Idichi Ophthalmology
About
Located in Kokubufuchu-cho, Kirishima City, Kagoshima Prefecture, Idichi Eye Clinic is an ophthalmology specialty clinic rooted in the local community. The clinic director graduated from Kyorin University School of Medicine and, after gaining medical research experience at university and national hospitals, established the practice in 1994. The director holds both an ophthalmology specialist certification and a medical doctorate. One distinctive feature of the clinic is its early commitment to low vision care in the prefecture. Experienced orthoptists are on staff, providing training tailored to each patient's individual condition. Additionally, specialists from Kagoshima University Hospital visit regularly for consultations, and as a university hospital affiliated institution, the clinic offers treatment methods appropriate for each condition after consultation. In addition to general ophthalmology, the clinic performs surgeries and home visits (by appointment), and handles various types of contact lenses. A pharmacy is attached to the clinic, allowing patients to receive medications at the time of payment after their examination. The facility is equipped with parking and is wheelchair accessible, with English language support available. Consulting hours are weekday mornings from 9:00 to 12:30, afternoons from 2:30 or 4:00 to 6:00 depending on the day, and Saturdays from 9:00 to noon and 1:00 to 3:00. The clinic is closed on Sundays, holidays, Thursday afternoons, and during the Bon period and New Year holidays. The director holds positions including board member of the Kagoshima Low Vision Society, designated physician for specified chronic pediatric diseases, and certified physician for visual and physical disability assessment, continuing to contribute to regional healthcare.
