We love Dr. John Nagamine, Jacque (NP), and all of his staff. We've been taking our kids to Dr. John since 2013. He is very genuine, compassionate, and knowledgeable. Our kids love him and his staff. We refer all of our friends to Dr. John. read more

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Dr. John was present for our son's birth in 2020, and we knew we wanted to stick with him from there. He's super friendly, very helpful, and is always willing to thoroughly explain everything going on. Our son is always excited to go to there. All the ladies are also super helpful and efficient. Everyone there works really well with kids. There were times during covid / job changes where our insurance changed, but we made sure to always get an insurance that he accepts just to make sure we never have to change doctors. As a new parent, it can be so nerve-racking finding a doctor that you trust and feel safe with, so it's such a relief to be a part of this office. read more

I was so grateful he was accepting new patients at the time. All my friends and family go to him and it's a relief that if you have concerns they accept you same day. My son has had a bad experience ce with the hospital so he doesn't do so well in the doctor environment but with Nagamine hes so comfortable. I recently referred my Hapai sister to call them as soon as she gives birth. read more

Nagamine John M MD - I was so grateful he was accepting new patients at the time. - Pediatricians Near Me - Kailua, Hawaii

This doctor upon first meeting him "acted" and I say acted very nice, almost overly friendly and childlike in demeanor which initially made me feel comfortable. Within the first two years of us seeing him. Anytime I had questions or concerns about an illness or needed more reassurance in giving any sort of Medication to my toddler, he made me feel like my questions were stupid or would answer in such a way that was in complete dismissal of any other opinion or concerned objection to a medical recommendation. As a Parent, we have every right to respectfully ask for more reassurance when giving our children any sort of medication. In my opinion no question is a dumb question but if you see Dr. Nagamine he will certainly speak to you in a way that can be condescending at times. We found another doctor who has been extremely kind and open to any questions or concerns that I have as a parent. If you are looking for a doctor to work with you and your child I'd go elsewhere. read more

I have always been really happy with Dr. Nagamine and his staff. Everyone at this office is really friendly and attentive.. And thorough as well. Dr. N always takes his time to make sure I understand and get to ask all my questions. He has always been our pediatrician so my son is really comfortable with him as well. I highly recommend him and will be choosing him for our daughter as well after she arrives. The only thing is sometimes there is a wait.. (Not today!!:)).. But like I said in my tip, I think this comes with the territory of being a well liked physician :) read more

Nagamine John M MD - So much to play with.. And the front desk has hand sanitizer for those germ-a-phobs like us! Lol - Pediatricians Near Me - Kailua, Hawaii

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This is one of the best doctors I've ever met. He has the biggest heart and is very direct and assuring. I love how he's all about what's best for the baby and you as a parent. Highly highly recommend! read more

I have taken both of my children here since birth. Dr. Nagamine has a great way with children and always puts mine at ease. He never seems rushed in answering any/all of our questions, you can tell he really cares about the children. All the staff are friendly and professional, and we typically get into all of our appointments in a timely matter. I would definitely recommend this clinic. read more

If you want a condescending, judgmental doctor who blows off all concerns, this is your guy. Our first appointment with him he was very charming, but everything went downhill from there. I never leave reviews for anything, but felt like I had to after the treatment we received from this doctor. After 4 months we are now switching doctors. As a younger mom of two under two I was wanting a doctor who was thorough and kind. I instead got a doctor who acted like just because I was a younger I was incompetent. Extremely disappointing. read more

Went again recently because my daughter refused to let me trim her ingrown toe nail. I mean "MURDEROUS SCREAMS" over just looking at it! She would only go to see Dr. Nagamine about it and in agreement I took her. He was so kind and patient with treating her toe. I am sure he had a hundred other things going but gave his undivided attention to her concerns (at 3.5years old) and way more than I was giving. It meant the world and she left happy after he trimmed the nail to her liking. Every day now we drive past Castle Medical Center and she makes a point to say thats where her Doctor is. Very sweet! Can't say enough about how thankful I am to him! read more

I Love this doctors and nurses that work here they are the best for my kids and I trust them

Dr. Nagamine is great! I had a few people refer him so I had my interview with him and he seemed to really care about his patients and is knowledgeable in his work. His office staff is excellent and really nice. He's a busy guy though so sometimes I get his assistant but she's just as great! read more

This doctor was very smiley when I first met him. But I often just went with my wife to take care of my children. One day we walked in and we were handed a paper that said that my son needed to take six shots that day. he's four years old and most of the shots probably four or five of them he had already taken before. We also noticed that on the paper on the very top it said recommended, and had six shots that were checked alongside of many others that were not checked. this is where his confusion started. So naturally as a parent, we question whether or not these recommended shots were in fact needed. So we asked the receptionist, and the receptionist says that he didn't actually need to take one of them. so with that answer from his own staff, we naturally began to think well maybe he didn't need more than one of them since six shots in a day was pretty excessive for any parent... Let alone a four year for one day. We then went to a government site called "http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/parents/downloads/parent-ver-sch-0-6yrs.pdf" and immediately read that many of the shots were actually not recommended per the government site. we then asked to talk to "Dr." nagamine about the numbers of shots needed. We waited a while and eventually got a conversation with the doctor. So we asked him about the necessity of certain shots, and then we didn't feel they were needed if my four year old had already gotten them... 6 shots? He then proceeded to tell me that they were not recommended at all and that if we did refuse any shots that he "recommended" that we "can't do that". I then asked him well then why is the paper say "recommended"? He then said oh yeah that is weird yeah it shouldn't say recommended it should say required. He then went into a lengthy, or what he thought was a lengthy reason of why we should not refuse any shots. It was because "I was in my own little world" and that I "shouldn't put my children and risk," and others at risk (pointing at my infant son who is supposed to also get shots that day). I then told him we are not talking about my infant son, whom I do in fact want all the shots needed today but we were talking about my four-year-old son... was this guy listening? He said "Oh" then repeated that I shouldn't because I was thinking like a narrow minded person... The "pediatrician" was still smiling while he was saying this. So I commented on the information I got from the government website. He then said be careful what you read because there is a lot of "rubbish out there". At this point he was smiling bigger than ever. He then went off to say that he didn't have time to give me a whole lecture and that he didn't have time too answer too many questions... He only had time to go from one room to the other without the kind of issues that was happening for him and my family... because I suppose he doesn't factor in that a family will question the word "recommended"? He then said that we must have faith in him or any other doctor that is taking care of us for that matter. He then began telling me I should go to someone else to put my children's health in danger, cause "I was only hearing what I wanted to hear. You can clearly see why I have no faith in this man at this point in the conversation. If I can save one set of parents from this man then my review has done it's job, be careful who your doctors are, because one day there will be a situation where they will have to break skin on your child and they will be totally offended when you ask questions about it. Be careful when your doctor does not take more than his average visit time per patient, when you start asking question. This man is not a pediatrician, he's a businessman, and he has a lot to learn. And please take note, I am a husband, father, and customer who was simply asking questions about a paper that implied about "recommended" "booster" vaccines... unknownst to me they were mandatory? Trust me, I'll more likely be getting all the vaccines that were on that "recommended" list... somewhere else and you should too! Unfortunately the only thing he has going for him was the insurance he was stealing from my job and his his fake smile. Update: 6/4/13 I went to another doctor shortly after that, and I was faxed a piece of paper that said my son had no other shots to take... "Mandatory optional" Vaccines... unreal. read more

I am so happy that I found this office. Front staff is knowledgable & professional. Dr.Nagamine & Associate are wonderful. As a FTM I have no idea what to expect & of course questions were inevitable. Dr.Nagamine was so patient & answered everything & did not ever talk down to me. My daughter had Jaundice & we needed to be admitted back to the hospital for her treatment. Dr.Nagamine came to the hospital close to midnight to check on how she was doing. HE is ABSOLUETLY THE BEST. I recommend everyone to him. Thank you so much Dr.Nagamine. read more

I am so disgusted with this office that I had to change my way of yelping. My niece just had a baby girl and I called to schedule a follow up appointment with Dr. Nagamine. He was listed as the pediatrician on the discharge form and my niece told she was assigned to him while she was pregnant. When I called the office and asked for an appointment, I was told my niece was not a patient. I informed the receptionist that Dr. Nagamine was listed as the doctor. I was told he was not the doctor and we would have to go through an interview process. What???? I didn't know I was applying for a private school. I was then told I could call a few free clinics in the area. Again, WHAT? Since when did it become okay to assume that I wouldn't be able to pay for the visit or that my I aniece did not have insurance? I am very disgusted with this doctor and his staff. I will take my money and business elsewhere. I wouldn't trust my new, beautiful niece with a doctor who's forgotten how to be a doctor. read more

just called the office and don't think the receptionist handled it well. I called to schedule being that my daughter had been misdiagnosed a few times I heard lots of good thing about this ped. I asked to schedule she said hold on, I held only for her to say we're not accepting patients. wait so what's the wait list or expected time? there's no time or call back lost were not taking patients. not nice at all read more

Dr. Nagamine is the best!! He is so gentle with our son. And is truly caring. He answers every question we might have and gives us advice on what to expect on the coming months. (First time parents, son is only 5 weeks old) I recommend!! They also schedule newborn appointments on Wednesday mornings so other children do not come in contact with newborns! Which I love! His positivity is contagious! Such a sweet man! My husband and I can't thank him enough! read more

Dr. John is by far my favorite pediatrician to date. We have three baby boys and moved a few times so we have had different docs. He did an amazing job w circumcision (has done thousands) and all the nurses love him at Castle - he is the go to newborn doc there. He is nice and knowledgeable and very helpful! So happy we found him through recommendation. read more

Dr. Nagamine's office is fantastic! As a new Mom (my daughter is 10 months old), I'm freaked out about E V E R Y T H I N G which means I'm constantly calling Dr. Nagamine's office for advice and "emergency" appointments. The office staff is always very pleasant and manages to squeeze us in every single time! Dr. Nagamine and Dr. Nagamine is very kind, gentle, patient and understanding. read more

Dr Nagamine was the on call dr when I had my baby. I hadn't picked a pediatrician yet so I asked all the nurses what they thought of him. They all spoke highly of him which is a great sign considering they have many to choose from. He is so kind and sweet to my baby and me. Always complimentary of her and seems to truly care for and adore each little one he works with. read more

If your looking for a compassionate, knowledgeable physician that acts like a partner in your child's care, look elsewhere! If your looking for mediocracy, judgmental candid opinions with a condescending demeanor, you found your match. I cannot believe I brought my kids to this clinic. We are seasoned military family and have lived in eight different cities. This physician has been by far the worst. We switched to a wonderful and professional practice in Kailua with female practitioners and never looked back. read more

Dr. John Nagamine and his staff are amazing! They feel like our extended family even when we see them around town. They recently found an eye problem with my son that we never expected and we are now getting the help we need ASAP. I can't recommend them enough! read more

First off as far as the interview comment below - it is standard procedure for a pediatrician to call you in for an interview to make sure you as a parent feel like you have a doctor who will meet your needs. It has nothing to do with assuming your payment will not be made or anything like that. Just because he was the pediatrician on call when your baby was delivered does not mean he is automatically their physician. Most parents begin interviewing pediatricians as soon as they find out they are pregnant. Dr Nagamine was the pediatrician on call when I had my c section. My daughter came out blue and he immediately took her for testing - we found out that she had fluid on her lungs and would have to stay with the nurses for 3 nights in the nursery for 24/7 watch to monitor her breathing. He made sure to come in at least twice a day to check on her and fill us in on everything. His staff is amazing - awesome and I love them all. I never had an issue with him not returning my phone calls after hours, as a first time mom I called him a lot! He never made me feel stupid or seemed frustrated with the 2 am pages. I love this office and highly recommend them. I have moved now and am having trouble finding a dr to meet these awesome standards. They have even been so helpful as to send my daughters record to about 10 different offices because I am in the process of searching for a good pediatrician. So before you give negative reviews on here or anywhere else please make sure you know what you are talking about. Mahalo Dr Nagamine and staff for all of your help!! Much love - the Hopkins Ohana... read more

We had this doctor for my daughter until she was almost 2. He kept saying that he was going to put our daughter on a diet when she hit 2 but NEVER asked what she eats or activity level. When asked what percentage milk to give her he said definitely skim, not factoring in that milk fat helps brain development. The other doctor in the office told us to go see a specialist when my daughter just had a cold. The specialist told her to call us and apologize for scaring us since we just had a cold. We went to a new practice all together. read more