About
Dr. Steven Hoshiwara is a board-certified family medicine physician practicing concierge care in Paradise Valley, AZ. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from the University of Arizona in 1984, then went on to earn his Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Arizona School of Medicine in 1988. He completed both his internship and Family Practice residency at Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center in Phoenix, finishing in 1991. His peers recognized his clinical skill early, selecting him as Resident of the Year in 1991.
Dr. Hoshiwara holds certification from the American Board of Family Practice and belongs to both the American Academy of Family Practice and the Arizona Academy of Family Practice. Phoenix Magazine named him a Top Doctor in 1996, 1998, 2001, and each year from 2004 through 2009. Best Doctors in America recognized him from 2009 through 2013. He holds hospital affiliations with Scottsdale Memorial North Shea Campus and Paradise Valley Hospital. Dr. Hoshiwara is passionate about helping patients connect good health decisions to the things they care about most in life. He treats type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension, and focuses on prevention as the foundation of long-term wellness.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Arizona, B.S. Chemical Engineering, 1984
Medical School
University of Arizona School of Medicine, Doctorate of Medicine, 1988
Residency
Family Practice, Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, Phoenix, AZ, 1989-1991
Additional Training
Internship: Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, Phoenix, AZ, 1988-1989
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Hoshiwara right for?
Dr. Hoshiwara suits adults seeking a long-term relationship with a dedicated family physician. Patients managing chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, or hypertension benefit from his focused approach to prevention and disease management. He works well with patients who want same-day access and direct physician contact, not nurse practitioners or physician assistants. Those who value a doctor who treats the whole person, not just the immediate concern, tend to thrive in his practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Hoshiwara focuses on family medicine with particular attention to chronic conditions including type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. He approaches these conditions through a preventive lens, helping patients make daily lifestyle choices that support better long-term outcomes.
Yes. Dr. Hoshiwara holds certification from the American Board of Family Practice. He also maintains active membership in the American Academy of Family Practice and the Arizona Academy of Family Practice.
Dr. Hoshiwara earned his Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Arizona School of Medicine in 1988. He completed his internship and Family Practice residency at Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center in Phoenix, finishing his residency in 1991. His peers selected him as Resident of the Year that same year.
Dr. Hoshiwara earned recognition from Best Doctors in America from 2009 through 2013. Phoenix Magazine named him a Top Doctor in 1996, 1998, 2001, and every year from 2004 through 2009. His peers selected him as Resident of the Year in 1991.
Dr. Hoshiwara believes that good health grows from small, consistent daily decisions. He focuses on helping patients connect healthy lifestyle choices to the things they value most, whether family, work, or personal passions. His approach centers on prevention, thorough screenings, and a genuine long-term relationship with each patient.
Dr. Hoshiwara sees his patients directly at every office visit. The MDVIP model does not substitute nurse practitioners or physician assistants for the patient's scheduled appointments.
Dr. Hoshiwara holds affiliations with Scottsdale Memorial North Shea Campus and Paradise Valley Hospital. These affiliations allow him to coordinate hospital-level care for his patients when needed.
Many of Dr. Hoshiwara's patients have been with him for decades, some since before he joined the MDVIP model. Patient reviews reflect relationships spanning 10 to 30 years, reflecting the long-term continuity of care he prioritizes.
Doctor profile last updated June 6, 2026