Dr. Masayoshi Takashima, MD

Dr. Masayoshi Takashima, MD

Sinus Surgeon / Rhinologist
6550 Fannin St, Ste 1723, Houston, TX
4.96
“Physician was prepared and familiar with me and my case before I arrived. He offered potential solutions that my previous physician did not. He was friendly and knowledgeable and communicated my treatment plan well.”
Initials hiddenJuly 17, 2023
Highly recommended
97% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.96

Average wait time

4.76

Bedside manner

4.93
“Physician was prepared and familiar with me and my case before I arrived. He offered potential solutions that my previous physician did not. He was friendly and knowledgeable and communicated my treatment plan well.”
Initials hiddenJuly 17, 2023
“It was great even though I was a little bit late I was still seeing immediately because they had the time. Doctor was right to the point and a friendly and informative manner.”
Bradley M.September 16, 2022

About Dr. Masayoshi Takashima

Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence (ICARE) are fundamental values that guide my treatment of patients. Using the latest medical breakthroughs, collaborating with outstanding specialists, practicing medicine ethically and with integrity, and treating everyone with respect, we provide medical care that is Leading Medicine. I earned my Doctor of Medicine from Baylor College of Medicine, where I also completed an internship in General Surgery and a residency in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery. Additionally, I pursued a fellowship in Endoscopic Sinus and Skull Base Surgery at the University of Adelaide, further enhancing my expertise to deliver the highest standard of care.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Chronic sinusitis
Endoscopic sinus surgery
Chronic nose and throat inflammation due to allergies
Chronic sinusitis
Endoscopic sinus surgery
Chronic nose and throat inflammation due to allergies

Office location

Houston Methodist ENT Specialists
6550 Fannin St, Ste 1723, Houston, TX 77030

Education and background

Practice names

Hospital affiliations

  • Houston Methodist Hospital

Board certifications

  • American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
  • Sleep Medicine (American Board of Otolaryngology)

Education and training

  • Medical School - Baylor College of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
  • Baylor College of Medicine, Internship in General Surgery
  • Baylor College of Medicine, Residency in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surger
  • University of Adelaide, Fellowship in Endoscopic Sinus and Skull Base Surgery

Professional memberships

  • American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy

Awards and publications

  • Castle Connolly Top Doctor
  • An Effective and Practical Fluid Restriction Protocol to Decrease the Risk of Hyponatremia and Readmissions After Transsphenoidal Surgery Winograd, D, Staggers, KA, Sebastian, S, Takashima, M, Yoshor, D & Samson, SL 2020, Neurosurgery.
  • Real-time hemodynamic effects of 1:100,000 and 1:200,000 injectable epinephrine and placement of topical 1:1000 epinephrine pledgets in patients undergoing endoscopic sinus and skull-base surgery: a randomized, prospective study Ahmed, OG, Yu, J, Choi, JS, Yim, MT, Yoshor, D & Takashima, M 2019, International Forum of Allergy and Rhinology.

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1407895477

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.96
Wait time
4.76
Bedside manner
4.93
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Great doctor! Very attentive, one of the few that actually listen to what you have to say. Will update on the treatment:)
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Ms Warren was very good and informative
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Physician was prepared and familiar with me and my case before I arrived. He offered potential solutions that my previous physician did not. He was friendly and knowledgeable and communicated my treatment plan well.
It was great even though I was a little bit late I was still seeing immediately because they had the time. Doctor was right to the point and a friendly and informative manner.
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Great
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Very professional and very kind.
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No run arounds straight to point, extremely professional. Detailed points to step of recovery and medical resolution. Highly recommend Dr. Takashima
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Very professional
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The doctor was very friendly and attentive. He listened to my concerns and answered all my questions. I was very comfortable and not intimidated at all. It was a really great first time patient experience.
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Awesome
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Great bedside manner, very attentive listener(the physician). The office & medical staff were very friendly, and very helpful. The doctor and his staff were the consummate professionals.
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Dr. Masayoshi Takashima is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital.

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Where is Dr. Masayoshi Takashima's office located?

Dr. Masayoshi Takashima's office is located at 6550 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030.

Which board certifications does Dr. Masayoshi Takashima have?

Dr. Masayoshi Takashima is certified by American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery and Sleep Medicine (American Board of Otolaryngology).

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Masayoshi Takashima?

Dr. Masayoshi Takashima frequently sees patients for ENT Consultation, ENT Emergency Visit, Hearing Problems, Sinus Problems / Sinusitis, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Masayoshi Takashima on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Masayoshi Takashima speak?

Dr. Masayoshi Takashima speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Masayoshi Takashima in reviews?

62 patients have reviewed Dr. Masayoshi Takashima. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.96/5. They have a 4.93/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.76/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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