Hospitals
At the moment, there are two major hospitals in Geoje which provide assistance for non-Korean speakers. These are Geobung Baek Hospital in Gohyeon and Daewoo General Hospital in Jangseungpo. Clearwell Hospital in Suweol also now has a nurse who can assist with translation. There are also some other hospitals near Geoje that are popular with foreigners living on the island. These usually have foreign language assistance. For specialist practices, please check the Clinics.
For more information on hospitals in South Korea, go to : www.hospitalmaps.or.kr
GEOBUNG BAEK HOSPITAL
EMERGENCY NUMBER 055-733-0119 /80
TELEPHONE 055-733-0000
ADDRESS: 14, Gyeryong-ro 5-gil, Gohyeon, Geoje-si
WEBSITE: http://www.gbh.or.kr/
English speaking coordinator is Amber
055-733 0878 / 010 7112 0095
OPENING HOURS
Mon-Fri: 08.00-12.30 and 13.30-18.00
Sat: 08.00-13.00
Geobung Baek Hospital is the largest hospital in Geoje. English speaking Amber will assess your medical condition, then direct you to the correct physician and provide assistance during your hospital visit.
DAEWOO GENERAL HOSPITAL
EMERGENCY NUMBER (Ambulance call): 055-680-8123 /8119
Reception (night): 055-680-8300
TELEPHONE: 055-680-8400
ADDRESS: 16 Dumo-gil, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
WEBSITE www.dwho.or.kr
English Interpreter service: 055-680-8282
English speaking coordinator is
Dana Han. She will assess your needs and direct you to the correct physician.
OPEN OFFICE HOURS CONSULTATION HOURS
Mon-Fri 08.30-17.30 08.30-11.30 and 13.30-15.30
Sat 08.30-12.30 08.30-12.30
CLEAR WELL HOSPITAL – SUWOL
EMERGENCY NUMBER: 055-736-0119
TELEPHONE : Ms Emma Go (English speaking nurse): 055-730-9560
ADDRESS : Geoje-si, Yeoncho-myeon, Geoje daero 4477
WEBSITE : http://www.clearwell.kr
English speaking coordinator is Ms Emma Go : 055-730-9560
OPEN OFFICE HOURS
Mon-Fri 08.30-17.30
Sat 08.30-12.30
Specialists as well as general practitioners available. Ms Emma Go is available to evaluate the needs of English-speakers and refer to healthcare providers.
> HOSPITALS OUTSIDE GEOJE – BUSAN
BUSAN NATIONAL UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
The International Healthcare Services Department has English and Russian speaking staff and is open for foreign workers and tourists.
TELEPHONE: 051-240-7000
ADDRESS: 179, Gudeok-ro, Seo-gu, Busan
WEBSITE: http://www.pnuh.or.kr/
For enquiries, you may contact Kyung Ah Lee (best to message) during office hours on 010-2799-7031 or 010-8504-8200. English spoken.
ELLIUM WOMEN’S HOSPITAL
They have a specialized check-up program for women. This includes a personalized medical exam service appropriate for different age groups. Apart from that service, the hospital also offers cosmetic surgery and hosts a birth center.
TELEPHONE : 051-791-1006
ADDRESS : 794 Haeundaero, Haeundae-gu, Ellium BD 794, Busan
WEBSITE: http://elliumch.com
JOEUN GANGAN HOSPITAL
TELEPHONE: 051-625-0900
ADDRESS: 493 Suyeong-gu, Busan
WEBSITE: http://joeun4u.com
Located at Gwangali beach, this hospital includes an INTERNATIONAL PATIENT CENTRE on the 1st floor. It provides a one-stop medical service for foreigners, including reservation, consultation, payment, as well as other services. English and Russian speaking coordinators are available during opening hours at the foreign reception desk. Japanese and Chinese coordinators can also be provided by requesting an appointment in advance.
INTERNATIONAL PATIENT CENTRE MAIN TELEPHONE: 051-610-9182
To book medical treatment:
TELEPHONE: 051-610-9990
EMAIL: information@gang-an.or.kr
BUMIN HOSPITAL
TELEPHONE: 051-330-3000
ADDRESS: 59 Mandeok-daero Buksu Busan
WEB: http://bumin.co.kr/busan/
Hospital specialised in Orthopedics and Internal Medicine.