Gastrointestinal Clinic

Quick Intro

VEI Clinic Apgujeong provides English-friendly gastrointestinal (GI) care for residents, expats, and travelers—fast evaluation of stomach pain, reflux, gastritis, food poisoning, IBS, and related concerns.

What We Treat

• Acute: gastritis, GERD/reflux, indigestion, food poisoning, traveler’s diarrhea, viral/bacterial gastroenteritis, constipation, diarrhea
• Chronic/functional: IBS, bloating, gas, abdominal cramps, suspected lactose/food intolerance (screening & counseling)
• Liver & biliary (primary care scope): abnormal LFTs, fatty-liver counseling, suspected gallbladder issues → ultrasound referral
• H. pylori evaluation and treatment
• Hemorrhoids/rectal symptoms (initial assessment; surgical referral if needed)

On-Site Services

• Internal-medicine consult (English) and focused abdominal exam
• Point-of-care tests: urinalysis, fecal immunochemical/occult blood testing (as available)
• Lab panels: CBC, CMP/LFTs, amylase/lipase (if indicated), CRP, H. pylori
• Referrals: abdominal ultrasound, endoscopy/colonoscopy, GI surgery as appropriate
• Treatment: anti-nausea/antispasmodic meds, acid suppression (PPI/H2), oral antibiotics when indicated, IV hydration for moderate dehydration

Visit Flow

• Check-in & history → symptom timeline, diet/travel, medications
• Exam & testing → targeted labs
• Plan → meds, diet guidance (GERD/IBS handouts), when to scope or image
• Follow-up → results review in English, escalation plan if not improving

How to Prepare

• Bring a medication/supplement list (include acid reducers, NSAIDs).
• For stool testing: we’ll provide a kit and instructions.
• Arrive hydrated; light fasting may be requested for certain labs (we’ll advise case-by-case).

Red Flags

• Severe, crushing, or spreading abdominal pain, rigid abdomen
• Persistent vomiting, inability to keep fluids down, signs of severe dehydration
• Black/tarry stools, bright red blood, or vomiting blood
• High fever with confusion, yellowing of skin/eyes, or sudden severe back pain
• Chest pain or shortness of breath with GI symptoms

Pricing & Insurance Notes

• Fees vary by consult length, tests, and IV type.
• Most visitors pay upfront and use itemized English receipts for insurance claims.
• Ask for a written quote before testing or referrals.

What to Bring

• Passport/ID and a Korean phone number (if any)
• Medication & allergy list, prior test results (if available)
• Payment method (card/cash); insurer details if you’ll file a claim