Dr. Rachel Arakawa, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*FemaleAge 36

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*

Dr. Rachel Arakawa, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in New York, NY and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Arakawa has extensive experience in Thyroid Disorders and Osteoporosis & Screening. She graduated from University of Hawaii at Manoa John A. Burns School of Medicine in 2014. She is affiliated with medical facilities Mount Sinai Morningside and Mount Sinai Hospital. She is accepting telehealth appointments.

Dr. Rachel Arakawa, MD

Practice

5 E 98th St New York, NY 10029
Telehealth availableTelehealth services available
Telehealth availableTelehealth services available

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Arakawa specializes in the areas of Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology & Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Arakawa's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Arakawa

4.8
40 ratings, 26 with a written review
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Amazing Care
Dr. Arakawa and her team were warm, professional, and incredibly helpful in explaining my thyroid condition and its treatment. Everything about the visit was on-time and seamless! I feel so lucky to have her as part of my care team.
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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Mar 27, 2025
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Picky
Dr Arakawa’s had a personality like no other…She’s a gem! She explained my issues, in detail, giving me hilarious examples making my visit a comfortable one…When she walks through the door, I start laughing… side note: I told Dr Arskawa, I feel as if I’m her only patient… I never feel rushed.. She’s amazing!
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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Picky – Mar 23, 2025
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excellent doctor
I felt listened to and was treated respectfully. If I needed clarification, Dr. Arakawa provided it. She was very knowledgeable and wanted me to have all the information I needed to make an informed decision about my osteoporosis treatment.
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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Mar 15, 2025
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Caring and competent
Dr. Arakawa is most competent, listens attentively to her patients, is charming and caring. What more could one want?
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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Joseph Brodie – Mar 09, 2025
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Responsible and Thorough Doctor
Dr Rachel Arakawa took her time and was thorough.
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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Feb 28, 2025
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An Amazing Endocrinologist
Dr. Arakawa takes the time to listen to her patients. She is very thorough with her assessments and makes sure that her patient understands her instructions. Dr. Arakawa had terrific bedside manner and I highly recommend her to everyone.
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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An Amazing Endocrinologist – Dec 13, 2024
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Amazing
Run don’t walk to see her! She is a GEM
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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Helene – Nov 11, 2024
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Very knowledgeable
Dr. Arakawa was extremely thorough when explaining my condition and needs for treatment. She has a very pleasant demeanor and entirely responsive and respectful to my questions. I am very pleased that I will be comfortable reaching out to her with questions or concerns
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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Oct 14, 2024
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Dr. Arakawa is amazing and is committed to helping her patients.
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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Eric – Sep 12, 2024
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Not helpful
Limited to exclusively T4 levothyroxine treatment. Will not consider that some folks don’t respond well to that treatment.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Aug 31, 2024
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Superb.
Dr. Arakawa clearly has expertise, is knowledgeable, thorough , takes time to explain and is impressive. I feel like I am receiving quality care and great care.
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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Aug 21, 2024
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Excellent
Dr. Arakawa was nothing short of outstanding. She explained everything in detail and was not rushed. She was open to questions and was very polite.
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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Nancy – May 11, 2024
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Extremely thorough and communicative. Very reassuring.
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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Apr 27, 2024
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Smart, thorough and professional!
I saw Dr.Arakawa as a follow up to my surgery. She was prepared, thorough and reassuring! She gave me the time to ask questions and was respectful of my concerns. And she promptly responds to questions in the patient portal!
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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Sherri – Apr 26, 2024
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Excellent doctor and human being
Takes time and explains treatment plan. Cares about her patients as individuals.
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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ANDREW S FISHER – Mar 28, 2024
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Excellent Endocrinologist
Dr. Arakawa was well prepared for the visit, very professional, smart, caring, and able to translate medical directives to real-life solutions. I arrived before my appointment time and was seen right away.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Mar 28, 2024
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She is very knowledgeable.
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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Mar 08, 2024
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She always addresses my concerns and I enjoy seeing her.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Mar 04, 2024
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I’m
Spent time with me. Explained what the percentages meant. Reviewed calcium needs. Food choices.
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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Renee Albert – Mar 02, 2024
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Great physician giving top care and attention!
She is a great doctor!
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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Garry – Feb 28, 2024
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Dr. Rachel Arakawa, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in New York, NY and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Arakawa has extensive experience in Thyroid Disorders and Osteoporosis & Screening. She graduated from...read more
  • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

  • Internal Medicine

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  • University Of Hawaii At Manoa John A. Burns School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2014
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology
Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Mount Sinai Hospital Based Providers5 E 98th St New York, NY 10029
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Practice

Gramercy Park Physicians10 Union Sq E New York, NY 10003
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Mount Sinai1 Gustave L Levy Pl New York, NY 10029
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Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Cvi Center for Health at Mt Si234 E 85th St New York, NY 10028
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mount Sinai Hospital

    1 Gustave L Levy Pl
    New York, NY 10029
    Recipient of 27
    hospital awards

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
  • Mount Sinai Morningside

    1111 Amsterdam Ave
    New York, NY 10025
    Recipient of 24
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    79%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

    72%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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