4.9
11 Ratings with 5 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Dean Nakamura is a thoracic surgeon with nearly five decades of medical experience. He completed his medical education at the University of Hawaii at Manoa before pursuing his residency training at the University of Illinois College of Medicine. With 48 years in practice, Dr. Nakamura has developed extensive expertise in complex cardiac procedures. He communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Nakamura practices at three prominent medical centers in Honolulu: The Queens Medical Center, Kuakini Medical Center, and Straub Benioff Medical Center. He specializes in treating coronary artery disease, including cases specific to women, and addresses myocardial ischemia. His surgical expertise includes coronary artery bypass procedures, minimally-invasive heart surgery, and off-pump bypass techniques. Patients have rated Dr. Nakamura 4.9 out of 5 stars for his care.
Dr. Nakamura practices at three prominent medical centers in Honolulu: The Queens Medical Center, Kuakini Medical Center, and Straub Benioff Medical Center. He specializes in treating coronary artery disease, including cases specific to women, and addresses myocardial ischemia. His surgical expertise includes coronary artery bypass procedures, minimally-invasive heart surgery, and off-pump bypass techniques. Patients have rated Dr. Nakamura 4.9 out of 5 stars for his care.
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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
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Dean S Nakamura has 3 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Dean S Nakamura, MD | Dr. Malcolm John Macdonald, MD | Dr. Teimour Amrah Nasirov, MD | Dr. Richard Kum Sung Pang, MD |
| Thoracic Surgery | Thoracic Surgery | Thoracic Surgery | Surgery |
| 48 Years of Experience | 34 Years of Experience | 26 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, Spanish | ||
| Honolulu , HI | Madera , CA | Honolulu , HI | Honolulu , HI |
| Med School: University Of Hawaii At Manoa | Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine | Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine | Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
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Specialty Expertise
Dr. Dean S Nakamura has the following 5 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
48 Years Experience
Dr. Dean S Nakamura holds an expired medical license in the state of Hawaii.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Hawaii that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at University Of Illinois College Of Medicine.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Hawaii At Manoa in 1978.
NPI Number
Dr. Nakamura's NPI number is 1518925155.
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- Dr. Dean Nakamura is affiliated with The Queens Medical Center, Kuakini Medical Center, and Straub Benioff Medical Center.
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