Key takeaways
If you are a foreign patient planning to visit a clinic near Hongdae Station (홍대입구역), expect language support to vary from clinic to clinic: nothing in the data below confirms an English-speaking doctor or interpreter at any of the five, so call ahead or check the clinic's own booking page before you go. Most clinics take bookings by phone, and several also list a website, blog or Instagram account you can message. Bring your passport or ARC, a list of any medications you take, and any records from previous treatment.
In the data provided, the only clinic with actual visitor reviews mentioning hair loss or scalp concerns is 발머스한의원 홍대 (Balmeoseu Korean Medicine Clinic, Hongdae). It has 1,028 Naver reviews and 123 Kakao reviews, and its Kakao and Google ratings are both 5. Reviewers wrote about scalp itching and about their condition after treatment, but these reviews alone cannot be generalised into proof of treatment effectiveness. The clinic with by far the most reviews is 누베베한의원 홍대 (Nubebe Korean Medicine Clinic, Hongdae), with 7,832 Naver reviews, 25 Kakao reviews and a Kakao rating of 4. However, the collected data does not confirm whether Nubebe actually specialises in hair loss treatment. So when you look for a hair loss clinic near Hongdae Station, ask Balmeoseu first whether hair loss consultations are available and what the consultation covers, and check directly with the other clinics as well.
How we compared
We compared five clinics selected from 12,424 Naver Place visitor reviews, 884 Kakao Map reviews and registration data from the Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service (HIRA). Review counts and ratings for each clinic are used exactly as recorded in the provided data. "Total reviews" below is a simple sum of each clinic's Naver, blog, Kakao and Google counts; overlaps between platforms have not been verified. The average Kakao Map rating of the five clinics is 4.7. Naver ratings were not included in the source data, and Google review counts are listed as 0 for all five, so the table shows only the values that could be confirmed. HIRA data did not confirm the number of Korean medicine doctors or the treatment specialties for any of the five.
Clinic details
발머스한의원 홍대 (Balmeoseu Korean Medicine Clinic, Hongdae)
Among the reviews provided, some mention scalp itching and the condition of the hair, so if you are looking for a hair loss clinic near Hongdae Station, this is a reasonable first place to ask whether a consultation is possible. It has 1,028 Naver reviews, 247 blog reviews and 123 Kakao reviews, with Kakao and Google ratings of 5 each. The Google review count is listed as 0. HIRA data gives no information on the number of Korean medicine doctors or the treatment specialties. So do not judge the staffing or the scope of hair loss care from reviews and ratings alone — check directly.
"As the weather got hotter my scalp was a little itchy, so I visited for the first time in three months, and it improved after I was treated." (mamimyong, 14 August 2026)
"The doctor takes a careful look every single time." (Prod ten, 3 September 2026)
The address is 서울 마포구 양화로12길 24 선진빌딩 5층 (5F, Seonjin Building, 24 Yanghwa-ro 12-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul), and the data lists it as 276 m from Hapjeong Station Exit 3 (합정역 3번 출구). Distance from Hongdae Station is not provided, so check the route on a map before you set out. Opening hours are Monday 10:00–21:00, Tuesday 10:00–18:00, Thursday 14:00–21:00, Friday 10:00–18:00 and Saturday 10:00–16:00; Wednesday and Sunday hours are not provided. Lunch break information is also unavailable. The phone number is 1661-8501. Booking, parking, Wi-Fi, a waiting area and separate men's and women's restrooms are listed among the facilities, but it is worth asking about parking conditions and how to book before you visit. The website and blog listed is a Naver Blog. Who hair loss treatment is for, whether tests are included, costs and treatment plans are not in the data, so confirm these at the consultation.
홍대 끗 한의원 (Hongdae Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic)
It has 496 Naver reviews, 207 blog reviews and 62 Kakao reviews, with a Kakao rating of 4.6 and a Google rating of 5. The Google review count is listed as 0. Reviews cover the facilities, waiting after booking, consultations and procedures, but the actual reviews provided do not confirm any hair loss or scalp treatment experience. There is also no HIRA information on the number of Korean medicine doctors or treatment specialties, so it cannot be stated that this clinic treats hair loss. If you are visiting for a hair loss consultation, ask before booking whether that service is offered and how the consultation is conducted.
"Kind, and I got in without waiting. The facilities are clean and nice, they explain things well, and parking is convenient." (엘리스81, 25 October 2026)
"I'm genuinely surprised you can get such careful, kind treatment at a Korean medicine clinic. I'm leaving in a good mood after my procedure." (그릭요거트트트, 24 October 2026)
The address is 서울 마포구 양화로 162 4층 401호 (Room 401, 4F, 162 Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul), listed as 163 m from Hongdae Station Exit 8. Hours are Sunday 10:00–18:00, Monday to Friday 10:30–20:30 and Saturday 10:00–18:00. No separate lunch break information is provided. The phone number is 0507-1468-8880. Booking, parking, Wi-Fi, a waiting area, separate men's and women's restrooms and simple payment are listed as available. Note, however, that "parking available" does not tell you the parking fee or how many spaces there are, so check before you visit. A website, blog and Instagram account are provided. Whether the clinic specialises in hair loss and details of related treatment are not confirmed in the data, so rather than using that as a practical selection criterion, it is better to ask directly.
누베베한의원 홍대 (Nubebe Korean Medicine Clinic, Hongdae)
It has 7,832 Naver reviews, 440 blog reviews and 25 Kakao reviews, with a Kakao rating of 4 and a Google rating of 5. The Google review count is listed as 0. It has the most Naver reviews of the five, but the number of reviews alone cannot tell you whether a clinic is suitable for hair loss care or how effective treatment is. The visitor reviews provided concern weight loss, consultations and staff friendliness, and do not include hair loss cases. There is no HIRA information on the number of Korean medicine doctors or treatment specialties. If you are considering hair loss treatment, confirm by phone first whether it is actually offered.
"The weight loss went well, so I came back for more. The consultation was good and everyone is kind." (루나랄라뿅뿅, 24 October 2026)
"I booked and the wait was under 30 minutes; I was seen as soon as I arrived, so it was quick with no waiting. Everyone is kind and explains the things I don't understand." (Dh0414, 24 October 2026)
The address is 서울 마포구 양화로 125 경남관광빌딩 3층 (3F, Gyeongnam Gwangwang Building, 125 Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul), 291 m from Hongdae Station Exit 1. Hours are Monday 09:30–19:30, Tuesday 09:30–15:00, Wednesday 10:00–19:30, Friday 09:30–19:30 and Saturday 09:30–15:00. Thursday and Sunday hours and lunch break information are not in the provided data. The phone number is 02-338-0036. Facility information is not provided separately, so confirm booking, parking and waiting arrangements before you visit. Website, blog and Instagram addresses are provided. Given that the data contains no hair loss specialisation information, it is best to first ask whether a consultation is possible, how far the doctor's explanation goes, and what the expected cost is.
로아한의원 홍대점 (Roa Korean Medicine Clinic, Hongdae Branch)
It has 66 Naver reviews, 14 blog reviews and 5 Kakao reviews, with Kakao and Google ratings of 5 each. The Google review count is listed as 0. The actual visitor reviews concern touch-up procedures, consultations and procedures, and skin, and no hair loss treatment experience is confirmed in the provided data. There is also no HIRA information on the number of Korean medicine doctors or treatment specialties. So rather than assuming a high rating means the clinic is right for hair loss care, call and confirm whether a hair loss consultation and treatment are offered. Keep in mind too that it has fewer reviews than the others, and look at ratings and review counts as separate pieces of information.
"I came in for a touch-up and they were kind, which was nice." (정현2579, 23 October 2026)
"Usually the director doesn't handle the consultation himself, but here the director does it from the start, which made me trust them completely. There was no overtreatment, and they recommended only what was necessary." (wmny****, 23 October 2026)
The address is 서울 마포구 양화로 165 1202호 (Room 1202, 165 Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul), listed as 47 m from Hongdae Station Exit 2. Hours are Monday to Wednesday and Friday 11:00–21:00 and Saturday 10:00–15:00; Thursday and Sunday hours and lunch break information are not in the data. The phone number is 0507-1396-0331. Booking, parking, Wi-Fi, a waiting area, separate men's and women's restrooms and simple payment are listed as facilities. Confirm the booking method and parking conditions before you use the clinic. Website, blog and Instagram addresses are provided. Hair loss treatment information is not confirmed, so ask first whether a consultation is possible, then compare what the consultation covers and the cost before deciding.
이로울한의원 (Iroul Korean Medicine Clinic)
It has 3,002 Naver reviews, 1,432 blog reviews and 669 Kakao reviews, with Kakao and Google ratings of 5 each. The Google review count is listed as 0. The actual reviews concern pain treatment, acupuncture and herbal acupuncture, and consultations and staff friendliness. Neither the reviews provided nor the clinic information confirm any hair loss specialisation. There is also no HIRA information on the number of Korean medicine doctors or treatment specialties, so if you want a hair loss consultation, ask first whether it is available. Review volume and ratings are reference points for user opinion, not evidence guaranteeing hair loss treatment results.
"The director and the staff were all so kind. The acupuncture worked so well that my body feels better." (스카우토, 23 October 2026)
"Both the director and the new deputy director are good at acupuncture and herbal acupuncture, and the staff are very kind. The single-occupancy rooms are comfortable." (사과나무4, 22 October 2026)
The address is 서울 마포구 양화로 133 서교타워 4층 (4F, Seogyo Tower, 133 Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul), 213 m from Hongdae Station Exit 1. Hours are Monday to Friday 10:00–20:00 and Saturday 10:00–14:00. Sunday hours and lunch break information are not confirmed in the provided data. The phone number is 0507-1333-3189. Booking, parking, a waiting area, separate men's and women's restrooms, group visits and simple payment are listed as facilities. Confirm the booking method and parking conditions before visiting. The homepage and blog addresses given are the same Naver Blog, and an Instagram account is also provided. Detailed hair loss treatment information is not confirmed, so before your first consultation it is worth asking about the scope of treatment, any tests required, costs and how often you would need to visit.
At a glance
Naver ratings are marked "not provided" because they were not in the collected data. Total reviews is a simple sum of the Naver, blog, Kakao and Google counts shown, and reviews may be duplicated across platforms. Distances are based on the exits given in the data.
| Clinic | Naver rating | Kakao rating | Google rating | Total reviews | Doctors and specialties | Location | Strengths and points to confirm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 발머스한의원 홍대 (Balmeoseu, Hongdae) | Not provided | 5 | 5 | 1,398 | No information | 276 m from Hapjeong Station Exit 3 | Reviews mention scalp itching; confirm the scope of hair loss care |
| 홍대 끗 한의원 (Hongdae Kkeut) | Not provided | 4.6 | 5 | 765 | No information | 163 m from Hongdae Station Exit 8 | Weekend hours and facility information provided; confirm whether hair loss is treated |
| 누베베한의원 홍대 (Nubebe, Hongdae) | Not provided | 4 | 5 | 8,297 | No information | 291 m from Hongdae Station Exit 1 | 7,832 Naver reviews; confirm whether hair loss is treated |
| 로아한의원 홍대점 (Roa, Hongdae Branch) | Not provided | 5 | 5 | 85 | No information | 47 m from Hongdae Station Exit 2 | Very close to the station exit; confirm whether hair loss is treated |
| 이로울한의원 (Iroul) | Not provided | 5 | 5 | 5,103 | No information | 213 m from Hongdae Station Exit 1 | Reviews mention pain treatment; confirm whether hair loss is treated |
Checklist for choosing a hair loss clinic
- Whether hair loss is treated — before booking, confirm that the clinic actually offers hair loss consultations and related treatment.
- Who handles the consultation — ask who conducts the consultation and the treatment, and how long the consultation lasts.
- Assessment and testing — ask what evaluation or tests are done and whether there is a separate charge.
- Treatment plan — ask specifically about the goal of the proposed treatment, its duration and how often you would need to visit.
- Cost and payment — confirm the first-visit fee, test fees and treatment costs, and whether extra charges may arise.
- How results are explained — check whether the clinic explains individual variation, limitations, what change you can expect and when to review it.
- Side effects and precautions — ask about likely discomfort and any precautions before and after treatment.
- Existing treatment and medical history — tell the clinic in advance about any medication you take or treatment you have received elsewhere.
- Booking and opening information — confirm opening hours, closed days, how to book, waiting times and parking conditions, and ask when booking whether an English-speaking consultation is available.
Warning signs to watch for
- Explanations that guarantee results or promise a cure within a set period before your individual condition has been properly assessed.
- Pressure to pay a large sum immediately or commit long term without a clear explanation of what the treatment involves and what it costs.
- Evasive answers when you ask about side effects, the limits of treatment or other options.
- Claims that treatment definitely works based only on review ratings or testimonials.
The points above are not an assessment of any particular clinic but general things to check before you visit.
Frequently asked questions
Where should I start when looking for a hair loss clinic near Hongdae Station?
In the data provided, the only clinic with visitor reviews mentioning hair loss and the scalp is 발머스한의원 홍대 (Balmeoseu Korean Medicine Clinic, Hongdae). Reviews alone cannot tell you whether a clinic is suitable or how effective treatment is, so confirm the availability of hair loss consultations and what they cover by phone.
Which clinic has the most reviews?
By Naver review count in the provided data, 누베베한의원 홍대 (Nubebe Korean Medicine Clinic, Hongdae) is the highest with 7,832. Review volume does not indicate whether a clinic treats hair loss or how effective treatment is, and duplication between reviews has not been verified.
Can I check the number of Korean medicine doctors and the treatment specialties?
The HIRA registration data provided for this article did not confirm the number of Korean medicine doctors or the treatment specialties for any of the five clinics. For accurate details, ask the relevant institution or the clinic directly.
Do these clinics offer English-speaking consultations for foreign patients?
Language support is not stated in the data for any of the five clinics, so this article cannot confirm that an English-speaking doctor or interpreter is available anywhere on the list. Call the clinic or check its website, blog or Instagram before booking, and ask directly whether the consultation can be conducted in English and whether an interpreter is available.
Is lunch break information included in the opening hours?
No separate lunch break is listed in the operating information provided. Because the opening hours alone do not show whether the clinic closes for lunch, confirm by phone before you visit.
Should I check parking and booking in advance?
Some clinics list booking and parking among their facilities, but parking fees, the number of spaces and available booking times are not in the data. It is best to contact the branch you plan to visit directly.
Final thoughts
Of the five clinics around Hongdae Station, the one whose provided data includes hair loss-related reviews is 발머스한의원 홍대 (Balmeoseu Korean Medicine Clinic, Hongdae), while 누베베한의원 홍대 (Nubebe Korean Medicine Clinic, Hongdae) has the most Naver reviews at 7,832. However, hair loss specialisation for the other clinics, and the number of Korean medicine doctors and treatment specialties for all five, could not be confirmed. Use reviews and ratings as reference points to help you choose, and confirm treatment availability, costs and treatment plans directly before you visit. This article summarises collected public information and visitor reviews and is not a substitute for diagnosis or treatment. For any decision about your own symptoms and for medical care, please consult a healthcare professional. Last updated: 2026-10-25