Summary

Dr. Naruhito Watanabe is a thoracic surgeon who specializes in complex heart and chest procedures, with particular expertise in surgery. He earned his medical degree from Gifu University School of Medicine and has been practicing for 27 years, building extensive experience in treating patients with serious cardiac conditions.

Dr. Watanabe is affiliated with Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford and practices in Palo Alto, California, as well as Sacramento. His clinical focus centers on treating patients with congenital heart disease and heart valve disease. He performs heart defect repair procedures and open heart defect surgery to help patients with complex cardiac conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 3
  • 27 years of experience
  • 26 insurance plans accepted
  • Gifu University School Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Naruhito Watanabe has 4 locations

Lucile Salter Packard Childrens Hospital At Stanford

725 Welch RdPalo Alto, CA 94304

University Of California Davis Childrens Hospital

2315 Stockton BlvdSacramento, CA 95817

Ose Adams Medical Pavilion

2825 Capitol AveSacramento, CA 95816

Mercy General Hospital

4001 J StSacramento, CA 95819

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Thoracic SurgeryThoracic SurgeryThoracic SurgeryThoracic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.2 
27 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Palo Alto , CAStanford , CASan Jose , CAStanford , CA
Med School: Gifu University School Of Medicine Med School: New York Medical College Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Naruhito Watanabe

  • Aetna
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan - Medicare
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Moda Health
  • Partnership HealthPlan of California
  • Sutter Health Plus
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Western Health Advantage - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Naruhito Watanabe has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Naruhito Watanabe has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Congenital Cardiac Surgery (thoracic)
  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Gifu University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1999

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Naruhito Watanabe's office located?
Dr. Naruhito Watanabe's office is located at 725 Welch Rd, Palo Alto, CA, 94304.
Does Dr. Naruhito Watanabe accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Naruhito Watanabe has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. Naruhito Watanabe accepting new patients?
Dr. Naruhito Watanabe has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Naruhito Watanabe accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Naruhito Watanabe accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Naruhito Watanabe affiliated with?
Dr. Naruhito Watanabe is affiliated with Lucile Salter Packard Childrens Hospital At Stanford.

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