Shimizu Pediatrics & Internal Medicine Clinic
About
Shimizu Pediatrics and Internal Medicine Clinic is a community-based clinic located in Kinoshita-cho, Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture, offering both pediatric and internal medicine services. Under the direction of Dr. Yoshitaka Shimizu, the clinic operates primarily on an appointment basis, enabling patients to receive care smoothly with minimal waiting time. Consultations are divided into three sessions — morning, afternoon, and evening — with evening hours extending until 7 PM, making the clinic accessible to those who find it difficult to visit during the day. In addition to general outpatient care, the clinic provides a wide range of services including four-month infant health checkups and vaccinations such as measles-rubella, Japanese encephalitis, and BCG, supporting the health management of patients from children to adults across the community. Tuesday afternoons are reserved exclusively for vaccinations and health checkups, kept separate from general consultations — a notable feature of this clinic. English-speaking support is available, allowing non-Japanese speakers to visit with confidence. The clinic also offers on-site parking for patients arriving by car. Serving as a primary care provider for the community, the clinic functions as a trusted everyday health consultation resource for residents of the Zeze area in Otsu City.