Aso Medical Center
About
Aso Medical Center, located in Aso City, Kumamoto Prefecture, serves as a core institution in regional healthcare. The hospital specializes in internal medicine, with outpatient services available only in the mornings (excluding some departments). Consultations are by appointment, with telephone reservations required in advance, except for emergencies and pediatrics. The hospital is closed on Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays, and during the New Year period. In April 2020, it was designated as a 'Kumamoto Prefecture Designated Cancer Care Collaboration Hub Hospital,' demonstrating its commitment to oncology. With support from specialists dispatched by Kumamoto University Hospital and affiliated institutions, the hospital has established a comprehensive cancer care system including outpatient chemotherapy, regimen review management, cancer boards, hospital-based cancer registration, a cancer consultation support center, a palliative care team, and the 'Egao' cancer salon. Additionally, the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery provides interdisciplinary cancer care integrating medical and dental services. The affiliated Hano Clinic offers internal medicine, surgery, diabetes and metabolic/endocrine medicine, neurology, neurosurgery, cardiology, orthopedics, and dental services. An on-site nursery, 'Suzuran,' is also available. English assistance is available, and credit cards and electronic payments are accepted. With parking facilities and barrier-free design, the hospital ensures accessibility for a wide range of patients. Health screenings, comprehensive medical checkups, and inpatient facilities are also provided, supporting community health from preventive care to hospitalization.
