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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Saving Lives at the ‘Edge of Death’… A Hospital That Keeps the Lights On 24/7 for Critically Burned Patients
#Last December, a Thai woman, Ms. A, was brought to the emergency room at Bestian Seoul Hospital with severe, bright-red burns covering her entire...
“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,...
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...
"Cheek Sagging After Facial Contouring—Why a Facelift Isn't the Answer": A Surgeon’s Perspective
I was recently invited to lecture by the Anti-Aging Research Society of the Korean Society of Plastic and...
From Six Patients to 3.13 Million: The Fruits of "Patient-Centered Care"
“The hospital is too big and flashy—it doesn’t feel right for me.” Even Beopjeong, the late monk known for his...
“If It Hurts, Move More to Loosen It Up?”: A Dangerous Misconception That Can Worsen Your Injury
As the warm spring weather returns, outdoor activities and exercise are on the rise. However, shoulder pain complaints...
Beyond Muscle Soreness: Is Your Persistent Calf Pain Actually a Stress Fracture?
A significant number of people who engage in high-intensity exercise—such as marathons and soccer—suddenly complain of...
“Hiding It and Putting It Off Only Makes It Worse”: A Warning About ‘Everyday Surgical Conditions’
On the surface, they may not seem urgent. That is precisely why people tend to put them off.
Why Your Perfect Brushing Routine Isn't Stopping "Spring Bad Breath"
Bad breath is a sensitive issue that transcends simple hygiene; it can deeply impact interpersonal relationships and...