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Dr. Michael Nakao, MD

Geriatric Medicine*
2.9 (11)
Map Pin Small Albany, NY
Accepting new patients
49 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Michael Nakao, MD

Dr. Michael Nakao, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Albany, NY. They specialize in Geriatric Medicine, has 49 years of experience, and is board certified in Critical Care Medicine. They graduated from STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK / HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT STONY BROOK and is affiliated with Saint Peter's Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Nakao an average 2.9 star rating.

Dr. Nakao works at Practice in Albany, NY with other offices in Troy, NY. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Nakao's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Executive Woods Sleep Disorder Ctr LLC
    5 Palisades Dr Ste 100, Albany, NY 12205 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (518) 438-4496
  2. 2
    Saint Peters Hospital
    315 S Manning Blvd, Albany, NY 12208 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (518) 438-4496
  3. 3
    Samaritan Hospital-st Mary's Campus
    1300 Massachusetts Ave, Troy, NY 12180 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (518) 268-6280

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    Specialties*
    • Geriatric Medicine

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    Years of Experience
    • 49 years of experience
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    • English
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    • 1538169404
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK / HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT STONY BROOK
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    Board Certifications
    • Critical Care Medicine, Internal Medicine and Pulmonary Disease
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