Summary

Dr. Tina Kitajima is an internal medicine physician who has dedicated nearly three decades to providing comprehensive adult healthcare. She earned her medical degree from the prestigious David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and brings 29 years of clinical experience to her practice. Dr. Kitajima is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to connect with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Kitajima practices at Optum Specialty Care in Long Beach and Torrance Memorial Medical Center in Torrance, California. She specializes in managing complex conditions including type 2 diabetes and helping patients overcome fatigue and weakness. Her expertise extends to chronic wound care and wound debridement procedures, providing essential healing support for patients with persistent wounds. Additionally, she performs extremity X-rays to diagnose bone and joint concerns.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 29 years of experience
  • 22 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla
  • 1 specialty
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Tina Der Kitajima has 2 locations

Optum Specialty Care

2699 Atlantic AveLong Beach, CA 90806
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Tina Der Kitajima, MDDr. Salman Ahmed Khan, MDDr. Peter J Muran, MDDr. Nima Ghadimi, MD
Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
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29 Years of Experience 44 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Long Beach , CASan Marino , CANEWPORT BEACH , CAScottsdale , AZ
Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina Med School: Univ Iberoamericana Unibe Santo Domingo
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Tina Der Kitajima

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Optum Health
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Tina Der Kitajima has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

Dr. Tina Der Kitajima 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

Medical School

Graduated from David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla in 1997.

NPI Number

Dr. Kitajima's NPI number is 1033164892.

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What languages does Dr. Tina Der Kitajima speak?
Dr. Tina Der Kitajima speaks English and Spanish.
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Dr. Tina Der Kitajima's office is located at 2699 Atlantic Ave, Long Beach, CA, 90806.
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