BRD Clinic
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I live in Busan; is it okay to get herbal medicine prescribed via telemedicine instead of visiting the clinic in person? Who would you recommend this for?

Telemedicine is recommended for those with extremely busy schedules or those who are already well-aware of their constitution. However, if you are new to herbal medicine or have underlying health conditions, an in-person visit is preferred to determine whether you need a 'personalized therapeutic prescription' or a 'maintenance-based prescription'.

Having experienced the corporate grind myself, I fully understand how exhausting it can be to visit a clinic after a long day at work. While I offer telemedicine prescriptions for your convenience, I follow a clear set of guidelines to ensure safety and efficacy. Telemedicine is most suitable for returning patients or healthy adults seeking simple weight management, such as appetite control and metabolic enhancement. In these cases, a detailed medical questionnaire and consultation are often sufficient to determine the correct direction of treatment. Conversely, I strongly recommend an in-person visit for patients exhibiting significant symptoms of Spleen Deficiency (脾虛, weakened digestive function), prominent Dam-eum (痰飮, accumulation of metabolic waste/phlegm) causing bloating and heaviness, or suspected Eo-hyeol (瘀血, blood stasis) resulting from post-traumatic symptoms. In these instances, physically palpating the pulse is essential for an accurate diagnosis. Traditional Korean Medicine is not merely about 'weight loss' but about restoring the body's overall equilibrium. To ensure an efficient recovery without wasting time on the wrong approach, we must first determine if your current state requires 'simple maintenance' or 'precision diagnosis.' Please feel free to reach out if you are unsure which path is right for you.

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