Okhotsk Ophthalmology Clinic
About
Located in Kitashincho, Kitami City, Hokkaido, Okhotsk Eye Clinic is a specialized ophthalmology clinic serving the Okhotsk region. Clinic Director Dr. Akihiro Ishihazawa spent 10 years at Asahikawa Medical University Hospital, engaging in clinical practice, surgery, and research across a wide range of ophthalmological conditions including retinal diseases, cataracts, and glaucoma. In 2018, he studied in Boston, USA, and continues to conduct educational and awareness activities as an OCTA (Optical Coherence Tomography Angiography) specialist both domestically and internationally. After accumulating experience in over 3,000 surgeries as Chief of Ophthalmology at Kitami Red Cross Hospital, he established this clinic. The clinic is equipped with cutting-edge medical equipment comparable to university hospitals, offering outpatient cataract surgery and outpatient vitreoretinal surgery. While maintaining an advanced surgical system capable of handling complex cases, the clinic ensures prompt response even for areas outside its expertise through collaboration with Asahikawa Medical University and Red Cross Hospital. Appointments are available Monday through Saturday (mornings only on Saturdays). The clinic provides in-house prescribing, allowing patients to receive medications immediately after consultation or surgery. Various payment methods are accepted including credit cards, electronic money, and QR code payments. The facility features over 30 parking spaces and barrier-free equipment. English-language service is available.
