Family Medicine
Clinic Services · VEI Clinic, Gangnam, Seoul
Quick Intro
VEI Clinic Apgujeong provides family-friendly primary care with internal-medicine oversight—from same-day sick visits to ongoing management and preventive checkups. We primarily see adults and older teens; for younger children, we coordinate seamlessly with nearby pediatric partners when needed.
What We Treat
Acute care (same-day when available)
- Colds/flu, sore throat, sinus problems
- Stomach issues: food poisoning, traveler’s diarrhea, reflux flares, constipation
- Urinary symptoms (UTI evaluation), mild dehydration
- Skin rashes, hives, minor injuries
Chronic & preventive 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/allergic rhinitis, GERD, IBS-type symptoms
- Women’s & men’s health: contraception counseling, STI testing, erectile concerns, menopause/perimenopause guidance (Pap/gynecologic exams via partner clinics)
Life-stage support
- Annual physicals and executive health
- School/work/sports forms and clearance
- Travel medicine: fit-to-fly notes, immunity titers, vaccine planning
In-Clinic Services
- Same-day 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+ when appropriate
- Minor procedures: ear irrigation, simple wound care & dressing changes, suture/staple removal
- Referrals for imaging (X-ray, ultrasound, DEXA, CAC) and specialty care
- Clear documentation: English visit summaries and itemized receipts
Visit Flow
- Check-in (5–10 min) — goals, symptoms, forms
- Doctor consult & focused exam (15–30 min)
- Testing (as needed) — same-day blood/urine/swab; ECG if indicated
- Plan & prescriptions — plain-English steps; follow-up timing
- Results — secure PDF + telemedicine or in-clinic review
Preparation
- Bring: photo ID (passport if visiting), medication & supplement list (exact doses), prior labs/imaging, and vaccination record if available
- Fasting 8–12 hours if lipids/metabolic labs are expected (water OK)
- Biotin note: high-dose biotin can interfere with certain lab assays—tell us so we can time tests safely
- Do not stop prescription meds unless your doctor instructs you to
When to Use the ER (Not an Outpatient Clinic)
Seek emergency care for chest pain, severe shortness of breath, stroke signs, fainting, uncontrolled bleeding, severe dehydration with confusion, or rapidly worsening allergic reactions.
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.
Questions
Do you see children?
We see adults and older teens. For younger children, we coordinate with nearby pediatric partners and can help with records and referrals.
Can you be my primary care clinic while I’m in Seoul?
Yes. We provide continuity of care, prescription management, and preventive planning with English summaries.
Do you prescribe medications?
Yes—when indicated after evaluation. We also deprescribe when safer options exist.
How fast are results?
Most routine labs return in 1–2 business days; some titers/special tests take longer—we’ll tell you upfront.
Can you complete school/work/sports forms?
Yes. Bring the exact form; we’ll check its requirements and arrange any needed tests or referrals.
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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.