Watanabe Clinic
About
Watanabe Clinic, located in Kashiwamachi, Nagaoka City, Niigata Prefecture, is a conveniently situated medical clinic approximately a 10-minute walk from Nagaoka Station Oteguchi on the JR Shinetsu Main Line, along the Minami Chuo-dori. The clinic specializes in internal medicine, general surgery, and neurosurgery, serving as a community primary care facility offering comprehensive medical services. Internal medicine covers general consultations for colds, infectious diseases, skin conditions, various vaccinations, and specific health screenings, while general surgery treats everyday injuries such as trauma, contusions, sprains, and burns. Additionally, as a neurosurgery specialty, the clinic provides diagnosis and treatment for brain and nerve-related symptoms including headaches, dizziness, numbness, limb weakness, and slurred speech. A notable feature is that both Dr. Masao Watanabe and Dr. Hideaki Watanabe, the clinic directors, hold certifications as Neurosurgical Specialists from the Japan Neurosurgical Society. The clinic emphasizes health consultations and preventive guidance for lifestyle-related diseases, with a patient-centered approach that has earned strong community support. With English-speaking capabilities and barrier-free facilities, the clinic provides an accessible environment for diverse patients.
