Nishikawa Clinic

About

Located in Konan-cho, Higashinada Ward, Kobe City, Nishikawa Clinic is a community-based medical facility offering comprehensive care primarily in internal medicine, gastroenterology, and general surgery. The internal medicine department handles everything from common colds and lifestyle-related diseases such as hypertension to allergic conditions. The gastroenterology department addresses symptoms like abdominal pain, stomach pain, and diarrhea, and also performs gastroscopy and abdominal ultrasound examinations. The surgery department treats injuries and burns, as well as acute and chronic pain in the neck, shoulders, lower back, and knees. The clinic also features a rehabilitation department, offering pain treatment using medical equipment, including treatment for acute lower back pain. In terms of examinations and vaccinations, the clinic provides various immunizations including influenza, pneumococcal, and shingles vaccines, as well as Kobe City's lung cancer screening, hepatitis testing, and specific health checkups. The clinic also offers specific health checkups and guidance (metabolic syndrome screenings) and general health examinations including pre-employment medical checks, demonstrating a strong commitment to preventive healthcare. For patients who have difficulty visiting the clinic, regular home visits and home healthcare services are available, with monthly visits ranging from one to four times. The clinic can accommodate English-speaking patients and is equipped with parking facilities and barrier-free access, creating an accessible environment for diverse patients. Consultation hours are from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, with the clinic closed on Sundays, public holidays, year-end/New Year, and Bon holidays. Emphasizing collaboration with nearby hospitals, this medical institution serves as a primary care provider supporting the health of the local community.