The 20 Best Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD) Doctors in Japan

Find the Top Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD) Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 20 doctor with experience in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD) near Japan. Of these, 18 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Advanced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Kyoto, JP 

    Toyohiro Hirai practices practicing medicine in Kyoto, Japan. Hirai is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD). They are also highly rated in 37 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Emphysema, Metastatic Brain Tumor, Kidney Transplant, and Lung Transplant.

    Advanced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Advanced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Tokyo, JP 

    Kuniaki Seyama practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Seyama is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD). They are also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Lymphangioleiomyomatosis, Birt-Hogg-Dube Syndrome, Emphysema, Lung Transplant, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Experienced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Tokyo, JP 

    Kazuhisa Takahashi practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Takahashi is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD). They are also highly rated in 59 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Lymphangioleiomyomatosis, Birt-Hogg-Dube Syndrome, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy.

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    Experienced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Experienced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Okazaki, JP 

    Pei Zhao practices practicing medicine in Okazaki, Japan. Ms. Zhao is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD). Her clinical expertise encompasses Subcutaneous Emphysema, Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD), Emphysema, and Niemann-Pick Disease.

    Experienced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Experienced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Tokyo, JP 

    Tadashi Sato practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Mr. Sato is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD). He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Emphysema, Sialadenitis, Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Experienced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Experienced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Hongo, JP 

    Mitsuyoshi Suzuki practices practicing medicine in Hongo, Japan. Mr. Suzuki is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD). He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Pancreatitis, Bowlegs, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Liver Transplant.

    Experienced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Experienced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Sendai, JP 

    Toshihiro Nukiwa practices practicing medicine in Sendai, Japan. Nukiwa is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD). They are also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses EGFR Positive Lung Cancer, Lung Cancer, Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Pulmonary Fibrosis.

    Experienced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Experienced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Sapporo, JP 

    Masaru Suzuki practices practicing medicine in Sapporo, Japan. Mr. Suzuki is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD). He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Emphysema, Asthma, Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

    Experienced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Experienced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Sapporo, JP 

    Satoshi Konno practices practicing medicine in Sapporo, Japan. Mr. Konno is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD). He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Asthma, Sinusitis, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Sarcoidosis, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Experienced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Tokyo, JP 

    Toshiaki Shimizu practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Mr. Shimizu is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD). He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Viral Gastroenteritis, Childhood Pancreatitis, Tetralogy of Fallot, Endoscopy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

    Experienced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Experienced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Akita, JP 

    Atsuko Noguchi practices practicing medicine in Akita, Japan. Ms. Noguchi is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD). She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Lysinuric Protein Intolerance, Niemann-Pick Disease, Non-Langerhans-Cell Histiocytosis, and Aarskog Syndrome.

    Experienced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Experienced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Sapporo, JP 

    Masaharu Nishimura practices practicing medicine in Sapporo, Japan. Mr. Nishimura is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD). He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Sarcoidosis, Lung Cancer, Pulmonary Hypertension, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Experienced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Tokyo, JP 

    Tomoko Nakanishi practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Ms. Nakanishi is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD). She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses COVID-19, Long Haul COVID, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), and Interstitial Lung Disease.

    Experienced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Experienced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Tokyo, JP 

    Yoshihiro Ono practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Mr. Ono is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD). He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Liver Cancer, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Hepatectomy.

    Experienced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Experienced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Kyoto, JP 

    Susumu Sato practices practicing medicine in Kyoto, Japan. Mr. Sato is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD). He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Emphysema, Anaphylaxis, Lung Transplant, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Experienced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Experienced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Kyoto, JP 

    Toshiyuki Mizota practices practicing medicine in Kyoto, Japan. Mr. Mizota is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD). He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Blue Rubber Bleb Nevus Syndrome, Low Blood Pressure, Mediastinal Tumor, Awake Craniotomy, and Lung Transplant.

    Experienced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Experienced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Tokyo, JP 

    Satoshi Nakano practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Mr. Nakano is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD). He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Pancreatitis, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1, Cholestasis, and Bile Duct Obstruction.

    Experienced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Experienced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Hirosaki, JP 

    Sadatomo Tasaka practices practicing medicine in Hirosaki, Japan. Tasaka is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD). They are also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Pneumocystis Jiroveci Pneumonia, Pneumonia, Mycobacterium Avium Complex Infections, and Flu.

    Experienced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Experienced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Kawahara, JP 

    Tomohiro Handa practices practicing medicine in Kawahara, Japan. Mr. Handa is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD). He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis, Lung Transplant, and Liver Transplant.

    Experienced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Experienced in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
    Kyoto, JP 

    Kazuhiko Fukuda practices practicing medicine in Kyoto, Japan. Fukuda is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD). Their clinical expertise encompasses Low Blood Pressure, Cerebral Hypoxia, Cardiac Tamponade, Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, and Lung Transplant.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)?

    Alpha-1 antitrypsin (AAT) deficiency is a condition in which the body does not make enough of AAT, a protein that protects the lungs and liver from damage. The condition can lead to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and liver disease (cirrhosis).

    When should I see an Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD) doctor in Japan?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing an Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD) doctor in Japan?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD) doctors in Japan?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD) doctors in Japan?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with an Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD) doctor in Japan?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD) doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD) doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with an Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD) doctor in Japan?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD) doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD) doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD) doctors in Japan?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD) doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find an Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD) doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD) doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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