Fukuyama Medical Center
- Languages
- EnglishSpanishFrenchKorean+5
- Support
- 24-hour ERInternational officeInterpreter
- Departments
- Cardiology, Neurology, Orthopedics +5
JIHJMIPPrefectural hub for international patients
National Hospital Organization Kure Medical Center
独立行政法人国立病院機構 呉医療センター・中国がんセンター
Prefectural hub for international patients24-hour emergency
National Hospital Organization Kure Medical Center is a hospital in Hiroshima 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, Spanish, Korean, Portuguese, Thai, Vietnamese, and Chinese. Departments include oncology, cardiology, and neurology. It has remote interpreting services.
At a glance
- Languages spoken
- English · Spanish · Korean · Portuguese · Thai · Vietnamese · Chinese
- Type
- Hospital
- Emergency care
- Tertiary emergency care (critical care center: life-threatening cases)
- Fees for international patients
- ¥10 per insurance point
OncologyCardiologyNeurologyOrthopedicsCosmetic medicineDentistryOphthalmologyFertility & women's healthPediatrics
Departments and languages: Internal medicine: EN, 内分泌, Diabetes: EN, Nephrology: EN, Hematology: EN, Medical oncology: EN, Psychiatry: EN, Neurology: EN, Respiratory medicine: EN, Gastroenterology: EN, Cardiology: EN, Pediatrics: EN, Surgery: EN, Gastrointestinal surgery: EN, 移植 Surgery: EN, Breast surgery: EN, Orthopedics: EN, Plastic surgery: EN, Neurosurgery: EN, Thoracic surgery: EN, Cardiovascular surgery: EN, Pediatric surgery: EN, Dermatology: EN, Ophthalmology: EN, Urology: EN, Obstetrics: EN, Gynecology: EN, ENT, 頭頸部 Surgery: EN, Rehabilitation: EN, 放射線診断科: EN, 放射線腫瘍科: EN, 緩和ケア科: EN, Dentistry: EN, Oral surgery (dental): EN, Pathology: EN, Emergency medicine: EN, リウマチ, 膠原病科: EN, Anesthesiology: EN
| International patient office | — |
|---|---|
| Medical coordinator | — |
| Medical interpreter on site | — |
| Remote interpreting | ✓ — English, Chinese, Korean, Spanish, Portuguese: 24 hours, Vietnamese: 10時–20時対応, フィリピン語: Sun 除く10時–20時対応, Thai: 9時–18時対応 |
| Address | 3-1 Aoyamacho, Kure, Hiroshima, 737-0023 広島県呉市青山町3-1 |
|---|---|
| Medical area | 3403 呉 |
| Tel | 0823-22-3111 |
| Hours | Mon–Fri:8:00–11:00 (24-hour emergency outpatient care) |
| Official website | kure-nh.go.jp |
| Cards accepted | VISA, MASTER, AMEX, JCB, DINERS, J-Debit |
| Fees for international patients | ¥10 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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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Can I be seen in a language other than Japanese at National Hospital Organization Kure Medical Center?
Yes. The official list records support in English, Spanish, Korean, Portuguese, Thai, Vietnamese, and Chinese. Remote (phone or video) interpretation is also used. Support can vary by department and time of day, so call ahead to confirm.
Is National Hospital Organization Kure Medical Center open 24 hours or for emergencies?
Yes, it is listed as open 24 hours. It provides tertiary emergency care (critical care center: life-threatening cases). 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.
How do I contact National Hospital Organization Kure Medical Center or find it?
Phone: 0823-22-3111. Address: 3-1 Aoyamacho, Kure, Hiroshima, 737-0023. Official website: http://www.kure-nh.go.jp.
Which specialties does National Hospital Organization Kure Medical Center list for international patients?
Oncology, cardiology, neurology, orthopedics, cosmetic medicine, dentistry, ophthalmology, fertility & women's health, and pediatrics. Other departments may also see you; ask when you call.