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Medical Records to Bring to a Seoul Skin Clinic
The short answer
For a consultation at Shinebom Clinic, bring photo ID, a list of your medicines and allergies, and notes on past cosmetic treatments such as filler, botox or lasers, ideally written in English. You do not need a thick file. Clear, accurate information helps the doctor decide what is safe for you.
Key facts
- ID: passport or other photo ID
- Health: medicines, allergies, conditions, pregnancy status
- History: past filler, botox, lasers, surgery, with dates
- Skin: products you use now, including retinol
- Format: a short note in English is enough
What identification should you bring?
Bring your passport or another photo ID. Clinics in Korea generally ask for identification when registering a patient, and it helps to have it with you. Ask the clinic what it needs before you arrive if you are unsure.
What health information matters most?
The doctor needs to know your allergies, especially to medicines, anesthetics or topical products, and every medicine and supplement you take. Mention blood thinners and anti-inflammatory medicines, since the clinic's aftercare notes for stem cell treatment ask you to avoid anti-inflammatories and pain patches for at least two weeks. Say clearly if you are pregnant, may be pregnant or are breastfeeding, because some treatments are not suitable then. Also mention conditions such as a tendency to scar, cold sores or autoimmune disease.
Which past treatments should you list?
- Filler or botox: which area, roughly when, and the product if you know it.
- Threads, laser or radiofrequency: type and date.
- Skin surgery or fat injection.
- Any reaction, such as bruising, lumps or allergic response.
If you have photos of the area from before an earlier treatment, bring them on your phone. They help the doctor understand your baseline. Dates matter because the doctor may want to space treatments safely, as covered in our first visit guide.
What about skincare products?
Write down the products you use daily and anything strong, such as retinol or acids. The aftercare notes for lasers ask you to avoid retinol and brightening products for three days afterward, so the doctor will want to know what you use.
Do you need translated documents?
A short note in English is usually easier than a full translated file. Enquiries in English are welcome. Ask the clinic if you want to send information ahead through the steps in how to book from abroad. Also see consent and patient rights.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need my full medical history?
Not usually. A clear summary of allergies, medicines, conditions and past cosmetic treatments is enough for a first consultation.
Should I send records before the visit?
You can ask the clinic if it wants information in advance. Bring it with you either way.
Why does pregnancy status matter?
Some treatments are not suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding, so the doctor needs accurate information to advise you safely.
Related pages
General information from Shinebom Clinic, not personal medical advice. Results and recovery vary between individuals, and all procedures carry possible risks and side effects. A doctor will confirm what suits you at consultation.
Bloom yourself, in your own way
Tell us your skin concerns and dates in English. Shinebom Clinic is a 3-minute walk from Jamsil Station, exits 8 and 9.