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Overcoming Language Barriers in Korean Healthcare: A Practical Guide
Have you ever needed to overcome a language barrier while accessing healthcare in Korea? Many of us have, even those who speak Korean somewhat fluently. Language barriers can be challenging but not impossible to navigate. This blog post offers some tips on how to overcome such language barriers that may help.
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How I Use AI to Navigate Korean Traditional Medicine Teas
Interested in accessing traditional medicine in South Korea? I’ve been visiting such clinics for the last 14 years and recently started using AI to better understand the teas I experience. So here is how I use AI to navigate Korean Traditional Medicine teas. Disclaimers & Foundational Information Nothing in this post exists as medical advice. Neither AI nor myself hold any medical training. You should always consult your physician regarding anything to do with your health. Additionally, AI information often has intense errors. You need to validate any information produced…
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Blood Types That May Face Issues in Finding Donations in Korea
Unfortunately, we learned about blood types that may face difficulties in finding donations in Korea the tragic way. Therefore, researching this information so that international residents interested in moving to Korea understand 1) the potential risks for certain blood types and 2) the importance of donating blood. Let’s talk about this very serious life-and-death issue. Globally, Blood Types Vary The issue of blood type availability is not unique to Korea. Blood type availability in the medical field varies significantly by country due to differences in blood type distribution, donation systems,…
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Types of Korean Medical Specialties and Subspecialties
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. What is a Medical Specialist (의학 전문의, Medical Doctor Specialist)? When navigating healthcare in Korea, it’s important to understand the distinction between medical specialists, allied health professionals, and hospital departments. A medical specialist (전문의) is a fully licensed doctor who has completed medical school, passed national licensing…
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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. The care still exists, but it’s packaged different. Understanding how medical specialties may vary may help International residents better understand and manage their care while living in South Korea. Let’s get into what this means. Please read ALL of the information, and not just the headers. This topic is nuanced as heck, and it may not even make complete…
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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 residents living in South Korea can find the right specialist for their foot issues. About Podiatry Care in South Korea Korea does not have a separate field of podiatry, which is common in countries like…
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Understanding Types of Mental Health Services in Korea
Psychiatry, therapy counseling, and life coaching are distinct yet often confused approaches to personal development and mental well-being. Navigating such distinctions among these terms and services can feel confusing if not frustrating, but you are not alone in that. To better understand these differences, we must grasp the fundamental definitions of each term. This blog post will provide a breakdown of each type of service (psychiatry, therapy, counseling, and life coaching) to enable you to understand and make informed decisions on your mental health options in Korea. Foreign Language Mental…
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Postpartum Care Experiences and Resources in Korea
Are you looking for postpartum care resources in Korea? Our volunteers have put together a list of resources to support English-speaking mothers who have recently given birth in South Korea. Listen to the BlogCast Don’t want to read? Listen to the South of Seoul BlogCast which provides accessible content through the use of AI technology. We don’t have time to read each article but we do our best to make more of our content accessible. If you would like to join our Accessibility Team apply to volunteer with South of Seoul. Please note…
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Childbirth Experiences and Resources in Korea
Are you looking for childbirth resources in Korea? Our volunteers have put together a list of resources to support English-speaking expectant mothers in South Korea. Listen to the BlogCast Don’t want to read? Listen to the South of Seoul BlogCast which provides accessible content through the use of AI technology. We don’t have time to read each article but we do our best to make more of our content accessible. If you would like to join our Accessibility Team apply to volunteer with South of Seoul. Please note that the pronunciation of some…
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Skin Cancer Screening at The Catholic University of Korea St. Vincent Hospital
Going to the doctor is not something many people look forward to. The unease associated with doctors’ visits can increase when you are concerned you may have a potentially serious diagnosis like skin cancer. Add in the uncomfortableness that comes with living in a new country where you may not know the language, customs, and culture, and you may find your anxiety at an all time high. My Lens on Skin Cancer Screening While Living in Korea As someone who is in Korea as a military spouse, does not speak…
