ooizumi byouin
Ooizumi Byouin is a mid-sized hospital (not just a clinic) run by the Kousei Kyoukai medical foundation, sitting in the residential Oizumi Gakuen area of Nerima. It covers internal medicine with the infrastructure of a proper hospital — think imaging, labs, multiple departments — rather than a solo GP’s setup. The area is quiet, suburban Tokyo, about a 10-minute walk from Oizumi Gakuen Station on the Seibu Ikebukuro Line.
Their website has some English content, which is a decent sign, but don’t assume you’ll walk in and find fluent English speakers at reception. Realistically, basic communication might get you through, but for anything complex — symptoms, medication history, referrals — bring a Japanese-speaking friend or a translation app you actually trust. This is a solid community hospital for internal medicine needs if you’re based in Nerima, not a purpose-built expat clinic.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a generally smooth, organized experience typical of mid-sized Japanese hospitals — numbered queuing, structured wait times, and thorough intake processes. Doctors tend to be methodical rather than chatty, which is pretty standard here. Wait times can stretch depending on the day. The hospital’s foundation structure means it’s not a revolving door of locum doctors — you’re more likely to see consistent staff over multiple visits, which matters for ongoing internal medicine care.
English Language Proficiency
For translating forms, prescriptions, or discharge summaries, Jozu is worth having on your phone.
Contact & Location
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03-3822-4112 -
http://www.oizumibyoin.jp
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東京都練馬区大泉学園町６－９－１
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Oizumi Gakuen Station (Fukutoshin Line) — 3 min walk
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