About
Dr. Nikki Inamine is a board-certified internist and a third-generation primary care physician based in Honolulu. She earned her Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine in 2007. She then completed her internship and Internal Medicine residency at Scripps Mercy Hospital in San Diego. Her peers selected her as Chief Resident during her final year of training.
Dr. Inamine holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. Her clinical focus spans cardiovascular risk reduction, brain health, diabetes, bone health, sleep, and emotional well-being. She has served on the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee for the Hawaii Medical Service Association since 2015. She also served as a Board Member of the Queen's Clinically Integrated Physician Network from 2020 to 2021. Outside the clinic, she enjoys swimming and spending time with her family. She approaches every patient visit with the belief that prevention is a far better path than seeking a cure.
Education & Training
Medical School
University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine, Honolulu, HI, Doctorate of Medicine 2007
Residency
Internal Medicine, Scripps Mercy Hospital, San Diego, CA, 2008-2010; Chief Resident
Additional Training
Internship, Scripps Mercy Hospital, San Diego, CA, 2007-2008
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Inamine right for?
Dr. Inamine suits adults who want to get ahead of chronic disease rather than manage it after the fact. Patients concerned about cardiovascular risk, diabetes, bone health, or cognitive decline benefit from her advanced screening approach. She works well with individuals pursuing specific health goals, whether completing a first marathon, reducing medications, or maintaining independence as they age. Her patient-centered style fits those who want a physician who listens and builds a personalized plan around their values.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Inamine treats cardiovascular disease, diabetes, hypertension, obesity, sleep disorders, bone health disorders, and inflammation-related conditions. She also addresses brain health concerns and provides preventive care across a broad range of internal medicine issues.
Yes, Dr. Inamine holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. She earned her medical degree from the University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine and completed her residency at Scripps Mercy Hospital in San Diego, where she served as Chief Resident.
Dr. Inamine takes a patient-centered approach that respects individual preferences, needs, and values. She believes prevention is a better path than seeking a cure. She works with patients at each step to help them feel informed and empowered throughout their care.
Dr. Inamine supports a wide range of personal health goals. She has helped patients run their first marathons, reduce reliance on medications where appropriate, and maintain independence as they age. She tailors her guidance to what matters most to each individual patient.
Dr. Inamine completed both her internship and her Internal Medicine residency at Scripps Mercy Hospital in San Diego. She served as Chief Resident during her residency. She earned her medical degree in Honolulu at the University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine.
Yes, Dr. Inamine works with a network of specialists when patients need additional expertise. She also holds privileges at Queens Medical Center and collaborates with all hospitals on Oahu.
Dr. Inamine has served on the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee for the Hawaii Medical Service Association since 2015. She served as a Board Member of the Queen's Clinically Integrated Physician Network from 2020 to 2021 and on the Quality Steering Committee for the Hawaii Independent Physician Association from 2016 to 2019.
Dr. Inamine uses the annual MDVIP Wellness Program Plus as a core diagnostic tool. It includes advanced cardiovascular screening with Cleveland HeartLab inflammation testing, brain health assessments, diabetes screening, bone health evaluation, and sleep and emotional well-being assessments. She then creates a personalized plan based on the results.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026