2025.08.18 13:21
The rise of AI-powered tools like ChatGPT has given South Korean patients easier access to medical information, but it is increasingly straining doctor-patient relationships as some reject physicians’ diagnoses in favor of AI-generated advice.Although wider access to health information can support patient understanding, clinicians report a growing trend of patients placing excessive trust in AI outputs—sometimes refusing treatment or challenging physicians’ expertise based on chatbot responses.AI-generated medical information is designed as a general reference, not a substitute for personal
2025.08.18 13:16
Eradicating Helicobacter pylori infections may not only prevent gastric diseases such as peptic ulcers and gastric cancer but also lower the risk of osteoporosis, particularly among women over 50, according to a long-term South Korean study. The findings, released on August 18, 2025, by the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency’s National Institute of Health, the broader protective benefits of eradication therapy.The research, conducted over 20 years from 2003 to 2023, followed 846 adults tested for H. pylori. Of these, 730 received antibiotic treatment to eliminate the bacterium, whi
2025.08.09 13:57
[Physician's Column] By Dr. Soon-dong Kim, Director of Soon Plus Plastic Surgery ClinicThe global allure of K-beauty has evolved from a cultural trend into a thriving industry. Increasingly, international visitors schedule cosmetic or medical treatments—often visiting dermatology and aesthetic clinics—as an integral part of their travel plans.One notable trend is that many foreign patients choose ‘low-irritation skin care’ as their first treatment in Korea. Instead of invasive procedures such as plastic surgery or aggressive laser therapy—which require long recovery times and may cause se
2025.08.07 18:54
[Physician's Column] By Lee Dong Youp, Champodonamu HospitalIf you’re preparing for a long-distance flight, protecting your lower back should be a higher priority than packing your suitcase—especially if you have a history of herniated discs. Hours spent in a confined airplane seat can trigger discomfort, warranting extra care.With overseas travel rebounding, more patients are visiting clinics with back pain following long flights. Prolonged sitting during travel can aggravate symptoms, and those with pre-existing back disorders are particularly vulnerable to pain recurrence or worsening. Ti
2025.08.07 18:48
SEOUL, South Korea — On July 11, Dr. Je-Young Park, Director of Apkoo-Jung Oracle Dermatology Clinic, served as both chair and keynote speaker at the Ultherapy Prime Asia-Pacific (APAC) launch seminar, hosted by global medical aesthetics leader Merz Aesthetics. The event marked the official regional debut of Ultherapy Prime, an advanced non-invasive ultrasound lifting device, and introduced the global campaign "See My Skin, Lift My Way," featuring South Korean actors Jun Ji-hyun and Lee Min-ho as brand ambassadors.Dr. Park addressed a distinguished audience of Ultherapy key opinion leaders fr
2025.08.07 18:48
For patients who have lost teeth, dental implants represent more than just a prosthetic solution. Beyond restoring chewing function and aesthetics, implants significantly enhance overall quality of life.Yet many patients with chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, or cardiovascular disease hesitate—or decide against—getting implants due to health concerns.In the past, these conditions were considered strict contraindications for implant therapy. Today, advances in medical technology and more precise preoperative assessments mean that, with thorough evaluation and a tailored plan,
2025.07.31 16:54
Celltrion has published three-year clinical trial results for its Avastin biosimilar, Vegzelma (CT-P16), in the international oncology journal Cancer Treatment and Research Communications.The study presents long-term follow-up data from a global phase 3 trial evaluating the efficacy, safety, immunogenicity, and pharmacokinetics of Vegzelma in 689 patients with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer.Patients were randomized in a 1:1 ratio to receive either Vegzelma or the reference product Avastin, beginning with induction therapy every three weeks followed by maintenance monotherapy, with outco
2025.07.31 16:47
[Physician's Column] By Dong Youp Lee, Champodonamu Hospital Spine CenterStiffness or increasing pain when arching your back may be more than just muscle soreness—it could indicate spondylolysis. Spondylolysis is a stress fracture or defect in the pars interarticularis—a small segment at the rear of the vertebra—which can cause instability in spinal movement and lead to pain. Since it often resembles general lower back pain, many cases go unnoticed. However, without proper diagnosis and treatment, the condition may worsen over time.Spondylolysis commonly affects people in physically demandi
2025.07.31 16:39
SEOUL, South Korea — Cellid Co. (KOSDAQ: 299660), a South Korean biotechnology company, announced on July 29, 2025, that it has received a European patent for its proprietary adenovirus vector platform, used in its COVID-19 vaccine candidate AdCLD-CoV19-1 OMI.The patent covers an optimized vector structure designed for large-scale production of replication-incompetent adenoviruses. This achievement follows similar patent approvals in South Korea, the United States, China, Japan, and Russia, with applications still under review in Vietnam, Indonesia, Thailand, and Brazil. During the production
2025.07.31 16:36
SEOUL, South Korea — A research team led by Professors Byung-Chul Cho and Ki-Bbeum Lee, along with resident physician Ju-Seong Sim at the Yonsei Cancer Center, has identified new possibilities for MET gene-targeted therapy in solid tumor treatment, according to a study published on July 30 in Nature Reviews Clinical Oncology, a leading journal in the oncology field.The MET gene, which plays a key role in cancer cell proliferation and metastasis, has long been a primary target in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). MET overexpression in NSCLC has been associated with favorable
2025.07.31 16:33
BUSAN, South Korea — Samyook Busan Hospital announced on July 30 that it has been named one of Busan’s top institutions for international patient care in 2024 by the Busan Metropolitan City government, marking its second consecutive year receiving the honor.The recognition is part of Busan’s annual initiative to promote medical tourism, honoring 30 outstanding institutions, including general hospitals, clinics, and medical tourism agencies, based on their success in attracting foreign patients. Samyook Busan Hospital was listed among the top 10 general hospitals, alongside prominent institu
2025.07.31 16:30
SEOUL, South Korea — FirstBioTherapeutics, a biotechnology startup based in South Korea, announced on July 30 that it has been selected to join NVIDIA’s Inception program—a global initiative that supports startups leveraging artificial intelligence, data science, and high-performance computing.Through NVIDIA Inception program, selected companies gain access to GPU technologies, software development tools, technical training, and venture capital connections—aimed at accelerating innovation in frontier industries.FirstBioTherapeutics is applying AI technologies to improve the speed and accur
2025.07.31 16:28
CHICAGO — Boditech Med, a leading South Korean provider of point-of-care diagnostics, showcased a comprehensive portfolio of in-vitro diagnostic solutions at the Association for Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine (ADLM) 2025 conference, held from July 29 to 31 in Chicago. The annual event, one of North America’s premier gatherings for laboratory medicine, attracted over 20,000 healthcare professionals and 800 companies, focusing on advancements in genomics-driven personalized diagnostics, environmental toxin detection, and artificial intelligence applications in healthcare.The company spotlig
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