Doctor on the Edge is a medical romance that showcases the story of a talented plastic surgeon completing his public health doctor service in an isolated location and a warm-hearted, secretive nurse who left a mainland university hospital to work on the island. If you just started watching the series and have been wondering if the gorgeous island is real, even before the first episode was over, you are not alone. After all, the remote, mist-covered Pyeondong Island is one of the K-drama’s most compelling elements, and unfortunately, it is completely fictional. But we scoured everywhere to find out more about the shooting locations of Doctor on the Edge, and while nothing is officially confirmed, here’s what we know!
Cast, crew, trailer, and episodes
The cast of Doctor on the Edge includes Lee Jae-wook as Do Ji-eui, Shin Ye-eun as Yook Ha-ri, Hong Min-gi as Hyun Chi-yeon, Lee Soo-kyung as Uhm Jeong-seon, and Gil Hae-yeon as Oh Mi-ja, among others. Written by Kim Ji-soo and directed by Lee Myoungwoo, the series premiered on ENA on June 1, 2026, and airs every Monday and Tuesday at 10 pm in Korea. For those looking to watch online, it is available for streaming on Disney+ internationally. There are 12 episodes in total, with 4 episodes out and the final episode expected to air on July 7, 2026.
Where was Doctor on the Edge actually filmed?
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Doctor on the Edge has kept its actual shooting locations under wraps, but Korea’s coastal regions, such as Tongyeong and Gajo Island, resemble the landscapes we are captivated by. The indoor and urban scenes were largely filmed around the Seoul metropolitan area.
Gajo Island
Famed for its peaceful character, Gajo Island is a scenic spot located off the southern coast of Geoje in South Korea. The coastal roads and villages shown in the show are from Gajo Island, as well as the fishing docks and piers. The Pyeondong Health Centre is also on Gajo Island.
- Places to visit: Suhyup Hyoshi Park, Windy Hill, and Maemiseong Fortress
- How to reach: It is accessible by car via the Gajo Bridge from Geoje
Tongyeong
The narrow harbour streets, deserted beaches, and walking trails are all said to have been filmed in Tongyeong. Viewpoints and secluded paths, such as the Jangsado Sea Park, are also among Doctor on the Edge’s shooting locations.
- Places to visit: Skyline Luge, Dpirang Nammangsan Sculpture Park, and Tongyeong Jungang Market.
- How to reach: Intercity and express buses connect it to major hubs like Seoul, Busan, and Daegu.
(Feature image credit: IMDb)
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Note : The information in this article is accurate as of the date of publication.
