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Dr. Sara Sakamoto, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
4.1 (12)
Map Pin Small Hilo, HI
Accepting new patients

Overview of Dr. Sara Sakamoto, MD

Dr. Sara Sakamoto, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Hilo, HI. They graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine and is affiliated with Hilo Medical Center. Dr. Sakamoto, completed a residency at UMDNJ. Patients rated Dr. Sakamoto an average 4.1 star rating.

Dr. Sakamoto works at Practice in Hilo, HI with other offices in Kailua, HI. They are accepting new patients and accept Blue Cross Blue Shield and UnitedHealthCare 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. Sakamoto's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Hilo Medical Center
    1190 Waianuenue Ave, Hilo, HI 96720 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (808) 932-3000
  2. 2
    Office
    30 Aulike St Ste 201, Kailua, HI 96734 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (808) 261-4658

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  • Hilo Medical Center

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Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
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Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
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Rheumatoid Arthritis
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Scapular Fracture
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Scoliosis
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
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Strain of Muscle and-or Tendon of Forearm
Tendon Injuries
Tibial Fracture
Ulnar Nerve Entrapment at Wrist
Arm Surgery
Arthrocentesis
Bone Scan
Bunion Surgery
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Excision of Tarsal or Metatarsal
Fracture Care
Hammer Toe Repair
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Hand Tendon Repair
Hip Dislocation
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Joint Drainage
Joint Fluid Test
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
McMurray's Test
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Nerve Release
Partial Hip Replacement
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Spinal and Postural Screening
Steroid Injection
Synovial Biopsy
Wrist Replacement
Wrist Surgery
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    About Dr. Sara Sakamoto, MD

    Specialties*
    • Orthopedic Surgery

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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1447411533
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Mount Sinai Hospital
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • UMDNJ
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • Tufts University School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Brown University
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery
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