JASMINE Animal Referral Hospital

Established in September 2014, JASMINE Veterinary Cardiovascular Medical Center (The Japan Animal Specialty Medical Institute Inc.) are world-renowned leaders in cardiac surgery for canines and felines, specializing in mitral valve repair surgery in dogs. We offer state-of-the-art facilities with the latest medical equipment to provide the highest levels of medical care.

JASMINE conducts and publishes clinical research for greater understanding and knowledge of veterinary cardiovascular medicine. We share our research findings with our fellow colleagues in medical journals and conferences worldwide.

In May 2020, we will be re-opening as JASMINE Animal Referral Hospital offering multi-disciplinary medical services in Cardiology, Nephrology, Respiratory, Gastroenterology and Oncology. The hospital is a brand-new medical facility on three levels, and located within 5 minutes of our existing premises.

JASMINE Animal Referral Hospital would like to thank our veterinary colleagues in Japan and Internationally for their continued support and collaboration on knowledge. We will continue to provide our quality cardiology services, while offering advanced medical care across our new departments for our patients, clients and the veterinary community.

Dr. Masami Uechi DVM, PhD

FOR OVERSEAS VETERINARIANS AND CLIENTS

Mitral valve repair surgery and other cardiac surgeries are available at our facility in Japan.

IMPORTANT: PLEASE NOTE THAT WE DO NOT ACCEPT PATIENTS WITH A HISTORY OF TICK-BORNE DISEASES.

This includes Babesia, Anaplasma, Ehrlichia, or Lyme disease.

HOW TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT

Your 8-Step Guide to MVR Surgery at JASMINE

Pet Surgery Journey 8 STEP
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STAYING IN JAPAN

Pet friendly hotels are limited around our hospital and making reservations can be difficult at the last minute. We suggest you book hotel rooms once you have confirmed the surgery date.

■Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo

https ://www.hotel-chinzanso-tokyo.com

■Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Marunouchi

https://www.fourseasons.com/tokyo/

■The Peninsula Tokyo

https://www.peninsula.com/en/tokyo/5-star-luxury-hotel-ginza

■Oakwood Suites Yokohama

https://oakwoodsuitesyokohama.com-hotel.info/en/

■Citadines HarbourFront Yokohama

https ://www.discoverasr.com/ja/citadines/japan/citadines-harbour-frontyokohama

MIGHTY HEARTS PROJECT

https://mightyheartsproject.org/

Mighty Hearts Project was founded in 2016 by Nate Estes and owners of dogs who have benefited from mitral valve surgical repair. Mr. Estes has had a unique experience with his dog’s diagnosis, pre-surgical treatment, intervention, postsurgical challenges, and recovery. Mr. Estes assists his members by providing them with the hope, support and education they need throughout the surgery planning process and recovery.

FOR CLIENTS LIVING IN JAPAN

Japan Animal Referral Hospital is a dedicated referral center with expertise in small animal Cardiology, Nephrology, Respiratory, Gastroenterology and Oncology.

STEP 1 — Referral From Your Primary Care Veterinarian

Your primary veterinarian will contact JASMINE and discuss your pet’s condition and medical history with one of our veterinarians.

STEP 2 — Making an Appointment

Appointment will be made through your primary veterinarian for any initial consultation. Your veterinarian will send us a referral letter prior to your pet’s first consuItation.

STEP 3 – Consultation

Please have your pet fasted 8 hours prior to the time of your appointment. Water is allowed.

STEP 4 – Report

Your primary veterinarian will be contacted and updated on findings and treatment recommendations by our veterinarian. A written medical report will be sent to your primary veterinarian.

STEP 5 – Follow-Up

We work closely with your primary care veterinarian for follow-up treatments and plans.

HOW TO GET HERE

Address: 1-8-37 Nakagawa Tsuzuki-ku Yokohama-city Kanagawa Prefecture 2240001

By Car

10 minutes from Third Keihin “Tsuzuki” Interchange 10 minutes from Tomei
Expressway “Kawasaki” and “Yokohama Aoba” Interchange

By Train

O-minute walk from the Yokohama Municipal Subway Blue Line “Nakagawa Station”

CLINIC HOURS

9:30 am – 16:30 pm

MON TUE WED THUR FRI SAT SUN
Initial Visit
Review
Surgery

Available for consultation and surgery

A Limited availability due to open heart surgery

* Consultations by appointment only unless emergency

* Hospital will be closed from 31st December to 3rd January for New Year’s holidays

TEL: (+81) 45-910-1210

FAX: (+81) 45-910-1220

E-MAIL: jasmine.cardiology@gmail.com

WEBSITE: https://jasmine-vet.co.jp