5
2 Ratings
Summary
Dr. Kenneth Kao specializes in surgery with advanced training in plastic surgery. He earned his medical degree from the University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry and completed his residency at UCLA Medical Center. With 21 years of experience in surgical practice, Dr. Kao brings extensive expertise to complex reconstructive and aesthetic procedures. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.
Dr. Kao maintains affiliations with UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center and practices across multiple locations in Hawaii, including Honolulu and Wailuku. He focuses on treating patients with gender dysphoria, open wounds, and breast cancer. His surgical expertise includes breast reconstruction surgery and augmentation mammoplasty. Patients consistently rate Dr. Kao highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.
Dr. Kao maintains affiliations with UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center and practices across multiple locations in Hawaii, including Honolulu and Wailuku. He focuses on treating patients with gender dysphoria, open wounds, and breast cancer. His surgical expertise includes breast reconstruction surgery and augmentation mammoplasty. Patients consistently rate Dr. Kao highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 21 years of experience
- 13 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- Ucla Medical Center
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 5 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Kenneth Kuoting Kao has 5 locationsKaiser Permanente Wailuku Medical Office
80 Mahalani StWailuku, HI 96793 Tel: (808) 243-6000
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Kaiser Permanente Mapunapuna Medical Office
2828 Paa StHonolulu, HI 96819 Tel: (808) 432-2000
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Kenneth Kuoting Kao, MD | Dr. Matthew Kent Desmond, MD | Dr. Kathleen Curley Clement, MD | Dr. Khaled Restom, MD |
| Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Diagnostic Radiology |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 21 Years of Experience | 15 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, Spanish | |||
| Honolulu , HI | Los Angeles , CA | Tripler Amc , HI | Honolulu , HI |
| Med School: University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & Dentistry | Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla | Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine | Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kenneth Kuoting Kao
Medical Specialties
Dr. Kenneth Kuoting Kao has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Kenneth Kuoting Kao has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
21 Years Experience
Dr. Kenneth Kuoting Kao holds an expired medical license in the state of Hawaii.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Hawaii that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Ucla Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & Dentistry in 2005.
NPI Number
Dr. Kao's NPI number is 1528252285.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Dr. Kenneth Kao accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Kenneth Kao 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. Kenneth Kao?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Kenneth Kao here on Vitals.
- What languages does Dr. Kenneth Kao speak?
- Dr. Kenneth Kao speaks English and Spanish.
- Where is Dr. Kenneth Kao's office located?
- Dr. Kenneth Kao's office is located at 3288 Moanalua Rd, Honolulu, HI, 96819.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Kenneth Kao affiliated with?
- Dr. Kenneth Kao is affiliated with Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center.
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