Shin-Kitakyushu Kidney Clinic
About
Shin-Kitakyushu Kidney Clinic, located in Kokuraminami Ward, Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka Prefecture, is a specialized clinic focusing on kidney disease. The clinic offers a broad range of medical services, including general kidney disease (including diabetic nephropathy), hemodialysis and other blood purification therapies, hypertension, diabetes, and general internal medicine, contributing to the enrichment of community healthcare. One of the clinic's primary focuses is dialysis prevention. Under a team-based medical care model involving nurses, dietitians, pharmacists, clinical laboratory technicians, and clinical engineers, the clinic has established a "Renal Function Improvement Outpatient Service" to support patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) in avoiding the need for dialysis. This outpatient service, which provides thorough guidance not only to patients but also to their families, is recognized as one of the rare initiatives of its kind nationwide. The clinic has also established a cooperative framework with major nearby hospitals, including Kitakyushu General Hospital, Kokura Memorial Hospital, and Kyushu Rosai Hospital, enabling smooth referrals and collaboration when needed. The facility features seismic design capable of withstanding earthquakes of lower 6 on the Japanese intensity scale, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for patients undergoing long-duration dialysis treatments. English-language support, ample parking, and barrier-free facilities are also available, creating an environment that accommodates the diverse needs of patients.
