As a 460-bed acute care general hospital in the Shonan area, the hospital plays a central role in regional healthcare.
It focuses on emergency care, perinatal medicine, cancer treatment, and neurological intractable diseases.
The hospital is also equipped with advanced medical technologies, including da Vinci robotic surgery systems and navigation-guided spinal surgery systems.

June 1980
Opened in Chigasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture as Chigasaki Tokushukai Hospital.

October 2012
Relocated to a newly constructed facility in Fujisawa City and renamed Shonan Fujisawa Tokushukai Hospital.
The total floor space was expanded to approximately three times its previous size. Emergency medical services were strengthened with a 24-hour system, and clinical departments were expanded.
New initiatives were launched in cancer treatment, perinatal medicine, and advanced medical care.

Introduction of IMRT (Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy)

Launch of a navigation-guided spinal surgery system using the intraoperative imaging system “Artis Zeego”

March 2015
Designated as a Kanagawa Prefecture Disaster Cooperation Hospital.

May 2017
Received the initial certification of the Japan Medical Service Accreditation for International Patients (JMIP).

January 2025
A new annex building was opened. The medical checkup center and several departments were relocated to enhance hospital functions.

December 2025
The number of authorized hospital beds increased to 460 beds.

April 2026
Designated as a Designated Regional Cancer Care Cooperation Hospital.

Location

〒251-0041
1-5-1 Tsujido Kandai, Fujisawa city

Website

http://fujisawatokushukai.jp/

Facility Overview

【Location】
Approximately 1 hour from Tokyo Station via the JR Tokaido Line.
The hospital is located in the Shonan area, which stretches along Sagami Bay and is surrounded by gentle hills toward Sagamihara in the north.
Tourist destinations such as Enoshima, Katase, Kugenuma, and Tsujido Beach attract many visitors every year, creating a lively coastal atmosphere.

【Medical Equipment】
Navigation-guided spinal surgery system ARTIS pheno
Robot-assisted surgery system da Vinci
Advanced radiation therapy systems Versa HD and Novalis Tx
320-slice CT scanner
3.0 Tesla MRI and more

【Facilities】
Main Building (1 basement floor, 10 floors above ground)
Annex Building (4 floors above ground with rooftop structure)

【Number of Beds】
460 beds

Specialty

Scoliosis surgery (Navigation-guided spinal surgery system ARTIS pheno)

Surgical treatment for Parkinson’s disease, essential tremor, and post-stroke conditions (DBS, RF, MRgFUS)

Prostate cancer, kidney cancer, and rectal cancer surgery (Robot-assisted surgery using the da Vinci system)

And other advanced procedures

Available Programs

• Surgical Treatment for Spinal Disorders (e.g., Scoliosis) (Shonan Fujisawa Tokushukai Hospital)

  Since its establishment, our center has performed 6,348 spinal surgeries (as of February 28, 2026).
  Among these, more than 1,850 surgeries for scoliosis have been performed for patients ranging from young individuals to the elderly.
  
  In our hybrid spinal operating room, navigation systems are utilized to ensure safety and precision. To date, more than 40,000 pedicle and vertebral screws have been safely inserted.
  Among them, over 5,000 screws were placed using robot-assisted surgery.
  
  Patients with scoliosis visit our center not only from across Japan but also from overseas, including Vietnam, the United States, Australia, and Russia.
  
  We will continue striving to further improve the quality and outcomes of treatment, providing safe and reliable medical care for patients suffering from spinal disorders.

  【Features】 Our center was established in 2004 and specializes in spinal surgery. We place particular emphasis on scoliosis surgery, providing treatment for patients ranging from children to the elderly. To enhance surgical safety, we utilize advanced computer-assisted surgical systems. ■ Hybrid Operating Room Dedicated to the Spine Center and Scoliosis Center Multi-axis CT-like imaging system ARTIS pheno Spinal navigation system Curve Spinal robotic system Cirq Traction correction device CORRECTION BOX Developed independently by Center Director Dr. Ehara ■ Medical Materials Used in Spinal Surgery The screws and rods used for spinal correction and fixation are made of titanium alloy. 【Reasons for Using Titanium Alloy】 Does not corrode inside the body Lightweight (each screw weighs approximately 5–6 grams) Does not cause allergic reactions Compatible with MRI examinations 【Durability】 Titanium alloy does not react with water and has excellent corrosion resistance. Therefore, it does not deteriorate and can remain in the body for long periods without adverse effects. ■ Surgical Techniques for Scoliosis The primary procedure performed is posterior correction and fusion surgery. For younger patients (ages 10–20), we may perform minimally invasive anterior correction and fusion surgery with endoscopic assistance. Since the incision is made near the underarm, the surgical scar is less noticeable. This technique is particularly advantageous for treating adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, which is common among young women. However, this procedure may not be suitable for patients with severe or long spinal curves.

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• Comprehensive medical checkup course　（Shonan Fujisawa Tokushukai Hospital）

  A comprehensive screening for cancer and lifestyle-related diseases.
  In addition to the standard half-day health checkup, optional examinations can be added upon request, including brain MRI, respiratory and cardiovascular examinations using multi-slice CT, colonoscopy, and prostate screening.

  A comprehensive screening for cancer and lifestyle-related diseases. The examination program is based on a standard health checkup. Optional tests such as brain MRI, respiratory and cardiovascular examinations using multi-slice CT, colonoscopy, and prostate screening can be selected. (Additional fees apply.)

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