Expertise in
3
conditions

Dr. Naruhito Watanabe

Thoracic Surgery
Stanford Hospital And Clinics
965 High St, 
Palo Alto, CA 
Expertise in
3
conditions
Stanford Hospital And Clinics
965 High St, 
Palo Alto, CA 

Overview

Naruhito Watanabe is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California.

Dr. Watanabe is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pectus Excavatum, Vascular Ring, Pectus Carinatum, and Partial Atrioventricular Canal.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 10 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

Thoracic Surgery

Licenses

Pediatric Surgery in CA

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO

Locations

Stanford Hospital and Clinics
965 High St, Palo Alto, CA 94301

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.

10 Total Publications

Simultaneous repair of pectus excavatum with congenital heart surgery for a 72-year-old patient: Case report.
Simultaneous repair of pectus excavatum with congenital heart surgery for a 72-year-old patient: Case report.
Journal: SAGE open medical case reports
Published: June 26, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Naruhito Watanabe

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Naruhito Watanabe?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Naruhito Watanabe by calling their office at 650-723-4000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Naruhito Watanabe a top-rated expert for Pectus Excavatum?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Naruhito Watanabe is classified as an Advanced expert for Pectus Excavatum, 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. Naruhito Watanabe specialize in?

While Dr. Naruhito Watanabe is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Pectus Excavatum, Vascular Ring, and Pectus Carinatum. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.

Does Dr. Naruhito Watanabe participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Naruhito Watanabe has published 10 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pectus Excavatum. You can view a list of Dr. Naruhito Watanabe's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Naruhito Watanabe accept my insurance?

Dr. Naruhito Watanabe accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna. We recommend calling the office directly at 650-723-4000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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