Dong-An Joongsim Clinic is home to Korea's first ONDA LIFTING EXPERT MEMBER. We were the first in Korea to introduce EMFACE and EXION, and our experience with EMFACE led to the world's first Eve Titan installation. An authorized Ultherapy clinic, we have worked with Thermage and Ultherapy for over a decade.
Nonsurgical treatments that firm sagging skin, smooth wrinkles, restore volume, fade pigmentation, soften scars and contour the body.
Lift sagging skin and firm the jawline with ultrasound, radiofrequency, microwave, muscle stimulation and laser treatments, selected for the layers that need support.
Restore volume, hydration and support with collagen stimulators, Re2O skin boosters, HILO WAVE biostimulation and thread lifts.
For dark spots, uneven texture and scars: skin renewal with Opus, HALO and BBL; pigmentation care with Reepot, Discovery PICO and M22.
Reduce stubborn fat, tone muscle and contour your body with CoolSculpting, ONDA Body, Hip-Up Sculpt and EMSCULPT.
Choose what matters to you to see matching treatments first.
Lifts sagging skin: real-time imaging guides ultrasound energy down to the SMAS layer.
Reduces localized fat, cellulite and loose skin together with microwave energy.
Firms and supports the face without anesthesia, using muscle stimulation and radiofrequency.
Restores firmness and volume as PLLA gradually breaks down and stimulates your own collagen.
Reduces stubborn fat: controlled cooling targets fat cells for permanent reduction.
Lifts sagging cheeks and jowls: 2.45 GHz microwave energy delivers heat from the dermis into the fat layer.
Firms loose skin: ultrasound targets the mid-dermis to encourage the skin's own firming response.
Five treatment depths address facial firmness and abdominal fat with one system.
Tightens sagging skin: dual-frequency RF delivers heat at multiple depths, from the skin toward the SMAS layer.
Firms loose skin and softens wrinkles, adjusting its energy automatically with every pulse.
Improves firmness, texture and pores: AI measures tissue resistance to deliver even heat deep into the dermis.
Tightens pores and smooths acne scars and texture: fine needles release RF heat directly inside the skin.
Firms sagging cheeks and the jawline without pain, using direct facial muscle stimulation and RF.
Three wavelengths work together to lift, tighten and brighten the skin.
Targeted support at the retaining ligaments lifts and supports the wider facial contour.
Focuses on sagging along the edges of the face, including the jowls, jawline and outer cheeks.
Restores lost volume and stimulates collagen with calcium-based microspheres.
Fully liquid PCL forms a network within the skin that encourages collagen production.
Replenishes the skin's depleted extracellular matrix to restore firmness.
T-shaped barbs lift sagging tissue and provide lasting support.
A calcium hydroxylapatite filler restores hollow cheeks, softens wrinkles and stimulates collagen.
Relieves dryness and supports collagen production with high- and low-molecular-weight hyaluronic acid.
PDLLA particles and hyaluronic acid improve skin texture and stimulate your own collagen.
Light-based treatment addresses dark spots, redness and post-acne marks while slowing visible skin aging.
Plasma and radiofrequency address scars, pores and skin firmness together.
Two simultaneous wavelengths refine skin texture, pores and pigmentation.
Precisely targets lentigines and age spots in fewer sessions.
Dual-wavelength picosecond pulses break pigment into smaller particles to fade melasma, freckles and dark spots.
Interchangeable filters treat pigmentation, redness and post-acne marks.
Rebuilds depressed scars with fine, deep columns of CO2 laser energy.
Adjustable laser depth improves depressed scars and pores according to the depth of the scarring.
A combined approach to stretch marks, addressing scarring, firmness, pigmentation and skin renewal.
Nonsurgical RF treatment reduces fat around the hips and lifts sagging buttocks.
Intensive muscle contractions work your abs or glutes while you lie back.
Radiofrequency reduces fat while electromagnetic stimulation builds muscle.
Adds volume where needed and lifts the lower buttocks.
Results and recovery vary with your skin and treatment intensity.
They made the treatment easy to understand
There are treatments for obesity, too. I was looking into weight-management treatment and kept seeing Dong-An Joongsim Clinic recommended, so I went. The staff were so welcoming and the consultation was really thorough. Some clinics leave you unsure what they're talking about, but here they explained everything in a way I could understand. The male doctor was really kind.
My jawline looked lifted after one session!
I saw on Instagram that they do a lot of EMFACE treatments, so I gave it a try and I'm really happy. The doctor recommended three or four sessions. But when we compared the photos after just one treatment, my jawline already looked noticeably smoother and more lifted.~ I could definitely see a difference, so I'm planning to have a few more sessions.
I understood the benefits and aftercare before deciding
Dr. Cho and the clinic coordinator explained everything in detail, which really helped me trust them. They talked me through the procedure, the expected results and the precautions. That careful explanation put me at ease. After the consultation I felt ready to go ahead, and the doctor was so attentive during treatment that I didn't feel uncomfortable at all..
Easy parking and a lovely little garden
The valet parking was well organized, so I didn't have to worry about parking. While I was in the waiting area, I noticed a little garden outside. It was a nice place to have a coffee while I waited. Everyone was kind, and I especially appreciated how carefully the female doctor explained things.
They noticed I wasn't feeling well
I nearly changed my appointment because I had gastroenteritis, but I went anyway. I must have looked unwell because the doctor noticed right away and was concerned. They gave me an IV during treatment, which I really appreciated. After the treatment, the IV and a few hours of rest at the clinic, I felt so much better. Thank you for taking such good care of me. I had EMFACE.
My skin feels firmer after each visit
They explain the treatment and aftercare so carefully that I feel I can trust them. I've kept coming back since my first visit, and I've been happy with the results every time. Whenever I have Ultherapy, my skin feels firmer and healthier. It's such a nice feeling.
My skin has really changed!
Since I started coming to Dong-An Joongsim Clinic, my skin has changed so much! The doctor is thorough and they have so much modern equipment, which gives me confidence. The staff are lovely, so I always feel comfortable here. I'm really happy with the lifting effect of Ultherapy and Thermage, which is why I keep coming back!
They focused on exactly what I needed
It was my first time having this treatment, so I was nervous. The doctor was kind and explained exactly which areas needed attention, then treated them. I'm so happy with it. 😊 My skin is very sensitive, so I expected some downtime, but it's been amazing.!!
Many actors, entertainers and broadcasters visit our clinic. We keep their identities private. Three things have helped patients find us through word of mouth, without advertising.
We take a personal approach to care. You consult with a doctor, not a sales consultant. The doctor assesses your skin and facial structure, plans where and at what depth to deliver energy, and performs the treatment personally.
If filming is tomorrow, we choose treatments that make a visible difference without swelling or redness. If you have a month, we work back from your filming date to plan treatments in stages.
With a wide choice of tightening systems, skin boosters, lasers and body treatments, we can select a combination that suits your face, all in one place.
An established nonsurgical rejuvenation clinic in Apgujeong Rodeo, grown through word of mouth since opening.
Your doctor looks after you from consultation to treatment.
Results depend on the knowledge and hands-on experience of the person treating you.
Our ONDA treatments are performed by a doctor recognized by the manufacturer as Korea's first ONDA LIFTING EXPERT MEMBER. We were the first in Korea to introduce EMFACE and EXION, and our EMFACE experience led to the world's first Eve Titan installation. We were also the first in Korea to introduce CoolSculpting CoolAdvantage and Discovery PICO.
BTL recognized our clinic for reaching 1,000 EMFACE treatments. We have performed over 7,000 CoolSculpting procedures, and ZELTIQ named us Korea's highest-volume clinic in 2019. We have also been recognized for our HILO WAVE treatment volume and as a high-volume XERF clinic. We have used Thermage and Ultherapy for over a decade, going back to the CPT era, and are an authorized Ultherapy clinic.
We share our experience through lectures and live demonstrations for doctors from Japan, Indonesia, Thailand and elsewhere. We have also been invited by the manufacturer of Thermage to lecture on treatment around the eyes.
We introduce new technology early, build extensive hands-on experience and share what we learn with other doctors.
Lectures, international conferences and seminars for visiting doctors.
Conferences, Talks & Academic Exchanges
Conference and lecture activity from February 2023 to September 2026
Invited Lectures Abroad
Dr. Chang-Hwan Cho: China, Japan, Italy, Russia, Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand and Vietnam
Countries Represented in Clinical Exchanges
Japan, Indonesia, Thailand, Taiwan, Russia, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Germany and Bulgaria
Paper in an SCIE-Indexed Journal
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2026 · Chang-Hwan Cho, first and corresponding author
Clear answers to the questions we hear in the consultation room.
Focused ultrasound creates small thermal coagulation points down to the SMAS layer, contracting tissue and encouraging new collagen.
The Doctors at Dong-An Joongsim Clinic
Depressed acne scars fall into three main types: ice pick, rolling and boxcar. Each responds to a different combination of lasers and other treatments.
The Doctors at Dong-An Joongsim Clinic
Melasma involves overactive pigment cells, UV exposure, hormones and changes in blood vessels and the dermis. It rarely responds to a single treatment approach.
The Doctors at Dong-An Joongsim ClinicDong-An Joongsim Clinic specializes in nonsurgical rejuvenation near Apgujeong Rodeo Station. Our team includes Korea's first ONDA LIFTING EXPERT MEMBER. We were the first in Korea to introduce EMFACE and EXION and have performed more than 1,000 EMFACE treatments. We are an authorized Ultherapy clinic with over a decade of Thermage and Ultherapy experience, dating back to the CPT era. Our practice has grown through word of mouth, without advertising.
Yes. Treatments with no downtime, such as ONDA, EMFACE, Titanium Lift and Eve Titan, can be performed shortly before filming. If you have a month or more, we recommend a staged plan with Thermage or Ultherapy and skin boosters on separate dates. Your doctor will help you work out the timing.
Yes, many entertainers and broadcasters visit us. Word has spread about our approach to planning treatments around facial features and filming schedules. We never disclose patients' names or photographs.
Our ultrasound systems include Ultherapy PRIME, Sofwave and ULTLINE. We also offer Thermage FLX, XERF and EXION for radiofrequency treatment; ONDA for microwave treatment; EMFACE and Eve Titan for muscle stimulation; and Titanium Lift for laser treatment. Skin boosters, scar lasers and body treatments are also available.
Yes. You consult with a doctor, and our coordinator explains the fees. The doctor also performs your treatment, choosing the device and energy settings for your skin and facial structure. When choosing a clinic, ask who will consult and treat you, whether they use genuine equipment and tips, and whether they can choose from a range of treatments to suit you.
We are close to Exit 5 of Apgujeong Rodeo Station, near Cheongdam and Sinsa, and not far from Apgujeong Station. Many people looking for skin care in Gangnam, Seoul, Korea come to us for tightening and skin booster consultations. We can discuss facial treatments, scar care and body treatments in one visit.
We are at 26 Apgujeong-ro 48-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, a five-minute walk from Exit 5 of Apgujeong Rodeo Station. We are open Monday to Thursday, 10 am–7 pm; Friday, noon–9 pm; and Saturday, 10 am–4 pm.
Our clinic occupies the whole building. Valet parking is available, and you can relax in the lounge overlooking the bamboo garden.
We are open until 9 p.m. on Fridays and also see patients on Saturdays.
