Seoul | Busan BGSS Eye Clinic at the Fall Festival Event, USAG Humphreys
- Seoul | Busan BGSS Eye Clinic
- Nov 28, 2024
- 3 min read
Updated: Feb 21
On Saturday, October 12th, 2024, Seoul | Busan BGSS Eye Clinic attended the Fall Festival at USAG Humphreys (U.S. Army Garrison Humphreys) in Pyeongtaek, South Korea. This marked the clinic’s third time participating in an event at Camp Humphreys. Fortunately, the weather was neither too hot nor humid, making it a pleasant afternoon for everyone to enjoy the festivities. Compared to the Independence Day event held on July 4th this summer, everyone seemed to be in even higher spirits due to the cooler weather.
The primary goal of participating in the event was to provide U.S. Army soldiers and other guests with valuable information about the different types of vision correction surgeries BGSS offers. Since it can be challenging for English speakers to access eye care services in Korea, we aim to bridge that gap by providing valuable information about eye conditions. As the demand for vision correction surgery and eye exams increases, we strive to simplify the process for international patients to access the care they require.
The Fall Festival was one of the largest events of the year at Camp Humphreys, attracting over 35,000 U.S. Army soldiers and civilians from all across Korea. The event was also widely promoted throughout Pyeongtaek due to direct advertising by the city.
After attending the Independence Day event in July, the clinic was better prepared for this larger festival. A wider range of materials was brought, including eco-friendly bags, pamphlets detailing vision correction options for children, and an abundance of candy and other giveaways. To show appreciation to everyone who visited the booth, most of these items were given as complimentary gifts, including warm compress eye masks and free examination coupons.
Given the larger scale of the Fall Festival compared to the July 4th event, a wide variety of activities were available once the festival began at 1 p.m. As the event kicked off, crowds quickly gathered at the clinic’s booth, seeking services ranging from simple eye exams to information about vision correction for children and potential surgery options. The process was straightforward: kiosks were set up for quick eye condition diagnoses (which were particularly popular), and attendees filled out a simple pre-medical questionnaire with basic information and contact details for future follow-up consultations at BGSS.
Upon completing the required documentation, our friendly staff offered a brief consultation. For individuals seeking to consult with an English-speaking doctor, Dr. Kun-Hae Kim was readily available on-site to respond to inquiries and provide comprehensive information regarding potential treatment options for various conditions.
The high volume of visitors indicated a significant demand for eye care services, highlighting the importance of BGSS’s presence at the event. We are grateful to everyone who visited our booth at this lively festival, participated in the interactive vision tests, or expressed interest in scheduling an eye exam or potential surgery at our clinic. We look forward to welcoming more patients at the Seoul | Busan BGSS Eye Clinic, where our dedicated team of doctors and staff is eager to provide you with exceptional care!
For people who were not able to attend the event but are interested in learning more about vision correction options or scheduling an eye exam, our English-speaking staff would be delighted to assist. Visit us at Seoul | Busan BGSS Eye Clinic or book your consultation online today!
