Mukaino Internal Medicine & Respiratory Medicine

About

Mukai Internal Medicine & Respiratory Medicine, located in Kawasaki Town, Tagawa District, Fukuoka Prefecture, is a clinic providing respiratory specialist care centered on internal medicine. The director holds qualifications as a respiratory specialist and Infection Control Doctor (ICD), offering diagnosis and treatment for a wide range of respiratory conditions—from acute illnesses such as bronchitis and pneumonia to bronchial asthma, COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease), interstitial pneumonia, non-tuberculous mycobacteriosis, chronic respiratory failure, and lung cancer treatment. Leveraging this expertise, a dedicated cough outpatient clinic addresses symptoms including persistent cough, post-COVID cough, and exertional dyspnea. In terms of clinical services, a fever clinic has been established, with a separate examination room for patients presenting with cold symptoms such as fever, cough, and sore throat. Antigen testing for influenza and coronavirus is available, with results in approximately 10 minutes. Blood tests and sputum bacterial culture tests for identifying underlying causes are also offered. General internal medicine services cover chronic disease management including hypertension, diabetes, and dyslipidemia, as well as acute symptoms such as sudden fever, loss of appetite, headache, and dizziness, serving as a community primary care provider for general internal medicine conditions. A health promotion rehabilitation corner provides electrical therapy for lower back pain, knee pain, and shoulder stiffness. Pediatric consultations are available for children from elementary school age, with consultations sometimes available for younger children depending on symptoms. Vaccination and smoking cessation treatment are also provided, with referrals to appropriate medical facilities when advanced medical care or hospitalization is required. Parking is available, and English-language support is offered. Clinic hours are 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM in the morning and 1:30 PM to 5:30 PM in the afternoon, with closures on Thursday afternoons, Saturday afternoons, Sundays, and public holidays.