Jaseng Korean Medicine Hospital Invites Overseas Descendants of Independence Activists for Medical Support

"Honoring the Noble Sacrifice of Independence Activists with Gratitude and Respect"

Jaseng Medical Foundation announced on October 28 that it had invited Richard Min, the grandson of Min Chanho, and his wife, who are descendants of a Korean independence activist living overseas, to support them with integrated Korean medicine treatment for their health and in recognition of their heritage.

Richard Min receiving Chuna manual therapy from Seokhwan Kim, Director of Jamsil Jaseng Korean Medicine Hospital. Jaseng Medical Foundation

This invitation was part of a medical support project for descendants of overseas independence activists, organized in celebration of the 80th anniversary of Korea’s liberation. Min Chanho was a first-generation immigrant to Hawaii and a key figure in leading the independence movement in the Americas through his pastoral work. He participated in founding and operating major organizations such as the Korean National Association and Heungsadan, and was dedicated to running educational institutions like the Korean Boarding School and Korean Christian Academy. In recognition of his contributions, the Korean government posthumously awarded him the Order of Merit for National Foundation, Patriotic Medal, in 2017.

Richard Min and his wife received treatment at Jamsil Jaseng Korean Medicine Hospital starting from October 18. The hospital conducted detailed examinations using MRI scans to check the lower back, neck, and ankles, which had been causing discomfort for the couple. They then provided integrated Korean medicine treatment, including acupuncture, pharmacopuncture, and manual therapy.

Richard Min expressed his gratitude, saying, "I am truly thankful for the warm welcome and heartfelt care I received. It was a special experience that helped me recover both physically and emotionally. Through this visit, I was able to deeply appreciate once again the sacrifices and dedication of independence activists, and I am grateful to Jaseng Medical Foundation for providing such a meaningful opportunity."

Park Byungmo, Chairman of Jaseng Medical Foundation, stated, "It was meaningful to provide medical support for descendants who continue the spirit of independence activists overseas in celebration of the 80th anniversary of liberation. We will continue to offer ongoing attention and support so that those who have dedicated themselves to the country, as well as their descendants, can lead healthy and respected lives."

Meanwhile, Jaseng Medical Foundation has been consistently engaged in social contribution activities to improve the welfare of national merit recipients and their families. In August, the foundation visited Robert Ahn, a descendant of Dosan Ahn Changho residing in Hawaii, and his wife to provide health checkups and Korean medicine treatment.

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