Aomori Prefectural Central Hospital
- Languages
- EnglishArabicSpanishFrench+6
- Support
- 24-hour ERInterpreterCoordinator
- Departments
- Neurology, Orthopedics, Dentistry +3
Prefectural hub for international patients
Hirosaki University Hospital
弘前大学医学部附属病院
Prefectural hub for international patients
Hirosaki University Hospital is a hospital in Aomori Prefecture listed by Japan's Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare as accepting international patients, designated by the prefecture as a hub for international patients. Languages available: English and Chinese. Departments include neurology, orthopedics, and dentistry.
At a glance
- Languages spoken
- English · Chinese
- Type
- Hospital
- Emergency care
- Tertiary emergency care (critical care center: life-threatening cases)
- Fees for international patients
- ¥30 per insurance point
Departments and languages: Emergency medicine: EN Internal medicine: EN Surgery: EN Pediatrics: EN Psychiatry: EN Dermatology: EN Neurosurgery: EN Urology: EN Orthopedics: EN Ophthalmology: EN ENT: EN Obstetrics: EN Gynecology: EN Dentistry: EN,ZH その他: EN
| International patient office | — |
|---|---|
| Medical coordinator | — |
| Medical interpreter on site | — |
| Remote interpreting | — |
| Other languages | translation app, translation device による対応: EN,ZH,KO等／要事前連絡 |
| Address | 53 Honcho, Hirosaki, Aomori 青森県弘前市本町５３番地 |
|---|---|
| Medical area | 201 津軽地域 |
| Tel | 0172-33-5111 |
| Hours | 土, Sun 日， holidays ，振替休日及び年末年始 (12月29日–1月3日)は closed 。 初診, 再来新患 (長期間受診のない患者)の受付時間は10時30分まで。 ※1 診療科により初診日が異なります。 ※2 紹介状の持参及び事前の予約が必要です。 ※3 専門 outpatient の診療日及び診療時間は初診, 再来と異なる場合が Available ます。 詳しくは本院ホームページをご覧いただくか，各科 outpatient 受付へお尋ねください。 |
| Official website | med.hirosaki-u.ac.jp |
| Cards accepted | JCB, NICOS, UFJ, DC, VISA, MasterCard, ﾀﾞｲﾅｰｽｸﾗﾌﾞ, ｱﾒﾘｶﾝ, ｴｷｽﾌﾟﾚｽ, MUFGCARD |
| Fees for international patients | ¥30 per insurance point (the standard rate is ¥10). Patients without Japanese insurance are charged at this rate. |
Hours, payment methods and support notes come from the Japanese government list; common terms are translated automatically. Check details with the hospital.
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- Languages
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- Support
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- Departments
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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Can I be seen in a language other than Japanese at Hirosaki University Hospital?
Yes. The official list records support in English and Chinese. Support can vary by department and time of day, so call ahead to confirm.
Is Hirosaki University Hospital open 24 hours or for emergencies?
It provides tertiary emergency care (critical care center: life-threatening cases). Regular hours: 土・日曜日，祝日，振替休日及び年末年始（１２月２９日～１月３日）は休診。 初診・再来新患（長期間受診のない患者）の受付時間は１０時３０分まで。 ※１ 診療科により初診日が異なります。 ※２ 紹介状の持参及び事前の予約が必要です。 ※３ 専門外来の診療日及び診療時間は初診・再来と異なる場合があります。 詳しくは本院ホームページをご覧いただくか，各科外来受付へお尋ねください。. In a life-threatening emergency, call 119 for an ambulance.
What if I do not have Japanese health insurance?
You pay the full cost yourself. Bring travel insurance documents if you have them, and ask for an estimate at reception before treatment. This hospital lists a charge of 3× the standard fee schedule for uninsured international patients.
How do I contact Hirosaki University Hospital or find it?
Phone: 0172-33-5111. Address: 53 Honcho, Hirosaki, Aomori. Official website: https://www.med.hirosaki-u.ac.jp/hospital/index.html.
Which specialties does Hirosaki University Hospital list for international patients?
Neurology, orthopedics, dentistry, ophthalmology, fertility & women's health, and pediatrics. Other departments may also see you; ask when you call.