Overview
Dr. Akiko Tanaka earned her medical degree at Kobe University in Kobe, Japan, and a PhD from Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine. She completed a cardiovascular and congenital heart surgery residency and fellowship at Kobe University Hospital. She came to Houston for a residency in vascular surgery as well as a fellowship in aortic and structural heart surgery at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston. Dr. Tanaka treats patients from age 14 through adulthood and also speaks Japanese. Her primary clinical interests are aortic disease, coronary artery disease, valve disease, peripheral vascular disease, carotid disease, dialysis access and venous disease. She treats all types of aortic disease, from the aortic root to abdominal aorta and performs carotid endarterectomy, carotid angioplasty and stenting, open and endovascular aortic aneurysm repair, repair of peripheral and visceral arterial aneurysms, open surgical revascularization and limb salvage (upper and lower extremity revascularization). Dr. Tanaka spends time talking with her patients and sharing diagrams that help them understand their conditions and treatment plans. A resident of the Medical Center area, Dr. Tanaka enjoys indoor climbing in her leisure time.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Gangrene, Aortic Dissection, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Arterial Insufficiency, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Tanaka is currently accepting new patients.
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Dr. Tanaka has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
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Dr. Anthony Estrera is a graduate of the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School at Dallas. He completed a residency in general surgery and a fellowship in cardiothoracic surgery at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. Board certified in surgery and thoracic surgery, Dr. Estrera’s clinical interests include cardiac surgery, valvular heart disease, aortic aneurysms and aortic dissection. He has practiced in Houston since 1994, treating patients 18 and older. Dr. Estrera is professor and chief of cardiac surgery in the Department of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth and medical director of Cardiovascular ICU and Cardiovascular IMU at Memorial Hermann Heart & Vascular Institute. He has received numerous professional recognitions and has authored or co-authored 26 book chapters and more than 100 articles in medical journals. Dr. Estrera’s practice philosophy reflects patient-centered care ensuring that “the patient always comes first.” He believes in good communications and provides individualized, personalized patient care. A resident of Houston, Dr. Estrera is married and the father of four children. His favorite leisure activities are running, swimming, reading and coaching. Dr. Estrera is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Dissection, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Estrera is currently accepting new patients.
Houston Methodist Cardiovascular Surgery Associates
Michael Reardon is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Reardon is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Heart Tumor, Aortic Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Reardon is currently accepting new patients.
Baylor College Of Medicine - Cardiothoracic Surgery
Joseph Coselli is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Coselli is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Dissection, Marfan Syndrome, Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Coselli is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Akiko Tanaka
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Akiko Tanaka?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Akiko Tanaka by calling their office at 713-486-5100. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Akiko Tanaka a top-rated expert for Gangrene?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Akiko Tanaka is classified as an Experienced expert for Gangrene, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Akiko Tanaka specialize in?
While Dr. Akiko Tanaka is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Gangrene, Aortic Dissection, and Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Akiko Tanaka participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Akiko Tanaka has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gangrene. You can view a list of Dr. Akiko Tanaka's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Akiko Tanaka accept my insurance?
Dr. Akiko Tanaka accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-486-5100 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Aortic DissectionDr. Tanaka isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- Arterial InsufficiencyDr. Tanaka isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Insufficiency.
- Cystic Medial Necrosis of AortaDr. Tanaka isExperienced. Learn about Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta.
- GangreneDr. Tanaka isExperienced. Learn about Gangrene.
- Peripheral Artery DiseaseDr. Tanaka isExperienced. Learn about Peripheral Artery Disease.