Dr. Gerald WatanabeMD

Dr. Watanabe specializes in internal medicine with a particular focus on chronic condition management. He treats patients with type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. He also emphasizes preventive care, reviewing each patient's lifestyle, family history, and physical condition to identify potential health risks early.

Dr. Watanabe builds a personal partnership with each patient. He and his office team work collaboratively with patients to develop individualized health plans. He addresses current medical issues while actively working to prevent future ones.

Dr. Watanabe earned his medical degree from St. Louis University School of Medicine in 1990. He completed both his internship and internal medicine residency at the University of Hawaii Medicine Residency Program in Honolulu, finishing in 1993.

Yes. Dr. Watanabe maintains affiliations with two Honolulu hospitals: Kuakini Medical Center and The Queen's Medical Center. He also serves on multiple committees at Kuakini Medical Center, including the Credentials Committee and the Steering Committee for the Department of Medicine.

Yes. Dr. Watanabe's office handles specialist coordination directly for patients. The staff contacts specialists and arranges appointments on the patient's behalf, so patients do not need to navigate that process alone.

Yes. Dr. Watanabe makes himself available to patients by phone after hours and on weekends. Members can reach him directly for urgent concerns without waiting for a scheduled appointment.

S. S. Department of Homeland Security. He also works as Medical Consultant and School Physician for Maryknoll Schools and mentors students through the 'Iolani School Professional Career Mentor Program.

Dr. Watanabe has practiced internal medicine in Honolulu for over 13 years as a primary care physician, with some patients reporting relationships spanning more than two decades. He completed his residency training in Honolulu and has remained in the community throughout his career.