Summary

Dr. Hiro Makino is an internal medicine physician who earned his medical degree from the University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine. He completed his residency training at University of Chicago Medicine and brings nearly five decades of clinical experience to his practice. Dr. Makino has dedicated 49 years to caring for patients in internal medicine.

Dr. Makino practices at Hilo Medical Center in Hilo, Hawaii, and also provides hospitalist services at St. Joseph Medical Group in Eureka, California. He specializes in treating heart valve disease and cardiomyopathy, conditions that affect how the heart functions. Dr. Makino also provides care for patients experiencing chest wall pain. His expertise includes performing contrast echocardiography and transthoracic echocardiograms to evaluate heart function, as well as conducting exercise stress tests to assess cardiovascular health. Patients have given him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 49 years of experience
  • 11 insurance plans accepted
  • University Of Chicago Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Hiro Makino has 2 locations

Hilo Medical Center

1190 Waianuenue AveHilo, HI 96720

St. Joseph Medical Group - Eureka - Hospitalist

2700 Dolbeer StEureka, CA 95501

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Med School: UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO DIVISION OF THE BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES THE PRITZKER SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: Korea University College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Hawaii At Manoa Med School: University Of Hawaii At Manoa
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Hiro Makino

  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Partnership HealthPlan of California

Medical Specialties

Dr. Hiro Makino has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Hiro Makino has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

49 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Chicago Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO DIVISION OF THE BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES THE PRITZKER SCHOOL OF MEDICINE in 1977.

NPI Number

Dr. Makino's NPI number is 1467494732.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Hiro Makino accept my insurance?
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Where is Dr. Hiro Makino's office located?
Dr. Hiro Makino's office is located at 1190 Waianuenue Ave, Hilo, HI, 96720.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hiro Makino affiliated with?
Dr. Hiro Makino is affiliated with Hilo Medical Center.
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Does Dr. Hiro Makino accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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