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2025-01-14
DM DERMATOLOGY
Our Doctor
ENGLISH SPOKEN
Our Medical Director sees you
in English, in person
International patients can talk with our board-certified dermatologist, the Medical Director, directly in English, without an interpreter. He listens to your concerns and goals himself, and explains the findings and the plan himself.
Our consultation manager can help in Chinese and Japanese.
- English consultation with the Medical Director
- WhatsApp · WeChat inquiries
DERMATOLOGIST
The guardian of your skin's health:
look for the board-certified dermatologist mark!
At DM Dermatology in Apgujeong, you are seen by Dr. Shin Young-ik, Medical Director and board-certified dermatologist.
What a dermatologist is
How a doctor becomes a board-certified dermatologist
At DM Dermatology, you can receive care tailored to each type of skin concern, such as acne scars, freckles, fine lines, uneven skin texture, and facial redness.
A board-certified dermatologist is a doctor who graduated from medical school, passed the national medical licensing exam, and then completed a 1-year internship and a 4-year dermatology residency at a teaching hospital. After this training, the doctor takes the specialist board exam, which has a written part and a practical or oral part. Doctors who pass are certified as specialists by the Minister of Health and Welfare.
The dermatologist mark is a red label with the words ‘피부과전문의’ (board-certified dermatologist) in white. This mark is also on the sleeve of the gown worn by DM Dermatology's medical director. In Korea, a clinic name with ‘피부과’ (dermatology) in the name itself, such as ‘○○피부과의원’ (○○ Dermatology Clinic), may only be used by a clinic opened by a board-certified dermatologist.
DM DOCTOR
Board-Certified Dermatologist
Dr. Shin Young-ik, Medical Director
Shin Young-ik, M.D.
Dr. Shin Young-ik, our medical director, is a board-certified dermatologist who graduated from Hanyang University. After serving as a staff dermatologist and as a director at dermatology clinics, Dr. Shin now practices at DM Dermatology Clinic. At DM Dermatology, the medical director examines your skin in person.
Care by a board-certified dermatologistPatients at our clinic are seen by a dermatologist certified by the Minister of Health and Welfare.
Guardian of skin healthEducation
- Graduate, Hanyang University
- M.S., Hanyang University College of Medicine
Societies · Training
- Full Member, Korean Dermatological Association
- Full Member, Korean Hair Research Society
- Full Member, Korean Society for Dermatologic Surgery
- Clinical Fellowship in Dermatology, Jefferson Medical College (Thomas Jefferson University), USA
- Member, Korean Society for Obesity and Body Contouring
Career
- Adjunct Professor, Hanyang University
- Former Staff Dermatologist, Woo Tae-ha Dermatology
- Former Director, Kanghan Dermatology
- Former Director, BK Dermatology
- Medical Director, DM Dermatology Clinic (current)
Last updated: 2024.8.1
CERTIFICATIONS
Conference and training certificates
Certificates the Medical Director received for attending or completing academic meetings and training courses. They span many areas of dermatology, such as pigmentation, dermatologic surgery, and Botox (botulinum toxin) and fillers. Swipe sideways to see more.
2005Clinical Fellowship in Dermatology, Jefferson Medical College (Thomas Jefferson University), USAClinical Fellowship in Dermatology · Jefferson Medical College · April 4–18 
2006Completed a Botox and filler workshop courseBotox-Filler Study Group of Dermatologists 
2009Attended the Restylane Asian Aesthetic Master ClassRestylane Asian Aesthetic Master Class 
2014Attended the Allergan Academy APMAC congressAsia Pacific Medical Aesthetics Congress · Seoul 
2015Attended the autumn conference of the Korean Academy of Obesity and Aesthetic TreatmentKorean Academy of Obesity & Aesthetic Treatment 
2015Attended the 36th congress of the International Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ISDS)ISDS 2015 · Seoul, October 1–4 
2015Attended the 18th Autumn Meeting of the Association of Korean DermatologistsThe Association of Korean Dermatologists 
2015Completed the Pigmentation Master Course, Association of Korean DermatologistsPigmentation Master Course · 18th Autumn Meeting 
2016Completed the Pigmentation Master Course, Association of Korean DermatologistsPigmentation Master Course · 19th Spring Meeting
PRESS & MEDIA
Our medical director on TV and in the press
TV appearances by Dr. Shin Young-ik, our medical director and board-certified dermatologist, and news of exchanges with medical professionals from abroad.
SKIN CONCERNS
The same concern can start
at different depths
The skin has two main layers: the epidermis on the surface and the dermis below it. Pigment (melanin) is made in the lowest layer of the epidermis. The dermis holds collagen and elastic fibers, blood vessels, hair follicles, and sebaceous glands.
So a board-certified dermatologist first looks for the cause of your concern. The doctor checks whether it comes from pigment, blood vessels, scarring, collagen changes, or dead skin and sebum, and whether the cause lies in the epidermis or the dermis. The right approach among medication, laser, procedures, and skin care depends on the cause and depth.
- 1
Freckles Small brown spots that form when melanin increases in the lowest layer of the epidermis. They tend to appear on sun-exposed areas of the face, and usually darken in summer and fade in winter.
- 2
Facial redness Fine blood vessels in the upper dermis widen, so the face looks red. The flush may come and go, or the redness may stay, sometimes with tiny visible veins.
- 3
Fine lines These form as collagen in the dermis decreases and elastic fibers become disorganized. UV rays from the sun speed up these changes.
- 4
Acne scars When deep acne inflammation damages the dermis, there is not enough collagen as the skin heals, so the skin becomes depressed. There are narrow, deep scars; box-shaped scars; and gently rolling scars.
- 5
Uneven skin texture When dead skin builds up unevenly, pores look enlarged, or shallow scars are mixed in, the skin surface looks rough and bumpy.
RECOMMEND
A dermatologist's care
is recommended if
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You have several concerns, such as melasma, freckles, redness, or scars, and find it hard to decide where to start
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You want to know for sure whether the marks on your face are pigment or redness
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You have had side effects after a past treatment, such as hyperpigmentation or long-lasting redness
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You have a skin condition such as rosacea or atopic dermatitis, or your skin easily becomes sensitive
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You take medication or are pregnant or breastfeeding, and want to check whether you can have treatment
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You have an important event, such as a wedding or a trip abroad, and want to know the recovery time in advance
FIRST VISIT
How your
first visit works
The photos show DM Dermatology's actual clinic spaces.
step 01
Booking and check-in
Choose a date by phone, KakaoTalk, or Naver Booking. When you arrive, check in at the reception desk.
step 02
Medical history
We ask about the area of concern and how long you have had it, and about your medications, allergies, and past treatments. Please also tell us the names and dates of past treatments and any reactions afterward.
step 03
Dermatologist's exam and explanation
The medical director examines your skin in person under a magnifying lamp. The doctor explains the cause and depth of your concern, and goes over the suitable approach (medication, procedure, or skin care), the expected number of sessions, recovery time, and side effects.
step 04
Treatment or prescription, then follow-up
If you agree to the plan, you receive treatment or a prescription. You do not have to decide that day; you can think it over and book again later. At your next visit, we check the changes and how your skin has responded.
FIRST VISIT GUIDE
Useful information
for your first visit
- Opening hoursWeekdays 10:00–19:00
Saturday 10:00–16:30 · Lunch 13:00–14:00 - Sundays & public holidaysBy appointment only
We see only patients who have booked in advance - Length of first visitAbout 30 min
This includes check-in, medical history, and the exam. It takes longer if you have treatment the same day - Booking02-3445-0803
Phone · KakaoTalk · Naver Booking - Consultation languagesEnglish · Chinese · Japanese
The Medical Director consults in English himself · WhatsApp · WeChat (dmderma) inquiries - What to bringA list of your current medications
Names and dates of past treatments, and any reactions afterward
Caution
Please tell us
before your exam
Before we plan any treatment, please be sure to tell us about the following during your exam.
- 01Pregnancy · Breastfeeding
Tell us if you are pregnant or may be pregnant. Tell us also if you are breastfeeding. Some medications and treatments are not used, or are postponed, during this time.
- 02Current medications
Blood thinners such as aspirin and warfarin make bruising more likely. Also tell us about the acne medication isotretinoin and about medications that make you sensitive to sunlight, such as some antibiotics. Do not stop any medication on your own; talk to the doctor who prescribed it first.
- 03Tendency to form keloids
Tell us if even small wounds have ever left red, thick, raised scars.
- 04Cold sores (herpes)
Tell us if you often get cold sores. They can come back after laser treatment or peels, so medication is sometimes given in advance.
- 05Implanted devices · Implants
If you have an implanted electronic device such as a pacemaker or defibrillator, we do not use radiofrequency devices. Please also tell us about any metal implants, fillers, or threads in your face.
- 06Past treatments and side effects
Tell us the names and dates of any recent treatments. If you have ever had hyperpigmentation, scarring, or an allergic reaction after a treatment, be sure to let us know.
Possible side effects after skin treatments
- Redness, a feeling of heat, and swelling are common after skin treatments. They usually settle within a few hours to a few days.
- Bruising may occur after injections or needle-based treatments. It is more likely if you take blood thinners.
- Hyperpigmentation (darkening of the skin) may occur after treatment. It is more likely if your skin is tanned or is exposed to UV light after treatment.
- Rarely, blisters, infection, or scarring may occur. Cold sores may also come back.
- If you have blisters, oozing, or pain or redness that keeps getting worse, contact the clinic right away.
※ The type and degree of side effects, and how long they take to settle, depend on the treatment and skin condition and vary from person to person.
FAQ
01Will I be seen by a board-certified dermatologist at DM Dermatology?
Yes. Dr. Shin Young-ik, our medical director, is a board-certified dermatologist. Our clinic's Korean name, ‘디엠피부과의원’, includes the specialty ‘피부과’ (dermatology) because the clinic was opened by a board-certified dermatologist. Korea's Medical Service Act allows only doctors certified as specialists to display a specialty in this way.
02What training does a board-certified dermatologist have?
Any licensed doctor can treat skin. A board-certified dermatologist has, in addition, completed a 1-year internship and a 4-year dermatology residency and passed the specialist board exam. Clinics opened by doctors who are not specialists do not put the specialty in their name; they show it separately, for example as ‘진료과목 피부과’ (dermatology offered as a service).
03How can I check for the dermatologist mark?
First, look at the clinic's name. If ‘피부과’ (dermatology) is part of the name itself, as in ‘○○피부과의원’, the clinic was opened by a board-certified dermatologist. You can also look for the red dermatologist mark on the sign, at the entrance, or on the website, and for the words ‘피부과 전문의’ (board-certified dermatologist) in the doctor's profile.
04Does the medical director see patients personally?
At DM Dermatology, our medical director, a board-certified dermatologist, examines and diagnoses your skin in person. Based on the diagnosis, we make a plan suited to your skin and symptoms. Please check available times for your preferred date when you book.
05What should I bring to my first dermatology visit?
Bring a written list of the medications you take. Please also tell us the names and dates of past treatments and any reactions afterward. If you have photos from when your concern was clearly visible, you are welcome to bring them too.
06Does the Medical Director see patients in English himself?
Yes. Our board-certified dermatologist, the Medical Director, examines and consults with you in English himself. With no interpreter in between, he hears your concerns and goals directly and explains everything to you. Our consultation manager can help in Chinese and Japanese. You can also reach us on WhatsApp or WeChat (dmderma).
07How do I book at DM Dermatology?
You can book by phone (02-3445-0803). You can also use 1:1 chat on our KakaoTalk channel @디엠피부과 or Naver Booking.
08Can I have just a consultation, without treatment?
Yes, a consultation alone is fine. After the exam, once you have heard about the cause and the options, you can take your time deciding whether to have treatment.
09Are you open on Sundays or public holidays?
On Sundays and public holidays, we see patients by appointment only. We see only those who have booked in advance, so please be sure to book. On weekdays we are open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and on Saturdays 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Lunch break is 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
10How do I get to DM Dermatology from Apgujeong Station?
Take Exit 5 of Apgujeong Station (Line 3) and walk straight for 50 m. It is a 2-minute walk, and we are on the 4th floor of the A Twosome Place building. Our address is 158 Apgujeong-ro (579-1 Sinsa-dong), Gangnam-gu, Seoul. If you come by car, you can use the building's underground parking.
CONSULTATION
Consultation comes first
Before any treatment is chosen, a board-certified dermatologist checks your skin in person.
DM Dermatology, 4F, 579-1 Sinsa-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
From Apgujeong Station (Line 3) Exit 5, walk straight for 50 m. 4th floor of the A Twosome Place building
- Weekdays
- am 10:00 - pm 07:00
- Saturday
- am 10:00 - pm 04:30
- Lunch break
- pm 01:00 - pm 02:00
- Sun & holidays
- By appointment only
- Subway
3Apgujeong StationExit 5
Walk straight for 50 m · 2 min on foot · 4th floor of the A Twosome Place building
- Bus
Apgujeong Station Exit 4 · Exit 32310523429
Blue bus147 · 148 · 240 · 463 · 343Green bus4211
Kwanglim Church · Hyundai High School2310323104
Blue bus143 · 240 · 345 · 472Green bus3011 · 4312 · 4318
- By car
Search in your navigation app158 Apgujeong-ro, Gangnam-gu디엠피부과의원
Use the building’s underground parking · Parking available in the building
