Overview
Makoto Kawai is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Belmont, California.
Dr. Kawai is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Drowsiness, Excessive Daytime Sleepiness, and REM Behavior Disorder.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 22 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial.
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Locations
1301 Shoreway Rd Ste 100, Belmont, CA 94002
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
1 Clinical Trials
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Adolescent And Young Adult Neuro-Oncology Clinic
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Makoto Kawai
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Makoto Kawai?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Makoto Kawai by calling their office at 650-596-7000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Makoto Kawai a top-rated expert for Obstructive Sleep Apnea?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Makoto Kawai is classified as an Distinguished expert for Obstructive Sleep Apnea, 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. Makoto Kawai specialize in?
While Dr. Makoto Kawai is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Drowsiness, and Excessive Daytime Sleepiness. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Makoto Kawai participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Makoto Kawai has published 22 articles and abstracts on conditions like Obstructive Sleep Apnea. You can view a list of Dr. Makoto Kawai's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Makoto Kawai accept my insurance?
Dr. Makoto Kawai accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 650-596-7000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Distinguished
- Obstructive Sleep ApneaDr. Kawai isDistinguished. Learn about Obstructive Sleep Apnea.
- Advanced
- DrowsinessDr. Kawai isAdvanced. Learn about Drowsiness.
- Excessive Daytime SleepinessDr. Kawai isAdvanced. Learn about Excessive Daytime Sleepiness.
- REM Behavior DisorderDr. Kawai isAdvanced. Learn about REM Behavior Disorder.
- Experienced
- Autonomic NeuropathyDr. Kawai isExperienced. Learn about Autonomic Neuropathy.
- Central Sleep ApneaDr. Kawai isExperienced. Learn about Central Sleep Apnea.
- EpilepsyDr. Kawai isExperienced. Learn about Epilepsy.
- Generalized Tonic-Clonic SeizureDr. Kawai isExperienced. Learn about Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.
- Idiopathic HypersomniaDr. Kawai isExperienced. Learn about Idiopathic Hypersomnia.
- InsomniaDr. Kawai isExperienced. Learn about Insomnia.