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Denise Akimi Ishimaru
Obstetrician/Gynecologist - General

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Denise Akimi Ishimaru is a Obstetrician/Gynecologist - General practicing in Torrance, CA

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Dr. Ishimaru is exceptional in her caregiving and medical expertise. She is empathetic and takes her time to converse with you instead of dictating her thoughts. I will miss having her as my gynecologist. On a personal note, when she spoke to me about my breast cancer diagnosis, what she shared was invaluable advice when I …

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Provider Training

UniversityDegreeFocusGraduated
Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & ScienceMedical Degree2004

InstitutionFocusYear
Residency - LAC - USC Medical CenterNot Specified
Internship - LAC - USC Medical CenterNot Specified

Specialties

Languages Spoken
English
Medical Specialties
  • Obstetrician/Gynecologist

Years In Practice: 15 (started in 2011)

Accepts New Patients: Yes

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Average Rating: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 214
Most Recent Review: 08/16/2026
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Dr. Ishimaru is exceptional in h...

Dr. Ishimaru is exceptional in her caregiving and medical expertise. She is empathetic and takes her time to converse with you instead of dictating her thoughts. I will miss having her as my gynecologist. On a personal note, when she spoke to me about my breast cancer diagnosis, what she shared was invaluable advice when I sought treatment and now my recovery.

Anonymous 08/16/2026
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She did two exams in one visit. ...

She did two exams in one visit. That's great! It took 3 months with my problem before she was available for an appointment. I wish that could have been within at least two weeks since I had a problem, although not emergent.

Anonymous 08/06/2026
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The provider, Dr. Ishimaru, is a...

The provider, Dr. Ishimaru, is always wonderful. It seems to be hard to describe how special she is. However, I was told that I was not able to make an appointment for the next annual check due to some reason like she is going to move or something like that. Is it true? I am so nervous if I could find another doctor like Dr. Ishimaru, who has been so special.

Anonymous 07/20/2026
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Dr. Ishimaru is an amazing docto...

Dr. Ishimaru is an amazing doctor! Her knowledge, skills, and empathy are untouchable! She delivered both my babies in which I had complications during delivery. She always kept me informed and calm. She's so amazing that I hate giving a great review because when I need her she's hard to schedule with. Lol. But the review is well deserved! I admire her patience and grateful ya'll have a OBGYN like her! She's a miracle worker and blessing!

Anonymous 07/14/2026
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Dr. Ishimaru is excellent. I wi...

Dr. Ishimaru is excellent. I wish all of my doctors were like her - knowledgeable and easy to talk to.

Anonymous 06/20/2026
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Dr Ishimaru is one of the best p...

Dr Ishimaru is one of the best providers I have ever had. She is a safe place. She listens and provides thoughtful response. She is gentle and caring and knowledgeable and thorough. She provides tests or referrals if necessary.

Anonymous 08/08/2026
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Dr. Ishimaru is the best, could ...

Dr. Ishimaru is the best, could not be happier with her care.

Anonymous 07/29/2026
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Dr. Ishimaru is one of the best ...

Dr. Ishimaru is one of the best doctors I've seen. She is always professional, kind and knowledgeable.

Anonymous 07/19/2026
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I have been with Dr. Ishimaru fo...

I have been with Dr. Ishimaru for a long time she is very knowledgeable and caring. She listens to my concerns and treats me with dignity and respect. Dr. Ishimaru is a benefit to Providence she is the model you would want all your practitioners to emulate. I beg Providence to not follow the trend demanding production/numbers with less time for patients as a provider I can attest that it leads to burnout and loss of providers. Please focus on the wellbeing of the patients.

Anonymous 06/28/2026
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Dr. Ishimaru was exceptional! I ...

Dr. Ishimaru was exceptional! I felt very comfortable and at ease. I wish all doctors were like her. If I could rate her beyond 10, I would definitely.

Anonymous 06/18/2026
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