A Medicine Not Yet Named: The ‘27th Karte’ We Will Write
Not long ago, I binge-watched a Japanese medical drama titled The 19th Karte. What is a "karte"? A quick search reveals it stems from the German word...
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“In 30 Years of Practicing Medicine, I Have Never Seen a Single Patient with Protein Deficiency”
South Korea is currently gripped by a "protein craze." Ours is a society that aggressively pushes protein consumption, leading many to believe they...
“My Child Has an Emergency—Where Should We Go?” Busan Paik Hospital Strengthens Pediatric Emergency Lineup
Busan Paik Hospital’s pediatric surgery, neurosurgery, orthopedic surgery, ophthalmology, and dentistry teams have...
Slipped Vertebrae: When "Tingling Legs" Signal Spondylolisthesis Rather Than a Herniated Disc
Ms. Choi, a 52-year-old living in Busan, recently noticed a troubling change. While grocery shopping with her elderly...
A World-Class Orthopedic Powerhouse Built on Patient Trust
Early last year, the Netflix medical drama The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call captivated global audiences, racking up 11.
A Joint Specialist’s 40-Year Insight: Weight, Muscle, and Posture Are the Three Pillars of Joint Health
Luxury cars, designer watches, and high-end fashion—to the truly wealthy, these are no longer the ultimate status...
‘Star Wars’ and ‘Harry Potter’ Star Warwick Davis Receives Order of the British Empire
British actor Warwick Davis, 56, has been officially recognized for his extensive career and philanthropic efforts.
Vitamin C: Why the Secret to Health is in the Forest, Not the Pill
To truly understand an object, we often look at its components. By breaking a whole into small pieces to analyze their...
A Lump on the Wrist: When Is It Safe to Ignore, and When Is It Time for Treatment?
Discovering a soft, round lump on your wrist can be a confusing experience, especially if it appears without any memory...
Smoking and Spinal Health: Tobacco and E-Cigarettes Both Linked to Surging Disc Disease Risk
While the link between smoking and respiratory illness is well-documented, a groundbreaking domestic study has revealed...