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Ear, Hearing & Dizziness Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul

Dr. Kim Yoo Suk, a board-certified otolaryngologist and former university professor, evaluates ear pain, hearing changes, ringing and vertigo, with consultations in English.

Led by Dr. Kim Yoo Suk, MD · Board-certified otolaryngologist · Former professor, Yonsei & Ajou University · Consultations in English

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The ear clinic at Gangnam Yonsei ENT treats ear infections, earwax blockage, eardrum perforation, hearing loss, tinnitus and dizziness. Tests include hearing tests, tympanometry and Frenzel goggle examination. Sudden hearing loss is an urgent problem: seek ENT care as soon as possible, ideally within days of onset.

Ear & Hearing – Gangnam Yonsei ENT Clinic, Gangnam, Seoul

Ear care with English consultations

The ear has three parts: the outer ear canal, the middle ear behind the eardrum, and the inner ear, which handles both hearing and balance. Problems in any part can cause pain, discharge, muffled hearing, ringing or dizziness.

Although Dr. Kim Yoo Suk subspecialized in rhinology as a professor at Yonsei and Ajou universities, he treats all ear conditions in his Gangnam practice. Consultations are in English, which helps when describing subtle symptoms such as the type of dizziness or the pattern of tinnitus .

Ear infections and ear canal problems

Infections are among the most common reasons for an ear visit.

Treatment may include medication, professional ear cleaning under magnification, or myringotomy to drain persistent middle ear fluid. Tympanometry measures how well the eardrum moves and helps detect fluid or pressure problems.

Hearing loss and tinnitus

Hearing loss is classified as conductive (sound is blocked in the outer or middle ear), sensorineural (inner ear or nerve) or mixed.

A hearing test identifies the type and degree of loss. Sudden sensorineural hearing loss is treated with steroids, which may include an intratympanic steroid injection given through the eardrum. For permanent hearing loss, hearing aids may be discussed.

See a doctor promptly if hearing drops suddenly in one ear, especially with ringing or dizziness. Early treatment matters.

Dizziness and vertigo

Vertigo is a false sense of spinning or movement. Most cases come from the inner ear, but some have central (brain) causes, so careful evaluation is important.

A dizziness test with Frenzel goggles magnifies eye movements (nystagmus) that reveal which part of the balance system is affected. Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) is often treated in the office with a repositioning procedure such as the Epley maneuver .

Seek emergency care for vertigo with weakness, numbness, slurred speech, double vision or a severe new headache.

Planning your visit

Bring a list of your symptoms, when they started, and any medicines you have used, including ear drops. If you have previous hearing test results, bring them for comparison.

The clinic is two minutes from Gangnam-gu Office Station, Exit 3-1. Hours, parking and directions are on the location and hours page , and the international patient guide explains documents and payment. You can also browse all ENT conditions or read answers in the patient questions hub .

Frequently asked questions

  • What ear conditions are treated at the clinic?

    The clinic treats outer and middle ear infections, earwax impaction, eardrum perforation, Eustachian tube dysfunction, airplane ear, conductive and sensorineural hearing loss, tinnitus, BPPV, Meniere's disease and vestibular neuritis. Hearing tests are available on site.

  • Is sudden hearing loss an emergency?

    Sudden sensorineural hearing loss should be assessed as soon as possible. Treatment usually involves steroids, sometimes given as an intratympanic injection, and early treatment is generally recommended. Do not wait to see if it improves on its own.

  • How is vertigo evaluated?

    The doctor takes a detailed history and examines eye movements, often using Frenzel goggles. Positional tests help identify BPPV, which can often be treated in the clinic with a repositioning maneuver such as the Epley maneuver.

  • Can earwax be removed at the clinic?

    Yes. Impacted earwax can be removed by the doctor under magnification. Avoid using cotton swabs to dig wax out yourself, as this can push it deeper or injure the ear canal.

See an English-speaking ENT in Gangnam, Seoul

Patients from around the world visit Dr. Kim Yoo Suk for nose, sinus, ear and throat problems. Message us on WhatsApp or walk in — 2 minutes from Gangnam-gu Office Station, Exit 3-1.