Post-COVID-19 era trends in foreigners undergoing a complete medical examination in Japan: A single-center analysis of inbound medical care.

Abstract

In the post-COVID-19 era, inbound medical care in Japan adapted to the growing demand for high-quality and precise healthcare. One form of this care is a complete medical examination, which has gained significant popularity among foreign residents of Japan and foreign visitors to Japan. From 2021 to 2024, 787 individuals from 27 countries underwent a complete medical examination at our facility. The annual growth rate in foreign residents undergoing a complete medical examination was 64% (2022 vs. 2021), 22% (2023 vs. 2022), and 10% (2024 vs. 2023); a notable proportion of those individuals were originally from China. These findings underscore the need for Japan's medical care to evolve in response to the diverse needs of an international clientele, highlighting the importance of tailored healthcare solutions in a globalized context.