Types of Korean Medical Specialties and Subspecialties

Medical Specialties in Korean Medicine

Struggling to find the right doctor, clinic, or hospital for your medical needs? Understanding the role of specialists in Korean health care may help you get closer to your goal. Keep reading to learn what specialties may exist in the Korean medical system. Korean Health Care Founded on Specialists Korea’s healthcare system relies heavily on … Read more

Western Medical Specialties That Don’t Exist in Korean Medicine

Certain medical specialties that exist in Western countries may not have a direct counterpart in Korean medicine. In these cases, patients visit other specialists based on the nature of their condition. International residents must understand how specialties vary so they can quickly find care. We often run into questions in our groups because of the … Read more

Do You Need a Podiatrist in Korea

Have you struggled to find a Podiatrist in Korea? That’s because it’s not a medical specialty in the Korean medical system. Our groups often get requests for a local podiatrist recommendation and it’s hard to explain how to find care when the specialty doesn’t exist. Therefore, we put this somewhat detailed post together so international … Read more

Pyeongtaek Food & Fun September Fab4 Winners

We are happy to announce our Pyeongtaek Food & Fun’s Fab 4 September 2024 winners for their valued participation. Winners for September 2024 can collect their awards during October 2024. About Pyeongtaek Food & Fun South of Seoul volunteers support the Pyeongtaek Food & Fun Facebook community which provides information and support for the international population of … Read more

Filling Epinephrine Auto-Injectors (EpiPens) Prescriptions in Korea

As of 2024, very little information regarding filling Epinephrine Auto-Injectors (EpiPens) prescriptions in Korea exists. We want to talk about the reason behind this information gap and provide more accurate information about how to fill such prescriptions. Please keep in mind, that information on this topic may evolve over time. History of Epinephrine Auto-Injectors (EpiPens) … Read more

Beware of Inaccuracies in English Information about Korean NHIS

Have you struggled with the English information about Korean Health Insurance? This could be because those writing about Korean health insurance in English don’t pay attention to the details due to language ability and lack of knowledge about the Korean healthcare system. In this post, we introduce information to help you manage inaccuracies in English … Read more

Anjung Station in Pyeongtaek: Coming Soon

We have been waiting for this for over a decade, Anjung Station will finally open in October! This means new subway lines and points of access. Keep reading to learn more. Anjung Station (안중역) Anjung Station, located in the western part of Pyeongtaek, is set to open in October 2024 as part of the Seohae … Read more

A Local Guide to Eating Gluten-Free in Korea

Showing gluten-free food in South Korea

Struggling to navigate gluten-free life in South Korea? We’ve put together this Local Gluten-Free Guide for Korea to help you find solutions for eating out and eating at home. This guide will grow and change with time as resources and information become more readily available. Know that navigating a gluten-free life in South Korea will … Read more

Phrases for Gluten-Free Dining in Korea

Eating Gluten-free at restaurants in Korea

People often ask South of Seoul for help regarding gluten-free dining in South Korea. However, it took many interviews and a lot of research before we felt comfortable compiling this article. The following blog post focuses on 1) Social awareness of gluten-free, 2) language for communicating with businesses, and 3) terms needed to source gluten-free … Read more

Gluten-Free Noodles In Korea

Trying to find gluten-free ingredients in South Korea? Noodles are a staple in Korean cuisine, but many traditional varieties are made from wheat containing gluten. Fortunately, several gluten-free noodle alternatives in South Korean grocery stores and specialty shops. Whether you’re craving traditional Korean dishes or looking to explore international flavors, here’s a list of gluten-free … Read more