Fracture, deep cut, crush injury or finger amputation?
Call before or while traveling to describe the injury and check current patient acceptance.
Where Can I Get 24/7 Care for a Fracture or Hand Injury in Seoul?
Seoul Prime Hospital provides a 24-hour trauma care pathway for fractures, deep lacerations, hand injuries, crush injuries and complete or partial finger amputations. Orthopedic evaluation, diagnostic imaging and surgical review are coordinated according to the injury and the patient’s overall condition.
If the patient is stable and the injury is limited to an arm, leg, hand or finger, call while preparing to travel. For loss of consciousness, breathing difficulty, uncontrolled major bleeding, head or torso injury, or multiple severe injuries, call 119 first.
When Should You Seek Emergency Assessment?
Call 119 first
- Unconsciousness or breathing difficulty
- Heavy bleeding that cannot be controlled
- Head, neck, chest or abdominal injury
- Multiple severe injuries or an unstable patient
Do not wait until morning
- Exposed bone or obvious limb deformity
- A finger is completely or partially amputated
- The injured part is pale, blue, cold or numb
- Deep wound with loss of movement or sensation
A small wound or reduced bleeding does not rule out damage to bone, tendons, nerves or blood vessels. Avoid repeatedly moving the injured part to test it.
Trauma Care by Injury Type
Fractures and Dislocations
Examination and imaging help identify alignment, joint involvement and whether splinting, reduction or surgery should be considered.
Deep Cuts and Crush Injuries
The wound is assessed together with circulation, sensation, movement, tendon function and possible bone or joint injury.
Finger Amputation
A completely detached part may require replantation assessment. A partly attached but bloodless finger may require revascularization assessment.
First Aid Before You Travel
Control bleeding
Apply steady direct pressure with clean gauze or cloth. If it soaks through, add more material without removing the first layer.
Protect the injury
Keep the injured part still in a comfortable position. Do not push exposed bone back in or remove tissue that remains attached.
Preserve an amputated part
Wrap it lightly in moist clean gauze, seal it in a waterproof bag, then place the bag in ice water for indirect cooling.
- Do not freeze it or soak it in antiseptic.
- Do not tie a rubber band, wire or cord tightly around the injury.
- Bring every recovered tissue fragment, even if it appears small.
What Happens After You Arrive?
Arrival does not guarantee immediate surgery. The need and timing of treatment depend on the injury, the patient’s health, anesthesia assessment and the current availability of staff, imaging, operating rooms and beds.
Hospital-Based Evaluation and Surgical Support
Seoul Prime Hospital links orthopedic assessment with on-site imaging and surgical review for acute limb and hand trauma. Depending on medical need, evaluation may include X-ray, CT, MRI or musculoskeletal ultrasound. Operating microscopes and C-arm fluoroscopy support selected hand and fracture procedures.
Combined structural assessment
Bone, joint, skin, tendon, nerve and blood-vessel injuries are considered together rather than treating the visible wound alone.
Coordination for surgical safety
Orthopedics may coordinate with anesthesiology, internal medicine and radiology when the patient’s health or planned treatment requires it.
The availability of diagnostic or surgical equipment does not mean every injury requires surgery. A clinician determines the appropriate treatment after examination.
Information for International Visitors
Bring any available identification and medical information. In a life-threatening emergency, do not delay 119 assistance because a document or language service is unavailable.
Identification and insurance
Bring a passport, Residence Card or other photo ID, plus travel or private insurance information if available.
Medical information
Provide medications, allergies, medical conditions, prior surgery or anesthesia history, and the last time you ate or drank.
Language notice: English assistance may vary depending on staff availability. Do not postpone emergency assessment while waiting for language support.
Hours and Contact Information
| Service | Hours | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Weekday outpatient care | 09:00–18:00 | Scheduled orthopedic outpatient care |
| Weekday lunch period | 12:30–13:30 | Department availability may vary |
| Saturday outpatient care | 09:00–13:00 | Call to confirm the relevant physician schedule |
| Emergency trauma inquiry | 24 hours, 365 days | Fractures, lacerations, hand trauma and amputations |
Night, Sunday and holiday acceptance may vary with active emergencies, staffing, imaging, operating-room use and bed availability. Call before or while traveling when possible.
How to Find Seoul Prime Hospital
Address: 92-1, Dongil-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
Use Seoul Subway Line 2 or 7 and exit at Konkuk University Station, Exit 6. The hospital is approximately a five-minute walk from the station.
Show the Korean address above or search for “서울프라임병원” or “서울 광진구 동일로 92-1.” Check live navigation before departure.
| Starting area | General approach | Travel note |
|---|---|---|
| Gwangjin-gu or Seongsu | Dongil-ro or Achasan-ro toward Konkuk University Station | Use live navigation for the current route |
| Gangnam or Songpa | Cross the Han River toward Gwangjin-gu | Bridge and riverside traffic conditions vary |
| Jungnang or Dongdaemun | Approach Gwangjin-gu via Dongil-ro or Cheonho-daero | Confirm congestion before departure |
| Guri, Namyangju or Hanam | Use the appropriate riverside or arterial route toward eastern Seoul | Follow real-time navigation rather than a fixed travel estimate |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I come directly after an accident?
If the patient is stable and the injury is limited to an arm, leg, hand or finger, call to check current acceptance and explain the injury. Call 119 first for an unstable patient, severe bleeding, head or torso injury, or multiple serious injuries.
Does 24-hour trauma care mean surgery will begin immediately?
No. A clinician first examines the patient and determines whether surgery is needed and when it should occur. Timing depends on the injury, overall health, anesthesia review and current hospital operations.
What should I bring as an international visitor?
Bring available photo identification, insurance information, medication and allergy details, and relevant medical records. If surgery may be needed, tell staff when you last ate or drank. Do not delay urgent assessment because you already consumed food or water.
Seoul Prime Hospital Emergency Trauma Information
For fractures, deep lacerations, hand injuries, crush injuries and finger amputations, call to describe the injury and check current examination, imaging and treatment availability.
+82-2-464-2700
92-1, Dongil-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
Trauma Care Information
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Finger Replantation Information
Medical and operational notice: This page provides general information and does not replace emergency services, diagnosis or individual medical advice. Patient acceptance, testing, treatment and surgical timing depend on the patient’s condition and hospital operations at the time of arrival. Call 119 for life-threatening or multiple severe injuries.