Kishimoto Clinic
About
Located about a 5-minute walk from Hankyu Nigawa Station in Takarazuka City, Hyogo Prefecture, Kishimoto Clinic is an internal medicine clinic where the medical director, a certified diabetes specialist and general internal medicine specialist, provides care. A major feature of the clinic is its focus on specialized treatment for lifestyle-related diseases, particularly diabetes. The clinic offers treatment for chronic conditions such as hypertension, dyslipidemia, and diabetes, drawing on the director's expertise as a specialist. The director holds a Doctor of Medical Science degree from Osaka University and is a Japan Diabetes Society-certified diabetes training instructor, possessing extensive specialized knowledge and experience. The clinic covers a wide range of specialties including internal medicine, diabetology, gastroenterology, cardiology, metabolic endocrinology, and pediatrics, serving patients from children to the elderly as a family physician. It also provides specific health checkups, various cancer screenings, and vaccinations, serving as a community primary care provider. Clinic hours are 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, with Wednesday and Saturday afternoons, Sundays, and holidays closed. The clinic offers English-language support and is equipped with parking and barrier-free facilities. Another strength is its collaborative network with numerous medical institutions, including Osaka University Hospital, Hyogo Medical University Hospital, and the National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center, enabling referrals to specialized facilities when necessary. The clinic actively works to improve convenience through initiatives such as cashless payment and a queue management system.
