Kodama Pediatrics
About
Kodama Pediatric Clinic is a pediatric specialty clinic located in Kita-Oike, Iwade City, Wakayama Prefecture. The clinic's hours are 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM, closed on Sundays, public holidays, and during the New Year period. Tuesday morning appointments are temporarily suspended, except when the preceding Monday is a public holiday. Dr. Kazuhiko Kodama, the clinic director, focuses on pediatric primary care and emphasizes thorough communication during consultations, including explaining the outlook of illnesses, criteria for follow-up visits, home care guidance such as dietary recommendations, infection control, and preventive measures for vaccinations and hygiene. A key feature of the clinic is its commitment to proposing home care based on scientific evidence. Dr. Kodama is also active in academic work, having authored a comprehensive article on pediatric home care for the medical journal 'Child Health,' and has edited and written books on adolescent care, demonstrating expertise across a wide age range from childhood through adolescence. The clinic offers English-language services and has parking available, making car visits convenient. Highly regarded by local healthcare professionals, it is a pediatric clinic known for its thorough physical examinations and clear communication.
