Matsumae Town Matsumae Hospital
About
Matsumae Municipal Matsumae Hospital, located in Matsumae-cho, Matsumae-gun, Hokkaido, is a public hospital serving as a regional hub facility with a primary focus on internal medicine. Under the guiding philosophy of becoming "a more trusted and beloved hospital," it functions as a core medical institution serving the surrounding area, including the Matsumae Peninsula. One of the hospital's key areas of focus is hemodialysis, with a dedicated dialysis unit providing continuous treatment in accordance with scheduled dialysis programs. The hospital is also actively engaged in the education of resident physicians and medical students, working to develop practice-ready general practitioners through a program called "General Medicine Specialty Training - Matsumae Juku." Regular "General Medicine Skill-Up Lectures" are held as well, offering practical learning opportunities to resident physicians and trainees engaged in community medicine training. In terms of facilities, the hospital is fully barrier-free, ensuring an accessible environment for elderly patients and those with physical disabilities. On-site parking is available, making the hospital conveniently accessible by car. English-language assistance is provided, with support in place for patients who are not proficient in Japanese. Outpatient services are available on weekdays only; the hospital is closed on weekends, public holidays, and during the year-end and New Year period (December 31 to January 5), so patients are advised to confirm the clinic schedule in advance before visiting.
