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Dr. Elena Yamaguchi, MD

Dr. Elena Yamaguchi, MD

Infectious Disease Medicine*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Elena Yamaguchi, MD is an infectious disease internist in Delray Beach, FL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia, Facultad De Medicina Alberto Hurtado in 1981. She is affiliated with medical facilities Delray Medical Center and Boca Raton Regional Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 26 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (26 reviews)

Practice

13550 S Jog Rd Ste 202A Delray Beach, FL 33446
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Yamaguchi specializes in the areas of Infectious Disease & 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
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Yamaguchi's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Yamaguchi

3.9
26 ratings, 15 with a written review
5 star
65%
65%
4 star
4%
4%
3 star
4%
4%
2 star
8%
8%
1 star
19%
19%

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Dr Elena Yamaguchi
Dr Yamaguchi is at the highest level of knowledge and professionalism one could hope for in a physician making important decisions regarding one’s wellbeing. Her recommendations have been lifesaving for me. The time she spends with each patient explaining situations is unheard of in today’s busy world. I sometimes forget that I am not her only patient. She has others who will also receive her undivided attention. She is kind, compassionate and caring. It was my lucky day to have found this most wonderful physician… Dr Elena Yamaguchi.
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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Myra Sonshine – Dec 27, 2024
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Incredible kind & compassionate physician
I cannot recommend Dr. Elena Yamaguchi more highly. As an infectious disease specialist, she has treated my husband multiple times for various challenging infections that no one else seemed able to resolve. Dr. Yamaguchi has consistently been driven to find answers and solutions, even when the situation seemed most dire. Her kindness, compassion, and professionalism are truly exceptional. She doesn’t just treat the illness, she treats the whole person, with a level of care and dedication that is rare to find. My family and I are forever grateful to her for being our hero time and time again. If you are looking for an infectious disease doctor who will go above and beyond to be sure of the best possible care, Dr. Yamaguchi is the one. Thank you, Dr. Yamaguchi, for everything you’ve done for us.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Debra M – Aug 20, 2024
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?????????? I cannot recommend Dr. Elena Yamaguchi more highly. As an infectious disease specialist, she has treated me multiple times for various challenging infections that no one else seemed able to resolve. Dr. Yamaguchi has consistently been driven to find answers and solutions, even when the situation seemed most dire. Her kindness, compassion, and professionalism are truly exceptional. She doesn’t just treat the illness, she treats the whole person, with a level of care and dedication that is rare to find. My family and I are forever grateful to her for being our hero time and time again. If you are looking for a doctor who will go above and beyond to be sure the best possible care, Dr. Yamaguchi is the one. Thank you, Dr. Yamaguchi, for everything you’ve done for me
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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EstevanM – Aug 18, 2024
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Excellent Doctor!
I could not get any medical help for my condition. It is advanced and chronic, with little known on how to treat. Dr Yamaguchi has taken the time to evaluate and work with me in managing the pain and discomfort, and also fighting off infection. She is a very caring doctor, and she is very thorough. I am fortunate to have her help!
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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Mary S – Jan 14, 2024
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Look elsewhere
Dr Yamaguchi is basically inaccessible. The office rarely answers the phone during normal business hours and doesn't return calls. This doctor likes to farm out problems, but does nothing herself. She has trouble filling out prescriptions correctly and the staff won't fix the errors either. One time I had to use MY PHONE at her office to obtain insurance codes for her for my bloodwork. Overall my experiences with her have all been sub par. Save yourself the hassles and find a better office and doctor.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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David T – May 13, 2022
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Both calming and communicable
We experienced a very attentive and patient doctor. We never felt rushed and she always made a point of making us feel both calmed and informed at the same time.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Mar 17, 2022
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Dr. Yamaguchi is one of the best physicians I have ever been fortunate enough to be referred to! She and her staff are professional, kind,and caring, and the doctor’s vast knowledge and ability to truly listen to her patients makes her a cut above the rest. As a healthcare professional for over 30 years, I can tell you that most doctors, especially during these times, are not the same and will not spend as much time with every patient as Dr. Yamaguchi is willing to. Thank you for making such a difference in our lives!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Shari Volonino Ferrari – Sep 06, 2020
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Dr. Yamaguchi is the best of the BEST! I went to her for a difficult to diagnose case. I had seen probably 25 doctors prior to her for this issue. When I called for an appointment, I told her office manager my situation. She spoke with Dr. Yamaguchi and they saw me the next day and the doctor came in early to work me in her schedule. When I was there, she had already contacted Quest Diagnostics and my internist and secured all my records. She did not rush me. She took the time to appropriately think about my situation and order additional lab tests. Her staff is sensitive to each patient's needs and are very kind professionals. I am convinced, Dr. Yamaguchi will cure me. I highly recommend this practice.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Denise Da Pra Johnson – Nov 01, 2019
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I am so thankful that I found Dr. Yamaguchi. She very effectively addressed a problem I had experienced for more than a year. She is very knowledgeable and uses her knowledge to precisely diagnose the patient's problem. She has shown that she stays very current on procedures and medications. She is a doctor who truly cares about her patients and takes her responsibility to them very seriously. She always takes the time to fully inform the patient. Her staff is wonderful. Efficient. Professional.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Mar 14, 2019
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Office is disorganized and filthy. Wait is interminable. Doctor seems overwhelmed
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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FL – Oct 17, 2018
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The staff are very efficient and respect individual patient needs. The room where most of the infusions take place is a bee hive of activity and team work. Linda, Dawn, Bonnie and several other nurses man that office seven days a week throughout all holidays! They are cheerful and flexible with scheduling change requests. They are the “gold standard” ! BUT... There a boxes strung about the other rooms and the one exam room where I was seen was appalling! Paint and storage solutions!
What went well
  • 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
  • Office environment
6 others found this helpful
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Jan 09, 2018
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Dr. Yamaguchi, is patient and thorough. She is extremely smart, courteous and works hard to assist a patient in achieving excellent health. She spends a significant amount of time answering questions and helping you understand the necessary treatment required for the disease. She does spend a long amount of time with each patient, which results in long wait times. However, she gives you the time you need and seeks to resolve all concerns with each illness. Her staff is pleasant and courteous.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Boynton Beach, FL – May 16, 2017
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Absolutely HORRID~~my mother is in the Delray med and this Dr would not call me 1 time, she randomly prescribed medicine without telling what it was for. I have called her 7 times in 2 days and not one response. I am the proxy of my mother and not one time as this dr even reached out to talk to me. I have left messages, called the hosiptal and begged for a conversation. if my mother gets worse it is her fault. i would run, not walk from this dr. If you are that busy u should not take new patient
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
11 others found this helpful
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Marcy Faith in Boca Raton, FL – Jan 08, 2017
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Best doctor that I have been to, the staff are awesome always willing to help and get answers to our questions. The wait times are really long though.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Nov 18, 2016
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Dr Yamaguchi is an excellent doctor. She is always compassionate and listens to her patient's needs.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Jesus Adaniel in Delray Beach, FL – Feb 12, 2016
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About Me

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Dr. Elena Yamaguchi, MD is an infectious disease internist in Delray Beach, FL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia, Facultad De Medicina Alberto Hurtado in 1981. She...read more
  • Infectious Disease Medicine

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Clinical Center At The Nih

    Residency Hospital
  • Jackson Mem Hosp/jackson Health

    Residency Hospital
  • Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia, Facultad De Medicina Alberto Hurtado

    Medical School, 1981
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Infectious Disease
Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Elena Yamaguchi MD PA13550 S Jog Rd Ste 202A Delray Beach, FL 33446
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Boca Raton Regional Hospital

    800 Meadows Rd
    Boca Raton, FL 33486
    Recipient of 6
    hospital 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

    71%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Delray Medical Center

    5352 Linton Blvd
    Delray Beach, FL 33484
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    69%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    15% lower than the national average

    61%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    15% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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