Hiratsuka Orthopedics Clinic
About
Hiratsuka Orthopedic Clinic, located in Kikugaoka, Kokuraminami Ward, Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka Prefecture, is a community-based clinic specializing in orthopedics, rheumatology, and rehabilitation. In October 2021, the clinic changed its name from Ihara Orthopedic Clinic and continues to provide medical care under the direction of Dr. Norihiko Hiratsuka. Consultation hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 8:50 AM to 12:30 PM and 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM, while Wednesday and Saturday hours are 8:50 AM to 12:30 PM. The clinic is closed on Sundays and public holidays, as well as December 29 to January 3 for the New Year period and August 13 to 15 during the Bon holidays. The clinic enjoys excellent accessibility, located right in front of the Shitoku Danchi bus stop on the Nishitetsu Bus line, and an 8-minute walk from the south exit of Tokuriki Koudan-mae Station on the monorail. A parking lot with 25 spaces is available for those arriving by car. The facility is barrier-free, creating an accessible environment for patients of all ages. English-speaking services are available, allowing the clinic to serve not only local residents but also diverse patients. Safety measures include keeping windows open at all times for ventilation as part of COVID-19 prevention. The clinic also promotes the use of digital health insurance cards to ensure proper acquisition and utilization of medical information, supporting orthopedic healthcare in the community through these initiatives.
