Korean Dermatology Clinic Basic Conversation
Korean dermatology clinics are famous worldwide, aren’t they? Let’s study Korean with conversations you can use when visiting a Korean dermatology clinic with Korean Dermatology Clinic Basic Conversation.
Korean Dermatology Clinic Basic Conversation :

접수처에서 (At the Reception)
환자: 안녕하세요. 피부과 진료 받고 싶어요.
직원: 네, 안녕하세요. 어떤 문제로 오셨나요?
환자: 얼굴에 여드름이 많이 났어요.
직원: 언제부터 그러셨어요?
환자: 한 달 전부터요.
직원: 처음 오시는 분이세요?
환자: 네, 처음이에요.
직원: 그럼 문진표 작성해 주세요. 보험증도 주세요.
환자: 네, 여기 있어요.
진료실에서 (In the Doctor’s Office)
의사: 안녕하세요. 어떤 증상으로 오셨어요?
환자: 얼굴 여드름 때문에 왔어요.
의사: 언제부터 생겼나요?
환자: 한 달 정도 됐어요.
의사: 가려우세요?
환자: 네, 조금 가려워요.
의사: 화장품 바꾸신 게 있나요?
환자: 아니요, 특별히 바꾼 건 없어요.
의사: 스트레스 많이 받으세요?
환자: 요즘 좀 받고 있어요.
의사: 그렇군요. 얼굴 한번 보겠습니다.
환자: 네. 의사: 염증성 여드름이네요. 약 처방해드리고, 연고도 발라주세요.
환자: 얼마나 발라야 해요?
의사: 하루에 두 번, 아침저녁으로 발라주세요.
환자: 네, 알겠습니다.
처방전 받을 때 (Getting Prescription)
환자: 약은 어디서 받아요?
직원: 1층 약국에서 받으시면 돼요.
환자: 다음 진료는 언제 받아야 해요?
직원: 2주 후에 다시 오세요.
환자: 예약할까요?
직원: 네, 예약해드릴게요.
영어 해석 (English Translation) for Korean Dermatology Clinic Basic Conversation

At the Reception
Patient: Hello. I’d like to receive dermatology treatment.
Staff: Yes, hello. What problem brought you here?
Patient: I have a lot of acne on my face.
Staff: Since when has it been like this?
Patient: Since a month ago.
Staff: Is this your first visit?
Patient: Yes, it’s my first time.
Staff: Then please fill out this medical questionnaire. Please give me your insurance card too.
Patient: Yes, here it is.
In the Doctor’s Office
Doctor: Hello. What symptoms brought you here?
Patient: I came because of facial acne.
Doctor: When did it start?
Patient: It’s been about a month.
Doctor: Is it itchy?
Patient: Yes, it’s a little itchy.
Doctor: Have you changed any cosmetics?
Patient: No, I haven’t changed anything in particular.
Doctor: Are you under a lot of stress?
Patient: I’ve been under some stress lately.
Doctor: I see. Let me take a look at your face.
Patient: Yes.
Doctor: It’s inflammatory acne. I’ll prescribe medicine for you, and please apply this ointment too.
Patient: How much should I apply?
Doctor: Twice a day, morning and evening.
Patient: Yes, I understand.
Getting Prescription
Patient: Where do I get the medicine?
Staff: You can get it at the pharmacy on the first floor.
Patient: When should I come for my next appointment?
Staff: Please come back in two weeks.
Patient: Should I make an appointment?
Staff: Yes, I’ll make an appointment for you.
단어 정리 (Vocabulary) for Korean Dermatology Clinic Basic Conversation
피부과 관련 (Dermatology Related)
- 피부과 (pi-bu-gwa) – dermatology clinic
- 피부 (pi-bu) – skin
- 여드름 (yeo-deu-reum) – acne
- 염증 (yeom-jeung) – inflammation
- 연고 (yeon-go) – ointment
- 화장품 (hwa-jang-pum) – cosmetics
- 문진표 (mun-jin-pyo) – medical questionnaire
증상 표현 (Symptom Expressions)
- 나다 (na-da) – to appear/break out
- 생기다 (saeng-gi-da) – to occur/develop
- 가렵다 (ga-ryeop-da) – to be itchy
- 바르다 (ba-reu-da) – to apply
- 받다 (bat-da) – to receive
시간 표현 (Time Expressions)
- 한 달 (han dal) – one month
- 정도 (jeong-do) – about/approximately
- 요즘 (yo-jeum) – these days/lately
- 하루 (ha-ru) – one day
- 두 번 (du beon) – twice
- 2주 (i-ju) – two weeks
기타 표현 (Other Expressions)
- 특별히 (teuk-byeol-hi) – particularly/especially
- 스트레스 (seu-teu-re-seu) – stress
- 아침 (a-chim) – morning
- 저녁 (jeo-nyeok) – evening
- 약국 (yak-guk) – pharmacy
- 1층 (il-cheung) – first floor
문법 정리 (Grammar Points) for Korean Dermatology Clinic Basic Conversation
1. -고 싶다
Usage: Expresses desire or wish to do something Structure: Verb stem + 고 싶다 Examples:
- 진료 받고 싶어요 – I want to receive treatment
- 예약하고 싶어요 – I want to make an appointment
2. -(으)로
Usage: Indicates reason, purpose, or means Structure: Noun + (으)로 (use 으로 after consonants, 로 after vowels) Examples:
- 어떤 문제로 오셨나요? – What problem brought you here?
- 여드름 때문에 왔어요 – I came because of acne
3. -게 있다
Usage: Asks about changes or experiences; “Is there anything that…” Structure: Verb stem + (으)ㄴ/는 게 있다 Examples:
- 바꾸신 게 있나요? – Have you changed anything?
- 특별한 게 없어요 – There’s nothing special
4. -아/어야 하다
Usage: Expresses obligation, necessity, or “should/must do” Structure: Verb stem + 아/어야 하다 Examples:
- 얼마나 발라야 해요? – How much should I apply?
- 언제 와야 해요? – When should I come?
5. -(으)면 되다
Usage: Indicates sufficient condition; “it’s enough if…” or “you just need to…” Structure: Verb stem + (으)면 되다 Examples:
- 약국에서 받으시면 돼요 – You can get it at the pharmacy
- 하루에 두 번 발라주면 돼요 – It’s fine to apply twice a day
6. -아/어 주다
Usage: Indicates doing something for someone else; makes requests more polite Structure: Verb stem + 아/어 주다 Examples:
- 작성해 주세요 – Please fill out
- 발라주세요 – Please apply
- 예약해드릴게요 – I’ll make an appointment for you
7. 정도
Usage: Indicates approximate degree, extent, or “about/around” Structure: Number/Amount + 정도 Examples:
- 한 달 정도 됐어요 – It’s been about a month
- 조금 정도 아파요 – It hurts just a little
8. -고 있다
Usage: Expresses ongoing action or continuous state Structure: Verb stem + 고 있다 Examples:
- 스트레스 받고 있어요 – I’m under stress
- 치료받고있어요 – I’m receiving treatment
Additional Useful Expressions for Korean Dermatology Clinic Basic Conversation
피부 증상 관련 (Skin Condition Related)
- 트러블이 났어요 (teu-reo-beul-i na-sseo-yo) – I have skin trouble
- 뾰루지가 났어요 (ppyo-ru-ji-ga na-sseo-yo) – I have pimples
- 알레르기가 있어요 (al-le-reu-gi-ga i-sseo-yo) – I have allergies
- 건조해요 (geon-jo-hae-yo) – It’s dry
- 기름져요 (gi-reum-jyeo-yo) – It’s oily
- 민감해요 (min-gam-hae-yo) – It’s sensitive
치료 관련 (Treatment Related)
- 얼마나 오래 발라야 해요? (eol-ma-na o-rae bal-la-ya hae-yo?) – How long should I apply it?
- 부작용이 있나요? (bu-jak-yong-i it-na-yo?) – Are there any side effects?
- 언제 좋아져요? (eon-je jo-a-jyeo-yo?) – When will it get better?
- 주의할 게 있나요? (ju-ui-hal ge it-na-yo?) – Is there anything to be careful about?
일상 관리 (Daily Care)
- 세안은 어떻게 해요? (se-an-eun eo-tteo-ke hae-yo?) – How should I wash my face?
- 화장해도 돼요? (hwa-jang-hae-do dwae-yo?) – Is it okay to wear makeup?
- 선크림 발라야 해요? (seon-keu-rim bal-la-ya hae-yo?) – Should I apply sunscreen?
피부과 방문 팁 (Dermatology Visit Tips)
준비사항
- 보험증 지참
- 현재 사용 중인 화장품/약품 목록
- 증상 시작 시기 파악
- 알레르기 유무 확인
진료 시 유의사항
- 화장 지우고 방문 (가능하면)
- 솔직하게 증상 설명
- 궁금한 점은 꼭 질문하기
- 처방받은 약/연고 사용법 확인
Preparation for Consultation
- Bring your insurance card.
- List of currently used cosmetics/medications.
- Identify when symptoms began (onset time).
- Check for any allergies.
Important Notes During Consultation
- Visit without makeup (if possible).
- Explain your symptoms honestly.
- Be sure to ask any questions you have.
- Confirm how to use prescribed medications/ointments.

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