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2 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Akiko Shimamura is an oncologist with 35 years of experience treating patients with blood disorders and cancer. She earned her MD and PhD from the University of Rochester School of Medicine before completing her pediatric residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital in 1994. Dr. Shimamura then pursued specialized fellowship training in pediatric hematology and oncology at Boston Children's Hospital and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, finishing in 1997. She provides care in English.
Dr. Shimamura practices at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, Massachusetts, and maintains hospital affiliations with Boston Children's Hospital. She specializes in treating sickle cell disease and managing sickle cell crises when patients experience severe pain episodes. Her expertise includes ordering comprehensive blood work and metabolic panels to monitor patient health and treatment progress. Patients rate Dr. Shimamura 5.0 out of 5 stars for her compassionate care.
Dr. Shimamura practices at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, Massachusetts, and maintains hospital affiliations with Boston Children's Hospital. She specializes in treating sickle cell disease and managing sickle cell crises when patients experience severe pain episodes. Her expertise includes ordering comprehensive blood work and metabolic panels to monitor patient health and treatment progress. Patients rate Dr. Shimamura 5.0 out of 5 stars for her compassionate care.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 35 years of experience
- 25 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Boston Children's Hospital/Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Pediatric Hematology/Oncology
- 1 written review
- 1 specialty
- 8 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Akiko Shimamura
Medical Specialties
Akiko Shimamura has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Akiko Shimamura has the following 8 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
35 Years Experience
Akiko Shimamura holds an expired medical license in the state of Massachusetts.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at Boston Children's Hospital/Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Pediatric Hematology/Oncology in 1997.
Residency
Completed their residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital, Pediatrics in 1994.
Medical School
Graduated from University of Rochester School of Medicine in 1991.
NPI Number
Akiko Shimamura's NPI number is 1225097132.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What languages does Akiko Shimamura speak?
- Akiko Shimamura speaks English.
- Which hospitals is Akiko Shimamura affiliated with?
- Akiko Shimamura is affiliated with Boston Childrens Hospital.
- Does Akiko Shimamura accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Akiko Shimamura accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Where is Akiko Shimamura's office located?
- Akiko Shimamura's office is located at 450 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA, 02215.
- Does Akiko Shimamura accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Akiko Shimamura has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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