Showa Medical University Dental Hospital Internal Medicine Clinic
About
Showa University Dental Hospital Internal Medicine Clinic, located in Kitasenzaku, Ota-ku, Tokyo, is a clinic that handles a wide range of medical conditions as the only internal medicine department within the dental hospital. First-time appointments are accepted weekdays from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM, and follow-up visits until 4:00 PM. The clinic is closed on Saturdays. Two internal medicine physicians and one nurse provide care, with doctors holding specialist qualifications in internal medicine and cardiology offering comprehensive treatment from their respective perspectives. Emphasizing primary care, the clinic covers a broad range of general internal medicine including cardiovascular, respiratory, allergic, endocrine and metabolic, and gastrointestinal diseases, as well as managing chronic pain in the dental field and offering smoking cessation services. Specialized examinations such as 24-hour Holter ECG, exercise ECG, and apnea monitors are performed. For cases requiring advanced testing, the clinic has established a system to facilitate smooth referrals and appointments with Showa University Hospital. Led by Department Chief Koichi Ando, the staff supports treatment from a medical perspective in collaboration with various dental departments and refers patients to Showa University Hospital when more specialized care is needed. In addition to English language support, the clinic accepts credit cards, debit cards, and electronic payments, and is equipped with parking and barrier-free facilities.
