Ohira Clinic Cardiology Internal Medicine
About
Located in Kajimachi, Hanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture, Ohira Clinic is a clinic specializing in cardiology and internal medicine operated by the medical corporation Shinkikai. Director Masateru Ohira is a board-certified cardiologist by the Japanese Circulation Society and also holds certification as a specialist in internal medicine from the Japanese Society of Internal Medicine. Since opening, the clinic has provided extensive care for cardiovascular and internal medicine conditions for local residents. The clinic prioritizes providing detailed explanations about treatment policies and comprehensive health checkup results to help patients fully understand their health conditions. For lifestyle disease management, the clinic has a system where doctors and nurses review dietary habits and exercise routines to create individualized treatment plans, with long-term prescriptions of 28 days or more available when necessary. Consultation hours are Monday, Tuesday, and Friday for both morning and afternoon sessions (9:00 AM–12:30 PM, 2:00 PM–5:30 PM), Wednesday with extended hours until 7:00 PM, and Saturday mornings only. The clinic is proactive about infection control, maintaining dedicated separate spaces for feverish patients and suspected infectious disease cases to prevent contact with general consultations. The facility has established collaborative relationships with the local medical association and core hospitals. The clinic is designated as a Type II Designated Medical Institution by the local government and is equipped to respond to emerging infectious diseases. English language services are available, and the clinic provides parking and barrier-free facilities, creating an accessible environment for diverse patients.
