Quick Intro

VEI Clinic Apgujeong is an English-friendly internal-medicine clinic in Gangnam offering evidence-based functional care—root-cause evaluations, targeted testing (not mega-panels), and clear action plans you can follow. We’re on the 3rd floor of Beneheim City, 162 Apgujeong-ro, a short walk from Apgujeong Station (Exit 5).

Our Functional Medicine Philosophy (No Hype, Just What Helps)

We combine the best of internal medicine—history, exam, validated labs—with lifestyle and behavior change. We avoid unvalidated tests and unnecessary supplements. Your plan is personalized, stepwise, and measurable.

What this means for you

  • Root-cause mapping: symptoms, triggers, timeline, sleep, stress, nutrition, activity, environment
  • Data that matters: we order tests that change care (and explain why)
  • Minimal-effective supplements: the fewest products at safe doses
  • Iterative follow-up: small, sustainable changes → track markers → adjust

What We Evaluate (tailored—no one-size-fits-all)

Cardio-metabolic health

  • Blood pressure, weight/waist, fitness habits
  • Labs: CBC, CMP, fasting lipids, ApoB, Lp(a) (when indicated), HbA1c, fasting glucose ± insulin/indices, hs-CRP (selective)

Energy, thyroid & anemia

  • TSH ± FT4, B12 ± MMA/homocysteine, folate, iron studies (ferritin, transferrin saturation), vitamin D

Digestive & food-related concerns

  • Validated pathways: celiac serology, H. pylori, targeted specific IgE when allergy suspected, lactose breath test
  • What we avoid: indiscriminate IgG “food sensitivity” panels and non-actionable stool mega-profiles

Women’s & men’s health (case-by-case)

  • Menstrual/PCOS patterns, perimenopause counseling, selected hormones when results change management (not routine saliva mega-panels)

Nutrient status & lifestyle

  • Magnesium, zinc, selenium (selective), omega-3 index (send-out), sleep and stress strategies

Exposure questions

  • Heavy metals and other toxins only when history suggests exposure; we do not shotgun “detox panels.”
If a test won’t change your plan, we’ll explain why—and skip it.

Visit Flow (Typical Program)

  1. Baseline consult (60–90 min)
    History/exam, medication & supplement review, timeline mapping, goal setting.
  2. Same-day labs (targeted)
    We confirm what’s necessary and give clear prep (fasting, biotin pause when applicable).
  3. Results visit (30–45 min)
    Plain-English report with         top 3 priorities, a 90-day roadmap, and exact doses if supplements are used.
  4. Follow-ups
    Quick touchpoint at         4–6 weeks; fuller review at 8–12 weeks with retesting as needed.

Programs (customizable)

  • Foundations Reset (6 weeks) — core labs, sleep & nutrition basics, quick wins, minimalist supplement plan.
  • Core Functional Plan (12 weeks) — deeper cardio-metabolic mapping (± ApoB/Lp(a)), gut basics, structured training template, stress toolkit.
  • Deep Dive (12–16 weeks) — complex cases (IBS-like symptoms, recurrent fatigue): selective GI testing, elimination/re-challenge playbook, dietitian partnership.

Transparent pricing before testing; corporate/expat documentation available.

What You’ll Receive

  • Root-cause map (timeline, triggers, priorities)
  • Action plan (protein & fiber targets, zone-2 + strength schedule, sleep timing, stress toolkit)
  • Lab-aware guidance (what to treat now, what to watch, when to recheck)
  • Supplement plan only if useful (brand-agnostic, dose & duration, stop criteria)

Safety & Boundaries

  • We don’t promise cures or sell “miracle” IVs for longevity or detox.
  • We avoid unvalidated tests, excessive hormones, and mega-dosing.
  • Red-flag symptoms (chest pain, severe shortness of breath, stroke signs, black/bloody stool, persistent vomiting, fainting) → ER, not a clinic appointment.

Preparation

  • Bring: photo ID, medication & supplement list (exact doses), prior labs/imaging, vaccine record.
  • Fasting 8–12 hours if lipids/metabolic labs are planned (water OK).
  • Biotin note: high-dose biotin can interfere with certain assays; we’ll time labs safely.
  • Wear/bring BP logs and fitness tracker summaries (steps/sleep/HR) if available.

Why VEI Clinic Apgujeong

  • Internal-medicine oversight with functional thinking and scientific guardrails
  • English-friendly consults, reports, and follow-ups
  • Same-day labs; partner network for imaging and breath tests
  • Central Gangnam location (Apgujeong/Sinsa) with private rooms

Location & Access

  • Address: Beneheim City, 3F, 162 Apgujeong-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
  • Subway: Apgujeong Station (Exit 5), short walk

Pricing & Transparency

Pricing depends on consult length, labs, and follow-up intensity. You’ll receive a clear quote before testing and an itemized English receipt for personal reimbursement.

Related Pages (add internal links)

  • /services/longevity-medicine-gangnam-seoul
  • /services/testing-gangnam-seoul
  • /services/nutritional-testing-gangnam-seoul
  • /services/food-sensitivity-testing-gangnam-seoul
  • /services/allergy-testing-gangnam-seoul
  • /services/lab-test-gangnam-seoul

FAQs

Do you do “food sensitivity” tests?
We use validated options (celiac serology, lactose breath test, targeted IgE). We avoid broad IgG sensitivity panels because they’re not actionable for most people.

Will I be put on lots of supplements?
No. We favor food-first plans and only add supplements that have clear rationale, dose, and stop criteria.

Do you prescribe medications?
Yes—when indicated (e.g., statins for high ApoB/CVD risk, BP or diabetes meds). Functional care and conventional care work together here.

How fast will I feel better?
Some notice changes within 2–4 weeks (sleep, energy, digestion). Objective markers often shift in 8–12 weeks with consistent habits.

Can you coordinate imaging or breath tests?
Yes, via nearby partner centers (availability varies). We’ll only order what changes your plan.

Booking (English-Friendly)

When booking, mention “Functional Medicine at VEI Clinic Apgujeong (near Apgujeong Station Exit 5)” and share your goals, symptoms, meds/supplements, and prior labs.