WELLNESS ON THE ROAD What Happened During My Cataract Surgery at Daegu Catholic Hospital Posted on August 21, 2023January 4, 2026 I am finally getting cataract surgery in Daegu in a few days, and I couldn’t be more excited. This surgery has been a long time coming. My eyesight has been problematic for quite a while. While I can see, it’s not clear; I’m peering through the fog, and bright light, incredibly white light, is almost unbearable. Over the years, I’ve had to update my eyeglasses prescription twice annually. I’ve also experimented with contact lenses. Read more
WELLNESS ON THE ROAD Bone Spur Surgery in Korea as an American: What You Need to Know Posted on January 27, 2022April 14, 2026 I had foot surgery at Yeungnam University Hospital in Daegu, South Korea. As a foreigner, I navigated language barriers, cultural differences, and hospital routines with help from the International Services team. This post shares what I packed, what surprised me, and how I managed recovery far from home. Read more