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[Christine]

I'm looking for a good orthopedic doctor in Seoul. I specifically need a lateral knee specialist, but any recommendations would be appreciated! Thanks, Christine

[Guest]

Christine, your best bet is to go to Seoul University National Hospital in Seoul at Hyewha station or to Asan Hospital near Co-Ex. I have used both hospitals and they have a nurse that heads the "international clinic" ... bascially lining you up with English (or some) speaking doctors orhaving nurses who can translate. Especially if you require longer term therapy or surgery go there, forget the small private guys for those injuries

[Christine]

thanks for the reply. i've heard asan is pretty good and I'll contact them later this week.

[sid]

[Christine]

are you also covered under the korean governmental plan? if so, am i looking at mucho money in doc. bills?

[KoreanLifer]

the ortopedic drs here in Kr are pretty much useless.i had a severe MCL strain that i diagnosed my self via the internet.saw 3 drs and they all insisted i take a MRI right away.any good dr should not have to solely rely on an MRI.i just ordered a MCL/ACL brace in the USA and my knee is coming along well.

[Mr. Pink]

http://www.samsunghospital.com/english/

I heard it is the Johns Hopkins of Korea. And most doctors speak English.