Key Takeaways
When comparing LASIK eye clinics in Gangnam-gu by review count first, you can start with 밝은성모안과의원 (Balgeun Seongmo Eye Clinic), which has 2,610 Naver reviews and 1,036 Kakao reviews, and 삼성미라클안과의원 강남점 (Samsung Miracle Eye Clinic Gangnam Branch), which has 1,249 Naver reviews and 1,402 Kakao reviews. 밝은성모안과의원 has a provided Kakao rating of 4.4 and a Google rating of 4.9, while 삼성미라클안과의원 강남점 has 4.4 on Kakao and 5 on Google. However, ratings and reviews do not guarantee treatment outcomes. Whether LASIK is possible should be decided after checking your individual eye condition and consulting with the medical staff.
For foreign patients, language support varies by clinic and must be confirmed by phone or the clinic’s booking page; do not assume that English-speaking consultation is available. Ask how to book, what to bring (such as ID or passport and any relevant eye records), and whether an interpreter or translated consent forms can be provided before your visit.
How We Compared
We collected and compared 5,939 Naver Place visitor reviews, 6,065 KakaoMap reviews, and Health Insurance Review and Assessment Service (HIRA) registration information. The average KakaoMap rating for the five selected clinics was provided as 4.4. In each clinic’s details, the provided Naver, Kakao, and Google ratings and review counts are listed separately, and platforms without a provided rating are marked “Not available.” In the table, “Total Reviews” is the sum of Naver and Kakao reviews; overlaps between platforms were not checked. Blog reviews are shown separately and are excluded from the Total Reviews sum. Under HIRA criteria, none of the five clinics has ophthalmologist count information in the provided data.
라움스마일안과의원 (Raum Smile Eye Clinic)
라움스마일안과의원 has 504 Naver reviews, 158 Kakao reviews, and 1,329 blog reviews, and its provided Google rating is 4.6. Naver and Kakao ratings were not provided. HIRA-based ophthalmologist count is also not available, so if you want to compare by specialist count, you must check with the clinic or HIRA separately. Reviews mention both SMILE LASIK consultation and surgery experiences and cataract care experiences. The content below reflects individual authors’ experiences and cannot be used to generalize surgical outcomes.
“I visited for a consultation and to receive SMILE LASIK; they examined me kindly, and I liked both the doctor and the equipment, so I went ahead with same-day surgery and am satisfied.” (October 30, 2026)
“It’s nice because it’s close to Gangnam Station. The facilities are spacious and clean.” (October 28, 2026)
The address is 3F, 5 Teheran-ro 4-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul (서울 강남구 테헤란로4길 5 3층), and it is listed as 139m from Gangnam Station Exit 1. Hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 09:30–18:30; Friday 09:30–19:00; and Saturday 09:00–15:30. Whether it is open on Sunday and its lunch break are not in the provided data, so confirm before visiting. The phone number is 0507-1412-3222. Reservations, parking, Wi-Fi, and a waiting area are listed, but ask about parking conditions and available reservation times. Reviews show SMILE LASIK consultations and same-day surgery cases, but same-day surgery may depend on exam results and the clinic consultation. For reference, LASIK prices are generally 1,000,000–1,800,000 KRW for standard LASIK and 1,500,000–2,500,000 KRW for wavefront or customized LASIK (both eyes); check whether the exam fee is included and compare total amounts.
삼성미라클안과의원 강남점
삼성미라클안과의원 강남점 has 1,249 Naver reviews, 1,402 Kakao reviews, and 5,617 blog reviews. Provided ratings are Kakao 4.4 and Google 5; Naver rating is not available. HIRA-based ophthalmologist count is not in the provided data. Reviews mention SMILE LASIK and SMILE Pro experiences and comments about the exam and consultation process. These are reviewers’ experiences, and surgical suitability or recovery can differ by individual.
“I had SMILE LASIK. With thorough exams and kind guidance, I was able to receive surgery with peace of mind. The pre-surgery exam items were very diverse and carefully conducted, so I could accurately understand my eye condition, and they explained the results and surgical process in an easy-to-understand way, which relieved a lot of my tension. My vision also recovered quickly, and I am satisfied.” (October 30, 2026)
“I had SMILE Pro surgery at Samsung Miracle Eye Clinic Gangnam Branch. I was satisfied overall with everything from pre-surgery exams to consultation, surgery, and follow-up care.” (October 30, 2026)
The address is 7F and 14F, 115 Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul (서울 강남구 테헤란로 115 7층·14층), and it is 140m from Gangnam Station Exit 12. Hours are Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday 09:30–18:30; Friday 09:30–19:30; and Saturday 09:00–16:00. Thursday care, lunch break, and Sunday care are not in the provided data, so confirm. The phone number is 0507-1491-7837. Reservations, parking, and valet parking are listed, but ask about costs and conditions before visiting. Reviews mention SMILE LASIK and SMILE Pro, but that does not mean a particular procedure can be recommended for every patient. Confirm in consultation the total amount including the exam fee, surgery, and follow-up care; rather than simply comparing with LASIK market rates, it is practical to compare the total for the method proposed to you.
강남케이안과의원 (Gangnam K Eye Clinic)
강남케이안과의원 has 60 Naver reviews, 10 Kakao reviews, and 131 blog reviews, and its provided Google rating is 5. Naver and Kakao ratings are not available, and HIRA-based ophthalmologist count is also not in the provided data. It is difficult to judge a clinic’s level of care or surgical outcomes from review count alone. Visitor reviews include experiences with SMILE LASIK surgery, exams, and facilities. Comments about vision or recovery after surgery should be read as that author’s experience.
“I had SMILE LASIK at 강남케이안과의원. The doctor performed the surgery very well, I was able to return to daily life after just one day, and I was also satisfied with the consultation about preserving vision later. The facilities are clean and everyone is kind. Above all, I am very satisfied with the surgical result.” (October 31, 2026)
“I had detailed exams and then SMILE LASIK the same day. Three to four hours after surgery, the pain went away and my vision improved a lot. Both the doctor and staff were kind, and the facilities were comfortable.” (October 31, 2026)
The address is 13F, 374 Gangnam-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul (서울 강남구 강남대로 374 13층), and it is 76m from Gangnam Station Exit 3. Hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday 09:00–18:00, and Saturday 09:00–16:00. Thursday care, lunch break, and Sunday care were not provided, so check by phone. The phone number is 02-567-7757, and reservations, parking, and a waiting area are listed. Homepage data was provided as an Instagram address; whether a separate website exists was not confirmed. Reviews include same-day exam and surgery cases, but do not book on the assumption of same-day surgery; first check exam results and whether surgery is possible. For vision correction surgery costs, standard LASIK is 1,000,000–1,800,000 KRW and customized LASIK is 1,500,000–2,500,000 KRW (both eyes) as a reference range. Ask whether the exam fee is separate and about the total including additional costs.
지에스안과의원 (GS Eye Clinic)
지에스안과의원 has 1,516 Naver reviews and 3,459 Kakao reviews; blog reviews are 0 in the provided data. Its provided Google rating is 4.9, and Naver and Kakao ratings are not available. HIRA-based ophthalmologist count is not in the provided data. Reviews include positive experiences with exams, explanations, and facilities, as well as opinions about discounts and additional cost guidance. Cost conditions can vary by patient condition and clinic guidance, so it is better to confirm which items apply to you before consultation.
“My eyes kept feeling tired, so I visited, and the staff were really kind. They examined thoroughly and explained the results clearly, so I felt reassured. The facilities were clean and comfortable, and I think I’ll come here again.” (October 13, 2026)
“There is no friend or acquaintance discount. They say it is the same as the event price on the website. If you are coming because you heard about an acquaintance discount, don’t look only here; book other places too and compare prices.” (October 8, 2026)
The address is 8F, 15F, and 16F, 390 Gangnam-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul (서울 강남구 강남대로 390 8층·15층·16층), listed as 27m from Gangnam Station Exit 1. Hours are Monday–Friday 10:00–18:30 and Saturday 09:30–17:00. Lunch break and Sunday care are not in the provided data, so confirm. The phone number is 02-3469-0900. Reservations, parking, and valet parking are listed, but ask about parking costs and conditions. Reviews include a reviewer’s comment about additional costs for astigmatism and corneal strengthening, so it cannot be concluded that the same costs or conditions apply to all patients. During consultation, check the exam fee, the necessity and cost of optional or additional procedures, and whether discounts can be combined; compare the total with standard LASIK market rates.
밝은성모안과의원 (Balgeun Seongmo Eye Clinic)
밝은성모안과의원 has 2,610 Naver reviews, 1,036 Kakao reviews, and 4,570 blog reviews. Provided ratings are Kakao 4.4 and Google 4.9; Naver rating is not available. HIRA-based ophthalmologist count is not in the provided data. It has the highest provided Naver review count among the five clinics, but review count alone cannot determine treatment suitability. Reviews mention SMILE LASIK exams and surgery experiences and comments about kindness and facilities.
“I worried for three months and chose this clinic. I had same-day exams and same-day surgery, and the surgery was not painful at all. I am looking forward to the progress.” (October 27, 2026)
“I came for SMILE LASIK, and the clinic overall was neat and clean, which was good. All the staff were kind, and they examined one item at a time carefully, which made me trust them.” (October 23, 2026)
The address is 3F, 16F, 17F (reception), and 18F, Cambridge Building, 110 Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul (서울 강남구 테헤란로 110 캠브리지빌딩 3층·16층·17층(접수)·18층), and it is 69m from Gangnam Station Exit 1. Hours are Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday 10:00–18:00; Friday 10:00–19:00; and Saturday 09:00–15:00. Wednesday care, lunch break, and Sunday care are not in the provided data, so check in advance. The phone number is 02-2202-1515. Reservations and parking are listed, but it is better to ask about parking conditions. Even if reviews include same-day exam and surgery experiences, not all patients can follow the same schedule. Check through exam results which method—LASIK or SMILE LASIK—is suitable, and when comparing with reference market rates of 1,000,000–1,800,000 KRW for standard LASIK both eyes and 1,500,000–2,500,000 KRW for customized LASIK, also confirm whether exam fees and additional costs are included.
At-a-Glance Comparison
“Total Reviews” is the sum of Naver and Kakao review counts, and whether reviews overlap was not checked. Ratings are shown only for platforms where values were provided.
| Clinic Name | Naver Rating | Kakao Rating | Google Rating | Total Reviews | Number of Ophthalmologists | Location | Strengths (Based on Provided Data) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 라움스마일안과의원 | Not available | Not available | 4.6 | 662 | Not available | Gangnam Station Exit 1, 139m | SMILE LASIK and cataract-related visitor reviews; reservation and parking information |
| 삼성미라클안과의원 강남점 | Not available | 4.4 | 5 | 2,651 | Not available | Gangnam Station Exit 12, 140m | SMILE LASIK and SMILE Pro-related reviews; parking and valet information |
| 강남케이안과의원 | Not available | Not available | 5 | 70 | Not available | Gangnam Station Exit 3, 76m | SMILE LASIK-related reviews; close to Gangnam Station |
| 지에스안과의원 | Not available | Not available | 4.9 | 4,975 | Not available | Gangnam Station Exit 1, 27m | High combined Naver and Kakao review count; valet information |
| 밝은성모안과의원 | Not available | 4.4 | 4.9 | 3,646 | Not available | Gangnam Station Exit 1, 69m | 2,610 Naver reviews; SMILE LASIK-related reviews |
LASIK Eye Clinic Selection Checklist
- Scope of surgical suitability exams — Check what exams are performed and how the results are explained.
- Surgical method and rationale — Ask what method is proposed, such as LASIK or customized LASIK, and whether other options exist.
- Medical staff information — Check directly who will handle the consultation and surgery and confirm HIRA registration information. The provided data does not include the number of ophthalmologists at each clinic.
- Total cost — Confirm costs including not only surgery but also exam fees, medication costs, additional procedure costs, and follow-up care.
- Necessity of additional procedures — If additional items are proposed, ask specifically why they apply, whether they are optional, and how much they cost.
- Whether exam fees are included — Exam fees may be separate at different clinics, so compare based on the final amount payable.
- Surgery-day schedule — Ask whether exams and surgery can be done on the same day and whether that is possible for you after exams.
- Follow-up care plan — Check the post-surgery appointment schedule, how to ask questions, and what follow-up care will be provided.
- Reservations and hours — Confirm weekday operating hours, lunch break, and procedures for changing a reservation before visiting.
- Transportation and parking — Check not only the distance from the exit but also whether parking is available, whether valet parking is offered, and the cost.
Warning Signs
- If a clinic rushes surgery without exams and explanation — Ask for an explanation you can understand and confirm your individual exam results and surgical suitability.
- If it is difficult to confirm the total amount — Check item by item whether exam fees, additional procedure fees, and follow-up care costs are included.
- If the necessity and cost of additional procedures are unclear — Ask why they are being applied and what alternatives exist, and decide after you understand the answers.
- If results are guaranteed based only on reviews or ratings — Online reviews are individual experiences and do not guarantee your surgical suitability or outcome.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which LASIK eye clinic in Gangnam-gu has the most reviews?
The provided Naver review count is highest for 밝은성모안과의원 at 2,610, the largest among the five. When Naver and Kakao reviews are combined, 지에스안과의원 has 4,975 and 밝은성모안과의원 has 3,646. Overlap between platforms was not checked, so use combined figures for reference only.
Do higher review ratings mean better surgical outcomes?
Ratings and reviews are reference material showing users’ experiences; they do not guarantee an individual’s surgical suitability or outcome. You should decide based on exam results and medical staff explanations.
How much does LASIK cost in Gangnam-gu?
The provided 2026 reference prices are 1,000,000–1,800,000 KRW for standard LASIK both eyes and 1,500,000–2,500,000 KRW for wavefront or customized LASIK both eyes. Some clinics have separate exam fees and some include them, so check the actual total. The provided data indicates that private indemnity insurance does not apply to vision correction surgery.
Can I have the exam and surgery on the same day?
Some visitor reviews record same-day exams and surgery. However, this cannot be considered a schedule available to every patient. Check exam results and reservation availability with the clinic.
How can I check the number of ophthalmologists at each clinic?
In the HIRA data provided for this comparison, none of the five clinics lists an ophthalmologist count. If specialist count is a selection criterion, check the latest information directly through HIRA registration information or the clinic.
Is an English-speaking consultation available at these clinics?
The provided data does not confirm English-speaking staff at any of the five clinics. To check, call the listed phone number or use the clinic’s booking page and ask directly whether an English-speaking consultation is available and whether an interpreter or translated consent forms can be arranged. Ask before booking and confirm in advance what to bring, such as ID or passport and any relevant eye records.
Final Thoughts
When choosing a LASIK eye clinic in Gangnam-gu, do not compare only review counts and ratings; also check whether exams and explanations are sufficient, surgical suitability, total costs, follow-up care plans, and transportation and parking conditions. This article summarizes provided review and operating information and 2026 reference prices, and does not recommend a specific clinic or replace diagnosis or treatment. Whether vision correction surgery is possible and which method is appropriate should be decided through individual exams and consultation with medical staff. Under the provided data, private indemnity insurance does not apply to vision correction surgery; confirm specific costs and operating information directly with the clinic.
Last updated: 2026-10-31