This service is available to foreign residents in Korea. Overseas residents are not eligible.
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Q. I live in Yeosu and find it difficult to visit the clinic in person. Would you recommend receiving a prescription for diet herbal medicine via remote consultation?

A.

I highly recommend this for busy professionals who struggle with regular visits or those whose energy levels are too depleted to leave the house. However, a thorough consultation is essential rather than simply receiving medication. If you feel lost with meal planning or are exhausted from frequent dieting and need a customized prescription, remote treatment can effectively set your clinical direction.

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Having experienced the struggle of missing treatments due to a packed schedule, I deeply understand how frustrating it can be. That is why I manage my remote consultations with extra care. I specifically recommend this service for office workers whose weight management rhythms are disrupted by frequent overtime and business dinners, or those seeking to restore bodily balance after experiencing yo-yo effects or side effects from Western diet pills. It is also beneficial for those with Spleen Deficiency (脾虛), characterized by poor digestive power and a feeling of bloating even after small meals. In Traditional Korean Medicine, we believe that rather than simply eating less, it is crucial to first clear 'Dam-eum' (痰飮, phlegm-fluid retention) and 'Eo-hyeol' (瘀血, blood stasis)—the metabolic waste products in the body—to ensure smooth metabolism. Even in a remote setting, I do not provide generic prefabricated medicines; instead, I prescribe personalized formulas based on a detailed consultation regarding your current condition and constitution. Of course, if you have multiple underlying medical conditions or are in a special situation requiring a precise physical examination, I recommend visiting the clinic in person. In my experience, the best way to avoid trial and error is to have an accurate understanding of your physical state. If you are hesitant, please start with a light initial consultation.
#recommendation #conditional-branch
Dr. Yeonseung Choe

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Dr. Yeonseung Choe

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Last reviewed 2026.05.13

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