Overview
Melissa Kuwahara is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Hilo, Hawaii. Dr. Kuwahara has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Her top areas of expertise are Melorheostosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Osteopenia, Breast Lump, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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Locations
75 Puuhonu Pl Ste 204, Hilo, HI 96720
75 Puuhonu Pl Ste 202, Hilo, HI 96720
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.
Office
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Melissa Kuwahara
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Melissa Kuwahara?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Melissa Kuwahara by calling their office at 808-731-7409. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Melissa Kuwahara a top-rated expert for Melorheostosis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Melissa Kuwahara is classified as an Experienced expert for Melorheostosis, 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. Melissa Kuwahara specialize in?
While Dr. Melissa Kuwahara is a Obstetrics and Gynecology, they have specific expertise in Melorheostosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, and Osteopenia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Does Dr. Melissa Kuwahara participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Melissa Kuwahara has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Melorheostosis. You can view a list of Dr. Melissa Kuwahara's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Melissa Kuwahara accept my insurance?
Dr. Melissa Kuwahara accepts most major insurance plans, including AlohaCare and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 808-731-7409 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.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Experienced
- Breast LumpDr. Kuwahara isExperienced. Learn about Breast Lump.
- Intrauterine Device InsertionDr. Kuwahara isExperienced. Learn about Intrauterine Device Insertion.
- MelorheostosisDr. Kuwahara isExperienced. Learn about Melorheostosis.
- Melorheostosis with OsteopoikilosisDr. Kuwahara isExperienced. Learn about Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis.
- MenorrhagiaDr. Kuwahara isExperienced. Learn about Menorrhagia.
- OsteopeniaDr. Kuwahara isExperienced. Learn about Osteopenia.