Yamakawa Gastroenterology Clinic
About
Yamakawa Gastroenterology Clinic, located in Tarumi Ward, Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture, specializes in the early detection and treatment of gastrointestinal diseases. Dr. Makoto Yamakawa, the clinic director, holds multiple specialist certifications including from the Japanese Society of Gastroenterology, the Japan Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Society, and the Japanese Society of Gastroenterological Surgery. After gaining 13 years of experience in gastrointestinal surgery at Sano Hospital in Tarumi Ward, he established this clinic in 2008. The clinic offers gastroenterology, surgery, and proctology services. For gastric and colonoscopy examinations, the latest Olympus system (EVIS LUCERA ELITE) and transnasal endoscopes have been introduced, enabling precise examinations using Narrow Band Imaging (NBI) and dye spraying methods. For ultrasound examinations, the high-quality Xario 100 is used for diagnosis of the liver, gallbladder, pancreas, and kidneys. The clinic performs same-day polypectomy and atheroma removal, Helicobacter pylori diagnosis and eradication therapy, as well as sclerotherapy with Zione injection and stoma care for anal diseases. Carbon dioxide insufflation has been introduced for colonoscopy to reduce patient discomfort. The clinic also emphasizes staff expertise, with nurses obtaining qualifications as endoscope technicians and Kampo coordinators. Multilingual support in English, Korean, and other languages is available, and the facility is barrier-free. The clinic also handles lifestyle-related diseases such as hypertension and diabetes, various health checkups, and vaccinations, serving as a comprehensive primary care provider for the community.
