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ENT Treatments & Tests in Gangnam, Seoul

Same-day testing, clear explanations and, when it is truly needed, nasal and sinus surgery under local anesthesia — with a former university professor who consults in English.

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

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Gangnam Yonsei ENT offers same-day ENT testing (nasal endoscopy, allergy, hearing, balance and smell tests), medical treatments such as immunotherapy and Epley maneuver, and functional nasal surgery — septoplasty, turbinate reduction, endoscopic sinus surgery — under local anesthesia, with most patients going home the same day.

ENT test area at Gangnam Yonsei ENT Clinic, Gangnam, Seoul

Nose & sinus treatments and surgery

Most nasal surgeries are performed under local anesthesia with same-day discharge. About the Surgery Center .

  • Turbinate Reduction Surgery — Turbinate reduction in Gangnam Seoul under local anesthesia, about 15-20 minutes, no packing. English-speaking ENT and former professor Dr. Kim Yoo Suk.
  • Septoplasty — Septoplasty in Gangnam Seoul under local anesthesia, 20-30 minutes, packing for 1 day. Consult in English with former Yonsei professor Dr. Kim Yoo Suk.
  • Endoscopic Sinus Surgery — Endoscopic sinus surgery in Gangnam Seoul under local anesthesia, about 30 minutes per side. English-speaking rhinology specialist and former professor.
  • Nasal Fracture Reduction — local anesthesia, about 15 minutes, ideally within 2 weeks of injury. English-speaking ENT and former professor.
  • Nasal Valve Reconstruction — Nasal valve reconstruction in Gangnam Seoul for nasal valve collapse. Consult in English with rhinology specialist and former professor Dr. Kim Yoo Suk.
  • Nasal Polyp Removal — Nasal polyp removal in Gangnam Seoul via endoscopic sinus surgery under local anesthesia. Consult in English with rhinology specialist Dr. Kim Yoo Suk.
  • Sinonasal Tumor Removal — Evaluation and endoscopic removal of benign sinonasal tumors in Gangnam Seoul. English consultation with skull base-trained former professor Dr. Kim Yoo Suk.
  • Same-Day Local Anesthesia Surgery — Same-day nasal surgery under local anesthesia in Gangnam Seoul: testing, consult and surgery in one day. English-speaking ENT and former professor Dr. Kim.
  • Dust Mite Sublingual Immunotherapy — House dust mite sublingual immunotherapy (Acarizax) in Gangnam Seoul for allergic rhinitis. Consult in English with allergy-trained former professor Dr. Kim.
  • Allergic Rhinitis Medication — Guideline-based allergic rhinitis medication in Gangnam Seoul: steroid sprays, antihistamines and more. Explained in English by former professor Dr. Kim.
  • Nosebleed Treatment — Nosebleed treatment in Gangnam Seoul, from cautery to packing, with endoscopic evaluation of recurrent bleeding. English-speaking ENT Dr. Kim Yoo Suk.

Throat & voice treatments

  • Voice Therapy — Voice therapy guidance in Gangnam Seoul for vocal nodules, polyps and hoarseness, based on laryngoscopy. English-speaking ENT and former professor Dr. Kim.
  • CPAP & Oral Appliance Options — Compare CPAP, oral appliances, surgery and lifestyle options for sleep apnea in Gangnam Seoul. English consultation with former professor Dr. Kim Yoo Suk.
  • Flu Vaccination — Seasonal flu vaccination in Gangnam Seoul at an English-speaking ENT clinic near Gangnam-gu Office Station. Walk-ins welcome during clinic opening hours.
  • Radiofrequency Tongue Base Reduction — Radiofrequency tongue base reduction in Gangnam Seoul for snoring and sleep apnea. English-speaking ENT and former professor Dr. Kim Yoo Suk evaluates you.
  • Tonsillectomy — Considering tonsillectomy in Gangnam Seoul? Learn the criteria, recovery and risks, and get an English consultation with former professor Dr. Kim Yoo Suk.
  • Snoring Surgery — Snoring surgery options in Gangnam Seoul, matched to where your airway narrows. English consultation with former Yonsei professor Dr. Kim Yoo Suk.

Ear, hearing & balance treatments

  • Myringotomy — Myringotomy in Gangnam Seoul to drain middle ear fluid and relieve pressure. English consultation with board-certified ENT, former professor Dr. Kim Yoo Suk.
  • Intratympanic Steroid Injection — Intratympanic steroid injection in Gangnam Seoul for sudden sensorineural hearing loss. English consultation with board-certified ENT Dr. Kim Yoo Suk.
  • Epley Maneuver — Epley and canalith repositioning maneuvers for BPPV vertigo in Gangnam Seoul, guided by Frenzel goggle testing. English-speaking ENT Dr. Kim Yoo Suk.
  • Ear Cleaning — Professional ear cleaning and earwax removal in Gangnam Seoul under direct visualization. English-speaking ENT clinic with former professor Dr. Kim Yoo Suk.

Diagnostic tests

Testing, consultation and — if needed — surgery can often be arranged on the same day.

  • Nasal Endoscopy — a quick in-office camera exam of the nose and sinuses. Done in English by rhinology specialist Dr. Kim Yoo Suk.
  • Allergy Test — Allergy testing in Gangnam Seoul to identify dust mite, pollen and pet triggers of rhinitis. Results explained in English by former professor Dr. Kim Yoo Suk.
  • Smell Test — Smell (olfactory) testing in Gangnam Seoul to measure smell loss after colds, sinusitis or polyps. Explained in English by former professor Dr. Kim Yoo Suk.
  • Taste Test — Taste (gustatory) testing in Gangnam Seoul to evaluate reduced or altered taste. English-speaking ENT and former professor Dr. Kim Yoo Suk explains results.
  • Sinus CT Scan — Sinus CT scans in Gangnam Seoul to assess chronic sinusitis, polyps and septal deviation. Images reviewed in English by rhinology specialist Dr. Kim Yoo Suk.
  • Cephalogram (Airway X-ray) — Cephalogram airway X-ray in Gangnam Seoul to assess jaw and airway anatomy in snoring and sleep apnea. Reviewed in English by former professor Dr. Kim.
  • Sleep Study (Polysomnography) — Sleep study (polysomnography) for snoring and sleep apnea in Gangnam Seoul. Results and treatment options explained in English by Dr. Kim Yoo Suk.
  • Laryngoscopy — Laryngoscopy in Gangnam Seoul to examine the voice box for hoarseness, reflux and throat symptoms. Explained in English by former professor Dr. Kim Yoo Suk.
  • Hearing Test — Hearing tests in Gangnam Seoul for hearing loss, tinnitus and sudden hearing loss. Results explained in English by board-certified ENT Dr. Kim Yoo Suk.
  • Tympanometry — Tympanometry in Gangnam Seoul to check eardrum movement and middle ear pressure for fluid or blocked ears. Explained in English by former professor Dr. Kim.
  • Dizziness Test (Frenzel Goggles) — Vertigo testing with Frenzel goggles in Gangnam Seoul to detect BPPV and inner ear causes. Explained in English by former professor Dr. Kim Yoo Suk.
  • Flu Rapid Test — Rapid influenza antigen testing in Gangnam Seoul for fever, sore throat and body aches. English-speaking ENT clinic near Gangnam-gu Office Station.
  • Vitamin D Test — Vitamin D blood testing in Gangnam Seoul with results explained in English. English-speaking ENT clinic near Gangnam-gu Office Station, Line 7 Exit 3-1.

IV therapy & injections

Given in private single-room suites, only when appropriate. About the IV clinic .

  • Cold & Flu IV — Supportive cold and flu IV fluids in Gangnam Seoul in private single-room suites, after an ENT assessment. English-speaking former professor Dr. Kim Yoo Suk.
  • Garlic IV (Fursultiamine) — Garlic IV (fursultiamine, a vitamin B1 derivative) in Gangnam Seoul, given in private single-room suites after assessment. English-speaking ENT clinic.
  • Vemakest IV — Vemakest IV in Gangnam Seoul, a vitamin infusion given in private single-room suites after medical assessment. English-speaking ENT clinic, former professor.
  • Multivitamin (Cinderella) IV — Multivitamin Cinderella IV with thioctic acid in Gangnam Seoul, given in private single-room suites after assessment. English-speaking ENT, former professor.
  • Glutathione (Baekok) IV — Glutathione (Baekok) IV in Gangnam Seoul, given in private single-room suites after medical review. English-speaking ENT clinic led by a former professor.
  • Placenta (Laennec) Injection — Placenta (Laennec) injection in Gangnam Seoul, offered after medical review in private single-room suites. English-speaking ENT clinic, former professor.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is nasal surgery done under general anesthesia?

    At this clinic, functional nasal surgeries such as septoplasty, turbinate reduction and endoscopic sinus surgery are performed under local anesthesia with same-day admission, and most patients go home the same day without a guardian.

  • Can I get tested and treated on the same day?

    Often, yes. The clinic's system is designed so testing, consultation and, where appropriate, surgery can happen on the same day. Dr. Kim will explain whether that is suitable for your situation.

  • Will I receive documents for my insurance?

    Yes. You can request an itemized receipt, copies of medical records and an English medical certificate to submit to your travel or private insurer.

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.