Overview
Wataru Tamura is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington.
Dr. Tamura is highly rated in 41 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Indigestion, Portal Hypertension, Childhood Volvulus, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Tamura is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1550 N 115th St, Seattle, WA 98133
11027 Meridian Ave N, Seattle, WA 98133
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Tamura 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
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Wataru Tamura
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Wataru Tamura?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Wataru Tamura by calling their office at 206-597-4244. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Wataru Tamura a top-rated expert for Indigestion?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Wataru Tamura is classified as an Distinguished expert for Indigestion, 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. Wataru Tamura specialize in?
While Dr. Wataru Tamura is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Indigestion, Portal Hypertension, and Childhood Volvulus. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Wataru Tamura participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Wataru Tamura has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Indigestion. You can view a list of Dr. Wataru Tamura's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Wataru Tamura accept my insurance?
Dr. Wataru Tamura accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 206-597-4244 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
- Distinguished
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Tamura isDistinguished. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- IndigestionDr. Tamura isDistinguished. Learn about Indigestion.
- Portal HypertensionDr. Tamura isDistinguished. Learn about Portal Hypertension.
- Advanced
- Anal FissureDr. Tamura isAdvanced. Learn about Anal Fissure.
- Bacterial GastroenteritisDr. Tamura isAdvanced. Learn about Bacterial Gastroenteritis.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Tamura isAdvanced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Tamura isAdvanced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Tamura isAdvanced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Celiac DiseaseDr. Tamura isAdvanced. Learn about Celiac Disease.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Tamura isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- ColitisDr. Tamura isAdvanced. Learn about Colitis.
- Collagenous ColitisDr. Tamura isAdvanced. Learn about Collagenous Colitis.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Tamura isAdvanced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- Colorectal PolypsDr. Tamura isAdvanced. Learn about Colorectal Polyps.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Tamura isAdvanced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Tamura isAdvanced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- DiarrheaDr. Tamura isAdvanced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- Eosinophilic EsophagitisDr. Tamura isAdvanced. Learn about Eosinophilic Esophagitis.
- EsophagitisDr. Tamura isAdvanced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Tamura isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Fecal ImpactionDr. Tamura isAdvanced. Learn about Fecal Impaction.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Tamura isAdvanced. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- Gas Bloat SyndromeDr. Tamura isAdvanced. Learn about Gas Bloat Syndrome.
- Gastric DysmotilityDr. Tamura isAdvanced. Learn about Gastric Dysmotility.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- HeartburnDr. Tamura isAdvanced. Learn about Heartburn.
- Helicobacter Pylori InfectionDr. Tamura isAdvanced. Learn about Helicobacter Pylori Infection.
- Hemorrhagic ProctocolitisDr. Tamura isAdvanced. Learn about Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Tamura isAdvanced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Tamura isAdvanced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Dr. Tamura isAdvanced. Learn about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Tamura isAdvanced. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- Lymphocytic ColitisDr. Tamura isAdvanced. Learn about Lymphocytic Colitis.
- Morning SicknessDr. Tamura isAdvanced. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Tamura isAdvanced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- ProctitisDr. Tamura isAdvanced. Learn about Proctitis.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Tamura isAdvanced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Tamura isAdvanced. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Tamura isAdvanced. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Tamura isAdvanced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Tamura isAdvanced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.
- Experienced
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Campylobacter InfectionDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Campylobacter Infection.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- CholangitisDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Cholangitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- DICER1 SyndromeDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about DICER1 Syndrome.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- EncopresisDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Encopresis.
- EndoscopyDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- Eosinophilic ColitisDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilic Colitis.
- Eosinophilic EnteropathyDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilic Enteropathy.
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- Exocrine Pancreatic InsufficiencyDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.
- GastrectomyDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- GastroparesisDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- Giardia InfectionDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Giardia Infection.
- HepatitisDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis.
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
- Intestinal CancerDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Intestinal Cancer.
- JaundiceDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Jaundice.
- Lactose IntoleranceDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Lactose Intolerance.
- Levator SyndromeDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Levator Syndrome.
- Liver FailureDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Liver Failure.
- Mallory-Weiss SyndromeDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Mallory-Weiss Syndrome.
- MalnutritionDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Malnutrition.
- Menetrier DiseaseDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Menetrier Disease.
- Necrotizing EnterocolitisDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Necrotizing Enterocolitis.
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.
- Pseudomembranous ColitisDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Pseudomembranous Colitis.
- Sclerosing CholangitisDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Sclerosing Cholangitis.
- Sclerosing MesenteritisDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Sclerosing Mesenteritis.
- Small Bowel Bacterial OvergrowthDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Small Bowel Bacterial Overgrowth.
- TenesmusDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Tenesmus.
- VisceromegalyDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Visceromegaly.
- Vitamin B12 DeficiencyDr. Tamura isExperienced. Learn about Vitamin B12 Deficiency.


