Expertise in
22
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Dr. Rick A. Nishimura

Cardiology
Mayo Clinic-Rochester
5716 Cleveland St Ste 200, 
Virginia Beach, VA 
Accepting New Patients
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Expertise in
22
conditions
Mayo Clinic-Rochester
5716 Cleveland St Ste 200, 
Virginia Beach, VA 

Overview

Rick Nishimura is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Virginia Beach, Virginia.

Dr. Nishimura is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Cardiomyopathy, Mitral Stenosis, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 311 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Nishimura is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Cardiology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in MN

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO

Locations

Mayo Clinic-Rochester
5716 Cleveland St Ste 200, Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Other Locations
Hy-Vee Pharmacy #4 (1556)
4221 W Circle Dr NW, Rochester, MN 55901

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

A Prospective Incident Study of Arrhythmias in Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
A Prospective Incident Study of Arrhythmias in Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: February 05, 2026

308 Total Publications

Echoes Beyond E and A: Solving the Mystery of the Third Diastolic Wave.
Echoes Beyond E and A: Solving the Mystery of the Third Diastolic Wave.
Journal: CASE (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Published: May 04, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Rick A. Nishimura

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Rick A. Nishimura?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Rick A. Nishimura by calling their office at 757-490-4802. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Rick A. Nishimura a top-rated expert for Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Rick A. Nishimura is classified as an Elite expert for Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), 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. Rick A. Nishimura specialize in?

While Dr. Rick A. Nishimura is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Cardiomyopathy, and Mitral Stenosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.

Does Dr. Rick A. Nishimura participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Rick A. Nishimura has published 308 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM). You can view a list of Dr. Rick A. Nishimura's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Rick A. Nishimura accept my insurance?

Dr. Rick A. Nishimura accepts most major insurance plans, including Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 757-490-4802 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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