Masanaga Internal Medicine & Masanaga Dental Clinic
About
Masanaga Internal Medicine & Masanaga Dental Clinic is a multi-specialty clinic located in Koda-cho, Aki-Takata City, Hiroshima Prefecture, conveniently situated just a 5-minute walk from Kōtachi Station on the JR Geibi Line. In addition to internal medicine, gastroenterology, cardiology, respiratory medicine, and pediatrics, the clinic also houses a dental department, enabling it to serve as a comprehensive regional medical hub capable of addressing a wide range of healthcare needs. Internal medicine consultations are available on weekdays from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM and from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM, and on Saturdays from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM. The dental department accepts patients from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Both departments are closed on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons, as well as on Sundays and public holidays. The clinic has been officially designated by local authorities as a "diagnosis and examination medical institution" for patients with fever, and is equipped to handle cases involving suspected infectious diseases. Emphasis is also placed on its role as a primary care provider, managing patients' medication regimens across multiple medical institutions and serving as a coordinator for referrals to specialists as well as nursing care, health, and welfare services. In terms of facilities, the clinic offers a 20-space parking lot along with a barrier-free environment that includes accessible restrooms and wheelchair accessibility. English-language services are available, allowing flexible communication for patients who require assistance in languages other than Japanese. The clinic also supports online eligibility verification using My Number Cards as health insurance cards, enabling consultations that draw on past prescription records and specific health checkup data.
