Miyako Town Yamabiko Clinic
About
Miyako-machi Yamabiko Clinic is a public medical facility located in the Irahara district of the mountainous area of Miyako-machi, Kyoto-gun, Fukuoka Prefecture, approximately 15 minutes by car from the Saigawa branch office. The clinic serves the everyday medical needs of local residents, with internal medicine as its primary department. Consultations are available mainly Monday through Friday, with orthopedic services also offered on Saturdays. Morning hours run from 9:00 to 12:00, and afternoon hours from 13:30 to 17:00. The clinic is closed on Wednesday and Saturday afternoons, as well as on Sundays and public holidays. Please note that on Monday afternoons, the physician may be unavailable due to house call visits. A broad range of diagnostic services is offered, including urinalysis, blood tests, electrocardiograms (ECG), ultrasound examinations, X-rays, and bone density measurements. Specific health checkups and various vaccinations—including influenza, pneumococcal, and cervical cancer vaccines—are also provided. English-language assistance is available, and the facility is equipped with parking and barrier-free access for added convenience. The clinic has also introduced the My Number Card-based online eligibility verification system, enabling the use of patients' medical history and medication information to support higher-quality care. As a familiar family doctor supporting life in a mountainous community, this clinic plays a vital role in local healthcare.
