Korean Medicine

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• Which department should I see for back or neck pain treated with Korean medicine?
  Korean Medicine Clinic (한의원) is generally the first place to visit when you want acupuncture, cupping, herbal remedies, or other traditional Korean medicine approaches for back or neck pain. If imaging or surgical evaluation is also needed, a Korean Medicine Clinic may coordinate with Orthopedics (정형외과) or Neurosurgery (신경외과) depending on the nature of the pain.
• Which department should I see for after-effects of a car accident?
  Orthopedics(정형외과) or Neurology(신경과) is generally the first department to see for physical after-effects of a car accident, such as neck pain, back pain, or numbness. If symptoms are primarily musculoskeletal — stiffness, joint pain, or soft-tissue discomfort — Orthopedics is typically approached first, while Neurology becomes relevant when nerve-related symptoms such as dizziness, headache, or limb tingling are prominent. In some cases, a Korean Medicine Clinic(한의원) is also commonly used in parallel for supportive care of pain and fatigue.
• Which department should I see for frequent indigestion?
  Internal Medicine (내과), particularly a gastroenterology-focused clinic, is generally the first department to see for frequent indigestion or bloating. If symptoms persist or worsen, you may be referred to a specialist in Gastroenterology (소화기내과) for further evaluation. Traditional Korean Medicine (한의원) is also a common first-visit option in Korea for digestive complaints, often approached alongside or after conventional care.

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