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Dr. Kent M. Matsuda, MD

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4710 Hoen Ave Santa Rosa CA, 95405 Show map

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Dr. Kent Matsuda is an internist practicing in Santa Rosa, CA. Dr. Matsuda specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Matsuda provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.

Education and Training

University of California, Davis Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry 1982

University of California, Hastings College of Law Doctor of Law degree 1994

University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine medical degree 1986

Board Certification

American Board of Internal Medicine

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM

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Does post-stroke nerve pain go away?
If the nerve pain is a result of your friend's stroke, then there may only be a limited improvement over time. However, there are medications available that may help for this. His physician should be able to help find something that may help with the pain. READ MORE
CT scans?
Not necessarily. The best x-ray test for looking for bladder tumors would be an ultrasound test of the bladder. Looking into the bladder (cystoscopy) is the best procedure to have in looking for bladder tumors. A CT scan may not be able to pick up bladder tumors. Despite the fact that some patients believe that CT scans and MRIs are higher tech tests that should be able to detect anything, there are some conditions that they do not pick up well. You need to confer with your doctor regarding the best x-ray tests to detect any special conditions, like bladder tumors. READ MORE
Neck lump question?
For the most part, your blood tests look reassuring. Going to the emergency room will get you seen by the emergency room doctor. They may find something in your mouth or ear that may account for the lump you are feeling. The emergency room doctor would still need to refer you to an ENT, but you might be able to get in before a month. The other option is to contact your primary care doctor and see if they can talk to the ENT office about getting you in earlier. This may require a visit to your primary care doctor. READ MORE
Can radiotherapy cause tiredness?
Depending on the length of your treatment period, it is possible for radiotherapy to cause fatigue. This may happen as early as one week into the treatment. The fatigue should go away after the treatments are completed. READ MORE
Should I go to the ER?
If this has been going on since early May, you may want to make an appointment with your primary care provider. If the pain is unbearable, then you should go to the emergency room. The location of the pain, type of pain, and how long it lasts can help determine the cause. Many times, arm pain can have a musculoskeletal origin, but you will need to be evaluated to determine why you have this. READ MORE
How long does it take to recover from general anesthesia?
Under ordinary circumstances, with normal kidney and liver function, it should not take longer than a day. READ MORE
Cancerous? Or something else?
A musculoskeletal condition is the most likely cause of the problem, but to address your concerns about cancer, you would need a chest x-ray at a minimum. Something like a CT scan may be necessary if the chest x-ray is abnormal. A shoulder x-ray may also be necessary. Esophageal cancer is lower on the list of possibilities. Costochondritis is still a possibility. READ MORE
Does appendix surgery leave a scar?
Due to the depth of the incision, you should expect to see a scar when your wound is finally healed. The size and number of scars wi11 be determined by the method chosen for the surgery. READ MORE
How long is recovery after prostate removal?
This depends on the method used for the removal. With the traditional operation, the recovery can be one to two months. The laser or radiation procedure recovery time can be less. READ MORE
What foods should I avoid after radiotherapy?
There are not too many foods you need to avoid after radiation therapy. It really depends on where the radiation was directed to. For example, you may not want to drink a lot of liquids immediately after radiation to the pelvic region. You may not want to eat a lot immediately after radiation to the abdomen. READ MORE
Why is my crown thinning at 28 years old?
Having male pattern baldness at an early age is not unheard of. You may want to see your primary care physician and see if there are any blood tests they may recommend. There are treatments for this if no other medical cause is found. Some can be fairly expensive. READ MORE
How long after coronary artery bypass surgery can I drive?
This really depends on your physical condition prior to the surgery. For people who are in good physical condition, it may be a month before you can drive. If your physical condition is not ideal, it may be many months before you can resume driving. READ MORE
Kidney issue?
Standard practice for investigating the cause of blood in the urine includes blood, urine, and radiology tests. A urologist will also need to look into your bladder. That last test is probably the most difficult test to have done. A CT scan would help to finish your investigation as to why you had blood in your urine. This is a good way to may sure you do not have tumors in your urinary system. You may need to have an additional blood test done prior to the CT scan to make sure your kidneys can handle the injected dye, if that will be needed during the CT scan. I think having the CT scan would be a wise decision. READ MORE
Could I have contracted the HIV virus from this patient?
Contracting HIV in this manner is possible, but if you do not see any wounds on your hands (and if that is the only part of your body that came into contact with the infected blood), then the risk may be small. There is a medical regimen for people to take immediately after exposure that helps to prevent getting HIV. Otherwise, if you feel well for the next month, the likelihood of getting HIV should be low. If you start to have fevers, a sore throat, bad headaches, and/or fatigue, you should get tested. If you get tested before a month has passed, you may be testing yourself too soon. READ MORE
How long is recovery after laser kidney stone removal?
Recovery time depends on your age and other medical problems that you have. It also depends on whether or not a stent is placed in your tube that connects the kidney to the bladder after the procedure is done. For the most part, it should only take a few days to recover from this procedure. The better the shape you are in prior to the procedure, the shorter the recovery period will be. READ MORE
What condition do I have?
You need to have some blood tests done. Some of the most common causes of swelling involve heart, liver, or kidney problems. You also have to look at the medications you take. Ibuprofen can affect your kidneys and Tylenol can affect your liver. If you are taking Ibuprofen and Tylenol for pain, you may have taken too much. You need to see your doctor or go to the emergency room. You may need to be hospitalized. READ MORE
What's wrong with me?
It sounds like you may have juvenile idiopathic arthritis. However, the best course of action is to continue to work with your rheumatologist about your condition. Autoimmune illnesses can be difficult to diagnose and manage. Your rheumatologist has probably run all the appropriate tests for you and it can be very frustrating when a definite diagnosis cannot be made. But, that does not mean that treatments are not available to try. If your rheumatologist is not able to provide any additional assistance, you may need to be referred to a university medical center and see a rheumatologist there. READ MORE
Can hospice care be done at home?
Absolutely. It is not uncommon to receive hospice services in the home. Most insurances cover this benefit. READ MORE
What are the disadvantages of the laser kidney stone removal procedure?
When kidney stones are pulverized using a laser, the remnants of the stone still need to leave the body. It is possible that a remnant will cause pain as it moves from the kidney to the bladder. A remnant may also get stuck as it moves from the kidney to the bladder. Unfortunately, just because you get rid of the kidney stones you currently have, there is no guarantee that you will not form more in the future. READ MORE
What medications help heart palpitations?
It is best to avoid caffeine or high-energy drinks if you have palpitations. The most effective medications for palpitations are prescription medications. You need to see your primary care physician to discuss this. You may need to have some testing done. READ MORE

Professional Memberships

American College of Physicians

Internships

University of California Hospitals (1987)

Professional Society Memberships

American College of Physicians

Dr. Kent M. Matsuda, MD's Practice location

Kent M. Matsuda, MD

4710 Hoen Ave -
Santa Rosa, CA 95405

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Dr. Kent M. Matsuda, MD has a rating of 5 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 14 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Internist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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Get to know Internist Dr. Kent M. Matsuda, who serves patients in Santa Rosa, California.

Dr. Matsuda is a skilled internist whose MDVIP-affiliated practice is open to patients, including Medicare and commercially insured, in Santa Rosa and the surrounding area. He seeks to address a patient’s physical, mental and emotional well-being through one-on-one counseling and comprehensive diagnostic testing.

Unlike traditional practices wherein doctors might treat 2,000 patients or more, MDVIP ensures that each of its affiliated doctors care for 600 patients or fewer, so patients can receive the extra time and attention they deserve.

“You are unique and so are your needs. Having a personal physician who has the time to get to know everything happening in your life that can impact your health is the key to helping you be as healthy as possible. My partnership with MDVIP allows me to provide my patients with a level of highly personalized, proactive care typically not found in other primary care practices” expressed Dr. Matsuda.

Graduating with his Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry from the University of California, Davis in 1982, he went on to earn his Doctor of Law degree from the University of California, Hastings College of Law in 1994.

Embarking on his medical path, he graduated with his medical degree from the University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine in 1986. He then went on to further his training, performing his internship and residency at University of California Hospitals in 1987 and 1989, respectively.

Pertaining to his work history, Dr. Matsuda served as Chair of the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee (1999-2003), Chief of Medical Staff (2001), both at Sutter Warrack Hospital; Of Counsel, Feng and Lee (1998-2009); Clinical Instructor of Medicine / Attending Physician of the Screening and Acute Care Clinic at the University of California, San Francisco (1989-1997); Clinical Instructor of Medicine / Attending Physician of the Inpatient Medical Consultation Service at the University of California, San Francisco (1996); Consultant for the Centre for Research on Women’s and Children’s Health (1995-1996); Attending Physician of the Urgent Care Clinic at Kaiser Permanente Hospital (1989-1991); and Attending Physician of the Trauma Follow-up Clinic at Kaiser Permanente Hospital (1989-1991).

With over three decades dedicated to medicine, he is board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). The ABIM is a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world.

Dr. Matsuda is affiliated with Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital. He is also a member of the American College of Physicians. He is an inactive member of the State Bar of California and formerly was a member of the American Bar Association.

Internal medicine is the medical specialty dealing with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of adult diseases. Physicians specializing in internal medicine are called internists. They manage and prevent common and complex diseases by providing comprehensive care and promoting overall well-being.

Among Dr. Matsuda’s various accolades include: Top Doctor Sonoma County (2016, 2017), Top 10 Internists, American Registry (2013), Patients’ Choice Award, American Registry (2012), and Excellence in Patient Satisfaction, Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital (2009, 2012).