Tsukioka Clinic
About
Located in Echizen City, Fukui Prefecture, Tsukioka Clinic is a community-based clinic specializing in internal medicine. Its most distinctive feature is its strong focus on endoscopic procedures. The clinic director brings extensive experience from general hospitals, and in 2025, performed 639 gastroscopies, 333 colonoscopies, and 125 colon polyp removals, totaling 972 endoscopic examinations. Patients can choose between oral or transnasal gastroscopy, both performed under sedation with anesthetics to minimize discomfort during the procedure. Endoscopy services are available on weekday evenings and Saturdays, making it accessible for those who find it difficult to visit on weekdays due to work or other commitments. As a local primary care provider, the clinic also functions as a home care support clinic, offering home visits and home nursing services. It provides integrated medical and nursing care through coordination with nursing care services and management of senior housing. A 24-hour, 365-day phone hotline is available outside regular hours, ensuring consultation support during emergencies. The clinic accepts credit cards and electronic payments, and features a 20-space dedicated parking lot and barrier-free facilities.
