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Hokkaido University Hospital
English OK
Hokkaido Sapporo City
About
Hokkaido University Hospital is a national university-affiliated general hospital located at Kita 14-jo Nishi 5-chome, Kita-ku, Sapporo. Affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at Hokkaido University, the hospital serves as a cornerstone of regional healthcare, fulfilling three missions: education, research, and clinical care. It offers a broad range of medical departments, including internal medicine, where specialists in each field provide treatment based on the latest medical knowledge. The hospital's research activities are particularly vigorous, with ongoing advanced medical studies such as clinical trials targeting pediatric cancers with BRAF gene mutations and wastewater surveillance to assess the prevalence of infectious diseases. The hospital also plays an active role in medical education, including training programs for healthcare professionals led by obstetricians, and proactively disseminates information through media appearances and academic presentations. English-language consultations are available, ensuring the hospital can accommodate the diverse needs of patients. The facilities are fully barrier-free, providing a safe and comfortable environment for individuals with physical disabilities or those using wheelchairs. On-site parking is available, making the hospital easily accessible by private vehicle. Clinical services are primarily offered on weekdays, with the hospital closed on weekends, public holidays, and during the year-end and New Year period.
