4.7
24 Ratings with 21 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Katsuto Shinohara is a urologist who specializes in treating complex urological conditions with nearly five decades of medical experience. He earned his medical degree from Yokohama City University School of Medicine in Japan and has dedicated 47 years to advancing urological care. Dr. Shinohara provides care in both English and Japanese, making him particularly valuable for patients who prefer communication in either language.
Dr. Shinohara practices at University of California San Francisco Medical Center at Mount Zion in San Francisco, California. He focuses primarily on prostate cancer treatment, including cases involving recurrent disease and advanced or metastatic stages of the condition. His expertise extends to performing prostate biopsies and specialized ultrasound procedures to help diagnose and monitor urological conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in his clinical skills and patient care approach.
Dr. Shinohara practices at University of California San Francisco Medical Center at Mount Zion in San Francisco, California. He focuses primarily on prostate cancer treatment, including cases involving recurrent disease and advanced or metastatic stages of the condition. His expertise extends to performing prostate biopsies and specialized ultrasound procedures to help diagnose and monitor urological conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in his clinical skills and patient care approach.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 47 years of experience
- 51 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Japanese
- Yokohama City Univ. School of Medicine Japan
- 21 written reviews
- 1 award
- 1 specialty
- 10 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Awards
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| Urology | Urology | Urology | Urology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 47 Years of Experience | 13 Years of Experience | 11 Years of Experience | 14 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Japanese | |||
| San Francisco , CA | Palo Alto , CA | Palo Alto , CA | Palo Alto , CA |
| Med School: Yokohama City Univ. School of Medicine Japan | Med School: Stanford University School Of Medicine | Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla | Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Katsuto Shinohara
Medical Specialties
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Specialty Expertise
Katsuto Shinohara has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
47 Years Experience
Katsuto Shinohara 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 Yokohama City Univ. School of Medicine Japan in 1979.
NPI Number
Katsuto Shinohara's NPI number is 1588609770.
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- Katsuto Shinohara is affiliated with University Of California San Francisco Medical Center At Mount Zion.
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