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New Book Release: A Practical Guide for Nursing Homes

Dr. Naoki Aoyagi, the CEO of Doctor Mate Co., Ltd., is all set to publish his debut book titled "A Guide to 'Cooperation with Medical Institutions' for Special Nursing Homes - Essential Know-How for Facility Directors!" in late March 2026. This guide is specifically designed for nursing care facilities navigating the new legal requirements established in 2024 concerning cooperation with medical institutions.

The new regulations mandate nursing homes to establish partnerships with 24/7 medical institutions, a transition that must be completed by the end of March 2027. Recent research conducted by Doctor Mate revealed that 74.1% of facility directors feel anxious about these impending changes. Concerns mainly revolve around three critical areas:

1. Negotiation with hospitals: How to present benefits to secure cooperation.
2. Compliance to new requirements: Ensuring current partners meet the new legal standards.
3. Administrative complexity: Drafting new cooperation agreements and filing necessary documents with local governments.

Dr. Aoyagi aims to alleviate these concerns with his upcoming book. It goes beyond a mere explanation of the regulations, offering practical strategies and templates that can be utilized immediately in real-world situations. The guide will also include actual case studies of successful collaborations between care facilities and medical institutions, providing readers with insight and inspiration.

Key Features of the Book

1. Negotiation Techniques to Resolve Mismatches: The book addresses the common disconnects in motivation and expectations between nursing homes and hospitals. Dr. Aoyagi offers concrete approaches for facilities to articulate the benefits of partnerships to medical providers.
2. Up-to-Date Templates: Including ready-to-use templates for cooperation agreements that comply with new regulations and guidelines on reporting to local governments, easing administrative burdens for facility directors.
3. Real Case Studies: The guide features six illustrative case studies highlighting strategies that improved operational efficiency and enhanced staff peace of mind through effective collaboration.

Author's Insight

Dr. Aoyagi, who founded Doctor Mate after years of experience as a dermatologist, has dedicated himself to addressing the challenges in integrating medical care within the nursing sector. He shares, “Hearing the concerns regarding mandatory compliance and the hesitance to approach medical institutions pushed me to encapsulate my knowledge from over 600 supported facilities into this practical book.” This publication aspires to empower facility directors with both confidence and actionable plans for negotiations, supporting them as vital allies in shaping integrated care.

About Doctor Mate Co., Ltd.

Founded in 2017, Doctor Mate has emerged as a pioneer in providing medical solutions to nursing facilities, significantly aiding their operational capabilities. With over 1,500 care institutions now utilizing their services, they strive to enhance the quality of care through medical cooperation and ongoing education programs.

For more information about Doctor Mate and upcoming services, visit Doctor Mate's official website.