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Jon 'Kai' Yamaguchi

Jon 'Kai' Yamaguchi, MD

Colon and Rectal SurgeryGeneral Surgery

Accepting New Patients
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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult 21-65
  • Older Adult >65

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

About Jon 'Kai' Yamaguchi

About The Provider

Dr. Kai Yamaguchi is a highly sought-after board-certified general surgeon with expertise in robotic-assisted surgery. His practice covers the broad scope of general surgery with particular interest in hernias, colorectal cancer and diseases, gastric cancer and masses, pancreatic cancer, liver cancer, biliary cancer and dialysis access.

Dr. Yamaguchi completed a residency at the University of Maryland Medical System and a fellowship in multi-organ transplantation at Emory University Hospital. He has more than 15 years experience in transplantation and an impressive background in leading surgical and transplant programs. He has also served in the United States Army Reserve as a lieutenant colonel and was awarded the Army Commendation Medal, Combat Action Badge, and Army Reserve Component Achievement Medal. Dr. Yamaguchi’s passions include spending time with his children, cooking and kiteboarding.

Provider Type

Physician

Locations

  1. Adventist Health Castle Specialty Care

Expertise

Education

  • Medical School: Temple University
  • Residency Program: University of Maryland Medical System
  • Fellowship Program: Emory University

Board Certifications

  • Surgery (General Surgery): American Board of Surgery, 2006

Ratings & Reviews

4.8 out of 5

89 ratings, 10 reviews

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/9/2026

    Dr Yamaguchi was professional and kind. I didn't feel rushed and he answered every question I had. I'm so grateful to him for doing my surgery.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/29/2026

    I appreciated Dr. Yamaguchi's professionalism.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/30/2025

    Dr Yamaguchi has a wonderful bedside manner and is an excellent surgeon. That is a rare and beautiful combination.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/10/2025

    Dr Yamaguchi truly took the time to discuss my situation along with options. He didn't speak down to me and used terminology that I could understand. He explained what was going on and how it was causing my symptoms.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/5/2025

    Dr. Yamaguchi was attentive, explained everything in simple terms and allowed me to participate in my care program

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/27/2025

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/22/2025

    Dr. Yamaguchi went above and beyond during our visit is he coordinated with my hematologist on the spot to make sure I was under the right medication and regiment.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/10/2025

    Very professional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/2/2025

    Asked questions to get a good description of how I was feeling

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/23/2025

    Very knowledgeable