Hirata Clinic
About
Hirata Clinic, located in Tajiri, Oita City, Oita Prefecture, is a medical facility specializing in internal medicine while also providing gastroenterology and proctology services. The clinic's most notable feature is its advanced endoscopic examination system in the field of gastroenterology. Guided by the philosophy of "not letting patients die from treatable cancer," the clinic performs approximately 3,000 endoscopic examinations annually, dedicated to early detection and early treatment. The clinic utilizes endoscopes equipped with NBI (Narrow Band Imaging) technology, which enhances visualization of minute mucosal blood vessels and tumor patterns to ensure even small lesions are not overlooked, enabling precise diagnosis in both gastroscopy and colonoscopy procedures. Consultation hours are from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM in the morning and 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM in the afternoon, offering flexible scheduling on weekdays. The clinic is closed on Sundays, public holidays, Golden Week, the Obon period, and New Year's holidays. For patient convenience, the clinic accepts credit cards and electronic payments, and features a parking lot. The facility is also barrier-free, with accommodations for wheelchair access. English-speaking services are available, making the clinic accessible to a diverse patient population. Additionally, the clinic offers online consultations and a smartphone-based pre-examination questionnaire system, as well as health checkups, comprehensive medical examinations, and vaccinations. Known as a facility contributing to regional healthcare, it provides services ranging from detailed examinations for gastrointestinal diseases to preventive medicine.
