language support for any of the five clinics, and it does not state that any specific clinic has English-speaking staff. For a foreign patient, language support varies by clinic and must be confirmed by phone or on the clinic’s booking page. Ask whether an English-speaking doctor or interpreter is available for the orthopedic appointment, and whether booking can be done by phone, online, or in person.
Final Thoughts
When comparing artificial joint orthopedic clinics in Jeonju, use review counts and ratings as reference material, and directly confirm whether surgery is performed, who the treating medical staff is, the explanation of why surgery is needed, costs, and the rehabilitation plan. This article summarizes the provided collected data and is not a recommendation or diagnosis of a hospital or surgery. Treatment decisions should be made with medical staff based on your individual condition. Hours, booking, and parking information may change, so check with the hospital before visiting.
Last updated: 2026-10-11