Shoji Surgery Clinic
About
Medical Corporation Soji Geka, located in Itami City Central, Hyogo Prefecture, is a clinic specializing in gastroenterology, surgery, orthopedics, and proctology, just a 3-minute walk from Itami Station on the Hankyu Itami Line. Since its founding in 1937 as a surgical hospital, it has provided community-based healthcare for over 80 years. The current director, Dr. Yasutsugu Soji, graduated from Hyogo Medical University in 1982 and spent many years researching and treating inflammatory bowel diseases such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease at Hyogo Medical University Hospital before becoming the third director in 2001. He holds multiple specialized certifications, including Japanese Surgical Society Certified Surgeon, Japanese Society of Gastroenterology Certified Gastroenterology Specialist, and Japanese Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Certified Endoscopist. The clinic handles everything from routine trauma, contusions, and sprains to specialized treatment for inflammatory bowel diseases. Notably, by-appointment outpatient services are offered every Tuesday afternoon, covering post-operative follow-up for inflammatory bowel diseases, cancer regional care pathways, and second opinions. The clinic also provides medical services in English, has parking facilities, and is barrier-free. Strong collaboration with local medical institutions and government agencies enables appropriate referrals to specialized facilities when needed.
