Summary

Dr. Ken Honbo is an endocrinologist who specializes in diabetes and metabolism, as well as internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his residency at Montefiore Medical Center. With over five decades of medical practice, Dr. Honbo brings extensive experience to his patient care. He is fluent in both English and Russian.

Dr. Honbo is affiliated with Encino Hospital Medical Center and practices in Encino, California. His expertise includes treating high cholesterol in children and teenagers, as well as managing complex lipid disorders that run in families. He performs comprehensive blood work to evaluate metabolism and thyroid function, helping patients understand their hormone levels and overall metabolic health. Patients have given him an average rating of 2.7 out of 5.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.7
  • 56 years of experience
  • 22 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Russian
  • Montefiore Medical Center
  • 6 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Dr. Ken Shoji Honbo has 2 locations

Honbo And Nourparvar Medical Group

16311 Ventura Blvd Ste 880Encino, CA 91436
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Encino Hospital Medical Center

16237 Ventura BlvdEncino, CA 91436

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Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismDiagnostic RadiologyPediatricsPediatrics
Accepts New Patients
2.7 
56 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Russian
Encino , CAPasadena , CALos Angeles , CARedondo Beach , CA
Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine Med School: National Taiwan University College Of Medicine Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ken Shoji Honbo

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Cigna
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ken Shoji Honbo has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ken Shoji Honbo has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Acromegaly
  • Addison Disease
  • Cushing Disease
  • Diabetes
  • Fatigue
  • Gland Issues
  • Hormones
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Hypopituitarism
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Internal Medicine
  • Thyroid Diseases

Certifications, License, & Education

56 Years Experience

Dr. Ken Shoji Honbo 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 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Montefiore Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine and University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine in 1970.

NPI Number

Dr. Honbo's NPI number is 1922185735.

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Dr. Ken Honbo's office is located at 16311 Ventura Blvd Ste 880, Encino, CA, 91436.
What languages does Dr. Ken Honbo speak?
Dr. Ken Honbo speaks English and Russian.
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