2023 Procedural Volume
- 91 robotic procedures — prostate, kidney, upper urinary tract
- 57 da Vinci prostatectomy (RALP) — since 2013
- 93 TURBT — bladder tumour resection
- 30 ESWL — kidney stone treatment
Full outcome data: Urology Clinical Outcomes →
What this means for you
- No waiting list — treatment typically begins within weeks
- Da Vinci Proctor — certified to train other surgeons in robotic technique
- Robot-assisted surgery for prostate, kidney, and upper urinary tract cancer
- Second opinions always welcome
20 minutes from Kansai International Airport (KIX)
About Us
The Urology Department at Kishiwada Tokushukai Hospital provides surgical and procedural care
for prostate, kidney, bladder, and urinary tract disease.
Robot-assisted surgery using the da Vinci system has been performed here since 2013,
with over 90 robotic procedures carried out in 2023 alone.
The department is led by Dr. Masaya Nishihata — Vice President of the hospital and
Director of the Robotic Surgery Centre — who holds certification as a
da Vinci Proctor: one of a limited number of surgeons in Japan authorised
to train other surgeons in robotic technique.
We offer minimally invasive approaches for cancer surgery wherever appropriate,
alongside endoscopic management, stone treatment, and diagnostic procedures.
For international patients, consultations and treatment coordination are available
through the International Medical Support Office.
When to visit / When to call ER
Visit this department if:
- You have blood in your urine, persistent cloudy urine, or abnormal urine test results.
- You experience difficulty urinating, weak urine stream, frequent urination, or a feeling of incomplete emptying.
- You have pain in the lower abdomen, flank, groin, or during urination.
- You have recurrent urinary tract infections or urinary stones.
- You have been diagnosed with or are seeking evaluation for prostate, kidney, or bladder cancer.
- You are considering surgery and wish to discuss robot-assisted options.
Call ER immediately if:
- Severe flank or abdominal pain with fever or vomiting
- Inability to urinate with severe lower abdominal pain
- Heavy or persistent bleeding in urine with weakness or dizziness
- High fever with chills suspected to be due to urinary infection
- Sudden testicular pain or swelling
If you are unsure, please contact the Emergency Department first.
Services
Referral from another medical institution is recommended but not required for international patients.
Treatment flow
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1
Initial consultation and examination
Symptoms, medical history, and prior test results are reviewed.
Urinalysis, blood tests, ultrasound, CT, or MRI may be performed as needed.
Existing reports from overseas institutions are accepted. -
2
Diagnostic assessment
Further tests such as cystoscopy, prostate biopsy, or advanced imaging are arranged
where required to clarify diagnosis and disease extent. -
3
Treatment planning — including robotic surgery
Treatment options are discussed in detail, including robot-assisted surgery where applicable.
Suitability for da Vinci procedures is assessed on an individual basis.
Inpatient care is arranged when required. -
4
Follow-up and ongoing care
Follow-up visits monitor treatment response and support long-term management.
Remote follow-up coordination for international patients is available through the
International Medical Support Office.
Clinical leadership
The Urology Department is led by Dr. Masaya Nishihata,
Vice President of Kishiwada Tokushukai Hospital and Director of the Robotic Surgery Centre.
Dr. Nishihata is certified by the Japanese Urological Association as a specialist and
laparoscopic technique examiner, and holds certification as a
da Vinci Robotic Surgery Proctor —
authorising him to train other surgeons in robotic technique,
a qualification held by only a limited number of urologists in Japan.
He has led robotic urological surgery at this hospital since the introduction of
the da Vinci system in 2013, and oversees a programme that performed
91 robotic procedures in 2023 across prostate, kidney, and upper urinary tract conditions.
Contact
Seeking prostate, kidney, or bladder cancer treatment in Japan
Start with a brief message to our International Medical Support Department. Describe your diagnosis and what you are looking for — including whether you are considering robot-assisted surgery or seeking a second opinion. We will review your case and guide you through the next steps.