The Legacy of a 130-Year-Old Infertility Clinic: The Journey of Modern-Day 'Samshin Halbae' Baek Jin-ho

Baek Jin-ho, known as the 'modern-day Samshin Halbae,' reveals his tumultuous journey to becoming a renowned infertility specialist, overcoming patient skepticism. The secrets behind his family's reputation as a 'powerhouse of infertility treatment' and his personal beliefs on infertility are unveiled.

Tonight at 9:55 PM, EBS's 'Seo Jang-hoon's Neighboring Millionaire' will feature Baek Jin-ho, the '5th generation head' of a traditional Korean medicine family that has been treating infertility for 130 years since the Joseon Dynasty. He will share deep and sincere stories with viewers.

His clinic in Gyeongju has become a national hub for infertility treatment. Patients camp out overnight and even resort to sleeping rough to receive treatment. Opened in 1890 by Baek Jin-ho's great-great-grandfather, the clinic was so popular that patients lined up to the village entrance. Baek Jin-ho recalls, "They said they earned the price of a cow in a day," reflecting on the clinic's early fame. The clinic gained further renown when his great-great-grandfather, after three years of infertility struggles, successfully had children through relentless research, earning the family the nickname 'Samshin Halbae's household.'

Behind Baek Jin-ho's illustrious reputation lies a story of growing pains. Starting his practice at the young age of 27, he faced rejection simply for being a 'young doctor.' He recalls, "Patients turned away just seeing my young face," and often asked, "Where is the senior doctor?" or questioned his ability to treat them and his marital status. Unlike his father, who had a steady stream of patients, Baek Jin-ho struggled with constant skepticism and stress. To appear older, he even changed his appearance and worked tirelessly to surpass his father. In this broadcast, Baek Jin-ho candidly shares the intense journey and the pain he endured to become a distinguished doctor.

As Seo Jang-hoon explores the 130-year-old clinic and its stories, he boldly asks Baek Jin-ho, "Did your children also come with the help of this herbal medicine?" Baek Jin-ho surprises everyone by revealing unexpected stories behind the birth of his son and daughter. He also openly discusses the root causes of infertility from a Korean medicine perspective and his firm beliefs. His poignant statement, "I need to become less necessary," leaves a lasting impression. What does this statement truly mean? The weight of a 130-year-old family legacy and the convictions of a doctor dealing with life are fully captured in Baek Jin-ho's story, airing tonight at 9:55 PM on EBS's 'Seo Jang-hoon's Neighboring Millionaire.'

Reporter Kim Ji-won, Ten Asia bella@tenasia.co.kr