Matsuo Dermatology Clinic

About

Matsuo Dermatology Clinic is a dermatology practice located along National Route 180 in Soja City, Okayama Prefecture, just steps from the Soja Elementary School bus stop. Originally established in 1945 as Matsuo Ophthalmology Clinic, it relocated to its current site in 1976 and was renamed Medical Corporation Meitokukai Matsuo Dermatology Clinic in 1997. The clinic celebrated its 49th anniversary at the current location in 2025, making it a long-established medical institution deeply rooted in the community. The current director, Dr. Akiko Sugata, holds a doctorate in medicine from Kawasaki Medical University and is a board-certified dermatologist recognized by the Japanese Dermatological Association. The clinic treats a broad range of skin conditions, including atopic dermatitis, hand eczema and other forms of eczema and dermatitis, urticaria, acne, athlete's foot, onychomycosis, burns, and alopecia areata. Specialized examinations and treatments are also available, such as narrowband UVB phototherapy, patch testing, and prick testing, as well as minor surgical procedures under local anesthesia. Self-pay services include VHO ingrown nail wire correction with minimal discomfort, chemical peeling, and IPL treatment for facial redness. Consultation hours are 9:00–12:00 in the morning and 15:00–18:00 in the afternoon, with Saturday afternoon hours ending at 17:00. The clinic is closed on Thursdays, Sundays, and public holidays. No advance appointment is required; patients are seen in walk-in order, making it easy to access care. English-language assistance is available, and parking is provided on-site. When advanced diagnostic testing or specialized treatment is needed, referrals to university hospitals or general hospitals are arranged, reflecting the clinic's commitment to appropriate medical coordination based on each patient's condition.