Pediatrics in Gongneung-dong, Seoul, Korea

The female doctor examines me very thoroughly. I’m a regular at this neighborhood clinic, so they know my whole family too. She almost knows all the places where I often have pain and my symptoms. The staff are friendly and fun as well. It’s also close to a pharmacy, so if there’s a problem with a prescription, they correct and change it right away. When I’m really tired and worn out, they check my condition and give me an IV, so it’s very convenient to get treated when I’m in a hurry. Rather than prescribing a lot of antibiotics, they tend to monitor you and prescribe only when needed. They listen carefully to where it hurts more and what’s causing me the most discomfort. A lot of older people come here too. The wait can sometimes be long, but I’ve never had to wait more than an hour.

It's a pediatric clinic close to home, so I end up coming here often without any hesitation. The doctor is really nice, which I appreciate.

I really feel lucky that there's a pediatrician near my home. After all, hospitals for adults tend to have strong medications and a bit of a stiff atmosphere, which makes me hesitant to take my kids there. Is it just me? It seems like the younger the kids are, the more meticulous and careful I become about the hospital visits. Every time I go, it's crowded and the waiting time is long... it's such a major drawback. 😢 On the flip side, I guess the medication must be effective if there are so many people! Thinking about it that way, I believe the waiting time is worth it. They don't just prescribe medication without thinking; they really tailor it to the symptoms, which I appreciate even more. The kids aren't scared and go to the clinic without any fuss. Isn't that the best part?