Dr. Kim Ju Hun

Professional background

• Chief Director, Vellicell Clinic
• Board-Certified General Surgeon
• MD, Wonkwang University
• Resident, Severance Hospital (Sinchon)
• Resident in General Surgery, Ilsan Paik Hospital
• Active Member, ASLS
• Active Member, Korean Filler Education & Research Academy
• Active Member, KALDAT
• Former Director, Suwon Niks Clinic
• Chief Director, Vellicell Clinic (current)

Clinical interests

Discussing your priorities with Dr. Kim Ju Hun

A useful consultation begins with a clear account of your symptoms, medical history and priorities. Ask which findings support the diagnosis, what each test would change and whether observation or a less invasive option is reasonable.

Bring relevant reports, imaging and a complete medication list. Before traveling, ask how many visits may be needed, whether investigations require preparation and how your doctor at home will receive the care plan.

Make the consultation useful

Before meeting Dr. Kim Ju Hun, write down your main concern, how long it has affected you, what you have already tried and what a worthwhile improvement would mean in everyday life. Bring relevant clinical records and a list of medicines, supplements and allergies. If you have had earlier treatment, include the dates and any complications.

• What diagnosis are we considering?
• Which tests will change my care?
• What are the reasonable alternatives?
• How will follow-up be arranged?

Ask the doctor to explain the reasoning behind the proposed plan, including alternatives and the option of not proceeding. Confirm who will perform the treatment, who will review your recovery and how to obtain help outside the planned visits. For care abroad, discuss the follow-up arrangements before paying for treatment or booking a return flight.

Where Dr. Kim Ju Hun practises

Vellicell Clinic

3rd–4th Floors, OPUS 407, 407 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul

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