About
Dr. Kristine Uramoto is a board-certified internist and rheumatologist practicing in Honolulu, Hawaii. She earned her undergraduate degree from Stanford University in Biological Sciences and Political Science in 1988. She then completed her Doctorate of Medicine at the University of Hawaii, John A. Burns School of Medicine in 1992. Her internship and residency in Internal Medicine followed at the University of Hawaii Integrated Medical Residency Program, where she earned the James Orbison Award for Intern of the Year and the Kuakini Medical Center Intern of the Year distinction. She went on to complete a fellowship in Rheumatology at Mayo Graduate School of Medicine in Rochester, Minnesota, finishing as a Visiting Scholar in 1998.
Dr. Uramoto served the University of Hawaii Division of Rheumatology as Assistant Professor, then Associate Professor, and has held the role of Division Chief since 2010. She holds membership in the American College of Rheumatology and the AMA, serves as President of the Hawaii Rheumatology Society, and sits on the board of the Sjogren's and Lupus Foundation of Hawaii. Castle Connolly has recognized her as a Top Doctor every year from 2014 through 2024 and named her an Exceptional Woman in Medicine from 2019 through 2024. She treats autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Sjogren's Syndrome, Rheumatoid Arthritis, and Psoriatic Arthritis, alongside chronic conditions such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and high cholesterol. As a female physician and breast cancer survivor, she brings a personal investment to women's health. Born and raised in Maui, she attended Baldwin High School. Outside of medicine, she practices Karate and holds a Black Belt.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Stanford University, Bachelor of Arts and Sciences, Biological Sciences and Political Science, 1988
Medical School
University of Hawaii, John A. Burns School of Medicine, Doctorate of Medicine, 1992
Residency
Internal Medicine, University of Hawaii, Integrated Medical Residency Program Internal Medicine, Honolulu, HI, 1993-1995
Fellowship
Rheumatology, Mayo Graduate School of Medicine, Rochester, MN, 1995-1998; Visiting Scholar 1998
Additional Training
Internship: University of Hawaii, Integrated Medical Residency Program Internal Medicine, Honolulu, HI, 1992-1993; Assistant Professor of Medicine, University of Hawaii, Division of Rheumatology, 2000-2005; Associate Professor of Medicine 2005-2016; Division Chief 2010-present
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Uramoto right for?
Dr. Uramoto suits patients managing complex or multi-system health conditions, including autoimmune diseases and chronic illness. Adults living with Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus, Sjogren's Syndrome, or Psoriatic Arthritis benefit directly from her rheumatology specialty. She also serves patients managing type 2 diabetes, hypertension, or high cholesterol who want proactive, prevention-focused care. Women seeking a physician with personal insight into women's health and breast cancer survivorship will find her especially attentive to those needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Uramoto specializes in both internal medicine and rheumatology. She treats autoimmune and inflammatory diseases including Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Sjogren's Syndrome, Rheumatoid Arthritis, and Psoriatic Arthritis. She also manages chronic conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, hypertension, and osteoarthritis.
Yes. Dr. Uramoto holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine in Rheumatology. She is certified in both internal medicine and rheumatology, making her one of the few concierge physicians in Hawaii with dual expertise in these specialties.
Dr. Uramoto earned her medical degree from the University of Hawaii, John A. Burns School of Medicine in 1992. She completed her internship and residency in Internal Medicine at the University of Hawaii Integrated Medical Residency Program. She then completed her fellowship in Rheumatology at Mayo Graduate School of Medicine in Rochester, Minnesota, finishing as a Visiting Scholar in 1998.
Dr. Uramoto has earned consistent recognition over many years. Castle Connolly named her a Top Doctor every year from 2014 through 2024 and an Exceptional Woman in Medicine from 2019 through 2024. Honolulu Magazine and Pacific Business News listed her among the Best Doctors in Honolulu from 2011 through 2019.
Dr. Uramoto serves as Division Chief of the University of Hawaii Division of Rheumatology, a role she has held since 2010. She previously served as Assistant Professor from 2000 to 2005 and Associate Professor from 2005 to 2016.
Yes. Dr. Uramoto holds a particular interest in women's health. As a female physician and breast cancer survivor, she brings personal experience to that area of care. She incorporates women's health considerations into her preventive and wellness planning.
Dr. Uramoto takes a whole-body approach when managing patients with multiple or overlapping conditions. She coordinates lab testing, specialist referrals, and medication management with a calm, methodical style. Patients with complex health histories describe her ability to simplify difficult problems and stay accessible through every step of their care.
Dr. Uramoto holds affiliations at Queens Medical Center, Kapiolani Medical Center, and Kuakini Medical Center in Honolulu.
Doctor profile last updated April 2, 2026