Teshima Kodomo no Mori Clinic

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Teshima Children's Forest Clinic, located in Hiji Town, Hayami District, Oita Prefecture, is a pediatric specialty medical facility that opened in 2003. The clinic provides treatment for children's illnesses, injuries, and burns, and also offers health consultations and child-rearing advice. Consultation hours are 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM on weekdays, with Sundays and public holidays closed. The clinic places emphasis on vaccination as preventive medicine, offering routine immunizations such as measles-rubella and Japanese encephalitis. In terms of diagnostic equipment, the clinic is equipped with abdominal ultrasound, which is actively used for diagnosing intussusception and appendicitis, as well as for kidney examinations as screening for urinary tract infections and abnormal urinalysis findings. Cardiac ultrasound screening for serious diseases is also performed. When hospitalization or specialized care is needed, a referral system to partner hospitals such as Beppu Medical Center, Tsurumi Hospital, and Oita Prefectural Hospital is in place. The clinic has parking facilities and is barrier-free, accommodating visits with strollers and wheelchairs. English-speaking services are available, creating an environment where not only local residents but a wide range of patients can receive care with peace of mind. The clinic is committed to working with parents to protect children's health and support the local community's well-being.

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