Shimane University Hospital
- Languages
- EnglishSpanishFrenchKorean+5
- Support
- 24-hour ERInterpreter
- Departments
- Neurology, Orthopedics, Dentistry +3
Prefectural hub for international patients
Shimane Prefectural Central Hospital
島根県立中央病院
Prefectural hub for international patients24-hour emergency
Shimane Prefectural Central Hospital is a hospital in Shimane 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, French, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Thai, Vietnamese, and Chinese. Departments include neurology, orthopedics, and dentistry. It has remote interpreting services.
At a glance
- Languages spoken
- English · Spanish · French · Korean · Portuguese · Russian · Thai · Vietnamese · Chinese
- Type
- Hospital
- Emergency care
- Tertiary emergency care (critical care center: life-threatening cases)
- Fees for international patients
- ¥10 per insurance point
Departments and languages: Emergency medicine: EN, ZH, KO, RU, ID, MS, ES, PT, FR, TL, NE, VI, TH, HI, KM, UK Internal medicine: EN, ZH, KO, RU, ID, MS, ES, PT, FR, TL, NE, VI, TH, HI, KM, UK Surgery: EN, ZH, KO, RU, ID, MS, ES, PT, FR, TL, NE, VI, TH, HI, KM, UK Pediatrics: EN, ZH, KO, RU, ID, MS, ES, PT, FR, TL, NE, VI, TH, HI, KM, UK Psychiatry: EN, ZH, KO, RU, ID, MS, ES, PT, FR, TL, NE, VI, TH, HI, KM, UK Dermatology: EN, ZH, KO, RU, ID, MS, ES, PT, FR, TL, NE, VI, TH, HI, KM, UK Neurosurgery: EN, ZH, KO, RU, ID, MS, ES, PT, FR, TL, NE, VI, TH, HI, KM, UK Urology: EN, ZH, KO, RU, ID, MS, ES, PT, FR, TL, NE, VI, TH, HI, KM, UK Orthopedics: EN, ZH, KO, RU, ID, MS, ES, PT, FR, TL, NE, VI, TH, HI, KM, UK Ophthalmology: EN, ZH, KO, RU, ID, MS, ES, PT, FR, TL, NE, VI, TH, HI, KM, UK ENT: EN, ZH, KO, RU, ID, MS, ES, PT, FR, TL, NE, VI, TH, HI, KM, UK Obstetrics: EN, ZH, KO, RU, ID, MS, ES, PT, FR, TL, NE, VI, TH, HI, KM, UK Gynecology: EN, ZH, KO, RU, ID, MS, ES, PT, FR, TL, NE, VI, TH, HI, KM, UK Dentistry: EN, ZH, KO, RU, ID, MS, ES, PT, FR, TL, NE, VI, TH, HI, KM, UK その他: EN, ZH, KO, RU, ID, MS, ES, PT, FR, TL, NE, VI, TH, HI, KM, UK
| International patient office | — |
|---|---|
| Medical coordinator | — |
| Medical interpreter on site | — |
| Remote interpreting | ✓ — EN, ZH, KO, RU, ID, MS, ES, PT, FR, TL, NE, VI, TH, HI, KM, UK |
| Other languages | 音声 translation device (Pocketalk) |
| Other languages | HI, ID, KM, NE, TL, UK |
| Address | 4-1-1Himebara,Izumo,Shimane,693-8555 島根県出雲市姫原4丁目1番地1 |
|---|---|
| Medical area | 3203 出雲 |
| Tel | 0853-22-5111 |
| Hours | Mon–Fri: 8:30–11:00 (12:30–14:00 特殊 outpatient, 一部診療科のみ) Sat & Sun, 祝: 24-hour emergency outpatient care |
| Official website | spch.izumo.shimane.jp |
| Cards accepted | VISA, MASTER, AMEX, DinersClub, JCB, Discover Card |
| 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 Shimane Prefectural Central Hospital?
Yes. The official list records support in English, Spanish, French, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, 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 Shimane Prefectural Central Hospital 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 Shimane Prefectural Central Hospital or find it?
Phone: 0853-22-5111. Address: 4-1-1Himebara,Izumo,Shimane,693-8555. Official website: https://www.spch.izumo.shimane.jp/.
Which specialties does Shimane Prefectural Central 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.