The 20 Best Atherosclerosis Doctors in Japan

Find the Top Atherosclerosis Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 2963 doctor with experience in Atherosclerosis near Japan. Of these, 2532 are Experienced, 353 are Advanced, 70 are Distinguished and 8 are Elite.

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    Elite in Atherosclerosis

    Osamu Iida
    Elite in Atherosclerosis

    Osamu Iida
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    Osaka, JP 

    Osamu Iida practices practicing medicine in Osaka, Japan. Mr. Iida is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peripheral Artery Disease, Atherosclerosis, Atrial Fibrillation, Angioplasty, and Stent Placement.

    Elite in Atherosclerosis

    Yoshimitsu Soga
    Elite in Atherosclerosis

    Yoshimitsu Soga
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    Kitakyushu, JP 

    Yoshimitsu Soga practices practicing medicine in Kitakyushu, Japan. Soga is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. They are also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Peripheral Artery Disease, Atherosclerosis, Stable Angina, Angioplasty, and Stent Placement.

    Elite in Atherosclerosis

    Shizuya Yamashita
    Elite in Atherosclerosis

    Shizuya Yamashita
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    Suita, JP 

    Shizuya Yamashita practices practicing medicine in Suita, Japan. Yamashita is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. They are also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertriglyceridemia, High Cholesterol, Protein Deficiency, Liver Transplant, and Cardiac Ablation.

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    Elite in Atherosclerosis

    Mitsuyoshi Takahara
    Elite in Atherosclerosis

    Mitsuyoshi Takahara
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    Osaka, JP 

    Mitsuyoshi Takahara practices practicing medicine in Osaka, Japan. Mr. Takahara is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peripheral Artery Disease, Atherosclerosis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Angioplasty, and Stent Placement.

    Elite in Atherosclerosis

    Masataka Sata
    Elite in Atherosclerosis

    Masataka Sata
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    Tokushima, JP 

    Masataka Sata practices practicing medicine in Tokushima, Japan. Mr. Sata is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Heart Failure, Cardiac Ablation, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Elite in Atherosclerosis

    Tsutomu Hirano
    Elite in Atherosclerosis

    Tsutomu Hirano
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    Ebina, JP 

    Tsutomu Hirano practices practicing medicine in Ebina, Japan. Mr. Hirano is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atherosclerosis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), High Cholesterol, and Familial Hypertriglyceridemia.

    Elite in Atherosclerosis

    Hayato Tada
    Elite in Atherosclerosis

    Hayato Tada
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    Kanazawa, JP 

    Hayato Tada practices practicing medicine in Kanazawa, Japan. Mr. Tada is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypercholesterolemia, High Cholesterol, Sitosterolemia, Cardiac Ablation, and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI).

    Elite in Atherosclerosis

    Yukihito Higashi
    Elite in Atherosclerosis

    Yukihito Higashi
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    Hiroshima, JP 

    Yukihito Higashi practices practicing medicine in Hiroshima, Japan. Higashi is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. They are also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Buerger Disease, Thromboangiitis Obliterans, Atherosclerosis, Hypertension, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Distinguished in Atherosclerosis

    Toyoaki Murohara
    Distinguished in Atherosclerosis

    Toyoaki Murohara
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    Nagoya, JP 

    Toyoaki Murohara practices practicing medicine in Nagoya, Japan. Murohara is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. They are also highly rated in 61 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), Heart Failure, Cardiomyopathy, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Cardiac Ablation.

    Distinguished in Atherosclerosis

    Issei Komuro
    Distinguished in Atherosclerosis

    Issei Komuro
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    Crest, 
    Tokyo, JP 

    Issei Komuro practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Mr. Komuro is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. He is also highly rated in 64 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Heart Attack, Cardiomyopathy, Heart Transplant, and Angioplasty.

    Distinguished in Atherosclerosis

    Kenji S. Suzuki
    Distinguished in Atherosclerosis

    Kenji S. Suzuki
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    Tokyo, JP 

    Kenji Suzuki practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Mr. Suzuki is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. He is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Peripheral Artery Disease, Cholecystitis, Angioplasty, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Distinguished in Atherosclerosis

    Yasushi Sakata
    Distinguished in Atherosclerosis

    Yasushi Sakata
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    Osaka, JP 

    Yasushi Sakata practices practicing medicine in Osaka, Japan. Sakata is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. They are also highly rated in 38 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Heart Failure, Protein Deficiency, Cardiac Ablation, and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI).

    Distinguished in Atherosclerosis

    Yoshio Kobayashi
    Distinguished in Atherosclerosis

    Yoshio Kobayashi
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    Chiba, JP 

    Yoshio Kobayashi practices practicing medicine in Chiba, Japan. Mr. Kobayashi is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. He is also highly rated in 59 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiomyopathy, Coronary Heart Disease, Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Cardiac Ablation.

    Distinguished in Atherosclerosis

    Kenichi Tsujita
    Distinguished in Atherosclerosis

    Kenichi Tsujita
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    Kumamoto, JP 

    Kenichi Tsujita practices practicing medicine in Kumamoto, Japan. Mr. Tsujita is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. He is also highly rated in 54 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Transthyretin Amyloid Cardiomyopathy, Coronary Heart Disease, Cardiac Amyloidosis, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Cardiac Ablation.

    Distinguished in Atherosclerosis

    Takanari Kitazono
    Distinguished in Atherosclerosis

    Takanari Kitazono
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    Fukuoka, JP 

    Takanari Kitazono practices practicing medicine in Fukuoka, Japan. Kitazono is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. They are also highly rated in 47 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Chronic Kidney Disease, Calcinosis, Kidney Transplant, and Thrombectomy.

    Distinguished in Atherosclerosis

    Tatsuya Nakama
    Distinguished in Atherosclerosis

    Tatsuya Nakama
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    Urayasu, JP 

    Tatsuya Nakama practices practicing medicine in Urayasu, Japan. Mr. Nakama is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peripheral Artery Disease, Atherosclerosis, Calcinosis, Angioplasty, and Atherectomy.

    Distinguished in Atherosclerosis

    Ken-ichi Hirata
    Distinguished in Atherosclerosis

    Ken-ichi Hirata
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    Tokyo, JP 

    Ken-ichi Hirata practices practicing medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Mr. Hirata is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. He is also highly rated in 46 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Hypertension, Hypertension, Coronary Heart Disease, Angioplasty, and Cardiac Ablation.

    Distinguished in Atherosclerosis

    Daizo Kawasaki
    Distinguished in Atherosclerosis

    Daizo Kawasaki
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    Morinomiya, JP 

    Daizo Kawasaki practices practicing medicine in Morinomiya, Japan. Kawasaki is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. They are also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Peripheral Artery Disease, Atherosclerosis, Heart Attack, Angioplasty, and Stent Placement.

    Distinguished in Atherosclerosis

    Mariko Shiba-Harada
    Distinguished in Atherosclerosis

    Mariko Shiba-Harada
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    Osaka, JP 

    Mariko Shiba-Harada practices practicing medicine in Osaka, Japan. Ms. Shiba-Harada is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HeFH), High Cholesterol, Familial Hypercholesterolemia, and Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HoFH).

    Distinguished in Atherosclerosis

    Hirotsugu Ueshima
    Distinguished in Atherosclerosis

    Hirotsugu Ueshima
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    JP 

    Hirotsugu Ueshima practices practicing medicine in Japan. Ueshima is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Atherosclerosis. They are also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Atherosclerosis, Calcinosis, Coronary Heart Disease, and Hypertension.

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    Last Updated: 06/30/2026

    What is the definition of Atherosclerosis?

    Atherosclerosis, sometimes called "hardening of the arteries," occurs when fat, cholesterol, and other substances build up in the walls of arteries. These deposits are called plaques. Over time, these plaques can narrow or completely block the arteries and cause problems throughout the body.

    Atherosclerosis is a common disorder.

    When should I see an Atherosclerosis 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 Atherosclerosis 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 do I find the best Atherosclerosis doctor in Japan?

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    How does MediFind rank Atherosclerosis 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 Atherosclerosis 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 Atherosclerosis 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 Atherosclerosis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Atherosclerosis 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 Atherosclerosis 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 Atherosclerosis 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 Atherosclerosis 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 Atherosclerosis doctors in Japan?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Atherosclerosis 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 Atherosclerosis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Atherosclerosis 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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