Nishi-Akashi Okamoto Clinic
About
Located in Nishiakashi Kitamachi, Akashi City, Hyogo Prefecture, Nishiakashi Okamoto Clinic is an internal medicine clinic that opened in April 2025. Established as a branch of Okamoto Clinic in Harima Town, Kako District, it provides specialized medical care focusing on nephrology and hemodialysis. The clinic director holds numerous specialist qualifications including Kidney Specialist and Supervising Physician from the Japanese Society of Nephrology, Dialysis Specialist and Supervising Physician from the Japanese Society for Dialysis Therapy, as well as General Internal Medicine Specialist, Surgical Specialist, and Gastroenterology Specialist, enabling comprehensive care for a wide range of conditions. A major feature of the clinic is its comprehensive coverage of renal replacement therapies, from early detection and treatment of chronic kidney disease to hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and "hybrid dialysis" combining both. For patients desiring kidney transplantation, the clinic provides detailed explanations of treatment options and referrals to appropriate medical facilities. As a general internal medicine practice, it addresses common health concerns including lifestyle diseases, infections, and gastrointestinal disorders, and also functions as a designated medical institution for intractable diseases. For conditions beyond its scope, the clinic maintains collaborative relationships with nearby general hospitals such as Akashi Medical Center and Kobe University Hospital. The clinic offers English-language services, accepts credit cards and electronic payments, and provides parking and barrier-free facilities.
