Summary

Dr. Kristin Shimano is a board-certified oncologist and hematologist who earned her medical degree from Harvard Medical School. With 23 years of experience treating blood disorders and cancer, she brings extensive expertise to her practice in San Francisco. Dr. Shimano is fluent in Chinese and Spanish, allowing her to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Shimano practices at UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights in San Francisco, California. She specializes in treating complex blood conditions including low platelet counts, bone marrow failure, and blood cell suppression from cancer treatments. Her expertise includes comprehensive blood testing and kidney function monitoring to ensure safe and effective treatment plans. Patients consistently rate her care highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 23 years of experience
  • 33 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Chinese, Spanish
  • Harvard Medical School
  • 3 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Kristin A. Shimano has 2 locations

Birthmarks & Vascular Anomalies Center

1825 4th St Fl 5b # 5San Francisco, CA 94143

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Kristin A. Shimano

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Chinese Community Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Empire Plan
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Prominence Health Plan
  • Sutter Health Plus
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • Western Health Advantage
  • Western Health Advantage - HMO

Medical Specialties

Kristin A. Shimano has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Kristin A. Shimano has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Cancer
  • Check-up
  • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
  • Hematologist
  • Immunization
  • Leukemia
  • Oncologist
  • Pediatric Diabetes
  • Physical
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

23 Years Experience

Kristin A. Shimano 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 Harvard Medical School in 2003.

NPI Number

Kristin A. Shimano's NPI number is 1831117571.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Kristin Shimano's office located?
Kristin Shimano's office is located at 1975 4th St, San Francisco, CA, 94143.
Which hospitals is Kristin Shimano affiliated with?
Kristin Shimano is affiliated with Ucsf Helen Diller Medical Center At Parnassus Heights.
How can I make an appointment with Kristin Shimano?
You can find contact information for Kristin Shimano here on Vitals.
Does Kristin Shimano accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Kristin Shimano has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Kristin Shimano accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Kristin Shimano accepts on their Vitals profile.

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