Hoshino Clinic
- Languages
- English
- Support
- Interpreter
- Departments
- Neurology, Orthopedics
Wakayama Medical University Hospital
和歌山県立医科大学附属病院
Prefectural hub for international patients24-hour emergency
Wakayama Medical University Hospital is a hospital in Wakayama 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 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 その他: EN
| International patient office | — |
|---|---|
| Medical coordinator | — |
| Medical interpreter on site | — |
| Remote interpreting | ✓ — 24 hours:EN, ZH, KO, VI, NE, TL, ES, PT，ID, IT, FR, DR, RU, TH, MS, KM, Burmese |
| Other languages | 双方向音声通訳機による対応 |
| Other languages | ID, IT, KM, MY, NE, TL |
| Address | 811-1 Kimiidera, Wakayama, Wakayama Prefecture 641-8509 和歌山県和歌山市紀三井寺811-1 |
|---|---|
| Medical area | 3001 和歌山 |
| Tel | 073-447-2300 |
| Hours | Mon–Fri:8:50–11:30 (24-hour emergency outpatient care) Sat, Sun & holidays: 24-hour emergency outpatient care |
| Official website | wakayama-med.ac.jp |
| Cards accepted | VISA, MASTER, AMEX, JCB, UnionPay Diners Club |
| 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 Wakayama Medical University 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 Wakayama Medical University 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 Wakayama Medical University Hospital or find it?
Phone: 073-447-2300. Address: 811-1 Kimiidera, Wakayama, Wakayama Prefecture 641-8509. Official website: https://www.wakayama-med.ac.jp/hospital/index.html.
Which specialties does Wakayama Medical 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.