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Your Trusted Medical Center in Kahuku, HI
At Kahuku Medical Center, we are committed to providing exceptional healthcare services rooted in compassion, community, and cultural sensitivity. Our mission is to deliver high-quality, accessible care to residents and visitors across the North Shore and Koolauloa regions, ensuring every patient feels welcomed as part of our 'ohana (family). With a focus on family and internal medicine, pediatrics, dental health, rehabilitation, and emergency services, our team of experienced professionals prioritizes personalized care in a comfortable, home-like environment. As a not-for-profit critical access hospital, we emphasize financial responsibility while maintaining the highest standards of medical excellence.Our dedication to wellness, preventive care, and community health education underscores our role as a trusted healthcare partner. By integrating modern medical practices with the aloha spirit, we strive to be the leading provider of choice for individuals seeking reliable, culturally attuned care. Through continuous improvement and patient-centered innovation, we aim to strengthen our position as a cornerstone of rural healthcare in Hawaii.
Services
Emergency Services
Primary Care
Dental Health
Behavioral Health
Rehabilitation Therapy
Imaging Services
Laboratory Testing
Podiatry
Wound Care
Sports Medicine
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 emergency care as the only hospital within 30 miles
- Our staff reflects the diverse communities we serve
- Comprehensive services from pediatrics to wound care available locally
- Culturally sensitive care rooted in Hawaiian values
- Dedicated team of experienced medical professionals across 15+ specialties
Services
Emergency Services
Our 24/7 emergency department provides immediate care for acute illnesses and injuries. Staffed by board-certified professionals, we handle trauma, cardiac events, and urgent medical conditions with advanced diagnostic tools and rapid response protocols. Patients benefit from seamless transitions to inpatient care when needed, ensuring continuity of treatment in a critical access hospital setting.
Primary Care
Comprehensive preventive and chronic disease management services for all ages. Our primary care physicians offer wellness exams, immunizations, and coordinated care plans tailored to individual needs. With extended hours and same-day appointments available, we serve as the first point of contact for ongoing health concerns in a community-focused environment.
Rehabilitation Therapy
Specialized rehabilitation programs for post-injury recovery, post-surgical care, and chronic condition management. Our licensed therapists use evidence-based techniques including manual therapy, therapeutic exercises, and patient education. Services include outpatient physical therapy and inpatient rehabilitation with personalized treatment plans to restore mobility and function.
Behavioral Health
Integrated mental health services addressing depression, anxiety, and behavioral disorders. Our licensed clinicians provide individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, and medication management. The program emphasizes holistic care through collaboration with primary care providers to ensure comprehensive treatment for emotional and psychological well-being.
Dental Health
Full-service dental clinic offering preventive, restorative, and emergency dental care. Services include cleanings, fillings, extractions, and oral health education. Our dentists prioritize patient comfort while addressing urgent dental issues and maintaining long-term oral health through personalized care plans tailored to individual needs.
People
Neil Annandale
Behavioral Health Specialist
Dr. Annandale provides comprehensive mental health services with a focus on community-based care. His approach emphasizes culturally sensitive treatment plans that integrate traditional Hawaiian values with modern psychological practices to support patient well-being.
Tarah Henderson-Toderic
Family Medicine Physician
Dr. Henderson-Toderic specializes in family medicine with additional certification in sports medicine. She combines evidence-based practice with personalized care to address the unique healthcare needs of patients across all life stages in the North Shore community.
Darren Day
Podiatrist
Dr. Day offers specialized foot and ankle care with expertise in sports medicine and wound management. His practice focuses on improving patient mobility through conservative treatments and surgical interventions tailored to individual health profiles.
Rachel Christensen
Physical Therapist
Dr. Christensen leads rehabilitation services with a focus on post-acute care and functional restoration. Her clinical expertise includes developing customized therapy programs that enhance recovery outcomes for patients with complex physical impairments.
Masina DeCastro
Behavioral Health Counselor
Ms. DeCastro provides behavioral health services emphasizing community mental health and crisis intervention. Her practice incorporates culturally appropriate therapeutic techniques to address the unique psychosocial needs of local residents.
Questions
What emergency services are available at Kahuku Medical Center?
We offer 24/7 emergency care with board-certified staff and advanced diagnostic capabilities for trauma, cardiac events, and urgent medical conditions.
Do you provide care for visitors and tourists?
Yes, we welcome travelers needing medical care. Complete our Guest Patient Registration process before arrival to streamline your visit.
What primary care services do you offer?
Our primary care includes wellness exams, chronic disease management, immunizations, and same-day appointments for urgent health concerns.
Are specialty services available locally?
We offer dental, behavioral health, podiatry, rehabilitation therapy, and sports medicine services through our team of specialized providers.
How do you accommodate rural community needs?
As the only hospital within 30 miles, we serve as the region's emergency safety net and primary care provider with community-focused services.
What makes Kahuku Medical Center unique?
Our 'ohana (family) approach combines medical excellence with Hawaiian cultural values in a comfortable, home-like environment.
