Key Takeaways
If you are looking for an English-speaking clinic in Songpa-gu, confirm language support directly with the clinic before you book: it varies by clinic and is not guaranteed by the public data in this article. Ask by phone or through the clinic’s booking page whether an English-speaking doctor or staff member is available, and bring your ID, insurance or payment card, and any prior medical records or imaging.
If you are looking for a joint replacement orthopedic clinic in Songpa-gu, you can start by comparing publicly available review counts and treatment information. The hospital with the most Naver visitor reviews is 달려라병원 (Dallyeora Hospital) in Gangdong-gu, with 2,281 reviews, while 강남본정형외과의원 (Gangnambon Orthopedic Clinic) has 540 Naver reviews and 1,065 Kakao reviews. However, neither is located in Songpa-gu, so location must be considered. Within Songpa-gu, 강철병원 (Gangcheol Hospital), 서재곤링커병원 (Seo Jae-gon Rinker Hospital), and Gangnambon Orthopedic Clinic are among the comparison options. The provided data does not include joint replacement surgery volumes or outcomes by hospital, so reviews alone cannot confirm that a hospital is good at joint replacement surgery.
The average rating of the five places selected by Kakao Map is given as 4.9 in the collected data summary, but among individual hospitals only Gangcheol Hospital’s Kakao rating is confirmed at 4.9. Therefore, rather than comparing ratings by hospital, it is more appropriate to also check treatment specialties, number of specialists, accessibility, and the explanations provided during consultation.
How We Analyzed
We compiled 3,901 Naver visitor reviews and 1,754 Kakao Map reviews by hospital, and also organized the number of specialists, treatment specialties, and examination equipment confirmed in Health Insurance Review and Assessment Service (HIRA) registration information. For each hospital’s Naver, Kakao, and Google ratings and review counts by platform, we used only the provided data. Blog review counts are presented separately, but because duplicates could not be verified, they were not included in the total review sum. Reviews are individual experiences and do not guarantee treatment outcomes. Lunch hours are not in the provided data, and for some hospitals the full set of operating days is not confirmed, so you should check with the hospital before visiting.
강철병원 (Gangcheol Hospital)
강철병원 (Gangcheol Hospital) is located at 서울 송파구 백제고분로 252 (252 Baekje Gobun-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul), and the provided data includes a Kakao rating of 4.9, 333 Naver visitor reviews, 227 Kakao reviews, and 31 Google reviews. The Google rating is 4.8. The number of orthopedic specialists was not confirmed in the HIRA data, so it is best to contact the hospital directly. Reviews mention both emergency room use and fracture treatment experiences, but there is no data showing joint replacement surgery experience or outcomes.
“Thanks to the careful treatment, I was able to go home with peace of mind. I ended up going because of the night care, but from now on I will definitely see Director Cho Su-hyeon for my family’s orthopedic care.” (Naver review, 롤라74, September 4, 2026)
“I received treatment after a sudden leg fracture, and the director performed the surgery skillfully, so I recovered quickly.” (Naver review, yba****, September 3, 2026)
It is 221 m from Exit 4 of Seokchon Gobun Station on Line 9, and the provided hours are a 24-hour emergency room from Monday to Sunday. This is emergency room information and cannot be regarded as the same as general outpatient hours. Lunch hours were not confirmed. Reservation, parking, and valet parking are listed as amenities, but you should check the reception process for the emergency room versus outpatient care and the parking conditions before visiting. For a joint replacement consultation, you should separately ask about whether you are a surgical candidate, the waiting schedule, and the post-surgery rehabilitation plan. Unilateral knee replacement surgery is covered by National Health Insurance, and a reference figure of about KRW 2 million–4 million in out-of-pocket costs is provided. This amount excludes premium hospital rooms and non-covered materials.
서재곤링커병원 (Seo Jae-gon Rinker Hospital)
서재곤링커병원 (Seo Jae-gon Rinker Hospital) is located at 서울 송파구 백제고분로 436 (436 Baekje Gobun-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul). HIRA registration information lists 5 orthopedic specialists, 2 neurosurgery specialists, 1 internal medicine specialist, and 1 radiology specialist. Examination equipment such as 1 MRI and 2 ultrasound diagnostic units is also registered. The provided data includes 86 Naver reviews, 922 blog reviews, 462 Kakao reviews, and 11 Google reviews, with a Google rating of 3.8. Per-hospital Kakao ratings were not provided. Reviews include both satisfaction with explanations and disappointment with reception responses, so individual experiences may vary.
“Another checkup suspected a cervical disc problem, so I went to the hospital with a lot of worry. After the MRI, Director Ahn Jang-ho explained the condition of my neck in detail and in an easy-to-understand way.” (Naver review, 어른아저씨, July 4, 2026)
“I went because a local clinic recommended this place for my child’s fracture. Even though it was far, I went to the recommended place, and the doctor I was assigned to was so kind, which was good.” (Naver review, 니넴, September 10, 2026)
It is 66 m from Exit 4 of Songpanaru Station on Line 9. The provided hours are Monday–Friday 09:00–18:00 and Saturday 09:00–13:00; Sunday hours are not given. Lunch hours are also not in the public data. Reservations, parking, and valet parking are listed, so check in advance which departments are available for booking and the parking conditions. The fact that equipment such as MRI is registered alone cannot determine whether the hospital performs joint replacement surgery or that a particular surgical outcome is good. If you want joint replacement care, ask directly about the relevant department and whether surgery and rehabilitation are offered, and it is good to confirm the expected out-of-pocket costs and non-covered items in writing or in an itemized statement.
조은마디병원 (Joeun Madi Hospital)
조은마디병원 (Joeun Madi Hospital) is located at 서울 강동구 천호대로170길 19 (19 Cheonho-daero 170-gil, Gangdong-gu, Seoul), so it is outside Songpa-gu. HIRA registration information confirms 1 orthopedic specialist, 1 internal medicine specialist, and 1 radiology specialist, and lists 1 MRI and 1 CT, among other equipment. There are 661 Naver reviews, 1,075 blog reviews, and 14 Google reviews, with a Google rating of 2.6. Kakao reviews are given as 0, and per-hospital Naver and Kakao ratings were not provided. Visitor reviews include both positive opinions about fracture surgery and hospitalization experiences and concerns about costs and treatment recommendations. These are individual experiences, so it is important to check treatment options and costs in detail before care.
“I had clavicle fracture surgery here, was hospitalized, and after discharge I am now receiving rehabilitation while taking medication.” (Naver review, woo****, June 4, 2026)
“Everyone is so kind and the treatment results are good, so I visit. I recommend it.” (Naver review, yko****, January 14, 2026)
It is 171 m from Exit 3 of Gangdong Station on Line 5. The provided hours are Tuesday–Thursday 09:00–18:00, Saturday 09:00–14:00, and Sunday 09:00–13:00. Whether it is open on Monday and Friday and lunch hours are not in the data, so confirmation is needed. Reservations and parking are listed, so check by phone for treatment days, reception cutoff, and parking availability. Whether joint replacement surgery is performed or surgical volumes are not confirmed by the provided data. When consulting, ask about surgical and non-surgical options, the need for tests, and covered and non-covered costs item by item, and keep in mind that the reference out-of-pocket cost of about KRW 2 million–4 million for one knee excludes premium hospital rooms and non-covered materials.
달려라병원 (Dallyeora Hospital)
달려라병원 (Dallyeora Hospital) is located at 서울 강동구 천호대로 1110 (1110 Cheonho-daero, Gangdong-gu, Seoul), so it is outside Songpa-gu. The provided data includes 2,281 Naver reviews, 319 blog reviews, and 68 Google reviews, with a Google rating of 4.5. Per-hospital Kakao reviews and ratings are given as 0. The number of orthopedic specialists according to HIRA was not confirmed in the provided data. Reviews include experiences with hallux valgus surgery/procedures and treatment explanations, but they do not show joint replacement surgery volumes or outcomes. The review count is the highest compared with the others, but the size of the review count alone should not be used to judge suitability for a specific surgery.
“I was hospitalized for hallux valgus and had revision surgery, and the director explained everything kindly each time he made rounds, and the ward nurses were all kind as well.” (Naver review, Pqiwijsjx, October 2, 2026)
“After booking with Director Cho Seok-hun, the wait time to enter was short, and he was a very kind doctor who treated me well. Thank you always.” (Naver review, 74juhong1, October 2, 2026)
It is 203 m from Exit 3 of Gangdong Station on Line 5. The provided hours are Tuesday–Thursday 09:00–18:00 and Saturday 09:00–13:00; information for other days and lunch hours was not confirmed. Reservations and parking are listed as amenities, so check whether booking is available, parking spaces, and fees. Whether joint replacement care or surgery is offered is not in the data, so state your reason for visiting and first ask whether that care is available. In the consultation, check why a joint replacement is needed, alternatives, the post-surgery rehabilitation schedule, and expected costs. As general reference information, it may be performed in severe arthritis in people aged 65 and older, and artificial joint lifespan is given as 15–20 years, but actual application depends on the individual’s condition and the medical team’s judgment.
강남본정형외과의원 (Gangnambon Orthopedic Clinic)
강남본정형외과의원 (Gangnambon Orthopedic Clinic) is located at 서울 송파구 백제고분로 275 배명빌딩 2층 (2nd floor, Baemyeong Building, 275 Baekje Gobun-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul). HIRA registration information lists 2 orthopedic specialists, 1 radiology specialist, and 1 rehabilitation medicine specialist. It also registers 1 MRI and 5 ultrasound diagnostic units. The provided data includes 540 Naver reviews, 4,157 blog reviews, and 1,065 Kakao reviews, with a Google rating of 4.4. Per-hospital Kakao ratings were not provided. Reviews include experiences with knee care and explanations of tests and treatment, but there is no data confirming joint replacement surgery volumes.
“I came because of knee cartilage, and it was reassuring that they didn’t immediately say surgery was necessary and instead recommended non-surgical treatment first.” (Naver review, bqkd****, August 26, 2026)
“When I ask the doctor questions, he kindly explains each one well.” (Naver review, mbia****, August 26, 2026)
It is 6 m from Exit 2 of Seokchon Gobun Station on Line 9, the closest to a station exit among the provided hospitals. The hours are given as Tuesday–Thursday 09:00–18:00 and Saturday 09:00–13:00; whether it is open on Monday, Friday, and Sunday and lunch hours were not confirmed. Reservations and parking are listed, so check the available reception times and parking conditions. Whether joint replacement surgery is performed cannot be judged from the provided information alone, so you should ask when booking whether that care is available. The out-of-pocket cost of about KRW 2 million–4 million for unilateral knee replacement surgery is a reference figure excluding premium hospital rooms and non-covered materials. During consultation, check insurance coverage and additional costs item by item.
At-a-Glance Comparison
“Total reviews” is the sum of Naver visitor reviews and Kakao reviews; duplicate overlap between platforms was not confirmed. Blog and Google reviews are counted separately. Naver ratings and some per-hospital Kakao ratings were not in the data, so they are marked “Not provided.”
| Hospital Name | Naver Rating | Kakao Rating | Google Rating | Total Reviews | Number of Orthopedic Specialists | Location | Strengths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 강철병원 (Gangcheol Hospital) | Not provided | 4.9 | 4.8 | 560 | Unconfirmed | 송파구 백제고분로 (Songpa-gu, Baekje Gobun-ro), 221 m from Exit 4 of Seokchon Gobun Station | 24-hour emergency room as listed |
| 서재곤링커병원 (Seo Jae-gon Rinker Hospital) | Not provided | Not provided | 3.8 | 548 | 5 | 송파구 백제고분로 (Songpa-gu, Baekje Gobun-ro), 66 m from Exit 4 of Songpanaru Station | 5 orthopedic specialists, MRI registered |
| 조은마디병원 (Joeun Madi Hospital) | Not provided | Not provided | 2.6 | 661 | 1 | 강동구 천호대로170길 (Gangdong-gu, Cheonho-daero 170-gil), 171 m from Exit 3 of Gangdong Station | MRI/CT registered, fracture care reviews found |
| 달려라병원 (Dallyeora Hospital) | Not provided | Not provided | 4.5 | 2,281 | Unconfirmed | 강동구 천호대로 (Gangdong-gu, Cheonho-daero), 203 m from Exit 3 of Gangdong Station | 2,281 Naver visitor reviews |
| 강남본정형외과의원 (Gangnambon Orthopedic Clinic) | Not provided | Not provided | 4.4 | 1,605 | 2 | 송파구 백제고분로 (Songpa-gu, Baekje Gobun-ro), 6 m from Exit 2 of Seokchon Gobun Station | 2 orthopedic specialists, MRI registered |
The average rating of 4.9 for the five Kakao Map review locations is based on the collected data summary. Per-hospital Kakao ratings were not all provided, so we did not reconstruct an average by adding the individual ratings in the table.
Checklist for Choosing a Joint Replacement Orthopedic Clinic
- Whether you are a surgical candidate — receive an explanation of why joint replacement surgery is necessary based on your current symptoms and test results.
- Alternative treatments — ask whether there are other options such as non-surgical treatment, and what to expect and the limits of each.
- Treating medical team — confirm the medical team that will actually handle consultation, surgery, and follow-up.
- Surgical experience data — ask whether there are joint replacement surgery volumes and shareable outcome data. The provided hospital data does not include those figures.
- Tests and diagnostic basis — check which test results were used to decide the treatment plan.
- Total cost — check separately the covered out-of-pocket amount and costs for non-covered materials, tests, and procedures.
- Hospitalization and rehabilitation plan — check the individualized plan, including whether hospitalization is needed, when rehabilitation starts, and outpatient schedules.
- Complications and precautions — discuss risks related to your individual condition and precautions before and after surgery.
- Reservations and accessibility — before visiting, check treatment days, lunch hours, reception cutoff, parking, and public transit access.
Warning Signs
- Being rushed to decide without explanation — ask about the basis for the diagnosis and other treatment options, and get enough explanation.
- Unclear cost details — check covered and non-covered items and the expected out-of-pocket amount separately.
- Difficulty understanding the need for tests or treatment — request an explanation of the purpose, cost, and alternatives.
- Receipts or treatment details that do not match — check items before and after payment, and ask the hospital if you have questions.
This is not an evaluation of any specific hospital, but general points to check when choosing a medical institution. Reviews are individual experiences, so they should not be used as grounds to conclude the quality of care or surgical outcomes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I choose the place with the most reviews when choosing a joint replacement orthopedic clinic in Songpa-gu?
Review counts are reference material for looking at visitor experiences, not an indicator of joint replacement surgery volume or outcomes. Check the treating medical team, the explanation of whether surgery is needed, costs, and the rehabilitation plan together.
Can I tell from this data alone which hospital is good at joint replacement surgery?
No. Joint replacement surgery volumes or outcome data by hospital were not provided. You must ask the hospital whether it offers that care and surgery and confirm through consultation.
How much does unilateral knee replacement surgery cost?
According to the provided reference information, when covered by National Health Insurance, the out-of-pocket cost is about KRW 2 million–4 million. This excludes premium hospital rooms and non-covered materials, and actual costs may vary depending on individual treatment, so you must check with the hospital.
How long does an artificial joint last?
The provided reference information gives artificial joint lifespan as 15–20 years. This is a general reference figure and may vary depending on the individual’s condition and use.
Can I get surgery at age 65 or older?
The provided reference information states that it is performed in severe arthritis in people aged 65 and older, but age alone cannot determine whether surgery is appropriate. You should consult with the medical team based on symptoms and test results.
Can I get an English-speaking consultation at these clinics in Songpa-gu?
The provided data does not identify any clinic as having English-speaking staff or an international patient department. To check, call the clinic or use its booking page and ask whether an English-speaking doctor or coordinator is available for a joint replacement consultation; if not, ask whether translation support can be arranged.
Final Thoughts
If you are looking for a joint replacement orthopedic clinic in Songpa-gu, first check whether the hospital is actually located in Songpa-gu, then compare specialist information, whether the care you need is available, cost explanations, and the post-surgery rehabilitation plan. For Gangnambon Orthopedic Clinic and Seo Jae-gon Rinker Hospital, the number of orthopedic specialists is confirmed in HIRA registration information, but joint replacement surgery volumes by hospital are not in the provided data. Review ratings and experience stories are reference material and do not guarantee treatment effects. This article is a comparison of collected hospital information and does not replace diagnosis or treatment. Discuss symptoms and surgical suitability with a medical professional.
Last updated: 2026-10-05