Sobue Clinic
About
Sofue Clinic, located in Nagakute City, Aichi Prefecture, is a medical facility specializing in internal medicine. The clinic's director brings expertise as a hematologist and places particular emphasis on infection control measures informed by this background. The facility has implemented comprehensive hygiene protocols including alcohol disinfection, proper ventilation, clean partitions, and low-concentration ozone devices for environmental sterilization—methods also adopted by Fujita Health University—reflecting a strong commitment to sanitation standards. For patients suspected of having infectious diseases, the clinic provides appropriate responses such as outdoor examinations and isolation room use depending on the situation, ensuring thorough consideration for other patients. In terms of diagnostic capabilities, the clinic conducts genetic testing using isothermal nucleic acid amplification methods with accuracy comparable to PCR testing, as well as antigen tests that can simultaneously detect influenza and COVID-19, enabling rapid diagnosis. Operating hours are 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, with closures on Sundays except the first Sunday of each month, holidays, and extended vacation periods. The clinic offers English language support, has parking facilities, and is barrier-free accessible, creating an environment that accommodates a wide range of patients.
