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Dr. Kenichi Miyata, MD

Dr. Kenichi Miyata, MD

General Surgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Kenichi Miyata, MD is a general surgeon in Merced, CA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin in 2006. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Emanuel Medical Center and Memorial Hospital Los Banos. He is accepting new patients.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 226 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (226 reviews)

Practice

700 W Olive Ave Ste F Merced, CA 95348

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Dr. Miyata's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Miyata

4.9
226 ratings, 179 with a written review
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Great Doctor
Was the first doctor out of many to recommend surgery and also sound like he cared for his patient. He explained post-op care step by step and answered all my questions. The recovery was very easy and pain free thanks to his instructions. He also called after the surgery to checkup on my recovery and to inform me of my diagnosis.
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
7 others found this helpful
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Mar 04, 2025
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Experienced and Efficient
Dr. Miyata is a wonderful surgeon. He cares for his patients and gives them the best surgery possible. His appointments are very quick, informative and thorough. He answers all our questions. Every surgery is explained in details and we will know exactly what is going on. He follows up with our stitches and makes sure that we are healing well. Thank you Miyata!
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
9 others found this helpful
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Feb 25, 2025
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Gallbladder
Dr. Miyata was amazing. My surgery went well. I fell like recovery was fast and easy. I followed all his instructions and I fell like it was a smooth recovery. He did an amazing job.
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
9 others found this helpful
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Sandy – Feb 22, 2025
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Tumor Removal Surgery
Dr. Miyata and the staff were great! They helped my mom with the tumor that was on her back. My mom is an older woman (70 years) and a lifetime smoker, and my mom was worried about going under. Dr. Miyata reassured her that she had nothing to worry about and she was in good hands. The surgery went well and the recovering too!
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
11 others found this helpful
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J. Reyes – Feb 14, 2025
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Gallbladder Removal
The office staff and Dr. Miyata were very attentive to my needs. Schedule and procedure went very smooth.
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
8 others found this helpful
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Ms. Gaby – Feb 13, 2025
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Successful hernia Surgery
Dr. Miyata was really good! I liked that he's straight forward with you and quick. My surgery went well and he did a really good job . I would definitely recommend him.
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
11 others found this helpful
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Jan 11, 2025
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Dr Kenichi Miyata
He is an excellent surgeon, he is professional, mannerly, direct, caring, compassionate, great personality and he has an efficient staff behind him in every sense of the way. He did a professional job on my surgery, no side effects and pain free, my recovery went very well.
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
9 others found this helpful
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Jan 09, 2025
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All 3 times
Doctor Miyata has helped me with three different surgeries. Once in his office and twice at the surgery center. He is the only doctor I know who is actually on time at his office and his staff are very professional. He is also a great communicator. I have friends that have been to him and they all say the same things about him.
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
13 others found this helpful
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Mark – Dec 05, 2024
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Successful surgery
Dr Miyata is always straight and to the point with all my questions. Dr Miayta performed a successful surgery for a very troublesome condition. With a mid-morning surgery time I was home by mid-afternoon! Thanks to Dr Miyata and his staff there is short wait times for appointments!
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
13 others found this helpful
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Dec 05, 2024
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Lipoma Removal
Dr. Miyata is a very skilled and experienced surgeon, he successfully removed a lipoma from my abdomen. I have severe medical anxiety but Dr. Miyata has been very straight forward and patient with all of my questions. He knew I was anxious about whether or not he was able to remove it completely so to ease my mind he scheduled my post op a whole week early to reassure me he was able to remove it all. He also has a second post op appointment scheduled to make sure everything is perfect. I would highly recommend Dr. Miyata to any family or friends. He is the best surgeon to have.
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
14 others found this helpful
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Kevin L – Nov 28, 2024
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Gallbladder & Stones removal
Dr. Miyata is very professional and to the point. I felt confident in his ability for a speedy and successful surgery.
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
6 others found this helpful
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Jonathan – Nov 21, 2024
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Inguinal hernia repair
Office staff was very prompt and courteous with getting me in to see Dr. Miyata. He was able to see me as a self-referral the next day. Surgery was scheduled as an outpatient for 1 week. Dr. Miyata was very thorough with his explanation of the planned surgery, follow up, expected post operative issues, and medications for after the surgery. Surgery went as planned with no complications. Dr. Miyata called to see how I was doing the day after surgery. Follow up at 2 weeks was simple and uneventful. I would highly recommend Dr. Kenichi Miyata as a general surgeon, not just for me, but for my family and friends.
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
15 others found this helpful
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H. Pratt – Oct 17, 2024
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Cyst removal
Dr. Miyata is the absolute best. I am always scared to go under and of surgeries, but he took that fear away. From bedside to post op care. He answered any questions I had and made it easy for me to understand. He was very kind and did a great job. I felt so comfortable throughout this whole situation. Incision healed well w no issues. It was quick and staff was very professional and patient with me. Definitely recommend Dr. Miyata to anyone!
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
25 others found this helpful
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Sep 04, 2024
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GB Surgery
I recently underwent gallbladder removal surgery, and I couldn’t be more grateful for the exceptional care I received! Dr. Miyata is a true gem so knowledgeable and reassuring! They took the time to explain every step of the procedure, which made me feel confident and well prepared. I truly appreciated the way they addressed all my questions and concerns.The surgery itself was incredibly smooth and surprisingly quick! I was in and out before I knew it. My recovery has been good and quick so far. I can’t express how relieved I am to have been referred to such a great team. If you ever find yourself in need of gallbladder surgery, I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Miyata and his fantastic office! Thank you for making this experience as comfortable and stress free as possible!
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
33 others found this helpful
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Miriam – Aug 08, 2024
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Successful procedure
I would like to give your big shout out Dr. Miyata the surgeon , and Dr. Graham the anesthesiologist who did my gallbladder removal. It was a great success! In 2020 , I went in to get it out the first time, I ended up going into cardiac arrest during it on the operating table. This was due to a rare condition called VASO VAGAL RESPONSE . The Dr. and Anesthesiologist were able to save my life. They assured me that they knew what had happened and on June 20th, 2024 they were able to successfully remove my gallbladder with no problems ! I appreciate that they were able to tell me what had happened the first time and how to prevent it from happening again . I trusted them and I am glad I did! I am now gallbladder free and feeling great! Feeling blessed, Sandi
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
33 others found this helpful
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Sandi – Jul 11, 2024
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Lipoma
I had the best experience with Mr Miyata and his staff. They had me scheduled for surgery right away. Mr. Miyata did an amazing job removing my lipoma. He cut through my tattoo but honestly I can not even tell. I was never in any pain even after the surgery. I am so pleased with my experience.
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
37 others found this helpful
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A very happy patient – Jun 07, 2024
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Hernia surgery
From the time my Primary Dr sent the referral to Dr. Miyatas office in only 2 weeks my Hernia procedure was set to take place. Talk about fast service. Dr. Miyata explained everything dealing with the procedure to the finest detail. It made me feel at ease that I was in the right hands. As for the procedure everything went well no complaints from me . Thanks to Dr. Miyata and its great office staff. Highly recommend Dr. Miyata.
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
32 others found this helpful
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May 17, 2024
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Awesome, Caring, Knowledgeable and Considerate
My experience with Dr. Miyata regarding my health troubles was 10 out of 10. He has excellent bedside manners. Very professional and easy to talk to. He listened to all of my concerns and developed a plan and a step by step approach which provided a great outcome. Scheduling an appointment was easy and was really quick. Office staff had great customers service and was just as 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
26 others found this helpful
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Donna – May 16, 2024
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Very professional
Dr Miyata was very professional. He always took the time to let me know what to expect next and always asked if I needed more information or had additional questions.
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
13 others found this helpful
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May 16, 2024
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Knowledgeable, accommodating and professional
Dr Miyata is a true professional. I had excellent care from my first consultation, where he listened to my concerns and presented me with my options and also told me the risks involved as well as what could be expected from the procedure. He got me in for my procedure right away and all went smoothly and I was in and out of the surgery center with no issues at all. Best of all, I couldn’t be happier with my results. At my post op, Dr Miyata was as happy as I was with how well the procedure went and at how well I had healed. I’m very grateful to have received such awesome care from Dr Miyata and his staff.
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
21 others found this helpful
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Penelope Choi – Apr 06, 2024
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About Me

care philosophy

I try to provide the most appropriate and ethical care for my patients, even if that means not offering surgery or referring to another surgeon. I try to minimize cost to the patient by operating at the outpatient surgery center, which is significantly cheaper than operating in a hospital setting for the same surgery.

biography

I am one of the only private practice general surgeons in the area and I take pride in providing exceptional care for common surgical needs. I perform the most gallbladder and hernia surgeries in the area with the least amount of complications....read more
  • General Surgery

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  • Virginia Mason Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2011
  • Medical College Of Wisconsin

    Medical School, 2006
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Kenichi T. Miyata MD Inc.700 W Olive Ave Ste F Merced, CA 95348
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
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