Shima Remote Area Clinic
About
Located within the Shima Onsen area in Nakanojo Town, Agatsuma District, Gunma Prefecture, Shima Hekichi Clinic is a remote medical facility serving the healthcare needs of local residents and visitors to the hot spring area. The clinic specializes in internal medicine and is equipped with comprehensive medical equipment including X-ray machines, 12-lead ECG, upper gastrointestinal endoscopy, and ultrasound devices, enabling a wide range of examinations and treatments despite its remote location. Operating hours are 8:45 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 5:15 PM, with telephone reservations required for afternoon appointments. As the clinic operates with a single physician, it is closed on Wednesdays for training, and monthly clinic schedules are published, making it advisable to check before visiting. English language support is available, and the facility features parking and barrier-free architecture, creating an accessible environment for various visitors. The clinic has implemented an online eligibility verification system and actively promotes the use of generic medicines, demonstrating consideration for reducing patient burden. Despite its location in a mountainous hot spring area, this facility serves as a reliable hub for regional healthcare.
