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Fukushima Prefectural Minamiaidzу Hospital
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Fukushima Minamiaizu Town
About
Located in Minamiaizu Town, Minamiaizu District, Fukushima Prefecture, Fukushima Prefectural Minamiaizu Hospital is a public hospital operated by Fukushima Prefecture. Specializing in internal medicine, it functions as a core facility supporting medical care in the Minamiaizu region. One of the hospital's notable features is its well-established English language support, providing an environment where patients unfamiliar with Japanese can consult with confidence. The official website is structured in multiple languages—English, Chinese, Korean, and Japanese—making it easy for patients from diverse backgrounds to verify necessary information in advance. As part of infection control measures, an outdoor fever clinic has been established for patients with fever or sore throat, showing consideration for preventing the spread of infection within the hospital. The facility adopts barrier-free design, allowing wheelchair users and those with physical concerns to use the services without inconvenience. Despite its mountainous location, the hospital is equipped with parking, making it accessible by private vehicle. Billing supports credit cards and electronic payments, allowing for flexible cashless payments. The facility is actively engaged in improving the quality and efficiency of medical services, including promoting the use of generic drugs and establishing a medical DX promotion system. Medical consultations are available on weekdays only; the hospital is closed on weekends, holidays, and year-end and New Year holidays.
