🏥 Regular Checkup at Dōjin Hospital—My First in Three Months
Yesterday, my mother and I headed to Dōjin Hospital in Urasoe for my regular checkup—my first in three months. We left home at 8:30 a.m. and drove through the residential neighborhood of Minatogawa to the hospital. Dōjin Hospital serves many local patients and has a calm, welcoming atmosphere that makes it easy for first-time visitors to feel at ease.
When we arrived at the reception desk, I was able to check in smoothly using my My Number Card. We were a little flustered because my mother’s health insurance card had expired, but the receptionist kindly checked with the Urasoe City Hall for us, and we were able to check in without any issues. It’s reassuring to know that even first-time visitors can get immediate help when they’re in a bind.
🩺 The Examination Process and the Staff’s Thoughtfulness
My mother had a urine test, blood pressure check, and weight measurement, while I had blood and urine tests. When drawing my blood, the nurse gently touched my arm and said, “It’s usually around here—this spot is easiest to draw from.” It seemed she remembered my visit from three months ago; the procedure was almost painless, and her approach put me completely at ease.
At Dōjin Hospital, the staff’s manner of speaking is very gentle, and I was strongly left with the impression that it’s “a hospital where even first-time visitors don’t feel nervous.”
🌿 A Gentle Consultation at the Dermatology Department
The dermatology department is always crowded—yesterday, there weren’t even enough chairs for everyone. Even so, once we entered the exam room, the female doctor took her time listening to us.
She examined both my mother and me at the same time, carefully checking our symptoms, offering lifestyle advice, and explaining the medication. She told us in a gentle tone, “It’s fine to just monitor the situation for a while,” creating an atmosphere where even first-time patients can feel at ease consulting her.
🚻 A New Primary Care Physician in Urology
Unusually, the urology department wasn’t busy, so it was a day where we could wait comfortably. Starting this visit, our primary care physician changed to a female doctor. As she reviewed my mother’s test results, she explained in a calm voice, “Everything looks fine. The medication is working for your nocturia, so let’s just keep an eye on it for now.”
Even when discussing specialized topics, she avoids using difficult terminology, making it a reassuring experience even for first-time urology patients.
🩺 Internal Medicine Results and Overall Flow
While we were moving between the dermatology and urology departments, the blood test results came back, and we were called in almost right on schedule. My mother is being treated for high blood pressure and migraines, while I’m under observation for vasculitis and nephritis. None of our conditions had worsened, so we agreed to continue our follow-up visits at the same pace.
At Dōjin Hospital, the flow of the appointment process is easy to follow, and the fact that “you won’t get lost trying to figure out where to go” is a major source of reassurance for first-time visitors.
🧾 Billing and “Tomato” Pharmacy
Payment at the self-service kiosk went smoothly. Afterward, at the “Tomato” pharmacy, the staff spoke kindly to my mother, and the warm atmosphere made the fatigue from the hospital visit melt away.
🏛️ My Number Verification at City Hall
On the way home, we stopped by Urasoe City Hall to verify my mother’s My Number. The IC chip was working fine, and we were told it can be used at the hospital starting with her next visit. The staff at City Hall were very courteous, which was a huge help to me as a caregiver.
🌼 For First-Time Visitors to Dōjin Hospital
Dōjin Hospital is known for:
- Kind and attentive staff
- An easy-to-follow consultation process
- Doctors who provide thorough explanations
- A layout that’s easy to navigate, even for first-time visitors.
For family members providing care, it leaves a strong impression as a “hospital where you can consult with peace of mind,” making it a place I highly recommend to first-time visitors.
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