Dementia Support
Gunma Medical Center for Dementia Diseases
Facility Overview
Uchida Hospital received designation from Gunma Prefecture and opened the Medical Center for Dementia Diseases on September 1, 2010.
In cooperation with healthcare and nursing care institutions, this program provides differential diagnosis of dementia diseases, acute treatment for peripheral symptoms and physical complications, and specialized medical consultation. In addition, we aim to improve the standard of medical care for dementia patients in the community by providing training for local health care and nursing care professionals.
If you wish to see a specialist (by appointment only), we will arrange a schedule. If you have any concerns or problems with dementia, please contact our center. Early diagnosis and early treatment are important for dementia.
| Location | 345-1, Hisayabaracho, Numata City, Gunma Prefecture, 378-0005, Japan (in Medical Corporation Taiseikai) |
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| Phone number | 0278-24-5359(direct) |
| person in charge (of an area of work, but not necessarily supervising other staff) | thin Japanese paper (used as tissue during the Edo period) |
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- Specialized medical consultation (by phone or in person) will be provided. We provide initial pre-medical consultation, collect and provide information on dementia medical care, and coordinate with the Regional Comprehensive Support Center.
- Initial and differential diagnosis will be made. If a SPECT test is necessary, we will ask a cooperating medical institution to perform the test. After the diagnosis is made, we will take initial actions such as deciding on a treatment plan and referring the patient to a hospital.
- We provide acute care for complications and peripheral symptoms. If we are unable to provide such services, we will cooperate with cooperating medical institutions.
- Training sessions will be held for family doctors and other health care professionals.
- The Council on Medical Cooperation for Dementia Diseases will be held.
- Information on dementia care will be disseminated.
Dementia Disease Medical Center Workflow
(1) Preliminary examination
A medical interview will be conducted regarding the condition of the patient's body and daily life.
(2) Inspection
Blood test
Brain imaging tests such as MRI
Psychological testing, including cognitive function assessment
(iii) Medical Examination
Explanation of results of all inspections
Questionnaire for the individual
Interviews of family members, etc.
Future treatment plan
4) Afterwards
Outpatient or inpatient treatment
Cooperation with family doctors
Establishment of coordinator for post-diagnosis and other support functions
We will inform family members of care tips and assist them in reducing the burden of caregiving. If necessary, we will also talk to you about how to apply for long-term care insurance, how to use long-term care services, and the costs involved. We will also guide you through various other procedures, hospital visits, and provide consultation to help you cope with your situation at the time.
Establishment of juvenile dementia support coordinator
We provide consultation for individuals and families diagnosed with juvenile dementia under the age of 64. Even if you are diagnosed with dementia, there is no need to change your current lifestyle as long as your physical condition is stable and your surroundings are in good condition. We will support you to spend as much time as possible in your familiar workplace and relationships.
