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Hey everyone! So I'm seriously considering getting some work done while I'm in Korea next month, and I'm trying to do my homework on clinics. The thing is, my Korean is pretty basic and I'm finding it hard to actually read through reviews on local sites. I can use Google Translate, but honestly it's not always reliable and I feel like I'm missing nuance.
I'm wondering — how do you all vet places when you're not fluent in the language? Are there certain red flags I should watch out for, even if I can't read everything perfectly? Like, what makes you trust a clinic or get skeptical about it? I'm also curious if there are English-speaking communities or resources that help break down how to spot sketchy reviews vs. genuine ones.
I know I should probably get recommendations from people I trust and maybe do consultations in person before deciding anything, but I'd love to hear how you navigate this situation. Any tips would be really helpful!
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I'm also considering doing it in Korea, but the language barrier is really bothering me! My approach is to first look for posts with English comments in international online communities, then use Google Translate on Korean websites. While not perfect, it gets the gist. I also check if any Chinese users have shared their experiences. I feel that looking at multiple sources and making a comprehensive judgment is more reliable; don't rely too much on a single source of information. 😅
This is such a relatable struggle! Have you considered reaching out to places directly and asking if they have English-speaking staff for consultations? I've heard some places are pretty responsive to international inquiries through email or messaging apps, which might save you from having to parse reviews in Korean at all.