Q. Can I get a prescription for diet herbal medicine remotely in Yongin?

I will explain the cases where remote prescription is possible and where it is not. **Cases where remote prescription is possible:** - For follow-up patients I have already treated in person, if their symptoms are stable and not significantly changed, prescription via video consultation is possible. - In Korean medicine, when the main factor is a constitutional pattern like 'Spleen deficiency (Biheo)' or 'Phlegm-fluid (Dameum),' pulse diagnosis may not be absolutely necessary. In such cases, pattern differentiation can be performed using a simple questionnaire, abdominal photos, and video conversation alone. - This method is especially useful for patients with transportation difficulties or tight schedules. **Cases where remote prescription is difficult:** - First-time patients must原则上 visit in person for pulse diagnosis and abdominal examination. Diet herbal medicine is not simply about weight loss; it regulates Spleen function, so accurately assessing the body’s state is crucial. - When 'Blood stasis (Eohyeol)' or 'Qi stagnation (Giche)' is suspected—meaning blood circulation or qi flow is blocked—palpation is necessary. - If acute inflammation, hormonal imbalance, thyroid problems, or other diseases are suspected, it is safer to visit in person and undergo concurrent examination. **Remote prescription process:** 1. After a phone consultation, schedule a video appointment (10–15 minutes). 2. During the video call, I thoroughly ask about eating habits, lifestyle, current symptoms, and past dieting history. I start by empathizing, saying things like, 'I also struggled with yo-yo dieting in the past.' 3. If needed, I request photos of the abdomen or tongue. In Korean medicine, tongue diagnosis (Seoljin) is an important clue for assessing digestion and fluid metabolism. 4. Based on the pattern differentiation, I decide on the herbal prescription and send the order to the pharmacy electronically. The prescription is issued as a digital document. 5. The herbal medicine is delivered by courier in decoction or pill form. I provide detailed instructions on how to take it and precautions, and recommend a follow-up consultation after two weeks. Let me add one more thing: remote consultations are convenient, but they are not suitable for every patient. I can never promise things like 'This medicine will make you lose 3 kg.' The body responds at its own pace, so treatment duration varies. Still, if you are curious, feel free to schedule a consultation without pressure. In any case, I will do my best to help you.