Key takeaways
Visiting an eye clinic in Anyang (안양) as a foreign patient? Language support varies by clinic and none of the five clinics below lists it in the source data, so confirm it by phone or on the clinic's own booking page before you go. Bring your passport or ARC, any previous test results and a list of medications, plus the clinic's Korean name and address to show a taxi driver; if you are specifically looking for an English-speaking clinic in Anyang, Korea, ask directly whether an English-speaking doctor or an interpreter can be arranged on your appointment date.
Based on the collected data alone, it is difficult to identify a hospital that specializes in retina care or to rank clinics by their treatment capability. This is because neither retina care availability nor the number of ophthalmology specialists registered with the Health Insurance Review and Assessment Service (HIRA) was provided for any of the five clinics. If you use review counts as a reference, you can start by comparing 서울안과의원 (Seoul Eye Clinic) with 2,336 Naver reviews and 성모봄안과의원 (Seongmo Bom Eye Clinic) with 1,455. Note, however, that the address given for Seoul Eye Clinic is listed only as "서울안과의원," so its location needs to be confirmed. Kakao ratings are 4 for 더밝은안과의원 (Deobalkeun Eye Clinic), 2.5 for 밝은성모안과의원 (Balgeun Seongmo Eye Clinic), and 2.7 for 태안과의원 (Tae Eye Clinic); Seongmo Bom Eye Clinic and Seoul Eye Clinic have no rating information. Ratings and reviews do not guarantee treatment outcomes or retina care capability.
How we analyzed
This comparison of five clinics is based on 6,855 Naver Place visitor reviews, 353 Kakao Map reviews, and HIRA registration information. Naver, Kakao and Google review counts and the ratings provided are listed separately for each clinic. Across the clinics, Naver review counts total 6,855 and Kakao review counts total 353. Blog reviews and Google review counts are listed separately as reference information for each clinic. The average rating of the five clinics selected on Kakao Map is 3.1 based on the provided data. Naver ratings were not provided and have not been filled in arbitrarily, and the number of specialists and lunch breaks were also unavailable, so they are marked as items to confirm.
Clinic details
더밝은안과의원 (Deobalkeun Eye Clinic)
The data provides 1,196 Naver reviews, 233 blog reviews, and 5 Kakao reviews. The Kakao rating is 4 and the Google rating is 3.7, with the Google review count listed as 0. No Naver rating was provided. The number of ophthalmology specialists under HIRA criteria is unavailable. Reviews describe kind explanations, fast appointments and a comfortable space, but these are individual visit accounts and do not indicate retina care capability.
"The doctor explained everything in detail and was so kind that I felt completely at ease during my visit." (Naver review, October 28, 2026)
"I've been coming here for a year now and it's fine." (Naver review, October 19, 2026)
The address is 경기 안양시 동안구 경수대로 428 덕유파크 4층 404·405·406호, and the phone number is 031-346-5800. Hours are listed as Monday to Friday 09:00–18:30 and Saturday 09:00–13:30. The schedule appears to be closed on Sundays, and lunch breaks are not specified in the data, so check before your visit. Accessibility and parking information were also not provided. The website is thebrighteye.com. It is best to call ahead about whether retina care or related tests are available, how to book, and when same-day registration closes.
밝은성모안과의원 (Balgeun Seongmo Eye Clinic)
The data provides 538 Naver reviews, 244 blog reviews, and 2 Kakao reviews. The Kakao rating is 2.5 and the Google rating is 4.2, with the Google review count listed as 0. No Naver rating was provided. The number of ophthalmology specialists could not be confirmed in the HIRA data. The visitor reviews provided include experiences with cataract surgery, eyelid surgery and stye treatment, along with mixed opinions about doctor and staff manner. Reviews alone cannot be generalized to surgery results or quality of care.
"I had cataract surgery here, my recovery is going well, the doctor examines me carefully, and all the nurses are kind." (Naver review, October 28, 2026)
"The director is thorough and kind. I've had a stye removed three times and he always cleans it out completely." (Naver review, October 15, 2026)
The address is 경기 안양시 만안구 안양로 297 안양중부 새마을금고 5층, listed as 473 m from Anyang Station Exit 1. The phone number is 031-442-1331. Hours are Monday to Friday 09:00–18:00 and Saturday 08:30–12:30; lunch breaks and booking or parking information were not provided. If you want retina care, ask first whether the clinic handles it and whether you need specific tests or a referral letter. For surgical consultations, it is practical to confirm the scope of the consultation and the follow-up schedule at the same time.
성모봄안과의원 (Seongmo Bom Eye Clinic)
The data provides 1,455 Naver reviews, 605 blog reviews, 206 Kakao reviews, and 17 Google reviews. No ratings are given in the data. The number of ophthalmology specialists under HIRA criteria could not be confirmed either. Reviews include repeat visits for dry eye symptoms, satisfaction with explanations and test guidance, and experiences with eye drop prescriptions for children and regular checkups for ortho-k lenses. These are individual experiences and do not demonstrate retina disease care or treatment outcomes.
"At first I struggled for a year without knowing why, but here I had a thorough examination and the doctor explained things well, so I've kept up with treatment and care, and I seem to be getting better." (Naver review, October 29, 2026)
"I come in every two or three months to get eye drops prescribed for my children. The exams are comfortable and the staff are kind and helpful." (Naver review, October 28, 2026)
The address is 경기 안양시 동안구 시민대로 214 4층 405호, 404 m from Beomgye Station Exit 1. The phone number is 0507-1431-7536. Hours are listed as Monday 09:00–18:00, Tuesday and Wednesday 09:00–18:00, Thursday 09:00–14:00, Friday 09:00–19:00, and Saturday and Sunday 09:00–14:00. Lunch breaks and booking or parking conditions are not in the data. A website, blog and Instagram are provided, so you can check the latest hours there. Ask separately whether retina care and testing are available, and if you need weekend care, confirm same-day availability as well.
태안과의원 (Tae Eye Clinic)
The data provides 1,330 Naver reviews, 851 blog reviews, and 140 Kakao reviews. The Kakao rating is 2.7 and the Google rating is 2.8, with the Google review count listed as 0. No Naver rating was provided, and the number of ophthalmology specialists could not be confirmed. Reviews cover quick appointments, kind explanations and pediatric and adolescent vision care. Experiences with staff manner can differ from person to person and cannot be used to assess the level of retina care.
"I visited for the first time after a referral, and both the doctor and the nurses were kind. They explained things in a way that was easy to understand." (Naver review, October 28, 2026)
"I booked a pediatric and adolescent vision check and was seen right away with no wait; the nurses and the doctor were all kind." (Naver review, October 21, 2026)
The address is 경기 안양시 동안구 평촌대로223번길 64 제일상가 305호, 39 m from Beomgye Station Exit 2. The phone number is 031-384-7878. Hours are listed as Monday to Friday 09:00–18:00 and Saturday 09:00–16:00; Sunday hours and lunch breaks are not in the data. Wireless internet, separate men's and women's restrooms, booking, a waiting area and parking information are provided. Check the parking conditions before you visit. The website is taeeye.co.kr. Confirm directly whether retina care is offered, what testing equipment is available and which booking times are open, and ask whether you should bring existing test results.
서울안과의원 (Seoul Eye Clinic)
The data provides 2,336 Naver reviews, 1,004 blog reviews and 90 Google reviews, with 0 Kakao reviews. Naver, Kakao and Google ratings are not in the data. The number of ophthalmology specialists under HIRA criteria was not provided either. The reviews provided include both satisfaction with surgery and paperwork guidance and complaints about waiting and staff manner. Because these reflect different visits, it is difficult to assess the clinic from either side alone.
"My mother had surgery here, and because the paperwork for her insurance application was complicated she had to ask several times — they answered kindly, even called the insurance company on her behalf, and were kind to the very end. She told me about it several times, so I'd like to pass on her thanks." (Naver review, September 9, 2026)
"Kind and good." (Naver review, September 17, 2026)
The address data says only "서울안과의원," so the actual location cannot be confirmed. The phone number is 0507-1331-1010 and the website is seouleyecenter.co.kr. Hours are listed as Monday to Friday 09:30–18:00 and Saturday 09:30–16:00; lunch breaks, Sunday hours and parking information were not provided. Call first to check whether the address and hours are still current. Since no retina-specific information was collected, it is safer to ask in detail about retina care availability, whether a specialist handles the appointment, and the booking and testing process before deciding to visit.
At a glance
Naver ratings were not in the collected data, so they are marked "Not available." "Total reviews" is a reference figure summing the Naver, blog, Kakao and Google review counts provided for each clinic, and duplicate posting across platforms cannot be verified. The Naver and Kakao review counts match the totals in the analysis.
| Clinic | Naver rating | Kakao rating | Google rating | Total reviews | Ophthalmology specialists | Location | Strengths / to confirm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 더밝은안과의원 (Deobalkeun Eye Clinic) | Not available | 4 | 3.7 | 1,434 | Not available | 동안구 경수대로 428, 덕유파크 4th floor (Dongan-gu) | 1,196 Naver reviews; reviews mention explanations and kindness |
| 밝은성모안과의원 (Balgeun Seongmo Eye Clinic) | Not available | 2.5 | 4.2 | 784 | Not available | 만안구 안양로 297, 473 m from Anyang Station Exit 1 (Manan-gu) | Surgery and treatment experience reviews; mixed comments on staff manner |
| 성모봄안과의원 (Seongmo Bom Eye Clinic) | Not available | Not available | Not available | 2,283 | Not available | 동안구 시민대로 214, 404 m from Beomgye Station Exit 1 (Dongan-gu) | 1,455 reviews; weekend hours listed |
| 태안과의원 (Tae Eye Clinic) | Not available | 2.7 | 2.8 | 2,321 | Not available | 동안구 평촌대로223번길 64, 39 m from Beomgye Station Exit 2 (Dongan-gu) | Amenity information such as booking and parking provided |
| 서울안과의원 (Seoul Eye Clinic) | Not available | Not available | Not available | 3,430 | Not available | Address to be confirmed | 2,336 Naver reviews; confirm location and retina care availability |
Review counts and ratings follow each platform's counting criteria and the data provided. HIRA specialist counts are unavailable for all five clinics.
Retina clinic selection checklist
- Retina care availability — First confirm whether the clinic handles retina disease consultations and treatment.
- Who will see you — Ask directly which medical staff handle retina care and how many ophthalmology specialists work there. The collected data contains no specialist counts.
- Tests needed — Ask which tests are performed for your symptoms and whether booking is required.
- Describing your symptoms — Note when symptoms started, how they have changed, which eye is affected, and any previous diagnoses or treatments, and pass this on.
- Urgent symptoms — If you have a sudden change in vision or another urgent symptom, contact a medical institution immediately to ask whether you can wait for a routine appointment.
- Bringing previous results — Check before your visit whether previous test results or information about medications you take are needed.
- Booking and registration — Confirm whether phone or online booking is available, when first-visit registration closes, and expected waiting times.
- Hours and lunch breaks — On the day, confirm lunch breaks or temporary closures beyond the listed opening hours.
- Costs and follow-up — Ask the clinic directly about test costs, health insurance coverage, result explanations and follow-up schedules.
Warning signs to watch for
The items below are not evaluations of any specific clinic but general points to confirm before a visit.
- If you cannot get clear answers about retina care or the tests you need, check further before booking.
- If the purpose of a test or treatment, the expected cost, and the alternatives were not explained well enough, keep asking until you understand.
- If your symptoms change and it is unclear when you should call again or come in, confirm the instructions once more.
- Do not judge retina care capability or treatment outcomes from review ratings alone. You need to confirm the clinic's scope of care and discuss your own condition.
Frequently asked questions
Which retina clinic in Anyang is the best?
With the data provided, it is not possible to rank clinics by retina care quality. None of the five clinics has confirmed retina specialization or ophthalmology specialist counts, so ask each clinic directly whether the care and tests you need are available.
Which clinic has the most reviews?
Among the Naver review counts provided, 서울안과의원 (Seoul Eye Clinic) has the most, at 2,336. However, its address was not provided in detail, and review counts do not guarantee suitability for retina care or outcomes.
Do any of these clinics have English-speaking staff?
The source data for all five clinics contains no information about language support, so this article cannot confirm that any of them has English-speaking doctors or interpreters. If that matters to you, call the clinic or check its booking page — the phone numbers and websites are listed above — and ask which languages are supported on the date you plan to visit. Bringing a Korean-speaking friend or a translation app is a practical fallback.
Where can I check the number of ophthalmology specialists?
In the HIRA registration data collected for this article, the number of ophthalmology specialists was not listed for any of the five clinics. Check the latest staffing information and scope of care separately with the clinic or with HIRA.
Can I find lunch break or parking information?
Lunch breaks are not in the provided data for any clinic. 태안과의원 (Tae Eye Clinic) lists parking as an amenity, but the conditions of use were not confirmed, and no parking information was provided for the other clinics. Call before your visit.
Do I need a booking to receive retina care?
The collected data does not show how each clinic handles retina care bookings or whether tests require a separate appointment. Before visiting, call to ask about retina care availability, the booking process, required documents, and whether you should bring previous test results.
Final thoughts
Comparing review counts and ratings for five eye clinics in Anyang gives you reference material for gauging visitor experiences, but retina specialization and staff numbers could not be confirmed. In particular, confirm the address for 서울안과의원 (Seoul Eye Clinic), and for every clinic confirm retina care availability and booking and lunch break details before you visit. This article summarizes the reviews and registration data provided and is not a substitute for diagnosis or treatment. Please consult a medical professional about your symptoms and treatment options.
Last updated: 2026-10-29