Yoshizumi Takemura, M.D. | Respiratory Physician in Kyoto

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Experienced medical care, specialist knowledge and a commitment to each patient’s health.

CLINIC DIRECTOR

DIRECTOR

Yoshizumi Takemura

M.D. | Ph.D.

Clinical Professor

Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Japan

Dr. Takemura specializes in respiratory medicine and general internal medicine. He has extensive clinical and academic experience in the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory diseases. His medical practice is based on specialist knowledge, years of clinical experience and attentive care tailored to each patient.

MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR

My Approach to Medicine

After graduating from Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine in 1996, I spent many years working at university hospitals and affiliated medical institutions, providing care in internal medicine and respiratory medicine while also helping train younger physicians.

Respiratory medicine covers a wide range of conditions, including asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), respiratory infections, allergic diseases and sleep apnea, as well as lung cancer and palliative care.

Throughout my career, I have cared for patients with both common respiratory conditions and severe, complex illnesses. I have also been involved in establishing designated hospital beds for patients with COVID-19 in Kyoto and Otsu, and in treating patients during the pandemic.

I opened Takemura Clinic in May 2026 to provide accessible, specialist medical care to the local community in Kita-ku, Kyoto.

My aim is to be a trusted local healthcare provider. When hospitalization or specialized examinations are needed, I work with nearby university hospitals and other medical institutions to ensure continuity of care.

I welcome patients with a wide range of health concerns, from everyday illnesses to respiratory conditions and lifestyle-related diseases. Please feel free to consult me whenever you have concerns about your health.

Yoshizumi Takemura, M.D., Ph.D.
Director, Takemura Clinic

CURRENT POSITIONS

Professional Appointments

2026 – PRESENT

Director

Takemura Clinic of Internal and Respiratory Medicine, Kyoto, Japan

2022 – PRESENT

Clinical Professor

Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Japan

CAREER & ACADEMIC BACKGROUND

Professional Experience

MAY 2026

Established Takemura Clinic of Internal and Respiratory Medicine

Kyoto, Japan

APRIL 2025

Director, Respiratory Endoscopy Center

Otsu City Hospital

APRIL – AUGUST 2022

Director, Department of Respiratory Medicine

Otsu City Hospital

AUGUST 2022

Appointed Clinical Professor

Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine

APRIL 2017

Head of Internal Medicine and Respiratory Medicine

JCHO Kyoto Kuramaguchi Medical Center

APRIL 2016

Lecturer, Department of Respiratory Medicine

Graduate School of Medical Science, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine

APRIL 2011

Assistant Professor, Department of Respiratory Medicine

Graduate School of Medical Science, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine

AUGUST 2009

Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Respiratory Medicine

Graduate School of Medical Science, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine

SEPTEMBER 2007

Postdoctoral Fellow

Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia, USA

APRIL 2006

Lecturer, Organization for Research Initiatives and Development

Doshisha University

APRIL 2004

Head of Respiratory Medicine

Public Nantan Hospital

APRIL 2000

Entered the Graduate School of Medical Science

Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine

APRIL 1998

Advanced Clinical Training

Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine; Department of Cardiology, Prefectural Yosanoumi Hospital

MARCH 1996

Graduated from the Faculty of Medicine

Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine

Resident, Second Department of Internal Medicine, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine

MEDICAL QUALIFICATIONS

Certifications & Qualifications

Ph.D. in Medicine
Certified Internist and Instructor, Japanese Society of Internal Medicine
Board-Certified Respiratory Physician and Instructor, Japanese Respiratory Society
Board-Certified Respiratory Endoscopist and Instructor, Japan Society for Respiratory Endoscopy
Councilor, Japan Society for Respiratory Endoscopy
Certified Asthma Specialist, Japan Asthma Society
Infection Control Doctor (ICD)
Certified Physician, Japan Board of Cancer Therapy
Certified Occupational Physician, Japan Medical Association
Certified Physician for Lung Cancer CT Screening
Completed Palliative Care Training Program

ACADEMIC AFFILIATIONS

Professional Memberships

Japanese Society of Internal Medicine
Japanese Respiratory Society
Japan Asthma Society
Japan Society for Respiratory Endoscopy
Japanese Lung Cancer Society
Japanese Society for Tuberculosis and Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Diseases
Japanese Society of Respiratory Care and Rehabilitation
Kyoto Chest Medicine Association

OUR COMMITMENT