- Specialties:
- Endocrinology
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Education:
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Undergraduate: Southern Adventist University
Graduate: Loma Linda University School of Medicine
Medical Education: Loma Linda University School of Medicine
Residency: Kettering Medical Center
Fellowship: University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
- Board Certifications:
- Endocrinology, Internal Medicine
- Medical Staff Status:
- Samaritan Provider
- Accepting New Patients:
- Yes
- Clinical Interests:
- Diabetes, Wellness
- Bio:
Dr. Arakawa chose endocrinology because it combines his interest in physiology, lifestyle medicine and patient-centered care.
Prior to joining Samaritan, he worked at a mission clinic in Guam, where he also directed a wellness center with community programs to improve mental well-being and promote a healthy lifestyle improvement.
Dr. Arakawa describes his relationships with patients as a mutual collaboration that encompasses the health of mind, body and spirit.
He is involved with several faith-based non-profit organizations and participates in mission trips to underserved areas, including Romania, Mexico and the Pacific Islands. In his free time, he volunteers with community and church groups to provide health screenings and give educational talks. He is married and has two sons.
4.69 out of 5 (160 Reviews, 30 Comments)
The clinician’s star review is based on surveys sent to randomly selected patients following care. The patient satisfaction survey includes five questions about a patient’s experience with their clinician with responses averaged for the star score. Patient comments are from the question "How likely would you be to recommend this provider to your family and friends."
Clinician has had good advice.
Dr Arakawa is very professional, but easy to talk with. He does an excellent job of providing me the answers to my questions.
I definitely respect this doctor's professional advice and manner.
Dr Arakawa spent far more time with me then was scheduled for my appointment. He answered all my questions and definitely involved me in a lot of the decision making to come up with a good balance for my 100% hormone replacement therapy, which has not always been my experience with former endocrinologists.
Dr. is great! He is on top of my care. He always listens and has tons of information for me.
Very good
Shall reserve my recommendations for Very Good after 2-3 more interactions ;)
Dr Arakawa listens and answered all of my questions. He showed compassion and I would send all my friends and family to see him.
Excellent communication skills, very informative.
Overall it was informative with maybe some different option plans for the future.
I have great confidence in my doctor!
Dr. A. Explains what needs to be done for my condition clearly in a way I understand. Excellent experience
Arakawa was very kind and understanding about my setbacks and gave me a positive outlook on visiting my doctor.
I have already given good references of this physician to my general doctor.
EXCELLENT
Really like Dr. Arakawa..thorough & explains things well
Always attentive to her problems.
Dr. Arwakawa is a bright, compassionate, kind physician. His expertise in thyroid conditions has been a tremendous help to me.
Very knowledgeable and will to help any way possible.
Good.
Clinician is always friendly, informative, and easy to interact with. Shows a great deal of care and is very experienced at his branch of medicine.
Very professional & thorough!
The Doc did an excellent job...nice to have him on board!
Doctor was very kind, patient and knowledgeable.
I really appreciated the time the provider spent with me. He listened to all of my concerns and took time to answer so of my questions.
Thorough and professional.
Dr. Arakawa made a very favorable impression on me. He seemed quite competent.
No problem. Happy with my health care team.
I am very appreciative of all aspects of service by my doctor. Would highly recommend to others.
Very easy to talk with and understand. takes time to answer questions and explain details well.
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Meet Timothy “Tim” Arakawa, MD, PhD, Endocrinology
