Our Services

Sakamoto Dermatology is a comprehensive dermatological practice, specializing in adult and pediatric skin care. We offer evaluation and treatments of skin conditions such as skin cancers, acne, rosacea, eczema, psoriasis, complexion problems, allergic rashes, nail and hair disorders, infections, lupus and other autoimmune connective tissue diseases.

Our practice offers the latest cosmetic treatments to improve the health and appearance of your skin including Botox Cosmetic®, Juvéderm® fillers, and chemical peels. We also offer the latest in laser technology such as BBL™ (IPL) BroadBand Photofacial Light treatments and laser hair reduction.

With deep roots in the Hawaii community, our office is located in Honolulu at Queens Medical Center – Physicians Office Building III. We look forward to providing you with the highest level of individualized care that addresses all your skin care needs.

Greg K Sakamoto, MD

Dr. Greg K. Sakamoto was born and raised in the small plantation town of Waialua, located on Oahu’s North Shore. He is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology. He received his medical school training at the John A. Burns School of Medicine at the University of Hawaii followed by an internship in Internal Medicine from the University of Hawaii Internal Medicine Residency Program. He then went on to complete his training at the Harvard Medical School Dermatology Residency Program in Boston, Massachusetts, and was the Chief Resident from 2008-2009. After completing his residency, Dr. Sakamoto moved back to Hawaii and has been practicing in his own private practice since 2011.  Dr. Sakamoto is an active fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, a faculty member for the University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine, and a member of the American Contact Dermatology Society, and the Hawaii Dermatology Society.

 

 

Paul Takiguchi, MD

Dr. Paul Takiguchi was born in Hawaii.  He completed his undergraduate and medical school studies at the University of Hawaii, and completed his Dermatology training at the University of Cincinnati, Ohio.  Dr. Takiguchi has spent the last three decades running a successful full-time private practice in Aiea, Hawaii.  He retired from his full-time practice in 2017 and joined Dr. Sakamoto on a part-time basis.  Dr. Takiguchi’s wife, Gale, an experienced dermatologic R.N., works alongside Dr. Takiguchi during his clinic hours.  She brings 30 years of experience in dermatologic nursing from their work together in full-time practice.  Dr. Takiguchi’s clinic hours are generally on Saturday mornings and Wednesday evenings.  

 

 

 

Eric Yukumoto, PA-C

Eric Yukumoto, PA-C is an experienced Certified Physician Assistant, specializing in Dermatology.  He was born and raised in Aiea, Hawaii, on the island of Oahu.  Eric received his undergraduate degree at Pacific University in 2004 with a major in Molecular and Cellular Biology.  He then completed his Master of Physician Assistant degree at Samuel Merritt College in Oakland, California in 2008, where he co-authored an article titled, “Iatrogenic Osteoporosis in Dermatology” that was published in the International Journal of Dermatology.  During his clinical training he completed rotations in Internal Medicine, General Surgery and General Dermatology, and has also been trained in Dermatologic Surgery performing biopsies and excisions.  After finishing his Physician Assistant degree, Eric returned home to Hawaii to be near his family and give back to his community.  He has been practicing as a Dermatology Physician Assistant in Hawaii since 2010.  His extensive clinical experience allows him to effectively diagnose and treat various skin cancers, rashes, acne and other disorders of the skin, hair and nails.  His easy going personality and excellent patient care give him a solid reputation among his patients.