Asahimachi Clinic
About
Asahimachi Clinic, operated by Medical Corporation Seiwakai, is an internal medicine clinic located in Suzaka City, Nagano Prefecture. Officially specializing in internal medicine, respiratory medicine, and gastroenterology, it serves as a primary care facility for the local community's day-to-day health management. The clinic is led by Dr. Hiroyuki Kobayashi and is a member of the Sugata Medical Association, playing an integral role in the regional healthcare network that covers Suzaka City, Obuse Town, Takayama Village, and the Wakaba district of Nagano City. Operating hours are 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM and 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, with Wednesday and Saturday afternoons, Sundays, and public holidays closed. The facility offers parking and is barrier-free, creating an accessible environment for a wide range of patients. Notably, English-language services are available. Regarding infection control, the clinic continues to implement measures against hospital-acquired infections even after COVID-19 was reclassified to Category 5, advising patients with fever or cold symptoms to call ahead before visiting. It is a community-based internal medicine clinic serving as a familiar healthcare provider for local residents.
