Uchikura Orthopedics
About
Uchikura Orthopedic Clinic, located in Higashikaigan-kita, Chigasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture, is a community-focused clinic operated by Medical Corporation Gin no Zo. It offers a wide range of medical specialties including orthopedics, rehabilitation medicine, rheumatology, pediatric orthopedics, surgery, and internal medicine. Dr. Chozo Uchikura, the clinic director, holds multiple specialized qualifications including certification from the Japanese Orthopaedic Association as an orthopedic specialist, the Japanese Society for Surgery of the Hand as a hand surgery specialist, and the Japan College of Rheumatology as a rheumatology specialist. He is also active in sports medicine as a certified sports doctor by the Japan Sports Association and a medical committee member of the Japan Volleyball Association. A distinctive feature of the clinic's treatment philosophy is supporting patients' return to their desired daily lives, going beyond simply treating injuries and illnesses. Through patient-centered dialogue, the clinic helps individuals continue their preferred activities—such as exercise, hiking, and hobbies—while undergoing treatment. Consultation hours are 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM and 2:30 PM to 6:00 PM, with Tuesday afternoons ending at 5:00 PM. As of August 2025, both morning and afternoon sessions operate by appointment only. The clinic is closed on Thursdays, Sundays, national holidays, and Saturday afternoons. The facility includes a parking lot, is wheelchair accessible, and offers consultations in English. The clinic also actively works to improve patient convenience through online eligibility verification using My Number cards and prescribing generic medications when appropriate.
