Summary

Dr. Douglas Tamura is a pediatric surgeon who specializes in surgical care for children and adolescents. He earned his medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine and brings 33 years of experience to his practice. Dr. Tamura is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to communicate effectively with diverse families in his community.

Dr. Tamura practices at Valley Children's Healthcare in Madera, California, where he focuses on treating conditions such as appendicitis and specialized pediatric concerns including phimosis and paraphimosis. His surgical expertise includes performing pathology tests and providing sedation services for young patients. Parents consistently rate his care highly, giving him an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars for his compassionate approach to pediatric surgery.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.6
  • 33 years of experience
  • 34 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • TULANE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Valley Childrens Healthcare

9300 Valley Childrens PlMadera, CA 93636

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4.6 
33 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English
Madera , CAFresno , CAFresno , CAFresno , CA
Med School: TULANE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: George Washington University Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Ciudad Juarez
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Douglas Y Tamura

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CareSource
  • CenCal Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Viva Health Plan
  • Viva Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Douglas Y Tamura has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Douglas Y Tamura has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Hemorrhagic Shock
  • Multiple Organ Failure
  • Pediatrics

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

Dr. Douglas Y Tamura holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from TULANE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE and Tulane University School Of Medicine in 1993.

NPI Number

Dr. Tamura's NPI number is 1659383461.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Douglas Tamura speak?
Dr. Douglas Tamura speaks Spanish and English.
Where is Dr. Douglas Tamura's office located?
Dr. Douglas Tamura's office is located at 9300 Valley Childrens Pl, Madera, CA, 93636.
Does Dr. Douglas Tamura accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Douglas Tamura has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Douglas Tamura?
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Is Dr. Douglas Tamura accepting new patients?
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