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Exploring the Future of Hokkaido's Regional Healthcare

The inaugural Community Hospital Research Meeting in Hokkaido is set to take place on July 3, 2026, in Sapporo, organized by Mediva Inc., a consulting firm specializing in healthcare institutions. Led by CEO Yoshiko Oishi, the event aims to create a platform for open discussion about the challenges and practices surrounding community hospitals in the region.

Background of the Event

Hokkaido, with its unique geographical and demographic challenges, encounters numerous issues common across Japan, including declining population, uneven distribution of healthcare professionals, and the need for effective integration of home healthcare services. Within this vast region, small hospitals are increasingly tasked with roles that extend beyond inpatient care, serving as crucial connections for outpatient treatments, home care, and community support.

Despite these pressing challenges, there are few opportunities for professionals in the field to come together and share their experiences candidly. This is precisely why the Community Hospital Research Meeting has been established - to foster an environment where real-world practices and issues can be shared and discussed among healthcare professionals from diverse fields.

Objectives of the Research Meeting

The Hokkaido Community Hospital Research Meeting is guided by three main objectives:

1. To Connect Healthcare Professionals: The meeting will provide a venue for individuals interested in community hospitals, home care, and integrated medical practices to meet. Participants from various disciplines, including doctors, nurses, rehabilitation professionals, social workers, pharmacists, care managers, and administrative staff, will have the chance to interact and exchange ideas in a flat and collaborative manner.

2. To Share Practical Insights and Challenges: Rather than being a platform for showcasing completed success stories, the meeting will facilitate open and honest conversations about ongoing initiatives, innovations, and the challenges faced by professionals in the field. This is a space for sharing both achievements and difficulties, fostering a deeper understanding of the regional dynamics.

3. To Explore the Potential of Community Hospitals: The meeting will encourage participants to think critically about the future of community hospitals within this unique context. It will not dictate a one-size-fits-all solution but will serve as a supportive framework to explore what is feasible and where the difficulties lie in fostering effective healthcare solutions in Hokkaido.

Event Schedule

The meeting will be conducted in a meetup style, inclusive of light refreshments and drinks. The agenda will feature the following segments:

• - Light Talks
• - One-Minute Pitches from Participants
• - Thematic Table Discussions
• - Open Networking
• - Sharing of Questions and Insights

Guest Speakers and Topics

The event will highlight perspectives from three distinguished speakers, each focusing on different aspects of Hokkaido's regional healthcare and community hospitals:

• - Ryo Nishimura – Director of the Home Healthcare Department at the Doko Medical Association, discussing how hospitals can connect with home and community care.
• - Kunio Kusajima – Acting Director of Fukase Clinic, addressing the realities of career transitions in general practice and implementing education in the region.
• - Takuma Hoshino – Deputy Director of Toyosei Hospital, sharing insights from a home healthcare support hospital's perspective.
• - Yoshiko Oishi – CEO of Mediva Inc., providing macro insights into the possibilities of community hospitals based on regional diagnostics.

Event Details

• - Name: First Hokkaido Community Hospital Research Meeting
• - Date: July 3, 2026, from 19:00 to 21:00
• - Venue: TKP Sapporo Ekimae Conference Center, 2-9, Kitakujyo Nishi 7 Chome, Sapporo
• - Format: Meetup with refreshments
• - Target Audience: Healthcare professionals interested in community hospitals
• - Capacity: 50 participants
• - Participation Fee: 2,000 yen
• - Registration: Pre-registration required. Deadline for first round is June 1, 2026.

Recommended For

• - Those interested in the future of small community hospitals.
• - Individuals seeking insights on integrating home healthcare with hospital services.
• - Professionals involved in general practice, family medicine, or hospital management.
• - Participants looking to deepen collaboration among various healthcare professions.

In addition to facilitating these important discussions, the Community Hospital Research Meeting stands as an initiative by the Community & Community Hospital Association (C&CH Association), which aims to convert small hospitals into community hospitals that integrate healthcare, nursing, and welfare into a cohesive system.

Through a collaborative approach, the meeting seeks to build sustainable regional healthcare frameworks in Hokkaido. This initiative not only highlights the relevance of community hospitals but aims to inspire solutions that resonate with local needs and challenges, ultimately benefiting all stakeholders in Hokkaido's healthcare environment.

For further details on the event and to register, please visit: Registration Form.