Ohana Kodomo Clinic Akabane
About
Located in Akabane Nishi, Kita-ku, Tokyo, Ohana Children's Clinic is a pediatric clinic where pediatricians provide care. The clinic's name "Ohana" comes from the Hawaiian word meaning "people connected around family," and the clinic aims to serve as a trusted "family doctor" supporting children's growth and development. The clinic accepts patients from newborns to junior high school students, including those with underlying conditions or NICU experience. The director specializes in pediatric endocrine disorders and offers consultations regarding height, weight, and puberty progression. English-language services are available, ensuring that patients from diverse backgrounds can receive care with confidence. The waiting area and examination rooms are separated by infectious and non-infectious zones, with dedicated isolation examination rooms, reflecting careful infection control measures. Online appointment and pre-consultation systems have been introduced to minimize waiting times. The clinic opens at 8:30 AM on weekdays and alternate Sundays, with vaccinations, Synagis administration, and infant health checkups available during consultation hours. The clinic values collaboration with higher-level medical facilities and related institutions, with a system in place for appropriate referrals when necessary.
