English & Chinese Language Support
Yaan Clinic · Gangnam, Seoul
Yaan Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul has dedicated English and Chinese interpreters and multilingual coordinators who support international patients from the first message to recovery. They help you complete your medical history, understand the doctor's recommendations and price, give informed consent and follow aftercare instructions, so nothing important is lost in translation.
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Which languages does Yaan Clinic support?
Yaan Clinic has dedicated interpreters in English and Chinese, along with multilingual coordinators. They support international patients through booking, consultation, treatment and recovery, so you can understand your options, consent and aftercare clearly.
Yaan Clinic is an aesthetic clinic in Samseong-dong, Gangnam, Seoul. Clear communication matters in medicine: you need to describe your goals and medical history accurately, and understand risks and aftercare. That is why language support is built into the international patient experience rather than added as an afterthought.
At a glance
| Interpreters | English and Chinese |
|---|---|
| Coordinators | Multilingual, from consultation to recovery |
| English-language contact | WhatsApp / phone +82 10 5308 0499; yaan09@naver.com |
| Korean-only line | +82 2 501 1323 |
| English content | Instagram, TikTok and YouTube (yaanclinic_eng) |
How do interpreters help during my visit?
Your interpreter joins you at key moments: check-in, the medical questionnaire, your consultation with the doctor, treatment and aftercare instructions. They translate both ways, so the doctor understands your concerns and you understand the doctor's recommendations.
| Stage | How language support helps |
|---|---|
| Booking | English- or Chinese-speaking coordinators answer messages and schedule your visit |
| Check-in & questionnaire | Help completing medical history, medications and allergies accurately |
| Consultation | Interpretation between you and the doctor, including risks, options and price |
| Treatment | Explaining what you will feel and how to communicate discomfort |
| Aftercare | Clear instructions on activities, skincare, signs to watch for and flying |
| After you leave | Follow-up questions by WhatsApp or email |
Is there a dedicated English consultation?
Yes. Yaan Clinic offers English consultations for international patients, and its HydraFacial page specifically mentions dedicated English consultations for foreigners. Mention your preferred language when you book so an interpreter can be arranged.
Many treatment pages, including HydraFacial and the clinic's eye lifting procedures such as the eye thread lift, are promoted with English consultation in mind.
Is Chinese-language support available?
Yes. Yaan Clinic has a dedicated Chinese interpreter as well as an English interpreter. The clinic also solely authored the petit aesthetics section of the specialist book "Masters of Korean Aesthetic Medicine", written for readers in Korea and China.
When booking in Chinese, mention whether you prefer Mandarin, and the team will advise on the best arrangement.
What if I speak another language?
Yaan Clinic publicly states interpreter support in English and Chinese only. If you speak another language, contact the team before you travel to discuss options, such as communicating in English or bringing a trusted companion who can help.
For international patients: Write down your main concerns, medications and allergies in English before your visit. A short written summary helps your interpreter and doctor, and reduces the chance of misunderstandings.
How can I get the most from interpreter support?
Prepare in advance, speak in short sentences and confirm key points back to your interpreter. Simple habits like these make consultations faster and clearer, especially when discussing medical history or risks.
- Bring photos of past results you liked or disliked, which communicate goals without long explanations.
- Name products you have had before, such as a filler brand or toxin, if you know them.
- Repeat back the plan, price and aftercare in your own words, so the interpreter can confirm you understood.
- Ask for numbers, such as how many days of swelling or how long results usually last, rather than general terms.
- Keep messages on WhatsApp in one thread, so your coordinator has the full history if questions come up later.
Treatments with several steps, such as the lifting packages or a Rejuran Healer series, are easier to plan when everyone agrees on the schedule in writing.
Why does clear communication matter for consent?
Informed consent means understanding what a treatment involves, its expected results, its risks and alternatives before you agree. Having a professional interpreter helps make sure you understand all of this in your own language.
Do not hesitate to ask your interpreter to repeat or rephrase anything. Good questions to ask include: what results are realistic for me, what side effects are common, how long recovery takes and when I can safely fly. See choosing a safe clinic in Korea for more questions to ask.
Good to know: If anything about your treatment plan, price or aftercare is unclear, ask before you agree. You can also contact the team by email at yaan09@naver.com for written answers.
How can I communicate before I arrive?
Use WhatsApp at +82 10 5308 0499, KakaoTalk or email (yaan09@naver.com) to ask questions in English or Chinese before your trip. You can also watch Yaan Clinic's English-language videos on YouTube and follow yaanclinic_eng on Instagram and TikTok.
Next steps: how to book, your first visit, our doctors and the Foreigners Guide home page.
Frequently asked questions
Does Yaan Clinic have English-speaking staff?
Yes. Yaan Clinic has a dedicated English interpreter and multilingual coordinators. You can message the international line on WhatsApp at +82 10 5308 0499 or email yaan09@naver.com in English, before and after your visit.
Is Chinese interpretation available?
Yes. Yaan Clinic has a dedicated Chinese interpreter in addition to English support. Mention your preferred language when you book so the team can arrange interpretation for your consultation, treatment and aftercare instructions.
Is there an extra charge for an interpreter?
Yaan Clinic does not list an interpreter fee, and it states that international patients receive the same pricing as local patients, with no hidden fees. Confirm with your coordinator when you book if you would like this in writing.
Can I bring my own interpreter or companion?
Many patients bring a companion for support and reassurance. Yaan Clinic does not publish a specific policy on companions or private interpreters, so tell the team when you book if someone will join you in the consultation room.
Will my aftercare instructions be in English?
Your interpreter or coordinator explains aftercare in English or Chinese before you leave the clinic. Ask for any key points in writing, and contact the team on WhatsApp at +82 10 5308 0499 if questions come up later in your trip or at home.
Related pages
Book a consultation at Yaan Clinic
WhatsApp / international line: +82 10 5308 0499 · KakaoTalk · Email: yaan09@naver.com
English & Chinese interpreters · Same prices as local patients · How to book
About this information: Prepared from Yaan Clinic's published treatment information. Treatments at Yaan Clinic are performed by licensed physicians — meet our doctors. Last updated: October 2026. This page is general information, not a substitute for an in-person medical consultation; suitability, dosage and results are confirmed by your doctor.
