ClinicMedical Corp.
Katsume Ophthalmology Clinic
English OK
Kumamoto Uki City
About
Located in Misumi Town, Uki City, Kumamoto Prefecture, Katsume Eye Clinic is a community-based medical facility staffed by a board-certified ophthalmologist. Established in 1986, the clinic is conveniently accessible, being a 10-minute walk from Misumi Station on the JR Misumi Line and just a 1-minute walk from the "Misumi Shogakko Shita" bus stop, with parking for 20 vehicles also available. The clinic specializes in ophthalmology and is equipped with 5 hospital beds for inpatient care and surgical procedures. Dr. Yasuhiro Katsume, the clinic director, is a board-certified ophthalmologist affiliated with the Japanese Ophthalmological Society and provides consultation on a wide range of eye-related concerns. Consultation hours are weekday mornings from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM and afternoons from 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM, though Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday offer morning consultations only. Saturday morning consultations are also available, making it convenient for working patients. The clinic is closed on Sundays, public holidays, during the Obon period, and at year-end/New Year. A notable feature of the clinic is its commitment to home healthcare, offering house-call visits and in-home patient care, as well as collaboration with local hospitals and medical facilities. Additionally, the facility houses Misumi Contact Lens, providing contact lens-related services. The clinic is barrier-free and designed to accommodate patients using wheelchairs or those with mobility challenges. In case of emergencies, telephone support is available outside regular hours, including forwarding to the clinic director's mobile phone. Supporting ophthalmological care in the community, the clinic also offers services in English.
