Living in Daejeon
Medical Institutions
General Hospitals
| Name | Location | Telephone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chungnam National University Hospital | University Hospital 282 Munhwa-ro, Jung-gu, Daejeon | 042-280-7114 | https://www.cnuh.co.kr/ |
| The Catholic University | 64 Daeheung-ro, Jung-gu, Daejeon | 042-220-9114 | https://www.cmcdj.or.kr/ |
| Eulji University Hospital | 95 Dunsanseo-ro, Seo-gu, Daejeon | 1899-0001 | https://www.emc.ac.kr/ |
| Daejeon Sun Hospital | 29 Mokjung-ro, Junggu, Daejeon | 1588-7011 | http://www.sunhospital.co.kr/ |
| Daejeon Bohun Hospital | 147 82bun-gil, Daecheong-ro, Daeduk-gu, Daeejon | 1800-3100 | https://daejeon.bohun.or.kr/ |
| Konyang University Hospital | 158 Gwanjeodongro, Seo-gu, Daejeon | 1577-3330 | https://www.kyuh.ac.kr/ |
| Daeejon hankuk Hospital | 1672 Donseodae-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon | 042-606-1000 | https://djh.kr/ |
| Yuseong Sun Hospital | 93 bukyuseongdae-ro, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon | 1588-7011(3) | https://www.yuseongsunhospital.com/ |
| Daejeon Labor Welfare Corporation | 637 Keiryong-ro, Daedeok-gu, Daejeon | 042-670-5114 | https://www.kcomwel.or.kr/ |
| Daecheong Hospital | 1322 Keibaik-ro Seogu, Daeejon | 042-1899-6075 | https://www.dchp.or.kr/ |
Major Services and Fields
| Clinic | Field |
|---|---|
| Internal Medicine | Deals with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases not requiring surgery: esophagus, stomach, lungs, heart, blood vessels, blood pressure, diabetes and others |
| Pediatrics | Deals with the care and treatment of infants and children under 18: care of premature babies, treatment of children diseases, allergies and others |
| Obstetrics & Gynecology | Deals with pregnancy and childbirth, and the treatment of disorders affecting the female reproductive organs |
| Psychiatry | Deals with mental, emotional, or behavioral disorders |
| Neurology | Deals with disorders of the nervous system, including apoplexy, epilepsy, dementia and neuralgia |
| Family Medicine | Provides comprehensive health care to people regardless of age or gender, placing particular emphasis on the family unit |
| Dermatology | Deals with skin conditions including acne, hives and hair loss |
| General Surgery | Deals with appendicitis, infectious diseases, and diseases of the digestive organs requiring surgery |
| Orthopedic Surgery | Treats disorders of the skeletal system and associated muscles by manual and instrument means |
| Plastic Surgery | Performs eyelid reshaping, burning and aftereffects treat¬ments to improve the shape and function of the body |
| Rehabilitation Medicine | Deals with disorders of the muscles, bones and nerve systems in cooperation with rehabilitation medicine doctors and physical therapists |
| Urology | Deals with disorders of the urinary tract, including the kidneys and bladder, and reproductive organs such as the penis and the testicles |
| Ophthalmology | Deals with disorders of the eyes and eye nerves, including surgery of cataracts, glaucoma or short Sightedness |
| Otorhinolaryngology | Deals with diseases related to the ears, nose and Throat |
| Dentistry | Treats dental caries, and performs surgeries including teeth straightening, dental prosthesis, and scaling |
| Emergency Medicine | Deals with the diagnosis and treatment of emergency Patients |
| Oriental Medicine | Deals with all kinds of diseases using ancient Asian medical techniques. Various types of treatments are available |
Public Health Centers
Every gu area (borough) has its own public health center. Health examination service, such as diabetes test, tuberculosis test, blood pressure test, or blood test, are provided to residents for free or at a low cost. Public health centers also offer a regular health examination and vaccination service for babies and infants, as well as implement projects to improve public health.
| Center | Address | Telephone |
|---|---|---|
| Telephone | 147 Donggucheong-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon | 042-251-6121 |
| Jung-gu Center | 63 Sanseong-ro, Jung-gu, Daejeon | 042-580-2700 |
| Seo-gu Center | 74 Mannyeon-ro, Daejeon | 042-288-450 |
| Yuseong-gu Center | 51 Yuseongdae-ro, 51beon-gil, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon | 042-611-5011 |
| Daedeok-gu Center | 55 Seokbong-ro 38beon-gil, Daedeok-gu, Daejeon | 042-608-5499 |
Oriental (Korean) Medicine Hospitals
These hospitals offer medical treatment based on oriental medicine. Also, many oriental medicine hospitals and clinics are available in Daejeon. The largest oriental hospitals in the city is Korean Medicine Hospital of Daejeon University.
- Korean Medicine Hospital of Daejeon University : 042-470-9000
Buying Medicine
In Korea, pharmacies are separated from clinics and hospitals, and doctors do not dispense medicines. For certain types of medicine, a prescription from the doctor is required. Thus when one is feeling unwell, a visit to the doctor’s office is needed in order to obtain the necessary prescription. For minor symptoms such as headaches, indigestion, or other general disorders, over the counter medicine is available directly from the pharmacist. Unlike in many other countries, over the counter medicines are not available in convenience stores or grocery stores.