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53 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yamada, Neurologist in Iowa City, IA?
Dr. Thoru Yamada, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Iowa City, IA. He has been practicing for over 53 years. Dr. Yamada graduated from University of Medicine Mandalay and completed his residency at Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Psychiatry; Truman Med Ctr-West, Neurology. Dr. Yamada is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yamada’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yamada’s office at (319) 356-1616.
Where did Dr. Yamada go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Psychiatry; Truman Med Ctr-West, Neurology | University of Michigan Program
Medical School: Nagoya Natl Univ- Sch Of Med- Showa-Ku- Nagoya- Japan | University of Medicine Mandalay | Nagoya City University Medical School
What languages does Dr. Yamada speak?
Dr. Yamada and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Japanese
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Yamada typically treat?
As a Neurologist, conditions treated by Dr. Thoru Yamada may include:
Please contact Dr. Yamada's office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Yamada typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Thoru Yamada may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
Please contact Dr. Yamada's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Yamada accept my insurance?
Dr. Yamada accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 356-1616 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yamada accept in Iowa City, IA?
Dr. Yamada in Iowa City, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Yamada's office located?
What is Dr. Yamada's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yamada's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154313070.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yamada?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yamada
What is Dr. Thoru Yamada's specialty?
Dr. Yamada is a Neurologist near Iowa City, IA.
What does a Neurologist do?
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Is this Dr. Thoru Yamada affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yamada is affiliated with University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics, University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Thoru Yamada accepting new patients in Iowa City, IA?
Yes, Dr. Thoru Yamada is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thoru Yamada offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yamada's office at (319) 356-1616 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thoru Yamada?
Please contact Dr. Yamada's office at (319) 356-1616 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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