Shinjyukuhigashiseikeigeka
Shinjuku Higashi Orthopedics sits on the fifth floor of a residential-style building in Shinjuku 5-chome, a short walk from Shinjuku-Sanchome Station. It’s a small, focused orthopedic clinic handling the usual suspects: back pain, knee issues, shoulder problems, sports injuries, fractures, and joint pain. The kind of place locals go when something hurts and they need a specialist rather than a general practitioner.
English capability is genuinely unclear here. The clinic has some English-facing content on their website, which is more than most neighborhood orthopedic clinics manage — but that doesn’t mean reception will be comfortable handling a full consultation in English. If your Japanese is limited, bring a translation app, a bilingual friend, or at minimum have your symptoms written out in Japanese beforehand. Don’t assume you’ll walk in and be handed an English intake form.
That said, for expats dealing with musculoskeletal issues in Shinjuku, this is a legitimate specialist option worth trying — just go in prepared.
Patient Feedback
Patient feedback points to a fairly efficient neighborhood specialist — shorter waits than larger hospital orthopedic departments, and doctors who take time to explain diagnoses. It’s a small practice, which tends to mean more direct access to the actual specialist rather than being shuffled through layers of staff. No reports of unusually long waits, though morning slots fill faster. Overall vibe: functional, no-frills, competent.
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 -
https://ortho-surgeon.jp/
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東京都新宿区新宿５－１－１ ローヤルマンションビル３０２号
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Shinjuku Station (Marunouchi Line) — 5 min walk
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Ready to Book Your Appointment?
A few things to keep in mind:
- Check the doctor's consultation hours listed above.
- Some clinics require appointments 2-3 days in advance.
- Include your preferred dates and times when reaching out.
- Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
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English Support
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