The 20 Best Optic Neuritis Doctors Near Me in Shizuoka, JP

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Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 31 doctor with experience in Optic Neuritis near Shizuoka, JP. Of these, 19 are Experienced, 8 are Advanced, 3 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Optic Neuritis

    Jun-ichi Kira
    Elite in Optic Neuritis

    Jun-ichi Kira
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    Fukuoka, JP 

    Jun-ichi Kira practices practicing medicine in Fukuoka, Japan. Mr. Kira is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Transverse Myelitis, Neuromyelitis Optica, Optic Neuritis, and Thrombectomy.

    Distinguished in Optic Neuritis

    Mitsuru Watanabe
    Distinguished in Optic Neuritis

    Mitsuru Watanabe
    Referral may be required
    Fukuoka, JP 

    Mitsuru Watanabe practices practicing medicine in Fukuoka, Japan. Mr. Watanabe is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Transverse Myelitis, Neuromyelitis Optica, Optic Neuritis, and Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

    Distinguished in Optic Neuritis

    Ryo Yamasaki
    Distinguished in Optic Neuritis

    Ryo Yamasaki
    Referral may be required
    Fukuoka, JP 

    Ryo Yamasaki practices practicing medicine in Fukuoka, Japan. Mr. Yamasaki is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Multiple System Atrophy, CACH Syndrome, and Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis.

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    Distinguished in Optic Neuritis

    Yuri Nakamura
    Distinguished in Optic Neuritis

    Yuri Nakamura
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    Okawa, JP 

    Yuri Nakamura practices practicing medicine in Okawa, Japan. Nakamura is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. They are also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Optic Neuritis, Neuromyelitis Optica, Transverse Myelitis, and Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

    Advanced in Optic Neuritis

    Shinya Sato
    Advanced in Optic Neuritis

    Shinya Sato
    Referral may be required
    Higashi, JP 

    Shinya Sato practices practicing medicine in Higashi, Japan. Sato is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. They are also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Transverse Myelitis, Optic Neuritis, Neuromyelitis Optica, and Myelitis.

    Advanced in Optic Neuritis

    Tomomi Yonekawa
    Advanced in Optic Neuritis

    Tomomi Yonekawa
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    Higashi, JP 

    Tomomi Yonekawa practices practicing medicine in Higashi, Japan. Ms. Yonekawa is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Neuromyelitis Optica, Transverse Myelitis, Optic Neuritis, and Myelitis.

    Advanced in Optic Neuritis

    Toru Iwaki
    Advanced in Optic Neuritis

    Toru Iwaki
    Referral may be required
    Higashi, JP 

    Toru Iwaki practices practicing medicine in Higashi, Japan. Mr. Iwaki is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Alpers-Huttenlocher Syndrome, Ganglioglioma, Neuromyelitis Optica, and Transverse Myelitis.

    Advanced in Optic Neuritis

    Yasuto Itoyama
    Advanced in Optic Neuritis

    Yasuto Itoyama
    Referral may be required
    Fukuoka, JP 

    Yasuto Itoyama practices practicing medicine in Fukuoka, Japan. Itoyama is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. They are also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Myelitis, Transverse Myelitis, Optic Neuritis, and Neuromyelitis Optica.

    Advanced in Optic Neuritis

    Satoshi Yoshimura
    Advanced in Optic Neuritis

    Satoshi Yoshimura
    Referral may be required
    Fukuoka, JP 

    Satoshi Yoshimura practices practicing medicine in Fukuoka, Japan. Mr. Yoshimura is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Neuromyelitis Optica, Transverse Myelitis, Optic Neuritis, and Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

    Advanced in Optic Neuritis

    Koji Shinoda
    Advanced in Optic Neuritis

    Koji Shinoda
    Referral may be required
    Fukuoka, JP 

    Koji Shinoda practices practicing medicine in Fukuoka, Japan. Mr. Shinoda is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses CACH Syndrome, Transverse Myelitis, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), and Neuromyelitis Optica.

    Advanced in Optic Neuritis

    Shotaro Hayashida
    Advanced in Optic Neuritis

    Shotaro Hayashida
    Referral may be required
    Fukuoka, JP 

    Shotaro Hayashida practices practicing medicine in Fukuoka, Japan. Mr. Hayashida is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Neuromyelitis Optica, Transverse Myelitis, Optic Neuritis, and Alpers-Huttenlocher Syndrome.

    Advanced in Optic Neuritis

    Ken Yamamoto
    Advanced in Optic Neuritis

    Ken Yamamoto
    Referral may be required
    Fukuoka, JP 

    Ken Yamamoto practices practicing medicine in Fukuoka, Japan. Mr. Yamamoto is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gout, Griscelli Syndrome, Congenital Microcoria, and Neonatal Onset Multisystem Inflammatory Disease.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    Kazumasa Okada
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    Kazumasa Okada
    Referral may be required
    Kitakyushu, JP 

    Kazumasa Okada practices practicing medicine in Kitakyushu, Japan. Okada is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. They are also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Neuromyelitis Optica, Transverse Myelitis, Progressive Supranuclear Palsy Atypical, and Progressive Supranuclear Palsy.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    Ayako Sakoda
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    Ayako Sakoda
    Referral may be required
    Okawa, JP 

    Ayako Sakoda practices practicing medicine in Okawa, Japan. Ms. Sakoda is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Neuromyelitis Optica, Transverse Myelitis, and Optic Neuritis.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    Takayuki Fujii
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    Takayuki Fujii
    Referral may be required
    Fukuoka, JP 

    Takayuki Fujii practices practicing medicine in Fukuoka, Japan. Mr. Fujii is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Neuralgia, Myelitis, Myoclonic Epilepsy Associated With Ragged Red Fibers, and Myoclonic Epilepsy.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    Fumie Hayashi
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    Fumie Hayashi
    Referral may be required
    Fukuoka, JP 

    Fumie Hayashi practices practicing medicine in Fukuoka, Japan. Ms. Hayashi is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Neuromyelitis Optica, Transverse Myelitis, and Optic Neuritis.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    Yuji Kawano
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    Yuji Kawano
    Referral may be required
    Omuta, JP 

    Yuji Kawano practices practicing medicine in Omuta, Japan. Mr. Kawano is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. His clinical expertise encompasses Neuromyelitis Optica, Transverse Myelitis, Optic Neuritis, and Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    Kyoko M. Iinuma
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    Kyoko M. Iinuma
    Referral may be required
    Higashi, JP 

    Kyoko Iinuma practices practicing medicine in Higashi, Japan. Ms. Iinuma is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Neuralgia, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Neuromyelitis Optica.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    Hidenori Ogata
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    Hidenori Ogata
    Referral may be required
    Fukuoka, JP 

    Hidenori Ogata practices practicing medicine in Fukuoka, Japan. Ogata is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. They are also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis, Chronic Demyelinizing Neuropathy with IgM Monoclonal, and Multiple Mononeuropathy.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    Satoshi Nagata
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    Satoshi Nagata
    Referral may be required
    Fukuoka, JP 

    Satoshi Nagata practices practicing medicine in Fukuoka, Japan. Mr. Nagata is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), CACH Syndrome, Neuromyelitis Optica, and Transverse Myelitis.

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    Last Updated: 06/30/2026

    What is the definition of Optic Neuritis?

    The optic nerve carries images of what the eye sees to the brain. When this nerve becomes swollen or inflamed, it is called optic neuritis. It may cause sudden, reduced vision in the affected eye.

    When should I see an Optic Neuritis doctor in Shizuoka, JP?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing an Optic Neuritis doctor in Shizuoka, JP?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How do I find the best Optic Neuritis doctor in Shizuoka, JP?

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    How does MediFind rank Optic Neuritis doctors in Shizuoka, JP?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Optic Neuritis doctors in Shizuoka, JP?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with an Optic Neuritis doctor in Shizuoka, JP?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Optic Neuritis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Optic Neuritis doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with an Optic Neuritis doctor in Shizuoka, JP?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Optic Neuritis doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Optic Neuritis doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Optic Neuritis doctors in Shizuoka, JP?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Optic Neuritis doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find an Optic Neuritis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Optic Neuritis doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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