Overview
Yohko Murakami M.D. graduated with Honors from Stanford University with a Bachelors in Human Biology and a Masters in Psychology. She went onto obtain her medical degree from the Stanford University School of Medicine. She completed her ophthalmology residency at the University of Southern California/Doheny-Jules Stein Eye Institute in Los Angeles, California and then returned to the Bay Area for a fellowship in glaucoma at the University of California, San Francisco. She is an active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Glaucoma Society, the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology, and the California Medical Association.
Dr. Murakami specializes in glaucoma and cataract surgery. Originally born and raised in Tokyo, Japan, she is fluent in Japanese and proficient in Spanish. Her research focuses on the investigation of new surgical, medical, and laser approaches in the management of glaucoma in the United States and Japan. She is also actively involved in teaching and mentoring ophthalmology residents and medical students at Stanford University.
Outside of her medical practice, she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, yoga, dancing, and kickboxing.
Dr. Yohko Murakami practices in the Samaritan Drive, DeAnza Boulevard, and Santa Cruz offices.
Dr. Murakami is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Cataract Removal.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 8 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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10300 South De Anza Boulevard, Cupertino, CA 95014
1663 Dominican Way, Suite 212, Santa Cruz, CA 95065
2577 Samaritan Drive, Suite 740, San Jose, CA 95124
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Yohko Murakami
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Yohko Murakami?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Yohko Murakami by calling their office at 408-253-3083. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Yohko Murakami a top-rated expert for Glaucoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Yohko Murakami is classified as an Distinguished expert for Glaucoma, 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. Yohko Murakami specialize in?
While Dr. Yohko Murakami is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Glaucoma, Cataract, and Dry Eye Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Yohko Murakami participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Yohko Murakami has published 8 articles and abstracts on conditions like Glaucoma. You can view a list of Dr. Yohko Murakami's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Yohko Murakami accept my insurance?
Dr. Yohko Murakami accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 408-253-3083 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- GlaucomaDr. Murakami isDistinguished. Learn about Glaucoma.
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- CataractDr. Murakami isAdvanced. Learn about Cataract.
- Dry Eye SyndromeDr. Murakami isAdvanced. Learn about Dry Eye Syndrome.
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- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Murakami isExperienced. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- Allergic ConjunctivitisDr. Murakami isExperienced. Learn about Allergic Conjunctivitis.
- BlepharitisDr. Murakami isExperienced. Learn about Blepharitis.
- ChalazionDr. Murakami isExperienced. Learn about Chalazion.
- Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)Dr. Murakami isExperienced. Learn about Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye).
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Murakami isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.