International Clinic for Expats
Clinic Services · VEI Clinic, Gangnam, Seoul
Quick Intro
New to Seoul—or just need a clinic that speaks your language? VEI Clinic Apgujeong is an English-friendly internal-medicine clinic serving expats, travelers, and international students. We offer same-day visits, targeted labs, vaccinations, and clear English documentation. We primarily see adults and older teens; for younger children, we coordinate with nearby pediatric partners.
What We Do for Expats (Tailored—No One-Size-Fits-All)
- Same-day primary & urgent care for colds/flu, fever, stomach issues, UTIs, rashes, minor injuries
- Chronic care: hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes/prediabetes, thyroid disorders, anemia, asthma/allergies, GERD/IBS
- Vaccinations & travel medicine: flu, Tdap, MMR/varicella, hepatitis A/B, shingles, pneumococcal; Japanese encephalitis, typhoid (availability varies)
- Lab testing: CBC, CMP, lipids, HbA1c, thyroid, iron/ferritin, vitamin D/B12, STI & travel panels, TB blood test (IGRA), immunity titers
- Women’s & men’s health: contraception counseling, STI testing, perimenopause guidance, erectile concerns (Pap/gynecologic exams via partner clinics)
- Documentation: sick notes, fit-to-fly letters, school/work forms, English visit summaries
- Medication continuity: convert home-country prescriptions to equivalents available in Korea when clinically appropriate
Expat-Friendly Extras
- English-first consults and plain-English result reports
- Care coordination with your home-country doctor (with your consent)
- Medication navigation: brand/generic differences in Korea, pharmacy guidance
- Corporate & university support: documentation, letters, and timelines
Visit Flow (Typical)
- Check-in (5–10 min) — goals, symptoms, forms
- Doctor consult & focused exam (15–30 min)
- Plan & prescriptions — clear steps, safe over-the-counter options in Korea
- Results — secure PDF + telemedicine or in-clinic review; itemized receipt provided
Preparation
- Bring: passport/ARC, medication & supplement list (exact doses), prior labs/imaging, and any forms (work/school)
- 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 tests safely
- Don’t stop prescription meds unless your doctor advises you to
Insurance & Payments (Simple & Transparent)
- Pay at the clinic; receive an itemized English receipt for your insurer
- We’ll include the ICD codes and clinical details most plans request (when appropriate)
- Pricing is quoted before testing or procedures
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.
Questions
Do you accept foreign insurance directly?
We take payment at the clinic and provide an itemized English receipt you can submit to your insurer.
Can you refill my home-country prescription?
Often yes—if it’s clinically appropriate and available in Korea. Bring the original prescription or medication box showing the exact strength. Controlled substances and certain meds may require a specialist referral.
Do you see children?
We see adults and older teens; we coordinate with nearby pediatric clinics for younger children.
Can you provide official forms (work/school/fit-to-fly)?
Yes—within primary-care scope. Some immigration/aviation exams require designated centers; we’ll guide you if a referral is needed.
How fast are lab results?
Most routine labs return in 1–2 business days; some titers/special tests take longer—we’ll set expectations up front.
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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.