All figures in this article are based on public data from the Health Insurance Review and Assessment Service (HIRA). K-Derm House directly links HIRA data to periodically update the status of dermatology clinics nationwide.
Busan Dermatology, 3rd Largest in the Country
Out of 2,097 active dermatology clinics nationwide registered in K-Derm House, 160 are located in Busan Metropolitan City, making it the 3rd largest in the country after Seoul and Gyeonggi-do. The average years of operation for all dermatology clinics in Busan is 13 years.
Busan Metropolitan City Dermatology Status — Based on HIRA Public Data
Among the 160 clinics in Busan, 52 (32.5%) have board-certified dermatologists. The remaining 67.5% are clinics operated by general practitioners claiming to practice dermatology. Specialist status can be verified on each clinic page in K-Derm House based on HIRA data.
Distribution by District — Half Concentrated in Busanjin-gu and Haeundae-gu
Among the 16 districts and counties in Busan, dermatology clinics are clearly concentrated in two areas. There are 42 in Busanjin-gu (Seomyeon area) and 37 in Haeundae-gu, with a total of 79 clinics in these two districts accounting for 49.4% of the total in Busan.
| District/County | No. of Clinics | Clinics with Specialists | No. of Specialists | Specialist Ratio | Avg. Years of Operation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Busanjin-gu (Seomyeon) | 42 | 9 | 15 | 21.4% | 12 Years |
| Haeundae-gu | 37 | 10 | 14 | 27.0% | 10 Years |
| Dongnae-gu | 12 | 3 | 4 | 25.0% | 18 Years |
| Saha-gu | 11 | 6 | 6 | 54.5% | 18 Years |
| Buk-gu | 10 | 3 | 4 | 30.0% | 13 Years |
| Nam-gu | 8 | 5 | 7 | 62.5% | 12 Years |
| Others: Geumjeong-gu(7) · Gangseo-gu(6) · Gijang-gun(6) · Jung-gu(6) · Yeonje-gu(5) · Suyeong-gu(3) · Sasang-gu(3) · Yeongdo-gu(2) · Dong-gu(1) · Seo-gu(1) | |||||
※ Based on HIRA public data. This is not a quality comparison between clinics.
Haeundae-gu — 19 Clinics Concentrated Around Centum City Station
All 37 clinics in Haeundae-gu have station area information, with 19 (51.4%) concentrated within the radius of Centum City Station on Subway Line 2. The first clinic opened in 1997, and the average years of operation is 10 years.
Dermatology Distribution by Station Area in Haeundae-gu (HIRA)
Figures represent the average walking distance (m) from the respective station.
Among the 37 clinics in Haeundae-gu, 10 (27.0%) have specialists, with a total of 14 specialists and 44 total doctors. To check the full list of dermatology clinics in Haeundae-gu on K-Derm House, please refer to the Haeundae-gu Dermatology page.
Busanjin-gu (Seomyeon) — 26 Clinics Concentrated Around Seomyeon Station Line 2
All 42 clinics in Busanjin-gu have station area information. 26 (61.9%) are concentrated within the radius of Seomyeon Station Line 2, and including the 3 clinics near Seomyeon Station Line 1, a total of 29 (69.0%) are clustered in the Seomyeon Station area. The average distance from Seomyeon Station Line 2 to the clinics is 233m, showing a structure concentrated right in front of the station compared to Centum City Station in Haeundae (670m).
The first clinic in Busanjin-gu opened in 1984, and some clinics have been in operation for over 40 years. The average years of operation (12 years) is longer than that of Haeundae-gu (10 years), indicating a higher number of long-established clinics.
Dermatology Distribution by Station Area in Busanjin-gu (HIRA)
Figures represent the average walking distance (m) from the respective station.
Among the 42 clinics in Busanjin-gu, 9 (21.4%) have specialists, with a total of 15 specialists and 52 total doctors. The reason the total number of doctors (52) is higher than in Haeundae-gu (44) is due to a higher proportion of clinics operated by multiple doctors. To check the full list of dermatology clinics in Busanjin-gu on K-Derm House, please refer to the Busanjin-gu Dermatology page.
Comparison of the Two Areas
| Category | Haeundae-gu | Busanjin-gu (Seomyeon) |
|---|---|---|
| No. of Active Dermatology Clinics | 37 | 42 |
| Clinics with Specialists | 10 (27.0%) | 9 (21.4%) |
| Total No. of Specialists | 14 | 15 |
| Total No. of Doctors | 44 | 52 |
| Avg. Years of Operation | 10 Years | 12 Years |
| First Opening Year | 1997 | 1984 |
| Main Station Area | Centum City Station (Line 2) | Seomyeon Station (Line 1·2) |
| Avg. Distance from Main Station | 670m (Centum City) | 233m (Seomyeon Line 2) |
※ Based on HIRA public data. This is not a quality comparison between clinics.
Why You Should Check for Board-Certified Specialists
In Korean dermatology clinics, both board-certified dermatologists and general practitioners who claim to practice dermatology provide treatment. Even if 'Dermatology' is written on the sign, specialist status is a separate matter. In Busan, only 32.5% of clinics have board-certified specialists.
HIRA public data discloses the number of specialists registered at each clinic, and K-Derm House provides the specialist status of 2,097 dermatology clinics nationwide based on this. If you are considering treatment for a specific skin disease or procedures requiring medical judgment, it is reasonable to check for specialist status in advance.
How to check on K-Derm House: Clinic Detail Page → 'Objective Data' Tab → No. of HIRA-registered Specialists
Searching for Busan Dermatology Clinics with K-Derm House
K-Derm House provides specialist status, opening years, and station area distances for all 160 dermatology clinics in Busan based on HIRA public data.
Data Source: Health Insurance Review and Assessment Service (HIRA) public data. K-Derm House periodically updates HIRA data.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes based on public data and is not a recommendation for any specific medical institution.