Shoda Clinic
About
Located in Minamimachi, Amakusa City, Kumamoto Prefecture, Shoda Clinic is a community-oriented clinic specializing in internal medicine. It is conveniently accessible, approximately a 3-minute drive from Amakusa Hon Port and a 2-3 minute walk from Hondo Bus Center, with parking available for those arriving by car. The clinic provides internal medicine services, addressing a wide range of conditions from common symptoms such as colds and fevers to the management of lifestyle-related diseases. The medical director is a board-certified general internal medicine specialist accredited by the Japanese Society of Internal Medicine, ensuring high-quality care that meets local healthcare needs. Clinic hours are 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM in the morning and 1:30 PM to 5:00 PM in the afternoon, with closures on Sundays, national holidays, Golden Week, the Obon period, and the New Year holidays. The clinic offers various health examinations including statutory health checkups and pre-employment health screenings, as well as vaccinations, smoking cessation counseling, home visits, and home healthcare. For lifestyle-related diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and dyslipidemia, the clinic provides specialized and comprehensive treatment management tailored to each patient's condition. The facility is barrier-free and supports online identity verification using My Number cards. The clinic places strong emphasis on infection control, receiving the outpatient infection control improvement add-on, with measures including hand sanitizer stations, partition screens, staff temperature checks and mask requirements, and thorough ventilation and disinfection. Additionally, as a designated Type 2 Cooperative Medical Institution, the clinic is prepared to treat febrile patients at the request of local authorities during emerging infectious disease outbreaks. With English-language support available, the clinic serves a diverse range of patients.
