Kameda Daiichi Hospital

What Kameda Daiichi Hospital does

Kameda Daiichi Hospital is a multi-specialty community hospital located in Konan Ward, Niigata City, Japan, founded in 1967 and operated by Social Medical Corporation Aijinkai (社会福祉法人 愛仁会). It delivers care through 16 clinical departments and 3 specialty centers — the Niigata Spine Surgery Center (the first dedicated spine surgery center in Niigata Prefecture), the Niigata Hip Joint Center, and the Digestive Endoscopy Center — supported by approximately 374 staff. Annual throughput exceeds 2,400 surgeries and 3,500 discharges, with 67.2% of discharged patients aged 70 or older, reflecting an elderly-skewed regional case mix.

The hospital's technical platform combines conventional clinical capability with targeted advanced-technology integrations, most notably the VELYS robot-assisted knee replacement system (achieving its 100-case milestone in July 2025 and running at approximately 100 cases per year), capsule and sedation endoscopy in the Digestive Endoscopy Center, and a 24/7 web-based upper GI endoscopy reservation system launched in April 2025. Multilingual physicians covering English and Russian support an explicit international-patient pathway alongside the core Japanese patient base. The facility holds recognized training designations from at least eight Japanese medical societies spanning orthopedics, surgery, gastroenterology, rehabilitation, and clinical neurophysiology, and maintains an academic affiliation with Niigata University Medical School.

Revenue is generated primarily through Japan's national health insurance (Kohi/Hoken) reimbursement for inpatient and outpatient services, supplemented by a self-pay obesity treatment program using GLP-1/GIP receptor agonists (Wegovy and Zepbound) launched in April 2026 and elective services such as laser aesthetics and plastic surgery. Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer within the Niigata catchment area, reinforced by a regional medical cooperation network of referring clinics and home-visit medical services for homebound patients. In November 2025 the parent entity transitioned to a Social Medical Corporation structure, and the pediatrics department was discontinued as of March 31, 2026, reflecting a strategic shift toward higher-acuity adult specialties serving the local aging population.

Name

Kameda Daiichi Hospital

Legal name

社会医科大学愛仁会 亀田第一病院

Website

https://ijn.or.jp

Company type

Private

Founded year

1967

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Kameda Daiichi Hospital is a multi-specialty community hospital in Niigata City, Japan, operating across 16 departments and 3 specialty centers (spine surgery, hip joint, and digestive endoscopy). It serves primarily elderly regional patients through Japan's national health insurance, with a self-pay obesity treatment program and multilingual English/Russian physician support for international residents.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Acute Care Hospital Services

NAICS

Specialty (except Psychiatric and Substance Abuse) Hospitals (6223)

SIC

Services-Hospitals (8060)

akta.pro primary industry

Orthopedic & Spine Specialty Hospitals (HLAFAHAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Endoscopy & GI Procedure Centers (HLAFAIAE), Orthopedic & Spine Surgery Centers (HLAFAIAG)

Keywords

• Acute hospital services
• Specialty medical centers
• Robotic knee surgery
• Rehabilitation medicine
• Outpatient clinical care

Headquarters

HQ city

Niigata

HQ country

Japan

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Medical Services Revenue: Revenue from diagnostic, treatment, surgical, and inpatient services covered under Japan's national health insurance system (Kohi/Hoken).
2. Self-Pay Medical Services: Revenue from optional/self-pay treatments including obesity treatment medications (Wegovy/Sepbound), elective cosmetic procedures, and other services not covered by insurance.
3. Health Screening Services: Revenue from specific health examinations and cancer screenings offered to general public.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Kameda Daiichi Hospital is a multi-specialty community hospital in Niigata City, Japan, operating 16 medical departments and three specialized centers (Spine Surgery Center, Hip Joint Center, and Digestive Endoscopy Center). It delivers general internal medicine, surgery, orthopedics, rehabilitation, neurosurgery, neurology, obstetrics and gynecology, urology, dermatology, anesthesiology, plastic surgery, and women's health services, plus self-pay obesity treatment using GLP-1/GIP medications. The hospital also provides health screening, cancer screening, home-visit medical services, and emergency outpatient care, supported by advanced capabilities such as VELYS robotic-assisted knee replacement, capsule endoscopy, and sedation endoscopy.

Product overview

Kameda Daiichi Hospital is a multi-specialty medical institution providing comprehensive healthcare services through 16 departments and 3 specialized centers. The hospital operates a traditional departmental structure with core departments (Internal Medicine, Surgery, Orthopedics) and three subspecialty centers (Spine Surgery Center, Hip Joint Center, and Digestive Endoscopy Center). Recent additions include self-pay obesity treatment services and robot-assisted knee replacement surgery using the VELYS system. The hospital provides approximately 850 orthopedic surgeries and 316 general surgeries annually, serving as a regional medical center in Niigata City.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Internal Medicine (内科) General internal medicine department treating common illnesses, lifestyle diseases, metabolic disorders, with subspecialties in cardiology, respiratory medicine, gastroenterology, and diabetes/endocrinology; serves as first point of contact for patients.
• Surgery and Anorectal Surgery (外科・肛門外科) Surgical department treating digestive diseases (gastric cancer, colorectal cancer, gallstones), breast diseases, and hernias. Performs laparoscopic surgeries for gallstones, appendicitis, and colorectal cancer; anorectal surgery for hemorrhoid treatments and fistula procedures.
• Orthopedics (整形外科) Orthopedic department treating upper and lower limb trauma, joint diseases, and performing approximately 850 surgeries annually including joint replacement and fracture treatments.
• Rehabilitation Medicine (リハビリテーション科) Comprehensive rehabilitation department providing physical therapy, occupational therapy, electrodiagnosis, and transcranial magnetic stimulation treatment for stroke patients with upper limb paralysis.
• Niigata Spine Surgery Center (新潟脊椎外科センター) Specialized spine surgery center (first in Niigata Prefecture) providing diagnosis and surgical treatment for spinal conditions including spinal canal stenosis and vertebral fractures.
• Niigata Hip Joint Center (新潟股関節センター) Specialized center for hip joint diseases treating patients from children to elderly, including hip arthroplasty and hip preservation surgeries.
• Digestive Endoscopy Center (消化器内視鏡センター) Specialized endoscopy center performing upper GI endoscopy, colonoscopy, capsule endoscopy (small intestine and colon), and sedation-assisted examinations.
• Neurosurgery (脳神経外科) Neurosurgery department treating brain tumors, cerebrovascular diseases, and spinal disorders.
• Neurology (脳神経内科) Neurology department treating neurological conditions including stroke, Parkinson's disease, and other nervous system disorders.
• Obstetrics and Gynecology (産婦人科) Obstetrics and gynecology department providing maternity care and treatment for gynecological conditions including uterine fibroids and genital prolapse.
• Urology (泌尿器科) Urology department treating kidney, urinary tract, and male reproductive system conditions including prostate cancer and urinary stones.
• Dermatology (皮膚科) Dermatology department treating skin conditions and offering laser aesthetics treatments.
• Anesthesiology (麻酔科) Anesthesiology department providing anesthesia services for surgical procedures.
• Plastic Surgery (形成外科) Plastic surgery department offering cosmetic and reconstructive procedures including laser treatments for skin conditions.
• Women's Comprehensive Clinic (女性総合外来) Comprehensive women's health clinic addressing female-specific health concerns.
• Obesity Treatment (肥満症治療) Self-pay (自由診療) obesity treatment program using GLP-1/GIP receptor agonists Wegovy (Semaglutide) and Zepbound (Tirzepatide) for medical weight management.
• Robot-Assisted Knee Replacement Surgery (VELYS) Robot-assisted knee replacement surgery using the VELYS system for precise and personalized knee joint replacement; over 100 surgeries annually.
• Upper GI Endoscopy Web Reservation System Web-based reservation system enabling 24/7 online booking of upper gastrointestinal endoscopy appointments with pre-examination consultation.
• Home-Visit Medical Services (訪問診療) Visiting doctor services for homebound patients with coordination with home nursing stations.
• Health Screening and Cancer Screening (特定健診・各種がん検診) Specific health examinations and cancer screenings offered to the general public.
• Emergency Outpatient Service (救急外来) Designated cooperating medical institution for suspected COVID-19 cases (December 2022) and designated fever consultation/examination institution under Niigata Prefecture notification.

Quantifiable outcome

• 2,400+ surgeries performed annually
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability2 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered moderate and minor.

• Niigata University Medical SchoolmoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic medical cooperation with Niigata University. Hospital doctors serve as university-affiliated physicians (大学医) in training and research capacity. Dr. Annenkov serves as specially appointed assistant at Niigata University Department of Clinical Pathology.
• Regional Registered Clinics (地域連携登録医院)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNetwork of regional clinics in Niigata City wards (Higashi-ku, Konan-ku, other areas) for patient referrals and coordinated care under regional medical cooperation program.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Juntendo University Hospital: Tokyo academic medical center with strong orthopedic, gastroenterology, and rehabilitation services. Comparable as a high-surgical-volume, multi-specialty Japanese hospital with training facility designations across multiple societies.
• Sanno Hospital: Tokyo-based private hospital offering multi-specialty outpatient and inpatient care with strong international-patient programs (English-language services). Comparable in private medical-corporation structure, self-pay service offerings, and multilingual patient support.
• Japanese Red Cross Medical Center: Large Tokyo general hospital affiliated with the Japanese Red Cross. Comparable as a high-volume community/tertiary general hospital with specialty training designations, established centers of excellence, and DPC-driven reimbursement exposure.
• St. Luke's International Hospital: Tokyo-based private general hospital well-known for international patient services and high surgical volume across specialty centers. Comparable as a private multi-specialty hospital pursuing self-pay/elective revenue alongside insurance-covered care.
• Kameda Medical Center: Larger flagship hospital under the same 'Kameda/Aijinkai' medical group lineage, providing advanced tertiary and quaternary care across Chiba Prefecture. Comparable in organizational structure (private medical corporation) and in multi-specialty surgical services, though at substantially greater scale.
• Toranomon Hospital: Tokyo private hospital with multi-specialty surgical services including orthopedics and gastroenterology. Comparable in private-hospital operating model, specialty-center structure, and self-pay program expansion.

Regional players

• Saiseikai Yokohama Tobu Hospital: Regional general hospital offering multi-specialty care including orthopedics, gastroenterology, and rehabilitation in Yokohama. Comparable as a Japanese community hospital with specialty centers, training-facility status, and DPC-based reimbursement.
• Sakakibara Heart Institute: Japanese specialty hospital concentrated in cardiovascular care. Comparable as a Japanese private hospital with deep specialty-center branding, training-facility designations, and a similar surgical-volume-driven operating model.

Direct peers

• Niigata City General Medical Center: Public general hospital in Niigata City providing emergency, surgical, and specialty outpatient services to the same patient base. Mirrors Kameda Daiichi as a community general-and-specialty provider competing for DPC-eligible referrals.
• Niigata University Medical & Dental Hospital: Tertiary academic hospital located in Niigata City serving the same Niigata Prefecture catchment. Comparable as a multi-specialty acute-care institution with overlapping departments (orthopedics, gastroenterology, neurosurgery) and the same regional referral pool.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles16 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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