Summary

Dr. Darren Shimabukuro specializes in internal medicine, providing comprehensive care for adult patients with a wide range of health conditions. He earned his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine and has been practicing for 36 years, bringing extensive experience to his patient care.

Dr. Shimabukuro practices in Downey, California, with affiliations at Kaiser Permanente facilities and Downey Regional Medical Center. He focuses on treating conditions such as obesity and weight management, including pediatric obesity cases, as well as addressing back pain during pregnancy. His expertise includes performing diagnostic procedures like comprehensive metabolic panels and complete blood counts to help evaluate patient health. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3
  • 36 years of experience
  • 28 insurance plans accepted
  • Tufts University School Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Darren Katsura Shimabukuro has 3 locations

Kaiser Permanente Orchard Medical Offices

9449 Imperial HwyDowney, CA 90242
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Downey Regional Medical Center

11500 Brookshire AveDowney, CA 90241

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Dr. Darren Katsura Shimabukuro, MDDr. Tooba Rehman, MDDr. Adama Diarra, DODr. George Mousa, MD
Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
36 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, French, Bambara
Downey , CAKaty , TXTigard , ORUpland , CA
Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine Med School: CHICAGO MEDICAL SCHOOL AT ROSALIND FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE & SCIENCE Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Darren Katsura Shimabukuro

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE) - IPA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Brand New Day
  • Bright Health
  • CalOptima - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - DHMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optum Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Darren Katsura Shimabukuro has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Darren Katsura Shimabukuro has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Diabetes
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Heart Failure
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Stroke
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Tufts University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1990

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Dr. Darren Shimabukuro's office is located at 9449 Imperial Hwy, Downey, CA, 90242.
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