Semaglutide & GLP-1 Weight Loss in Seongsu, Seoul
Medically supervised GLP-1 care and diet-face support from an obesity specialist
Semaglutide (Wegovy) and other GLP-1 weight loss medications are offered at Seongsu Melting Clinic only after a medical evaluation. Dr. Park Kyung-min is a board-certified family medicine physician and a Korean Society for the Study of Obesity certified obesity specialist, and he lectures to other doctors on Wegovy, Mounjaro, and semaglutide.
What are GLP-1 medications?
GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) is a hormone the body releases after eating. Medications such as semaglutide (Wegovy) mimic its action. They may reduce appetite, help you feel full sooner, and slow stomach emptying. Mounjaro works on GLP-1 and an additional related hormone pathway.
These are prescription medications. They are not cosmetic products, and they are not appropriate for everyone. Used under medical supervision, alongside changes in eating and activity, they can help many people with obesity or weight-related health concerns lose weight.
How we approach GLP-1 weight loss at Seongsu Melting Clinic
Dr. Park reviews your health history, current medications, weight history, and goals before deciding whether a GLP-1 medication is suitable. If it is not, he will explain why and discuss other options.
Care is organized through our Melting Diet, a 4-step program that combines medical weight management with support for the changes weight loss brings. That includes care for "diet face," the hollowing and loosening that can appear on the face during weight loss. Dr. Park looks at sagging and hollowing separately and may suggest Diet Signature Lifting, MelFat, or Melting RejuGlow when appropriate.
Dr. Park co-authored the 2026 book *Doctor, I barely eat but I still gain weight* with Dr. Yoon Su-jeong, reflecting his interest in why weight loss is harder for some people than it seems.
A good fit if…
- You have obesity or weight-related health concerns and have struggled to lose weight with lifestyle changes alone
- You are willing to have a medical evaluation and follow-up
- You want support with the facial and skin changes that come with weight loss
Consider something else if…
- You are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding
- You have a personal or family history of certain thyroid tumors, or a history of pancreatitis (these require careful discussion)
- You want quick cosmetic weight loss for an event without a medical reason
- You are not able to attend follow-up visits
Side effects to know about
Common side effects include nausea, fullness, reduced appetite, constipation, diarrhea, and sometimes vomiting, especially when starting or increasing the dose. These often ease over time. Less common but more serious risks exist, which Dr. Park reviews with you. Results vary, and weight may return if medication is stopped without lasting changes.
What to expect
Your first visit is a one-to-one consultation with Dr. Park. If a GLP-1 medication is appropriate, he explains the dose, how to use it, what to expect, and how follow-up works. Doses are usually started low and adjusted gradually.
Aftercare and follow-up
- Attend scheduled check-ins so the dose and side effects can be reviewed
- Eat smaller portions and stay hydrated
- Report persistent vomiting, severe abdominal pain, or other concerning symptoms promptly
- Ask about diet-face care if you notice facial hollowing or loosening
A note from Dr. Park
Dr. Park often explains that sagging and hollowing after weight loss are two different problems, and he likes to look at them separately. He sees his research in obesity medicine and his daily practice as connected, and he explains the plan in detail before any prescription.
Frequently asked questions
Can I get semaglutide without a consultation?
No. GLP-1 medications are prescribed only after a medical evaluation with Dr. Park.
Will GLP-1 medication make my face look older?
Rapid weight loss can lead to facial hollowing or loosening. Our diet-face care is designed to address this.
Is Mounjaro available too?
Dr. Park discusses GLP-1 options, including Wegovy and Mounjaro, at consultation based on your health and goals.
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- Address: 4F #403, Samjin Building, 113 Achasan-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul (Seongsu-dong 2-ga)
- Getting here: Seongsu Station (Line 2), Exit 2, about a 3-minute walk. Parking available.
- Hours: Mon–Fri 10:00–20:00 (lunch 13:00–14:00) · Sat 09:30–15:00 · Closed Sundays & public holidays
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Treatment plans, number of sessions and results vary from person to person and are decided after an in-person consultation. This page is general information, not a diagnosis or a substitute for medical advice.