Yamashita Internal Medicine Clinic
About
Located in Maminaka, Koryo-cho, Kitakatsuragi-gun, Nara Prefecture, Yamashita Naika Clinic has been providing community-based medical care since its establishment in 1992. The clinic director, Dr. Keizo Yamashita, graduated from Kinki University School of Medicine and subsequently trained in the Department of Cardiovascular Medicine at the same university, earning his Doctor of Medical Science degree. The clinic offers three specialties: Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, and Cardiovascular Medicine. It provides comprehensive care including treatment and prevention of lifestyle-related diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, and hyperlipidemia; management of atherosclerotic diseases like myocardial infarction and stroke; and treatment of acute infectious diseases in patients ranging from children to adults. The facility is equipped with diagnostic equipment including electrocardiography, 24-hour Holter monitoring, cardiac and abdominal ultrasound, chest and abdominal X-rays, and general blood tests, supporting the clinic's strength in cardiovascular care. The clinic also provides various vaccinations and specific health screenings. While prescriptions are primarily filled at the in-house pharmacy, the clinic flexibly accommodates requests for external prescriptions and generic medications. Operating hours are 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, with evening appointments available. The clinic is closed on Thursdays, Sundays, and public holidays. Facilities include an AED (Automated External Defibrillator), parking, and barrier-free access, with English-language services available. The clinic's philosophy emphasizes listening carefully to each patient and providing thorough explanations to ensure satisfactory treatment.
