Quick intro

VEI Clinic Apgujeong provides English-friendly wound care for minor to moderate injuries—cleaning, dressing changes, infection checks, and suture/staple removal. We’re on the 3rd floor of Beneheim City (162 Apgujeong-ro), a short walk from Apgujeong Station Exit 5.

What we treat (examples)

• Cuts & lacerations (closed or healing after sutures/staples)
• Abrasions & skin tears (including elderly/fragile skin)
• Minor burns (superficial/superficial-partial thickness)
• Post-op wound checks and dressing changes
• Early infection concerns (redness, drainage, mild fever)
• Ingrown nail wounds and blister care
• Pressure/friction wounds (early stages)
• Diabetic/vascular wound screening with referral pathways

For fresh lacerations, come as soon as possible—ideally within hours—so we can assess closure options or arrange rapid referral.

Services (doctor-guided)

• Wound cleaning/irrigation and debridement (when appropriate)
• Dressing selection & application: hydrocolloids, alginates, foams, films, silver/iodine options (case-by-case)
• Suture/staple removal with healing check
• Antibiotic stewardship: topical vs. oral when indicated
• Tetanus status review and vaccination guidance
• Pain control & home-care plan with English instructions
• Referral coordination to plastic surgery, vascular surgery, or ER when needed

When to go to the ER (urgent red flags)

• Uncontrolled bleeding despite direct pressure for 10 minutes
• Deep/large wounds (exposed bone/tendon/muscle), gaping facial wounds, or amputation/near-amputation
• Severe burns (deep, electrical/chemical, large surface area), inhalation injury
• Signs of sepsis: high fever, confusion, shaking chills, rapid heartbeat/breathing
• Animal/human bites with deep tissue damage or hand/face involvement
• Crush injuries, suspected fracture/dislocation, or foreign body you can’t safely remove

Who might not be a candidate (today)

• Active heavy bleeding or severe pain/swelling needing imaging and procedural care
• Complex diabetic foot ulcers or advanced pressure injuries needing multidisciplinary team
• Chemical/electrical burns (require hospital protocols)

How to prepare (simple checklist)

• Do not apply powders/peroxide/strong antiseptics before your visit (can damage tissue)
• If bleeding, apply firm direct pressure with clean cloth/gauze
• Bring current medications (especially blood thinners) and allergy list
• Tetanus history if known; bring post-op instructions if it’s a surgical wound
• Photos of wound progression (optional but helpful)

Visit flow (what to expect)

1. Brief consult → injury timeline, pain level, comorbidities (diabetes, vascular disease)
2. Examination & cleanse → irrigation, assessment of depth/edges, infection signs
3. Plan & dressing → choose evidence-based dressing; debridement if indicated
4. Medication decisions → topical vs. oral antibiotics/analgesia when appropriate
5. Home-care instructions → written English aftercare; warning signs
6. Follow-up in 2–7 days (timing depends on wound and dressing type)

Aftercare (checklist)

• Keep dressing clean/dry until the advised change time
• Do not soak (no baths/sauna/pools) until cleared
• Elevate if swelling; ice around (not directly on) the wound for comfort
• Watch for increasing redness, pus, fever, worsening pain, bad odor → contact us
• Nutrition matters: protein, fluids; manage glucose if diabetic

Suture & staple removal (typical timing)

• Face: 3–5 days
• Scalp: 7–10 days
• Trunk/upper limb: 7–10 days
• Lower limb/joints: 10–14 days
  (Your clinician will individualize based on wound tension and healing.)

Combination care (case-by-case)

• Tetanus vaccination if due
• Diabetes/vascular risk review to improve healing
• Plastic surgery referral for cosmetic alignment or complex closure
• Physical therapy advice if mobility affects wound stress

Turnaround time

Most visits take 20–40 minutes, depending on cleaning, debridement, and dressing selection. Follow-up intervals are tailored to healing speed.

Pricing & insurance notes

• Fees vary by complexity (initial vs. follow-up, debridement, materials)
• Most visitors pay upfront; many insurers reimburse with documentation
• Request an itemized English receipt (add diagnosis/procedure codes when applicable)

Safety note (not an emergency service)

If you have chest pain, severe shortness of breath, heavy bleeding, confusion, stroke symptoms, or very high fever with dehydration, call 119 or go to an ER.

Hours & location

• Mon/Thu/Fri: 10:00–19:00
• Tue: 10:00–20:00
• Sat: 10:00–16:00
• Lunch: 13:00–14:00 (except Sat)
• Closed: Wed & Sun
• Address: 3F, VEI Clinic, 162 Apgujeong-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul (Beneheim City, near Apgujeong Station Exit 5)
• Phone: 02-542-8275 / 010-5700-7597

What to bring

• Passport/ID, Korean phone number (if any)
• Medication list (blood thinners, diabetes meds), allergies
• Prior op notes/discharge papers if post-surgery
• Payment method (card/cash); insurer details if you’ll file a claim

Why choose VEI Clinic Apgujeong

• English-friendly internal-medicine team accustomed to expat and traveler needs
• Evidence-based dressings and pragmatic antibiotic use
• Clear aftercare with photos and reminders available
• Fast referrals to hospital specialists when needed

Book now (quick script)

“Hello, I’d like to book an appointment for wound care (cleaning/dressing change ± suture removal). Could you share today/tomorrow availability, estimated cost, and whether I’m due for tetanus? I’ll need an English receipt. Thank you!”