5
2 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Akiko Shimamura treats sickle cell disease, sickle cell disorders, and sickle cell crisis, and has practiced oncology for 35 years. She is affiliated with Boston Children's Hospital and sees patients at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, Massachusetts.
She earned her MD and PhD from the University of Rochester School of Medicine, completed her residency in pediatrics at Johns Hopkins Hospital in 1994, and completed a fellowship in pediatric hematology/oncology at Boston Children's Hospital/Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in 1997. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Shimamura 5 out of 5.
She earned her MD and PhD from the University of Rochester School of Medicine, completed her residency in pediatrics at Johns Hopkins Hospital in 1994, and completed a fellowship in pediatric hematology/oncology at Boston Children's Hospital/Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in 1997. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Shimamura 5 out of 5.
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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
- 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
- Where is Akiko Shimamura's office located?
- Akiko Shimamura's office is located at 450 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA, 02215.
- What languages does Akiko Shimamura speak?
- Akiko Shimamura speaks English.
- Is Akiko Shimamura accepting new patients?
- Akiko Shimamura is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Akiko Shimamura's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
- 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.
- Does Akiko Shimamura accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Akiko Shimamura accepts on their Vitals profile.
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