4.4
24 Ratings with 11 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Eric Nakakura specializes in oncology with advanced training in surgical oncology, focusing on complex cancer treatments. He earned his medical degree from Stanford University School of Medicine and completed both his residency and fellowship at Johns Hopkins Hospital, finishing his fellowship in 2004. With 31 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Nakakura holds board certification in surgery from the American Board of Surgery. He provides care in English.
Dr. Nakakura practices at University of California San Francisco Medical Center at Mount Zion in San Francisco, California. His expertise includes treating pancreatic cancer, liver cancer, and neuroendocrine tumors. He performs comprehensive metabolic panels and basic metabolic panels to monitor patient health during treatment. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his care.
Dr. Nakakura practices at University of California San Francisco Medical Center at Mount Zion in San Francisco, California. His expertise includes treating pancreatic cancer, liver cancer, and neuroendocrine tumors. He performs comprehensive metabolic panels and basic metabolic panels to monitor patient health during treatment. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his care.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 31 years of experience
- 51 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Johns Hopkins Hospital
- 11 written reviews
- 1 award
- 2 specialties
- 15 areas of expertise
- 3 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 3 office locations
- Male
Awards
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Office Locations
Dr. Eric Kaoru Nakakura has 3 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Eric Kaoru Nakakura, MD | Dr. Curtis Chong, MD | Dr. Ellen Chuang, MD | Dr. Virginia Von Schaefer, MD |
| Oncology | Oncology | Oncology | Oncology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 31 Years of Experience | 23 Years of Experience | 37 Years of Experience | 43 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| San Francisco , CA | Redwood City , CA | Emeryville , CA | San Clemente , CA |
| Med School: Stanford University School of Medicine | Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine | Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine | Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Eric Kaoru Nakakura
Medical Specialties
Dr. Eric Kaoru Nakakura has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Eric Kaoru Nakakura has the following 15 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
31 Years Experience
BOARD CERTIFICATIONS
American Board of Surgery
Surgery
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Fellowship
Johns Hopkins Hospital2004
Residency
Johns Hopkins Hospital2003
Johns Hopkins Hospital1996
Medical School
Stanford University School of MedicineGraduated in 1995
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- Dr. Eric Nakakura's office is located at 1825 4th St, San Francisco, CA, 94143.
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- What languages does Dr. Eric Nakakura speak?
- Dr. Eric Nakakura speaks English.
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