Kato Internal Medicine, Surgery & Orthopedics Clinic
About
Located in Minami Showa-cho, Nishinomiya City, Hyogo Prefecture, Kato Internal Medicine, Surgery & Orthopedics Clinic has served as a community primary care facility since its establishment in 2008, offering comprehensive care in internal medicine, surgery, and orthopedics. The clinic has introduced the state-of-the-art 16-slice multi-detector CT scanner 'SupriaAdvance,' capable of diagnosing cerebrovascular diseases, chest and abdominal conditions, and subtle fractures. High-speed imaging reduces examination time, and advanced radiation dose reduction technology is also featured. Additionally, the facility is equipped with a DEXA bone densitometry system useful for early detection of osteoporosis, enabling precise measurement of lumbar and femoral bone density in just a few minutes. In orthopedics, the clinic has introduced the Accuras ultrasound fracture healing device, offering a treatment method said to reduce healing time for fresh fractures by approximately 40%, along with one-on-one exercise programs conducted by physical therapists as locomotor rehabilitation. Rehabilitation equipment including low-frequency therapy devices, traction units, and waterbed massagers is also well-stocked. Consultation hours are 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, with Wednesday and Saturday mornings only, and the clinic is closed on Sundays and holidays. English interpretation is available, and the facility is equipped with parking and barrier-free access while actively promoting healthcare digital transformation initiatives.
