Summary

Dr. Rick Nishimura is a cardiovascular disease specialist with internal medicine expertise who has practiced medicine for 48 years. He completed his medical education at Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center and pursued his residency training at Mayo Clinic and Medical School. His extensive experience spans nearly five decades in cardiovascular care and internal medicine. Dr. Nishimura communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Nishimura practices at multiple Mayo Clinic locations in Rochester, Minnesota, along with Olmsted Medical Center, and maintains an affiliation with Fountain Center of Albert Lea. His long-standing career reflects deep expertise in heart and vascular health, as well as comprehensive internal medicine care for adult patients. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his clinical skills and bedside manner.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 48 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Mayo Clinic And Medical School
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 38 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Rick Akira Nishimura has 5 locations

Mayo Clinic

200 1st St SwRochester, MN 55905
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

Mayo Clinic in Rochester

200 First StreetswRochester, MN 55905

Mayo Clinic Hospital Saint Marys Campus

1216 2nd St SwRochester, MN 55902

Olmsted Medical Center

1650 4th St SeRochester, MN 55904

Mayo Clinic Hospital Methodist Campus

201 Center St WRochester, MN 55902

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Cardiovascular DiseasePreventative MedicineCardiovascular DiseaseNeurology
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4.7 
48 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience 52 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Rochester , MNRochester , MNRochester , MNRochester , MN
Med School: Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School Med School: Dalhousie Univ Fac Of Med Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Rick Akira Nishimura

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Rick Akira Nishimura has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Rick Akira Nishimura has the following 38 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Aortic Valve Insufficiency
  • Aortic Valve Stenosis
  • Arrhythmia
  • Arteriosclerosis (Arterial Disease)
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Bacterial Endocarditis
  • Blood Clot
  • Cardiac Arrhythmias
  • Constrictive Pericarditis
  • Coronary Artery Angioplasty & Stent
  • Coronary Artery Bypass (Heart Bypass)
  • Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
  • Coronary Disease
  • Dilated Cardiomyopathy
  • Endocarditis
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Catheterization
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • Heart Valve Diseases
  • Heart Valve Prosthesis Implantation
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
  • Internal Medicine
  • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
  • Mitral Valve Prolapse
  • Mitral Valve Stenosis
  • Myocardial Diseases
  • Myocardial Infarction
  • Percutaneous Arterial Septic Defect (ASD) Closure
  • Pregnancy Complications, Cardiovascular
  • Pulmonary Hypertension
  • Pulmonary Valve Stenosis
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

48 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Mayo Clinic And Medical School.

Medical School

Graduated from Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center in 1978.

NPI Number

Dr. Nishimura's NPI number is 1538139654.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Rick Nishimura affiliated with?
Dr. Rick Nishimura is affiliated with Fountain Center Of Albert Lea.
Where is Dr. Rick Nishimura's office located?
Dr. Rick Nishimura's office is located at 200 1st St Sw, Rochester, MN, 55905.

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