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Dr. Steven Shimotakahara, MD

Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery* Age 71
Dr. Steven Shimotakahara, MD
3.5 (18 Ratings)

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Dr. Steven Shimotakahara, MD is an Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Specialist in Coos Bay, OR.
Dr. Steven Shimotakahara, MD
3.5 (18 Ratings)
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Dr. Steven Shimotakahara, MD

Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery* Age 71
Coos Bay, OR
Accepting new patients
47 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Steven Shimotakahara, MD is an Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Specialist in Coos Bay, OR.

About

Dr. Shimotakahara graduated from McGill University School of Medicine. Dr. Steven Shimotakahara, MD is an Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Specialist in Coos Bay, OR and has 47 years experience. Dr. Shimotakahara currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Bay Area Hospital and Curry General Hospital. Dr. Shimotakahara has experience treating conditions like Oral Cancer and Lip Cancer among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Shimotakahara received an average rating of 3.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 18 times. Dr. Shimotakahara's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Shimotakahara is board certified in Otolaryngology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Oral Cancer
Lip Cancer
Rhinoseptoplasty
Oral Cancer
Lip Cancer
Rhinoseptoplasty
Dysphagia
Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
Mixed Hearing Loss
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome
Salivary Gland Cancer
Tongue Cancer
Tonsil Cancer
Vocal Cord Paralysis
Ablation or Excision of Nasal Turbinates
Antrostomy and Antrotomy (Sinus Surgery)
Balloon Sinuplasty
Diagnostic Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy
Ethmoidectomy (Sinus Surgery)
Intranasal or Sinus Procedure
Nasal Septum Surgery (Septoplasty)
Radiofrequency Ablation Turbinate
Sleep Study
Wound Repair
Acoustic Neuroma
Acute Laryngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Tonsillitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Rhinitis
Anosmia
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Bell's Palsy
Broken Nose
Carcinoma Tongue
Cholesteatoma
Chronic Adenoid Infection
Chronic Laryngitis
Chronic Sinusitis
Chronic Tonsillitis
Conductive Hearing Loss
Cough
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Deafness
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Deviated Septum
Dizziness
Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
Ear Ache
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Earwax Buildup
Enlarged Turbinates
Facial Fracture
Facial Nerve Disorder
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gum Cancer
Head and Neck Cancer
Head or Neck Lump or Swelling
Headache
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Hyperparathyroidism
Jaw Fracture
Laryngeal Cancer
Laryngitis
Loss of Smell and Taste
Loss of Taste
Malignant Otitis Externa
Meniere's Disease
Mouth Cancer
Myringitis
Nasal Polyp
Nose Cancer
Nosebleed
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Parathyroid Cancer
Perforated Eardrum
Pharyngitis
Retropharyngeal Abscess
Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Soft Tissue Sarcoma of Head, Face, and Neck
Throat Cancer (Hypopharyngeal)
Throat Cancer (Nasopharyngeal)
Throat Cancer (Oropharyngeal)
Thyroid Cancer
Tinnitus
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TMJ
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Tongue-Tie
Tonsillitis
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Vertigo
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Vocal Cord Nodule
Vocal Cord Polyp
Wheezing
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Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Adenoidectomy
Audiometry
Carotid Ultrasound
Cervical Lymph Node Dissection
Cochlear Implant Insertion
Ear Tube Placement
Evaluation and Treatment of Sleep Disorders
Excision of Facial Bone
Excision of Parotid, Sublingual, or Submandibular Gland
Excision or Destruction of Palate or Uvula Lesion
Excision or Destruction of Pharynx Lesion
Excision or Destruction of Tongue Lesion
Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES)
Frenectomy
Glossectomy
Hearing Screening
Home Sleep Study
Laryngoscopy - Laryngotomy - Laryngectomy - Pharyngolaryngectomy - Pharyngectomy
Laryngoscopy and Laryngotomy
Lip, Excision or Resection
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Middle Ear Implant Candidacy Evaluation
Oral Cancer Screening
Parathyroidectomy
Perforated Eardrum Repair (Tympanoplasty)
Sphenoidotomy (Sinus Surgery)
Thyroid Lobectomy
Thyroid Scan
Thyroidectomy
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Tonsillectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Ultrasound, Thyroid
Vestibule and Floor of Mouth Excision or Destruction

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Locations

  1. 1 North Bend Medical Center
    1900 Woodland Dr, Coos Bay, OR 97420
  2. 2 Curry General Hospital
    94220 4th St, Gold Beach, OR 97444
  3. 3 Bay Area Hospital
    1775 Thompson Rd, Coos Bay, OR 97420
  4. 4 North Bend Medical Center Gold Beach
    94180 2nd St, Gold Beach, OR 97444
  5. 5 Curry General Hospital
    94220 4th St, Gold Beach, OR 97444

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shimotakahara
3.5
Based on 18 Reviews
5 Stars (10)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (2)
1 Star (5)

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May 14, 2021
He has served me & my family for 29 years. He is excellent!
Catherine Voellinger — May 14, 2021
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Specialties*
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • McGill University School of Medicine
    1978
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Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Steven Shimotakahara, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Shimotakahara's profile.

Dr. Shimotakahara frequently treats the following conditions: Oral Cancer and Lip Cancer. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Steven Shimotakahara, MD is affiliated with Bay Area Hospital and Curry General Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Steven Shimotakahara, MD holds board certification in Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Bay Area Hospital

    1775 Thompson Rd, Coos Bay, OR

  • Curry General Hospital

    94220 4th St, Gold Beach, OR