4.4
8 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Steven Shimotakahara is an otolaryngology-head and neck surgery specialist with nearly five decades of medical practice experience. He earned his medical degree from McGill University Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency training at the University of Western Ontario. Dr. Shimotakahara also brings expertise in endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolism to his practice. He communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Shimotakahara practices at Bay Area Hospital in Coos Bay, Oregon, where he maintains affiliations with both Bay Area Hospital and Coquille Valley Hospital District. His clinical focus includes treating sinus conditions such as chronic sinusitis and deviated nasal septum. He performs specialized procedures including endoscopic sinus surgery and nasal endoscopy to help patients breathe more comfortably. Patients rate Dr. Shimotakahara 4.4 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
Dr. Shimotakahara practices at Bay Area Hospital in Coos Bay, Oregon, where he maintains affiliations with both Bay Area Hospital and Coquille Valley Hospital District. His clinical focus includes treating sinus conditions such as chronic sinusitis and deviated nasal septum. He performs specialized procedures including endoscopic sinus surgery and nasal endoscopy to help patients breathe more comfortably. Patients rate Dr. Shimotakahara 4.4 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
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Quick Facts
- 48 years of experience
- speaks English
- University Of Western Ontario
- 2 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 14 areas of expertise
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
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| Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery | Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery | Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery | Obstetrics & Gynecology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 48 Years of Experience | 41 Years of Experience | 24 Years of Experience | 38 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | |
| Coos Bay , OR | Coos Bay , OR | Coos Bay , OR | Malone , NY |
| Med School: Mc Gill Univ Fac Of Med | Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School | Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine | Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Steven George Shimotakahara has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Steven George Shimotakahara has the following 14 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
48 Years Experience
Dr. Steven George Shimotakahara holds an expired medical license in the state of Oregon.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Oregon that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at University Of Western Ontario.
Medical School
Graduated from Mc Gill Univ Fac Of Med in 1978.
NPI Number
Dr. Shimotakahara's NPI number is 1326024738.
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- Dr. Steven Shimotakahara's office is located at 1775 Thompson Rd, Coos Bay, OR, 97420.
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- What languages does Dr. Steven Shimotakahara speak?
- Dr. Steven Shimotakahara speaks English.
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