4.9
11 Ratings with 5 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Dean Nakamura is a thoracic surgeon who has dedicated nearly five decades to cardiac and chest surgery. He earned his medical degree from the University of Hawaii at Manoa and completed his residency training at the University of Illinois College of Medicine. With 48 years of surgical experience, Dr. Nakamura brings extensive knowledge to complex thoracic procedures. He is fluent in English.
Dr. Nakamura practices at three major medical centers in Honolulu, Hawaii: The Queens Medical Center, Kuakini Medical Center, and Straub Benioff Medical Center. His clinical expertise focuses on treating coronary artery disease, including specialized care for women with heart conditions. He also manages cases involving reduced blood flow to the heart muscle. Patients consistently rate Dr. Nakamura highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Nakamura practices at three major medical centers in Honolulu, Hawaii: The Queens Medical Center, Kuakini Medical Center, and Straub Benioff Medical Center. His clinical expertise focuses on treating coronary artery disease, including specialized care for women with heart conditions. He also manages cases involving reduced blood flow to the heart muscle. Patients consistently rate Dr. Nakamura highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts
- 48 years of experience
- speaks English
- University Of Illinois College Of Medicine
- 5 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 5 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
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| Dr. Dean S Nakamura, MD | Dr. Nathaniel Pau-Hen Ching | Dr. Thomas Gerard Carr | Dr. Tadao Nagashima, MD |
| Thoracic Surgery | Thoracic Surgery | Critical Care Medicine | Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 48 Years of Experience | 67 Years of Experience | 39 Years of Experience | 70 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 | Speaks English |
| Honolulu , HI | Honolulu , HI | Pearl City , HI | Honolulu , HI |
| Med School: University Of Hawaii At Manoa | Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University | Med School: New York Medical College | Med School: Kobe University School Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Dean S Nakamura has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Dean S Nakamura has the following 5 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
48 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Hawaii, 2026, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
University Of Illinois College Of Medicine
Medical School
University Of Hawaii At ManoaGraduated in 1978
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- Dr. Dean Nakamura speaks English.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Dean Nakamura affiliated with?
- Dr. Dean Nakamura is affiliated with The Queens Medical Center, Kuakini Medical Center, and Straub Benioff Medical Center.
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