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Saitama Medical University Faculty of Medicine

WDOMS ID: F0000019 Japan Saitama

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About Saitama Medical University Faculty of Medicine

Saitama Medical University Faculty of Medicine is a private medical school in Saitama, Japan, listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools under the identifier F0000019. Instruction began in 1972, so the school has been teaching medicine for about 54 years. It is academically affiliated to Clinical Facilities:.

The qualification awarded is the Gakushi (Igaku), over a curriculum of 6 years, taught in Japanese. The directory lists 2 programmes or tracks leading to a medical degree here. On entry requirements the directory records: "Admission follows completion of secondary education." An entrance examination is required.

Japan has 82 medical schools in the directory; Saitama Medical University Faculty of Medicine is the only one listed in Saitama.

TrustMBBS holds 110 student reviews of Saitama Medical University Faculty of Medicine, with an average rating of 3.4 out of 5 across 110 rated reviews; the longest and most detailed appear first below.

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  2. Ask the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare whether the school is currently recognised and whether its graduates are being registered this year.
  3. Ask your own home regulator, in writing, whether a degree from Saitama Medical University Faculty of Medicine is accepted for licensing at home (for Indian students: the NMC requires the whole course, internship included, at the same institution).
  4. Get the fee schedule and admission letter from the school's own office (gakumu@saitama-med.ac.jp), not from an agent, and pay only to the school's account.
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Questions students ask about Saitama Medical University Faculty of Medicine

Is Saitama Medical University Faculty of Medicine recognised?

It is listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools (F0000019). A listing means the school exists and reported its programme; whether a degree from it is accepted where you intend to practise is decided by that country's regulator, so ask the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare and your home regulator directly.

Is Saitama Medical University Faculty of Medicine a government or private college?

The directory records it as a private institution, affiliated to Clinical Facilities:.

How long is the medical course at Saitama Medical University Faculty of Medicine and in what language?

The curriculum runs 6 years. Teaching is in Japanese. The qualification is the Gakushi (Igaku).

When was Saitama Medical University Faculty of Medicine established?

The World Directory records 1972 as the year instruction began.

How do I contact Saitama Medical University Faculty of Medicine directly?

Address: 38 Morohongo Moroyama Iruma-Gun Saitama 350-0495 Japan. Phone: +81 (49) 2761567. Email: gakumu@saitama-med.ac.jp. Use these official contacts for fees and admission; do not rely on numbers given by an agent.

What do students say about Saitama Medical University Faculty of Medicine?

TrustMBBS has 110 student reviews of the college, averaging 3.4 out of 5. Read them in the reviews section below and weigh detailed, dated reviews more than one-line ones.

Can an agent get me a seat at Saitama Medical University Faculty of Medicine?

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Country

Japan

City

Saitama

WDOMS ID

F0000019

What we can confirm

  • Listed in the WHO World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS ID F0000019) — you can verify this independently on wdoms.org rather than take any agent's word for it.
  • 110 rated student reviews on file here, averaging 3.4★ — read the full text below before deciding.

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School Type
Private
Year Instruction Started
1972
Operational Status
Currently operational
Alternate Names
Saitama Medical School (1972 - 2006)
School Website(s)
In Japanese In English
Address
38 Morohongo Moroyama Iruma-Gun Saitama 350-0495 Japan
Phone Number(s)
+81 (49) 2761567
Fax Number(s)
+81 (49) 2765659
Email
gakumu@saitama-med.ac.jp
Qualification Title
Gakushi (Igaku)
Year Instruction Began
1972
Curriculum Duration
6 years
Language of Instruction
Japanese
Prerequisite Education
Admission follows completion of secondary education.
Genders Admitted
Both men and women are admitted
Entrance Exam
An entrance exam is required

School Contact

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Current Programs This school offers more than one program or track leading to a medical degree. Qualification Title: Gakushi (Igaku) Year Instruction Began: 1972 Curriculum Last Revised: Curriculum Duration: 6 years Language of Instruction: Japanese Year Ended: Prerequisite Education: Admission follows completion of secondary education. Foreign Students: Genders Admitted: Both men and women are admitted Entrance Exam: An entrance exam is required Tuition Paid By: Enrollment: Counts of new students admitted to the program and those who graduated, as reported by the school, are displayed below. ?N/A? indicates that no data are available for that year. Year Admitted Graduated 2003 N/A 101

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Apparently an acquaintance of mine had surgery for ovarian cancer, during which a hole was made in her bladder. As a result, she had a ureter attached for a while, but for some reason the tube came out and someone made up a story that she had removed it herself, so she said she never wanted to have surgery in a place like that again.

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This is the only hospital I can trust. My life was saved by the young Dr. Suzuki, who performed surgery on me for cholecystitis! The doctors, administrative staff, and nurses are all extremely kind and considerate. I hope this hospital will become even better and the best in the Kanto region! This is a model hospital.

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Parking is now easier with a privately run car park, which costs 300 yen for 6 hours. However, it's a shame that there is no McDonald's anymore. The hospital is very clean, with cleaning staff constantly on the move. Parking on the premises is free for up to an hour, so it's great for short errands.

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If you park in the upper parking lot, you can enter through the rehabilitation department entrance on the first floor of the West Building and take the elevator at the back to the main building. It's convenient because you don't have to go up or down the slope to get to the main building entrance.

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University hospitals only provide specialist doctors and do not offer general medical care, so I would be shocked if they told me to go to a private hospital for treatment unless I chose a primary care doctor. I was already going to the hospital because they had an allergy department.

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The bicycle parking area is a little hard to find, but if you head towards Ogose from Hidaka, you will pass the medical school, turn left at the Eneos intersection without a traffic light, and go a little further and you will find a bicycle and motorcycle parking area.

MackeyMac 1979

I went to a psychiatrist, but even though I made an appointment at 10am, I didn't see him until after 12pm. If you can't see him at the scheduled time, I think it's better not to have an appointment system. Patients get tired before they even see him.

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The orthopedic department is currently open.
Thank you for your continued support.
It is a treasured part of the community, so I would like to cooperate as a citizen in any way I can to prevent it from collapsing, or to stop it from happening at all.

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This happened more than ten years ago. When my mother was hospitalized in the ICU, I went to visit her and entered the room wearing the white coat provided in the ICU. I was shocked to see that the collar of the coat was dirty and stained with grime.

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The slope in the parking lot is steep for patients. I had been to another hospital, but my kidneys had started to deteriorate, so I was referred to a nephrology department. When I was examined, I was on the verge of needing dialysis, and my …

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This happened 10 years ago. Dr. Shirato, a professor of spine medicine in the orthopedic department who also appeared on TV, was very personable and his explanations were easy to understand, but unfortunately he has since moved to Fukushima …

TJ Bucket

The adjacent medical center, K-en, where many rehabilitation patients are admitted, is poorly cleaned, with dust accumulating in the corners of the hallways, resulting in hospital-acquired infections and staff treating patients like they're …

hisako kuwabara (???)

Even when I arrive at my appointment time, I still have to wait an hour. We still can't let our guard down when it comes to COVID-19. There are a lot of elderly people, including myself, but there aren't many chairs in the waiting room. The …

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As always, I was hospitalized in a psychiatric ward until last month, where they also treated my diabetes. I also received treatment from an ophthalmologist for my diabetes symptoms. The psychiatrists listened to me sympathetically, and the …

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This hospital seems to be linked to Saitama Medical University students, so if you're serious about getting better, don't go there. They treat you like a student, and you'll regret it. I know it's hard to find a good hospital, but it's even …

sora umi

My child goes to the university hospital every month, and we usually drive there. However, on rare occasions when my child is feeling well, I take public transportation as a way to get some exercise. We take the bus from Higashimoro Station …

M.A

I'm glad the pediatrician was very attentive. The woman at the cashier is the worst. She yawns while working, calls out to me so quietly that I can't hear her, and when I go to the counter she says, "Oh, I called you," and almost throws the …

OUT FOMA

I admitted my 3-year-old child to this hospital. The hygiene was terrible. The room was dry, causing a sore throat. My child wet himself, and when I asked for the sheets to be changed, they simply covered him with a waterproof sheet. It was …

Nao ppi

What's puzzling is that when my symptoms are severe and I get an IV, the doctor in charge checks whether my symptoms have improved afterwards. I think it's polite to examine a patient properly before sending them home, but the doctor I saw …

kooo a

Even though I had made an appointment, I was made to wait a total of over two hours until the consultation was over. I didn't feel like there was any point in making an appointment. Because of that, I was late for my next appointment, even …

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I'm grateful that I was able to get medical attention on short notice. However, the examination and treatment were of the lowest level. When I went to another hospital today, I was told that if I had received treatment sooner, I would have …

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I had a PCR test four months ago. I asked the doctor if it was okay for me to go home, and he said it was fine. Today, I received a postcard at home. It said, "We have recently confirmed the outstanding medical expenses and discovered that …

Yama Yama

I commuted to the hospital from Tokyo. At my first visit to a hospital in Tokyo, I was told, "Adult epilepsy is an incurable disease, so you'll need to take medication for the rest of your life." My heart, as a 20-year-old, was shattered. …

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When my mother was being examined by a hematologist at this hospital for anemia, the doctor pointed to her stomach and said, "There's definitely cancer around here." Although her anemia was severe, with her hemoglobin levels dropping to a …

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I received a referral letter from my family doctor and made an appointment, but they told me, "We can't make appointments over the phone, so please come in by 11:00 AM." (I was told that the referral letter was addressed to the "doctor in …

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I've visited the clinic several times, and I've always found most doctors and nurses to be polite and kind. I'll get to the point now. When I went to the pediatric plastic surgery department for a congenital growth, the doctor, despite it …

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My father was very well cared for. He had a rare disease, and there was a department for collagen diseases, so why didn't they know about it? Even though the Red Cross Hospital didn't think he could be treated, we hoped to transfer him to …

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The abdominal ultrasound performed by the intern was painful. The nurses didn't even explain anything to me when I was admitted. And yet they repeatedly made it seem like I was in the wrong. I don't know if they were gathering information …

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There is a psychiatric ward on the 3rd floor of the west building here, but the doctors there are really the worst. Even when you talk to them, many of them just laugh the whole time and have bad attitudes. I don't think anyone will think …

SHUNICHI ARAI

It's the worst. How long do they make you wait? They open the reception at 8am and start seeing patients at 9am. I think this is the same for all departments. You line up from 7:30am and don't finish until after 11am. Even if you have an …

KAZUE

I had a stoma surgery 3 years ago at a different hospital, and when I went through rehabilitation the wound reopened and I had a terrible experience, so I got scared and couldn't go to the hospital anymore and my condition got worse and …

Mitsuru Arai

This comprehensive medical facility has stood on the slope of a distinctive mountain since ancient times... It's a shame that there isn't enough parking... I get the feeling that the staff here are aware that they are a university hospital.

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When I went to visit a relative who was hospitalized on the 10th floor of the main building, I asked the young woman at the information desk, "Where can I go to visit them on the 10th floor of the main building?" She replied, "The main …

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I've had a fever for months, and because of my husband's job, family members can't go to work if their temperature is over 7.5°C, so I wanted to call to ask about the appointment, but instead I followed the guidance and it switched to …

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I thought the high number of patients had led to a vicious cycle of exhaustion among employees, creating a vicious cycle of medical care. There was also poor coordination within the hospital, which I thought was causing productivity to …

Harbinger

I received care here during my pregnancy and childbirth. I'm very satisfied with the outcome! During my regular checkups, the doctors and nurses were always very kind and helpful. The receptionists were also very friendly. The doctors …

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It was my first time visiting Saitama Medical University Hospital. You have to make an appointment in advance. Go to the reception desk for first-time patients, get a numbered ticket, sit down and wait. They call patients in numerical …

Coco K

I was admitted to the obstetrics and gynecology department. The nurses, doctors, and administrative staff are all excellent and considerate of the patients. The medical technology is reliable. The ward floors are also new and clean.

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I accompanied my son (who was a newborn) to the hospital for tests.
It was late afternoon when I checked in and entered the room, but the nurse told me that bath time was already over. I had just arrived and explained that I had …

Lebrons Jamess

During a phone call, a female internal medicine doctor made fun of me for not knowing the common sense of hospitals. This is a hospital where people who have problems as people work, even before they become medical professionals.

zi t (5nin)

It's like a low-quality nursing home. The elderly gather here and are so lively and noisy all day that you wonder if they're really sick. It's definitely not an environment I would recommend for people who need medical treatment.

Mai Araki

I don't know about other medical departments, but I never want to go to the orthopedic department again. There's no coordination between the doctors and nurses, and they have no consideration for the patients or their families.

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The flow of patients is relatively easy to understand. As expected of a university hospital, even though I was referred from an affiliated hospital, it took nearly three hours from reception to payment. The staff are very kind.

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The hospital is a maze, and at first you'll find yourself asking everyone, so it's a good idea to memorize your ward, room, and department. There are few convenience stores, so it can be difficult to find your way around. …

Me Rakk

My impression was that many of the staff were bad at reception and telephone service. Their annoying vibe was palpable over the phone.
There was one nice nurse in the ward where I was admitted, but the others gave …

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I had a terrible experience at my previous hospital and was referred here. I've been seeing them for severe schizophrenia complicated by type 1 diabetes for seven years now. They've been extremely responsive. …

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It's located in a place that makes you wonder what the concept of barrier-free access is, even though it's a hospital. However, it is a university hospital, so it will come in handy if something happens.

noriyki fujikake

They have no awareness or remorse that Saitama's medical care has fallen behind by 30 years because of their dominance. As always, it's just idiots coming from above. Do you understand informed consent?

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I was very well taken care of last year when I was urgently hospitalized for two months due to threatened premature labor.
Due to COVID-19, I couldn't see my family and cried every day, but with the …

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The doctors and staff were very helpful. However, because it is a regional core hospital, if the patient is not careful about the examinations, the staff's response may be delayed due to emergencies.

Kenia Kimura

Great hospital, pediatricians are amazing! I had a difficult and complicated birth and they were good professionals. They saved my baby's life at the time...Today my son is a healthy boy...Thank you

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Even in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, this hospital's temperature checks at the entrance are extremely sloppy!
The disabled parking lot isn't monitored by a security guard, so able-bodied …

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I am receiving treatment for a thyroid condition.
My doctor is very polite, attentive to details, and kind. He is a young doctor who is very responsive and helpful, which is very much appreciated.

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I was hospitalized for a week for tests, and there were many testing departments, so every inch of my body was examined. I also learned a lot about diabetes. Now, I'm scared of the results.

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These medical students are the worst.
They should learn common sense and morality before studying medicine.
Maybe they should start over from elementary school, or even kindergarten. …

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My wife used this hospital for childbirth.
We originally received a referral from our local obstetrician-gynecologist because my wife has epilepsy and asked for an epidural delivery. …

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I worked as a cleaner here for three years, and the doctors, nurses, and receptionists were all very nice. The students also had much better manners than students at Josai University.

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The hospital seems to be struggling with the effects of COVID-19, with nurses running around. I understand why there is a shortage of nurses. I'm grateful to medical workers (^._.^)?

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I had to wait five hours for my first appointment!
I needed to use the restroom, so I went to the Lawson inside the hospital,
but they said they couldn't use it due to COVID-19. …

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My father is currently receiving ongoing care here.
He underwent digestive surgery at a certain XX Hospital, and less than two weeks later, another illness was discovered here. …

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I was hospitalized for four nights and five days for sinus surgery. I thought sinus treatment would be simple, but I was impressed by the process leading up to the surgery. …

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The attitude of the neonatology doctors really pisses me off.
The NICU is poorly managed.
Maybe it's because it's in the mountains, but it feels like a hospital with no …

Yoshida Yuuki

It's a large hospital that's often featured in TV dramas.
The doctors are very helpful, but it's quite a hassle to walk up and down the hill to the main building... …

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I had NIPT (prenatal testing) done when I became pregnant.
Reservations are required, so I made one, but I ended up waiting over an hour from my scheduled time. …

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The East, Main and West Zones are all staffed by specialist doctors who treat infected patients individually, so I think there will be no problems with coronavirus.

BIG M (BIG.M)

My child was admitted here the other day.
Because he was still young, my wife accompanied me, but I was disappointed to hear that the conditions were poor. …

Eiji Yamazaki

There seemed to be fewer people than usual today, so even though it was a follow-up appointment, I was able to see the doctor without having to wait very long.

chan mi

A healthy person is parking in the handicapped parking lot,
and it's mostly full. The five or so parking spaces just inside the entrance are also full... …

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There's nothing we can do about the difference in elevation within the campus, but it's a problem.
I wish the buildings would be connected underground.

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They were happy to help me even though it was late at night. It was my first time receiving an IV drip, but everyone was very kind and I felt at ease.

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I used it for a medical checkup. It's difficult to find your way around if you're not familiar with the area because there are so many buildings.

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Dr. S, the neurologist, doesn't examine me very well.
Even though it's a university hospital, he can only do blood tests.
I've been abandoned.

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The restaurants around here are amazingly delicious?
Today we had some huge fried oysters? The staff wanted to eat them too? Katsuyoshi? …

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I used it in the emergency room!
The pediatrician was very kind and I felt relieved. ????
Please let me know if I need anything else. …

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The only downside is that it's a little far away, but I always use it there so I don't have any bad impressions and it's a good hospital.

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It's a very large hospital with solid coronavirus prevention measures in place, so I think you can receive treatment with peace of mind.

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I receive acupuncture treatment twice a month, and the needles are applied to my entire body, which has made me feel much better!

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The parking lot reserved for the disabled is always full for over an hour from 8:30am, as 80% of the vehicles are non-disabled.

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I was hospitalized for two nights and three days for surgery. I was discharged safely. I took a quick break at Tully's Coffee.

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Mother.
She was admitted to the hospital urgently due to symptoms of high fever, memory confusion, and difficulty walking. …

HIROKO kafunsho

The cleaning staff made these out of cherry blossom petals, which warms the hearts of those who come to the hospital.

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There is a Tully's Coffee on the G floor, and although there are only a few seats, you can take a break for a while.

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Thank you for your continued support. Everyone is so kind and gentle.
And of course, the medical care is top-notch.

ALLIE

The attitude of the security guard as soon as you enter the gate is terrible.
They should be trained a bit better.

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It's just so crowded. Maybe that just shows how much trust they have in the place? Even so, it's way too crowded.

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We are excited to see the highly motivated young people who are studying day and night to pursue medical careers.

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Even though I'm a patient, I have to pay for parking.
300 yen for 8 hours.
The first 60 minutes are free. …

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There are a lot of buildings, so it's hard to find, and parking is difficult.
The nurses were very helpful.

Gnosis Essene

the location is nice, if you have a car.
By train inconvenient.
Nurses are so-so, but some doctors are …

shovon hasan

Very good hospital in saitama, Ogose
Instant service, no waiting, very nice behavior
Very clean and tidy

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I was hospitalized for tests. The nurses were on the night shift, but they were very kind and friendly.

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They provide implants, dental bridges, and treatment for periodontal disease. They are very caring. …

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This is the worst hospital. The doctors' attitudes are the worst, especially the neurology department.

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Everyone at Saitama Medical University, including the doctors and nurses, is very kind to me!

TED SUGER

I was treated by kind and polite doctors and nurses during the late-night outpatient clinic.

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There's no close contact these days. People are moving around smoothly. It's reassuring.

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This is a hospital with excellent service and perfect coronavirus prevention measures.

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The after-hours emergency response was good, but I got lost in the maze-like building.

1901 IS

My grandson was taken care of during the night emergency! They seemed very kind.

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I go every year to get examined by the doctor who performed my surgery.

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Going to the psychiatrist

It feels like a waste of time and money …

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It's a maze and the waiting time is long, so I don't want to go.

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The East Building is very clean and the nurses are very kind.

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It's always clean and the staff is friendly and attentive.

Hector O Mercedfontanez

Good hospital. Need a map to find some of the clinic's.

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Honda, the orthopedic nurse, is the worst nurse.

Mahfuz Khan

Very good hospital for treatment

kawsar ahmed

nice place and location

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