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LASIK near Apgujeong

Where to get LASIK around Apgujeong (압구정), with 4 nearby eye clinic clinics, typical prices and what to plan for.

Quick facts
  • Treatment: LASIK(라식)
  • Area: Apgujeong(압구정)
  • Stations: Apgujeong (Line 3), Apgujeongrodeo (Suin-Bundang Line)
  • Downtime: 1 to 2 days; most return to screen work the day after
  • Typical price: ₩1,300,000–₩2,500,000
  • Clinics listed: 4

Apgujeong is served by Apgujeong (Line 3), Apgujeongrodeo (Suin-Bundang Line). Plastic surgery and dermatology make up most clinics along Apgujeong-ro, especially toward Sinsa. Dental, ophthalmology and hair loss clinics also have branches here, and there are neighborhood internal medicine, ENT and pharmacy clusters near the apartment complexes.

A thin corneal flap is lifted and an excimer laser reshapes the cornea underneath. Most people see clearly the next day; needs enough corneal thickness. Sessions: Pre-op exam, surgery, check-ups at day 1, about 1 week and 1 month. Downtime: 1 to 2 days; most return to screen work the day after.

Planning LASIK around Apgujeong

  • Procedure time: About 10 to 15 minutes for both eyes; plan 2 to 3 hours on surgery day, plus consultation (often 20–40 min at a first visit).
  • Pre-op exams in Korea usually take about 1.5 to 3 hours and include pupil dilation, so you cannot drive afterwards. Flying is usually fine after the day-1 check, but plan to stay about 5 to 7 days for the 1-week review.
  • From Myeongdong: Line 4 to Chungmuro, then Line 3 toward Ogeum to Apgujeong. About 20 to 25 minutes.
  • From Incheon Airport by limousine bus: route 6006 stops at Apgujeong Station. Roughly 70 to 90 minutes depending on traffic.

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Last reviewed October 2026. General information only, not medical advice. A doctor confirms what suits you at consultation.

Eye Clinic clinics near Apgujeong

Typical price

₩1,300,000–₩2,500,000 (both eyes), checked 2026-10. Price breakdown →

LASIK near Apgujeong: questions

How far is a LASIK clinic from Apgujeong Station?

The closest clinic in our list, Apgujeong St. Mary's Eye Clinic, is about 7 minutes on foot from Apgujeong Station.

How much does LASIK cost near Apgujeong?

Clinics in this part of Gangnam usually quote ₩1,300,000–₩2,500,000 (both eyes). Prices around Apgujeong sit in the same band as the rest of Apgujeong and Sinsa.

Can I combine LASIK with shopping or sightseeing in Apgujeong?

Downtime for LASIK is 1 to 2 days; most return to screen work the day after. Plan errands for before the appointment if the area will be red or swollen afterwards.

How long must I stop wearing contact lenses before the exam?

Korean clinics commonly ask for about 1 week off soft lenses, 2 weeks off toric lenses and 3 to 4 weeks off hard (RGP) lenses, because lenses temporarily change corneal shape. Confirm the exact rule with your clinic.