PATIENT QUESTION

What is a board-certified dermatologist in Korea?

SHORT ANSWER

In Korea, a board-certified dermatologist (피부과 전문의) has completed medical school, an internship, a four-year dermatology residency and a national specialist exam. Many clinics advertising skin treatments are run by doctors without this certification.
Dr. Yang Jung-hwa, MD — board-certified dermatologist, Seoul National University

The detail

Look for '피부과 전문의' in the clinic name or doctor title. The Heal's director, Dr. Yang Jung-hwa, is a Seoul National University-trained board-certified dermatologist.

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