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Your First Visit: What to Bring and What Happens

 Quick answer: For your first visit to Eunice Women's Clinic in Seongsu, bring your passport or Alien Registration Card, the date of your last period, and a list of your medications. You check in at reception on the 8th floor, then consult in English with Dr. Eun Mi-na. She explains any exam before it starts. You pay by card or cash at reception.

What should I bring to my first visit?

  •  ID: your passport or Alien Registration Card (ARC). This is needed for registration and for NHIS checks.
  • Insurance information: if you have travel or private insurance, note which documents your insurer needs. See travel insurance claim documents.
  • Your last menstrual period date: the first day of your last period.
  • A list of medications: including birth control, supplements, and allergies.
  • Previous results: recent Pap smear, HPV, or ultrasound results, if you have them.
  • Payment: card or cash.

What happens when I arrive?

  1.  Check in at reception on the 8th floor of Bethel Place. Give your name and booking time and show your ID.
  2. Insurance check. If you are enrolled in NHIS, reception confirms your coverage with your ID. If you are not enrolled, you pay the full price.
  3. Short questionnaire. You may be asked about your reason for the visit, your last period, and pregnancy possibility.
  4. Wait to be called. Your name will be called when the doctor is ready.

What happens during the consultation?

You meet Dr. Eun Mi-na, a female, board-certified OB-GYN, in a private consultation room. The consultation is in English. She will ask about:

  • Your symptoms and when they started.
  • Your menstrual cycle and any bleeding changes.
  • Your sexual health and contraception, if relevant.
  • Past medical history, surgeries, and pregnancies.

Answer as openly as you can. This information helps the doctor choose the right tests. It is kept confidential.

Will I need a pelvic exam?

Not every visit needs one. For many problems, such as abnormal discharge, pelvic pain, or a Pap smear, an examination helps. Dr. Eun explains what she recommends and why before starting. You can ask questions or ask her to stop at any time.

The examination takes place in a separate room with an examination chair. You change in private and are given a cover. The doctor may use a speculum to see the cervix, take a swab, or do an ultrasound. See well-woman exam and transvaginal ultrasound.

What happens after the exam?

  • Dr. Eun explains the findings in English and discusses options.
  • If lab tests were taken, she explains how and when you will receive results. Many results take several days.
  • If you need medicine, you receive a prescription to take to a nearby pharmacy.
  • If you need hospital-level care, she explains the referral.

How do I pay and get documents?

Pay at reception by card or cash. If you need documents for insurance, ask for them at this time. An English medical certificate with diagnosis costs 20,000 KRW. Prices may change; confirm with the clinic. See medical records and certificates.

Tips before your visit

  • For a Pap smear, a time when you are not on your period is usually better. Ask the clinic if you are unsure.
  • Avoid vaginal creams, douching, or intercourse for about 24–48 hours before a Pap smear or infection test, unless the doctor tells you otherwise.
  • Book ahead. Call or message to check same-day availability.
  • Read the general guide your first GYN visit in Korea.

How much will my first visit cost?

If you are enrolled in NHIS, you pay a copayment for covered care. If you are not enrolled, or the service is not covered, you pay the posted price. Some examples: consultation for contraception 20,000 KRW; urine pregnancy test 10,000 KRW; liquid-based Pap smear 40,000 KRW; gynecologic ultrasound 70,000 KRW. Prices may change; confirm with the clinic. See the full price list.

Book an appointment in English

Eunice Women's Clinic · 8F Bethel Place, 120 Achasan-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul · Seongsu Station (Line 2) Exit 3

Phone: +82-2-467-3100 · KakaoTalk channel · Naver Booking

Mon, Wed, Fri 10:00–19:00 · Tue & Thu 10:00–20:00 · Sat 10:00–14:00 · Lunch 13:30–14:30 · Closed Sundays & public holidays

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Frequently asked questions

Can I visit during my period?

Yes, for most problems. For a Pap smear or some infection tests, a time when you are not bleeding is usually better. If you are unsure, send a message to the clinic before your visit.

How long does a first visit take?

A simple consultation may be short, but tests, ultrasound, or an IUD insertion take longer. Allow extra time for check-in, and avoid booking right before closing time. Tell the clinic your reason for visiting when you book.

Do I need my Alien Registration Card?

If you have an ARC, bring it. It is used to check NHIS enrollment. Short-term visitors can use a passport and pay the full cost. Keep your passport with you for identification.

Can I say no to part of the exam?

Yes. Dr. Eun explains each step before it begins. You can ask questions, ask to pause, or decline any part of an examination. Your comfort and consent are part of every examination.

Related pages

This page provides general health information for patients and does not replace a consultation with a doctor. Individual results vary. If you have severe pain, heavy bleeding, fainting or other urgent symptoms, call 119 or go to the nearest emergency room. Page updated September 2026.