Summary

Dr. Michael Takehara is a rheumatologist and internal medicine physician who earned his medical degree from Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center. With over four decades of experience in medicine, he brings extensive expertise to his practice. Dr. Takehara is fluent in English.

Dr. Takehara practices at Kaiser Foundation Hospital in Fontana, California. He specializes in treating complex autoimmune conditions including rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus. His practice also focuses on managing osteoarthritis and providing comprehensive care through metabolic screening and diabetic kidney monitoring. Patients have given him an average rating of 1.7 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 1.7
  • 41 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Kaiser Foundation Hospital

9961 Sierra AveFontana, CA 92335

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RheumatologyRadiation OncologyNephrologyEmergency Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
1.7 
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41 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience 48 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Fontana , CANEWPORT BEACH , CAPalm Desert , CATustin , CA
Med School: Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center Med School: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School Med School: University Of The Philippines Manila College Of Medicine Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Michael Akira Takehara has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michael Akira Takehara has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Gout
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Internal Medicine
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Lupus
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Tendinitis

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical CenterGraduated in 1985

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Michael Takehara speak?
Dr. Michael Takehara speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Takehara?
You can find contact information for Dr. Michael Takehara here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Michael Takehara accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Michael Takehara has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Michael Takehara's office located?
Dr. Michael Takehara's office is located at 9961 Sierra Ave, Fontana, CA, 92335.
Which hospitals is Dr. Michael Takehara affiliated with?
Dr. Michael Takehara is affiliated with Kaiser Foundation Hospital.

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