Joetsu Hokuriku Eye Clinic

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Joetsu Hokuriku Eye Clinic, located in Imaizumi, Joetsu City, Niigata Prefecture, is a specialized ophthalmology clinic that opened in May 2015. Director Yuki Yaguchi is a board-certified ophthalmologist by the Japanese Ophthalmological Society, having trained at multiple medical institutions including the Department of Ophthalmology at Tokyo Dental University Ichikawa General Hospital and Kanazawa Medical University. The clinic serves as a community eye doctor, treating patients of all ages. Services range from general ophthalmology to same-day cataract surgery, vitreous surgery, laser treatment for diabetic retinopathy, diagnosis and treatment of age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma care, pediatric eye examinations, and eyeglass and contact lens prescriptions. Surgical statistics are published annually on the official website, with 227 cataract surgeries, 8 vitreous surgeries, and 56 intravitreal injections performed in fiscal year 2024, demonstrating a consistent surgical volume. For infection control, multiple ozone air purifiers and high-performance air purifiers dedicated to the operating room have been installed, emphasizing hygiene management within the facility. English-language support is available, and credit cards and electronic payments are accepted. The clinic offers parking and features barrier-free design, ensuring accessibility. A collaborative system with advanced medical institutions such as university hospitals is also in place, with referrals to appropriate facilities when necessary.

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