Adult Vaccines for Foreign Residents in Busan: Hepatitis A and B, Tdap, Shingles, Pneumonia
Living in Busan and need a vaccine? Kim Joo-in Internal Medicine, 5 minutes from Seomyeon Station, gives the main adult vaccines. The doctor checks which ones you need, in English.
☎ Call 051-802-7550 Walk-ins welcome · 5 min from Seomyeon Station Exit 7
In short
Five adult vaccines you can get in Seomyeon
Kim Joo-in Internal Medicine gives vaccines for hepatitis A, hepatitis B, tetanus–diphtheria–whooping cough (Tdap), shingles and pneumococcal pneumonia. You can walk in without an appointment. The doctor looks at your age, health and vaccine record, and tells you which ones you need.
The vaccines
What each vaccine is for
The doses and spacing below are the clinic's schedules.
Hepatitis A
A liver infection spread through food and water. The US CDC says any adult who wants protection can get it.
Hepatitis B
A liver infection spread through blood and body fluids. The CDC recommends it for adults aged 19 to 59, and for older adults who want it.
Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, whooping cough)
One dose for adults who never had it, then a booster every 10 years. One dose in each pregnancy, in weeks 27 to 36.
Shingles
A recombinant shingles vaccine for adults 50 and older, and for adults with a weak immune system.
Pneumococcal (pneumonia)
A pneumococcal conjugate vaccine. The CDC recommends it for adults 50 and older, and for younger adults with some long-term conditions.
Before the shot
Tell the doctor first if any of these apply
Not feeling well? Just walk in.
No appointment needed during clinic hours. Questions? Call us first.
☎ 051-802-7550How it works
Getting a vaccine, step by step
Walk in
No appointment needed. Vaccines can run out, so call 051-802-7550 if you want to be sure.
See the doctor
In English. Bring your vaccine record if you have one, even from another country.
Get the shot and wait
Stay in the clinic for about 15 to 30 minutes after the shot, so the staff can watch for a reaction.
Pay and plan the next dose
Pay by credit card or cash. Foreign Visa and Mastercard cards are accepted. The front desk tells you when to come back for the next dose.
Price and records
Price and proof of vaccination
Prices depend on the vaccine. Please ask the front desk or call 051-802-7550.
If your employer or school needs proof of vaccination, ask at the front desk. English certificates are available.
Kim Joo-in Internal Medicine · Dr. Kim Joo-in
A neighborhood clinic with a university-hospital background
- 14 years as an internal-medicine professor at Inje University Busan Paik Hospital
- Featured by the Busan Ilbo as a 'Best Doctor' (respiratory & allergy)
- Named an excellent respiratory-disease hospital 3 years in a row by the Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service
- Pulmonary function tests, allergy tests, ultrasound and endoscopy performed in-house
Visit us
Seomyeon Station Exit 7 — 5 minutes on foot
(부산광역시 부산진구 서면로 64 청석빌딩 8층 — show this to your taxi driver)
5 min walk from Seomyeon Station Exit 7 · Naver Map
Saturday 9:15 AM – 2:00 PM — no lunch break
Closed Sundays and public holidays
This article is general information, not a diagnosis. Please see a doctor for medical advice.
Frequently asked questions
Adult vaccines in Busan: common questions
Do I need an appointment for a vaccine?
No. You can walk in during clinic hours. Vaccines can run out, so call 051-802-7550 if you want to be sure.
How much do the vaccines cost?
Prices depend on the vaccine. Please ask the front desk or call 051-802-7550.
I started a vaccine series in another country. Can I finish it here?
Usually yes. Bring your vaccine record, so the doctor can see which dose you need next.
Can I get Tdap during pregnancy?
The US CDC recommends one dose of Tdap in each pregnancy, in weeks 27 to 36. Tell the doctor that you are pregnant, and check with your obstetrician too.
How long do I stay after the shot?
About 15 to 30 minutes, so the staff can watch for a reaction.
How do I pay?
By credit card or cash. Foreign Visa and Mastercard cards are accepted.
Sources
US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) — Adult Immunization Schedule, Notes (2025) · US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) — Adult Immunization Schedule by Age (2025)
Prepared by Kim Joo-in Internal Medicine from public health agency information.