Clinic
Matsushima Ophthalmology Clinic
English OK
Ibaraki Hitachinaka City
About
Matsushima Eye Clinic, located in Sasano-cho, Hitachinaka City, Ibaraki Prefecture, is an ophthalmology specialty clinic with a history dating back to its founding in Mito City in 1893. Since relocating to its current location and opening in 1991, the clinic has provided ophthalmic care rooted in the local community. Currently, Dr. Chiaki Matsushima, a PhD and certified ophthalmologist by the Japan Ophthalmological Society, serves as director. The clinic offers a wide range of services, including general ophthalmology such as styes and conjunctivitis, diagnosis and monitoring of cataracts and glaucoma, eyeglass and contact lens prescriptions, pediatric ophthalmology, orthokeratology, vitreoretinal diseases, and diabetic eye examinations. Dr. Matsushima specialized in retinal diseases during her time at university hospitals, offering advanced care based on her expertise. She is also known for her careful explanations and attentive listening to patients. The clinic is equipped with OCT, automated perimeter, and Spot Vision Screener, ensuring a high-precision diagnostic environment. In addition to weekday morning and afternoon clinics, Saturday consultations are available until 5 PM, making it accessible for busy individuals. The facility features 20 parking spaces, is barrier-free, and offers English-language services. When specialized treatment is deemed necessary, the clinic has established a referral network with nearby medical institutions including University of Tsukuba Hospital and Tokyo Medical University Ibaraki Medical Center, serving both as a primary care provider and as a bridge to specialized medical care.
