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Michael JK Shigemasa, MD

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My specialty:
Anesthesiology

My provider affiliation:
Kaiser Permanente provider

I speak: English

My gender: Male

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About me

I was born on Oahu and was grew up in Pearl City. I went to Mid Pacific Institute, Seattle University, and the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences in Maryland. I then went on to do a transitional internship at Tripler Army Medical Center and a residency at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. I’m board certified in anesthesiology.

 

My parents, a retired nurse and a military retiree, both came from humble beginnings. They strove to provide me with the best possible education and the greatest opportunities to succeed. They and my brothers, sisters, and grandmother helped to mold me into the person I am today, and for that I’m forever grateful.

 

My wife, whom I met in high school, supported me through medical school and residency while enduring East Coast winters. She was there during some of my most challenging moments and always understood how important it was to me to accomplish the dream of becoming a physician. I promised her that one day we’d return home.

About my practice

My interest in medicine was sparked in a high school biology lab. After shadowing a pediatrician and volunteering in an emergency department, I grew to become comfortable in clinical settings. At first I thought I’d become a pediatrician because I liked working with children, their families, and various pediatric staff throughout the hospital. I wanted to make a difference in the lives of patients and provide a level of care that I felt everyone deserved.

 

During medical school, however, I realized that I was happiest when I heard patients express their gratitude for what we did for them while they were under anesthesia. I also enjoyed assisting patients in a variety of surgeries, allaying their fears, discussing complex cases with colleagues, and participating in the team approach used by Hawaii Permanente Medical Group at the time of surgery.

How I thrive

I try to work out several days a week, mixing cardio and weightlifting. I use my free time to pursue outdoor activities that help me clear and reset my mind. I love going to my kids’ soccer games, watching their ballet performances, and seeing them grow. I also enjoy fishing, hunting, and snowboarding.

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My training, certifications & licensing

Medical school

Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
Bethesda , MD

Board certification

Anesthesiology

American Board of Anesthesiology

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Medical training

Internship

Transitional Year

Tripler Army Medical Center
Honolulu , HI

Residency

Anesthesiology

National Capital Consortium
Bethesda , MD

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Provider ID

21693

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