About Us
The Department of Neurosurgery at Kishiwada Tokushukai Hospital provides comprehensive care for disorders of the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves. We manage a wide range of conditions, from acute neurological emergencies to chronic and degenerative diseases requiring long-term follow-up.
Our practice covers both emergency neurosurgical care—such as stroke, traumatic brain injury, and acute hemorrhage—and elective treatment for brain tumors, spinal disorders, and functional neurological conditions. Treatment strategies are selected based on clinical urgency, disease characteristics, and patient condition.
Many patients treated in neurosurgery are older or have complex medical conditions. For this reason, we work closely with related departments including Emergency Medicine, Neurology, Cardiology, Rehabilitation, and Intensive Care to ensure safe perioperative and postoperative management.
Our goal is to provide appropriate, evidence-based neurosurgical care while supporting neurological function, daily living, and quality of life.
When to visit / When to call ER
Visit this department if:
- You have been diagnosed with or are suspected of having a brain, spinal, or nerve disorder.
- You have symptoms such as persistent headache, seizures, weakness, numbness, or difficulty walking.
- You have been referred for evaluation of a brain tumor, spinal disease, or hydrocephalus.
- You need follow-up after neurosurgical treatment or neurological hospitalization.
- You would like a specialist opinion regarding neurosurgical treatment options.
Call ER immediately if:
- Sudden weakness of the face, arm, or leg, or difficulty speaking (possible stroke)
- Sudden severe headache unlike any previous headache
- Loss of consciousness, seizures, or sudden confusion
- Head injury with worsening symptoms
- Rapidly progressing neurological symptoms
If you are unsure, please contact the Emergency Department first.
Services
Treatment flow
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Initial consultation and neurological assessment
Symptoms, medical history, and referral information are reviewed. Imaging studies such as CT, MRI, and blood tests are arranged as needed.
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Diagnosis and treatment planning
Based on clinical findings, a treatment plan is discussed. Options may include observation, medication, surgery, or referral to another specialty.
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Surgical or medical treatment
When surgery is indicated, procedures are performed with appropriate perioperative management. Emergency cases are prioritized according to clinical urgency.
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Post-treatment care and follow-up
Postoperative or post-treatment follow-up is provided on an outpatient basis. Rehabilitation and long-term neurological support are arranged when necessary.
Clinical leadership
Neurosurgical care at Kishiwada Tokushukai Hospital is led by the Vice President of the hospital, who oversees both emergency and elective neurosurgical services and coordinates care across related specialties.
Hiroyuki Matsumoto, M.D., Ph.D.
(Vice President) — Neurosurgery / Stroke management
Contact
International patients
For patients seeking treatment from outside Japan, enquiries are handled through JMHC.
Patients with language concerns
If you live in Japan and are concerned about communication during neurosurgical care, please choose the route below.
English
- You may contact the International Medical Support Department directly.
- Inquiries are accepted via LINE, WhatsApp, or our contact form.
- English interpretation support is available within the hospital.
Languages other than English
- For neurosurgical care, on-site (in-person) medical interpretation is recommended.
- Due to the complexity of neurosurgical conditions, in-person interpretation may provide better reassurance.
- In-person medical interpretation can be arranged through JMHC.