Reasons why people choose our hospital
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Team medical care that supports obesity patients
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Selectable obesity treatments
At Jikei University Hospital, internists and surgeons work together to propose the most appropriate treatment for you. We offer a range of treatments to suit your needs, from nutritional guidance and exercise therapy to evidence-based weight loss medication, endoscopic gastroplasty performed by a specialist endoscopist , and weight loss and metabolic improvement surgery.
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Types of surgery available
At Jikei University Hospital, your surgery will be performed by a surgical team boasting some of the most extensive surgical experience in Japan. We would like to work with you to determine what surgery you truly need. In addition to sleeve gastrectomy, which accounts for over 90% of surgeries in Japan, we also provide sleeve plus surgery (sleeve gastrectomy with bypass surgery) as covered by health insurance. Our hospital offers three variations of sleeve plus surgery: sleeve bypass surgery, sleeve PJB, and sleeve bipartition , and we will recommend the surgical procedure that is best suited to you.
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All cases are performed using laparoscopic surgery with minimal scarring.
Using the latest 4K cameras and surgical instruments, we aim to perform safe and careful surgery under clear images. Surgery is performed using 5-10mm port incisions (4-5 locations) and 15mm port incision (1 location: 15mm for removing the resected stomach). Because the incisions are small, there is little pain and patients can return to their daily lives quickly .
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An anesthesiologist specializing in weight loss surgery will be in charge
There are still not many anesthesiologists in Japan who are accustomed to treating severely obese patients. At Jikei University Hospital, Dr. Kida of the Department of Anesthesiology administers general anesthesia that puts no strain on the body and monitors the patient during surgery.
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術後鎮痛も積極的に行っています
Even with surgery that leaves only a small scar, the amount of postoperative pain varies from person to person. That's why Jikei University Hospital uses PCA (Patient Controlled Analgesia, or "self-controlled analgesia" in Japanese). A medical professional sets up the PCA pump, and the patient presses a button when they feel pain, allowing them to immediately receive a safe and effective amount of pain medication. The advantage of PCA is that the patient, who has the best understanding of their pain state, can use pain medication immediately when they feel pain.
In addition, a specialized team called the Jikei University Postoperative Pain Management Team will help relieve postoperative pain as much as possible.
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A backup system unique to a university hospital
Many patients with severe obesity have problems with multiple organs. We work with the necessary departments before surgery to ensure a safe operation. Weight loss and metabolic improvement surgery is said to be one of the safest digestive surgeries, but unexpected situations may occur. In the unlikely event that this happens, Jikei University Hospital will do everything in its power to protect you.
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Surgeons who are well versed in treating surgical complications
Weight loss and metabolic improvement surgery is not 100% safe. Although rare, complications such as postoperative bleeding, suture failure (leakage), obstruction, and reflux esophagitis can occur. At Jikei University Hospital, we have surgeons who are among the most experienced in treating complications in Japan, and will respond appropriately in the unlikely event that one occurs.
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Located in the city with good access.
It is an easy-to-visit hospital
Jikei University Hospital, located in Nishi-Shinbashi near Tokyo Tower, is easily accessible from major stations . When choosing a hospital, ease of access is also an important factor .
Nearest station :
A 3-minute walk from Exit A5 of Onarimon Station on the Toei Mita Line, a 7-minute walk from Exit 3 of Kamiyacho Station on the Hibiya Line, a 10-minute walk from Exit 1 of Toranomon Station on the Ginza Line, and a 12-minute walk from Shinbashi Station on the Ginza Line/Toei Asakusa Line (Exit 8)/JR (Karasumori Exit).
It is also an 8-minute taxi ride from JR Hamamatsucho Station and a 12-minute taxi ride from Tokyo Station.