Dr. Nelson T. Yamagata, MD | Templeton, CA | Neurologist

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Dr. Nelson Yamagata treats hypoesthesia, neuropathic pain, and diabetic neuropathy, and performs electromyogram and nerve conduction studies and electroencephalogram procedures. He practices neurology and has 38 years of experience. Dr. Yamagata is affiliated with Adventist Health Twin Cities in Templeton, California, where he completed his medical training at the University of California Irvine College of Medicine and his residency at UCLA Medical Center. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Yamagata 4.05 out of 5.

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21 Ratings
38 years of experience
19 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Ucla Medical Center
8 written reviews
1 specialty
8 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

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

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Dr. Yamagata's Ratings and Reviews

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21 Ratings with 8 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 12 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Had a good bedside manner: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Spent time with me: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Flexible scheduling: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
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what's weird is he managed to hold his breath I could not hear his breathing. what a swell guy!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

March 18th, 2021

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Dr Yamagata took the time to do a thorough examination, enter info into the computer then push back and explain things in depth. Actually took the time to show me my MRI results on line and explain what I was seeing! Excellent patient care!

July 29th, 2019

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This guy is horrible. After having him NOT look at all available data, he made a false diagnosis. Not only that he now schedules appointments and doesn’t tell us about them. He then bills us for missed appointments that he NEVER confirmed? We have reported him for insurance fraud! This guy is a hack.

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Needs Improvement

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

June 9th, 2018

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Dr. Yamagata's calm, thorough explanation of my issue was a big relief. He made sure I understood everything, and answered all of my questions without hurrying me.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

April 25th, 2017

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The front office has no idea how to honor confirmed appointments. Thy double book and will not work with you to get you back in.

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Needs Improvement

Spent time with me
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April 24th, 2017

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he is on it . diagnosed me ; very down to earth,i will be back.very soon.money no object-with right dr.very happy.other dr not happy with not care with full deck

July 10th, 2012

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Doctor Yamagata has accurately diagnosed my extremely rare genetic neurologic disease and follows up with me regularly. He takes note of every change, or every oddity, in my condition and sets me up with tertiary care appropriate to diagnose and treat the new symptom or reaction. He never makes me feel as if he is rushing me out, I always feel as if I am the only patient he needs to see right then. I believe this is a result of excellent patient scheduling.Initially,I was a patient of Dr. Yamagata's previous office mate, and I liked him so well that I wasn't looking forward to the change. It took only two visits with Dr. Yamagata to convince me I had exchanged one excellent Neurologist for another...and when you have a condition such as mine, you better believe that only the best will do!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 8th, 2011

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He was the worst doctor. I was in the ICU unconscious and he claimed he never knew who I was. He didn't want to take responsibility. I switched doctors and found someone who actually cared about me. I also had someone else give me a referreal to UCLA! Dr. Yamagata Is teh WORST unethical, doctor I've ever had. He is the only one around that is for 18+ DO NOT SEE HIM!!!!

Did Well

Spent time with me

Needs Improvement

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

August 19th, 2010

Yamagata Nelson Toru Office

265 Posada Ln Ste DTempleton, CA 93465

Tel: (805) 434-0335

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

Adventist Health Twin Cities

1100 Las Tablas RdTempleton, CA 93465

Tel: (805) 434-3500


Dr. Nelson Toru Yamagata, MD	Dr. Mariana Schmajuk, MD	Dr. Sara Zarei, MD, PhD	Dr. Ali Elahi, MD
Neurology	Neurology	Neurology	Neurology
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4 (21 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	3.3 (31 Ratings)
38 Years of Experience	14 Years of Experience	8 Years of Experience	26 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Spanish, Farsi	Speaks English, German, Persian, Spanish
Templeton , CA	Palo Alto , CA	Orange , CA	Corona Del Mar , CA
Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine	Med School: Columbia University Presbyterian Hospital - New York, NY	Med School: San Juan Bautista School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine
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Neurology

Alzheimer's Disease
Electromyography
Epilepsy
Headache
Migraine Disorder
Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Nerve Conduction Studies
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Dr. Nelson Toru Yamagata 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 Ucla Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine in 1988.

NPI Number

Dr. Yamagata's NPI number is 1821024852.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Nelson Yamagata affiliated with?: Dr. Nelson Yamagata is affiliated with Adventist Health Twin Cities.
What languages does Dr. Nelson Yamagata speak?: Dr. Nelson Yamagata speaks English.
Where is Dr. Nelson Yamagata's office located?: Dr. Nelson Yamagata's office is located at 265 Posada Ln Ste D, Templeton, CA, 93465.

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