Quick Intro

VEI Clinic Apgujeong is an English-friendly internal-medicine clinic offering doctor-led Wegovy care for medical weight management when appropriate. We focus on safety, evidence, and clear follow-up—no hype.
Availability and pharmacy stock in Korea can fluctuate; we confirm current options at your visit.

Who It May Be For

  • Adults with obesity or overweight plus weight-related conditions who are candidates for semaglutide therapy alongside nutrition and activity changes. Wegovy
  • Patients preferring a once-weekly injectable with stepwise titration under medical supervision.
Not for type 1 diabetes or during pregnancy/breastfeeding; we screen carefully for contraindications.

How We Work (safety-first)

  1. Evaluation & labs → A1c, CMP (kidney/liver), fasting lipids (± ApoB), urine albumin/creatinine; pregnancy test if applicable.
  2. Medication fit → review history (pancreatitis, gallbladder issues, GI disorders), family history (MTC/MEN2), and other meds.
  3. Titration plan → gradual dose increases with written sick-day rules and side-effect prevention.
  4. Follow-up → early check at 4–6 weeks, then 8–12 weeks with labs; adjust dose/adjunct meds.
  5. Lifestyle anchor → protein/fiber targets, zone-2 + strength template, sleep/stress supports.

What to Expect (personalized titration)

  • Start low → increase about every 4 weeks as tolerated.
  • Coaching on injection technique, site rotation, and what to do if a dose is late.
  • If you use insulin or a sulfonylurea, we’ll adjust to reduce hypoglycemia risk.

Side Effects & Cautions (we’ll coach you)

  • Common: nausea, early fullness/reflux, constipation/diarrhea → small meals, fluids/fiber strategy, slow titration; supportive meds if needed.
  • Less common/serious—seek care: severe abdominal pain (possible pancreatitis), persistent vomiting, black/bloody stool, allergic symptoms.
  • We avoid use with personal/family history of MTC/MEN2 and assess gallbladder/pancreatitis history.

Travel & Procedure Notes

  • We’ll map time-zone dosing, storage, and provide a travel letter.
  • For procedures/sedation, we coordinate pre-op holding guidance with your surgeon/anesthesiologist.

Visit Flow (Typical)

  1. Baseline consult (30–45 min) → history/meds, goals, vitals; order labs
  2. Results visit (20–30 min) → start/titrate plan, nutrition & training template, monitoring schedule
  3. Follow-ups → 4–6 weeks after start/change; then 8–12 weeks with labs

Why VEI Clinic Apgujeong

  • Internal-medicine oversight with realistic, stepwise care
  • English-friendly coaching, handouts, and documentation
  • Same-day core labs; pragmatic follow-ups for travelers
  • Central Gangnam (Apgujeong/Sinsa) location near Apgujeong Station (Exit 5)

Location & Access

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

Pricing, Availability & Receipts

  • Clear quote before prescriptions or tests.
  • Korea launch: Wegovy entered the Korean market in October 2024; supply has since varied with periods of tight stock—we’ll check current pharmacy options during your visit.
  • Itemized English receipts (superbills) for personal/corporate reimbursement.


FAQs

Is Wegovy the same as Ozempic?
Both contain semaglutide; Wegovy is the brand for chronic weight management (with diet & activity), whereas Ozempic is indicated for type 2 diabetes. We’ll advise which is appropriate for you.

Is Wegovy available in Korea now?
Yes—launched Oct 2024—but pharmacy supply fluctuates; we’ll verify options and discuss alternatives if needed.

Can I start at the first visit?
If medically appropriate and labs are adequate, we can begin with a starter dose and a written titration plan.

Will I need it forever?
Not necessarily. We plan for maintenance and design off-ramps when possible, anchored by nutrition, training, sleep, and relapse-prevention tools.

What if I get side effects?
We slow titration, adjust meal timing/portions, and can add supportive meds. Most patients improve with time.

Booking (English-Friendly)

When booking, mention “Wegovy at VEI Clinic Apgujeong (near Apgujeong Station Exit 5)” and share your goals, medications, recent labs/A1c, and any travel dates.