Internal Medicine
Care for digestive, metabolic, thyroid and cardiovascular concerns, led by an internal medicine specialist and gastroenterologist.
Internal MedicineVEI CLINIC
Digestive care · Blood pressure · Diabetes · Ultrasound
10 topics in Internal Medicine
Choose a topic for the full details: who it is for, how a visit works, safety and preparation.
Abdominal Pain ClinicEnglish-friendly evaluation and treatment for abdominal pain, from sudden stomach aches to ongoing digestive discomfort.
Abdominal UltrasoundEnglish-friendly abdominal evaluations and quickly arranges abdominal ultrasound near Apgujeong Station (Line 3), Exit 5. We perform the clinical exam and labs, arrange a same-day or…
Diabetes CarePractical, evidence-based care for type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, and metabolic risk—with same-day labs and realistic nutrition/activity plans.
Gastrointestinal ClinicEnglish-friendly gastrointestinal (GI) care for residents, expats, and travelers—fast evaluation of stomach pain, reflux, gastritis, food poisoning, IBS, and related concerns.
GERD Reflux ClinicEnglish-friendly evaluation and treatment for GERD (acid reflux)—from burning in the chest to chronic throat irritation and cough.
Headache ClinicEnglish-friendly headache evaluation and treatment—from new, sudden headaches to chronic migraines.
High Blood Pressure CarePractical, evidence-based care for high blood pressure, from home readings and targeted labs to medication review.
High Cholesterol ClinicEnglish-friendly evaluation and treatment for high cholesterol (dyslipidemia) with clear plans you can actually follow.
Metabolic Health ProgramEnglish-friendly Metabolic Health Program focused on practical, measurable improvements in weight, blood sugar, lipids, blood pressure, and liver health.
Thyroid UltrasoundEnglish-friendly thyroid evaluation with fast coordination for thyroid ultrasound near Apgujeong Station (Line 3), Exit 5. We handle the clinical exam and labs, arrange a same-day or…
Quick Intro
VEI Clinic Apgujeong is an English-friendly internal medicine clinic in Gangnam focused on practical, evidence-based care—from same-day sick visits to chronic condition management and preventive screening.
What We Treat (Examples, Not a Full List)
Acute care (same-day when available)
- Colds/flu, sore throat
- Digestive issues: food poisoning, reflux flares, traveler’s diarrhea, constipation
- Urinary symptoms (UTI evaluation), mild dehydration
- Rashes, hives, mild allergic reactions
Chronic conditions (ongoing care)
- Hypertension, high cholesterol (ApoB/Lp[a] as indicated)
- Type 2 diabetes / prediabetes, metabolic risk & fatty-liver evaluation
- Thyroid disorders, anemia/iron issues, vitamin D/B12 deficiency
- Asthma/rhinitis, GERD, IBS-type symptoms
- Sleep and fatigue evaluation (screening for apnea; referrals when needed)
Prevention & checkups
- Annual physicals, executive health checks, vaccine counseling, cancer screening timelines
- Travel medicine: fit-to-fly notes, immunity titers, targeted vaccines (availability varies)
In-Clinic Services
- Labs: CBC, CMP, lipids, HbA1c, thyroid (TSH ± FT4), iron/ferritin, vitamin D/B12, CRP; STI & travel panels; TB (IGRA)
- Point-of-care tests: flu/COVID/strep, urinalysis, glucose/ketones
- Injections & IVs (case-by-case): B12, D3, anti-nausea therapy, hydration, vitamin C/NAD+ where appropriate
- Referrals for imaging (x-ray, ultrasound, DEXA, CAC) and specialty care when needed
- Clear documentation: English summaries, itemized receipts
When to Use the ER (Not an Outpatient Clinic)
Seek emergency care for chest pain, severe shortness of breath, stroke signs, fainting, uncontrolled bleeding, black/bloody stool, severe dehydration with confusion, or rapidly worsening allergic reactions.
What to Bring
- Medication & supplement list (exact doses)
- Prior labs or imaging, vaccine records
- Insurance/receipt needs (we issue itemized English receipts)
Preparation Tips
- Fasting 8–12h if lipids/metabolic labs are planned (water OK)
- Biotin users: high-dose biotin can interfere with some lab assays—tell us so we can time your testing accordingly
- Do not stop prescription meds unless your doctor tells you to
Pricing & Transparency
You’ll receive a clear quote before testing or treatment. Pricing varies by consult length, labs, and any procedures/referrals. Itemized English receipts are provided for insurance claims.
Plan your visit
3F, Beneheim City, 162 Apgujeong-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul. About a one-minute walk from Exit 5 of Apgujeong Station (Line 3).
- Mon · Thu · Fri
- 10:00 – 19:00
- Tuesday
- 10:00 – 20:00
- Saturday
- 10:00 – 16:00
- Lunch break
- 13:00 – 14:00, except Saturday
- Wed · Sun
- Closed
Bring your passport or ID, a list of medicines and allergies, and any recent results. For chest pain, severe breathing difficulty or signs of stroke, call 119 or go to the nearest emergency department.