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Dr. Kenneth Shimizu, MD

Radiation Oncology
Accepting new patients
37 years of experience
Scripps Cancer Center, John J. Hopkins 10670 John J Hopkins Dr, San Diego, CA 92121
(858) 554-4100

Overview
Location
Expertise
Insurance

Brief Intro

Kenneth Shimizu, MD, is a radiation oncologist with expertise in stereotactic radiosurgery including Gamma Knife and SRS/SBRT on our TrueBeam STX , intraoperative radiation therapy (IORT) and managing the care of patients with breast, prostate, skin and brain tumors. In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Shimizu conducts research on stereotactic radiosurgery and the treatment of breast cancer with IORT. He also stays informed on new technology to deliver the most advanced care to patients. He believes in compassionate care and working collaboratively with specialists to determine the best, most comprehensive treatment. Dr. Shimizu has always been fascinated by science, specifically genetics and molecular biology. He has also always had an interest in helping people and doing things to benefit others. In medical school, these two interests lead him toward a specialty in oncology. During his rotation in radiation oncology, he knew he had found his calling. Fighting cancer is both a scientific and human endeavor, and his objective is to win the fight with science and compassion. In his spare time, he enjoys playing basketball, trying new foods and spending time with his family.

Education Background

RESIDENCY

Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

Ucla Med Ctr, Radiation Oncology

MEDICAL SCHOOL

University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca - 1988

University of California - 1988

Languages Spoken

English

Location & Hours

10670 John J Hopkins Dr, San Diego, CA 92121
Mon:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat:Closed
Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

Radiation Oncology

Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

SCAN Health Plan
Sharp Health Plan
BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
UnitedHealthcare
Tricare
Molina Healthcare
Humana
Medicare
Anthem Blue Cross
Blue Shield of California
APWU
Commonwealth Care Alliance

Cancer 86
Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery 79
Orthopedics 161
Neurology & Neurosurgery 120
Gastroenterology & GI Surgery 149
Pulmonology & Lung Surgery 161
Diabetes & Endocrinology 65
Children's Hospital 18
Urology 149
Psychiatry 91
Geriatrics 143
Rehabilitation 73
Obsterics & Gynecology 23
Ophthalmology 8
Ear, Nose & Throat 10
Rheumatology 4
Long Term Care 19
Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) 99