Korea had temporarily allowed telemedicine services since 2020 amid the Covid-19 pandemic but plans to roll them back as daily cases dwindle.
Mr. Kim was in and out of medical clinics for the past three years to get treatment for high blood pressure, diabetes and spinal pain.
Inha University Hospital has launched a telemedicine treatment service for foreigners living in Korea during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Korea JoongAng Daily Sitemap