Hirose ENT Clinic
About
Hirose ENT Clinic, located in Uedanaka-cho, Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, is a medical clinic specializing in otorhinolaryngology (Ear, Nose, and Throat). The clinic conducts antigen testing for COVID-19 and influenza and is equipped with a fever-dedicated room to strengthen its infectious disease response. This fever consultation room guides patients with fevers to private rooms through a separate entrance from the general area, allowing for rapid testing within the room and creating an environment that reduces the risk of hospital-acquired infections. The clinic has introduced the AI influenza test "nodoca," which allows for diagnosis simply by capturing a throat image without inserting a swab into the nose, making it easier for children and those uncomfortable with nasal examinations to visit. Additionally, the clinic is equipped with a low-dose CT scanner dedicated to the ear and nose, with radiation exposure kept to the same level as a chest X-ray. Since imaging confirmation and result explanations can be provided immediately after the scan, treatment can begin on the same day. The clinic accepts credit cards, debit cards, and electronic payments, and offers access to a free parking lot shared with Sankyo Drug. The facility also features barrier-free accessibility and can provide services in English. Clinic hours are 9:00-12:00 and 14:30-18:00, and the clinic is closed on Sundays, holidays, and during the New Year period.