Shihoro National Health Insurance Hospital
About
Shihoro Town National Health Insurance Hospital, located in Shihoro Town, Kato District, Hokkaido, is a public medical institution that provides community-based healthcare with the goal of being "a hospital trusted by all local residents." Specializing in internal medicine, the hospital is situated close to the center of town—approximately a 9-minute walk or 3-minute drive from Shihoro Town Hall—making it conveniently accessible for the everyday medical needs of local residents. Regular consultation hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., with evening consultations also offered on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays (5:45 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.), accommodating those who find it difficult to visit during daytime hours due to work or other commitments. The hospital provides 24-hour emergency care, serving an important role as a facility that accepts urgent patients within the community. The facility is equipped with barrier-free amenities and ample parking, creating an accessible environment for those with physical disabilities or those arriving by car. Located approximately 40 minutes by car from Obihiro Station, the hospital can also be reached via Tokachi Bus routes or the town's community bus service. The hospital also actively promotes the use of generic medications, providing healthcare that supports local residents in reducing their medical expenses.