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Dr. Craig Nakamura, MD

Dr. Craig Nakamura, MD

Pediatric Pulmonology*

Dr. Craig Nakamura, MD is a pediatric pulmonologist in Las Vegas, NV. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center and Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4 Star Rating
Based on 55 reviews 4 Star Rating (55 reviews)

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Nakamura specializes in the area of Pediatric Pulmonology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalPulmonary Care Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Nakamura's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nakamura

4.0
55 ratings, 16 with a written review
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Great Doctor, Awesome Team!
I have known Dr. Nakamura and his team for 13 years now. He has been seeing my son since birth for Cystic Fibrosis. Dr. Nakamura not only takes GREAT CARE of my son, he ALWAYS goes the extra mile in making my son and our family feel special! He coordinates community events with sports teams and local organizations, gives us tickets to games, he gives gift cards when my son comes in with an improved PFT(pulmonary function) because he's been doing his treatments. HE EVEN SENT JAIDEN A BIRTHDAY GIFT! His staff are amazing as well! Most have been there as long as I can remember, and they ALL CARE FOR THEIR PATIENTS!!! THE BEST DR. I HAVE EVER KNOWN!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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JustBreathCFmom – Sep 25, 2023
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Kind, passionate, great team
He is personable and clear with his instructions. He kept both of my kids so healthy and always guessing what he would say or do next to get them to laugh. His office walls and décor have your kids become amazed with all the cool stuff he has and comfortable with every interaction. The staff has always been great at helping get our important messages answered and he is well known in Las Vegas for healing kiddos all over.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 21, 2023
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Greatest DR for CF EVER
We have been going to Dr. Nak for 8 years now. He and his team have been extremely professional, kind, and attentive. I know my daughter's health is in good hands!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jeffery Z – Jun 30, 2022
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The best
I had waited for this appt for months, and he was worth it. Works so well with the the kids, and genuinely cares.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
1 other person found this helpful
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Justina Stagg – Apr 21, 2022
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We just finished our visit yesterday. Everything was perfect as usually. Dr. Nakamura is my son's Lungs Specialist since he was born. Dr. Nakamura is the best lungs specialist and the outstanding Doctor in Nevada. His office and medical team is perfect too. Very very friendly and professional!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Olee – Oct 09, 2020
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We have been seeing Dr. Nakamura for 8 years. He is very great with the kids. Amazing doctor. He is the only doctor my daughter looks forward to visiting. He is great with my daughter. Very knowledgeable and caring.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Kim Leatham -Book – Mar 29, 2020
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He is the most compassionate ... thorough amazing doctor! Our family loves working with him and he makes us feel important!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Flood Family – Mar 16, 2020
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My little boy Matthew has been seeing Dr. Craig Nakamura for almost 13 years now, since 2005. We are so blessed to have the THE MOST kind, caring, concerned pulmonologist on this planet. We can't imagine our life with out Dr. Nakamura, Ryan Yoshikawa and his entire staff who have help to make our life so much more comfortable and happier. Matthew has known Ryan since birth, too. We trust Ryan completely.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Terri King, mom of Matthew King in Beaver, UT – Apr 18, 2018
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He is a genius, a magician, an excellent person, a great doctor very accurate in his diagnoses and very precise in the indications, he taught me to use the stethoscope to listen to my daughter's lungs, never another doctor had instructed me of that way, for me he is the best pulmonologist in Las Vegas, 100% recommended for children ????
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Ivon in Henderson, Nevada – Sep 05, 2017
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Dr. Nakamura is an amazing doctor he has taken care of my son since he was a small child and well continue to see him. He is very caring and knowledgeable and always gives me his best no matter what. I recommend him to anyone who needs his service. I love him and the staff
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Las Vegas, NV – Feb 15, 2017
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We brought our daughter to see Dr. N because other doctors were treating her mysterious cough and dry mouth for asthma. Dr. N suggested that her symptoms were digestive in nature and treated her as such. Her cough is gone and dry mouth reduced. We were able to follow-up with Dr. N via text messaging day or night and always received a timely response. Dr. N is personable and cares about his patients. Highly recommend.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Mark in Las Vegas, NV – Oct 04, 2016
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Dr. Nakamura is an okay doctor but all he cares about is $$$ - that is his # 1 priority!! He will charge you for EVERYTHING!! He will do the full spectrum of testing on your child even though it's not necessary just to make more $$$.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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David G in Las Vegas, NV – Sep 07, 2016
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Dr. Nakamura has been a heaven sent blessing to our family. He has taken extra steps to make sure that we receive the best care possible, including calling and texting after hours, getting into procedures and appointments quickly, and providing excellent care. Dr. Nakamura is an excellent doctor!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Kylee Rowe in Las Vegas, NV – Jul 20, 2016
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Dr. Nakamura has been our primary lung specialist since our son was 6 months old and he is now 4 years old. His breathing has gotten so much better since we have done everything exactly as the Dr told us too. All the medicine he prescribe is very effective. We have notice that our sons asthma is almost not existent. He used to have trouble breathing in his sleep and after heavy running and playing. Now it is never a problem for him. Dr. Nakamura has definitely help to strengthen his lungs.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Chris Hazel Kingston in Las Vegas, NV – Jun 10, 2016
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The doctor was kind and generous with his time and experience. The staff was nice and the office is beautiful and kid friendly. I would recommend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Brook H. in Las Vegas, NV – Apr 18, 2016
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He is my grandson's doctor since NICU. He takes the time to explain everything and is so very caring.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Sharon M in Santa Clarita, CA – Jan 18, 2016
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Dr. Craig Nakamura, MD is a pediatric pulmonologist in Las Vegas, NV. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center and Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • Pediatric Pulmonology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Children's Hospital Of Los Angeles

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Hawaii Residency Program

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of Hawaii

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics®
Pediatric Pulmonology
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center

    3186 S Maryland Pkwy
    Las Vegas, NV 89109
    Recipient of 34
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and pneumonia

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and pneumonia

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    75%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    9% lower than the national average

    65%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    10% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center

    9300 W Sunset Rd
    Las Vegas, NV 89148
    Recipient of 16
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and pneumonia

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and pneumonia

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Sunrise Children's Hospital

    3186 S Maryland Pkwy
    Las Vegas, NV 89109
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