Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Primary Care Provider in Aiea, HI
Founded in 1957 by Dr. Joseph Nishimoto, Pearl City Medical Associates has grown from a solo general practice to a respected primary care provider serving Oahu's Central and Leeward communities. Our team of 10 physicians, including 7 internists and 3 pediatricians, continues the tradition of compassionate, patient-centered care established over six decades ago. We maintain affiliations with the John A. Burns School of Medicine at the University of Hawaii, reflecting our commitment to medical education and excellence. Our relocation to the Pali Momi Medical Center in 1989 expanded our capacity to deliver comprehensive healthcare services while maintaining our family-style approach. We prioritize innovation in patient care processes while upholding the highest standards of medical practice.Our practice policies emphasize timely appointments, clear communication, and coordinated care with other healthcare providers. We maintain strict professionalism through established guidelines for patient conduct and appointment management. Our laboratory services integrate with local diagnostic facilities to ensure efficient testing and results management. We emphasize patient education through detailed guidelines covering insurance requirements, prescription refills, and emergency protocols. Our vision remains focused on delivering exceptional primary care while fostering a supportive environment for continuous professional development among our staff.
Services
Adult Medicine
Pediatric Medicine
Laboratory Services
Prescription Refills
On-Call Physician
Hospitalization
Patient Guidelines
Appointment Scheduling
Details
- Year established: 1957
Highlights and features
- We have over 60 years of experience serving Oahu's medical needs
- Our team includes 10 board-certified physicians specializing in adult and pediatric care
- We maintain teaching affiliations with the University of Hawaii's medical school
- Our practice offers coordinated care with local diagnostic and hospital facilities
- We provide 24/7 on-call physician services for urgent medical needs
Services
Adult Medicine
Our adult medicine specialists provide comprehensive healthcare for patients aged 18 and older. With seven board-certified internists, we offer preventive care, chronic disease management, and treatment for acute medical conditions. Our approach combines modern medical practices with personalized attention to meet each patient's unique healthcare needs.
Pediatric Medicine
Our pediatric department offers complete healthcare services for children from infancy through adolescence. Three dedicated pediatricians provide routine check-ups, immunizations, and treatment for childhood illnesses. We emphasize family-centered care and maintain regular communication with parents about their child's health and development.
Laboratory Services
We coordinate laboratory testing through integrated partnerships with Diagnostic Laboratory Services and Clinical Laboratories of Hawaii. Our electronic health record system ensures seamless transmission of lab orders while maintaining strict insurance verification protocols to prevent billing issues for our patients.
On-Call Physician
For urgent medical needs outside regular office hours, our on-call physicians provide telephone consultation and triage services. Patients receive guidance for after-hours care while maintaining continuity with their primary care provider for follow-up treatment when the office reopens.
Prescription Refills
Our prescription refill process requires 48-hour notice to ensure proper medication management. We maintain electronic records to streamline refill requests while following strict protocols for controlled substances and coordinating with pharmacies to meet patients' medication needs efficiently.
People
Dr. Joseph Nishimoto
Founding Physician
Dr. Nishimoto established Pearl City Medical Associates in 1957 as one of the first general practitioners in Pearl City's Leeward area. His pioneering work laid the foundation for the practice's growth into a multi-physician primary care organization serving Oahu's communities.
Dr. Rui Morimoto
Board Certified Internist
Dr. Morimoto joined PCMA as the newest internist, bringing specialized expertise in adult medicine. He provides comprehensive primary care services while maintaining the practice's tradition of compassionate patient-centered treatment for residents of Central and Leeward Oahu.
Questions
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call 808-488-0990 during regular business hours or use our patient portal for appointment requests. We require 24-hour notice for cancellations.
What insurance plans do you accept?
We work with most major insurance providers. Patients must ensure their primary care physician is listed as a current PCMA physician on their insurance card.
How can I get prescription refills?
Request refills through our patient portal or by calling our office with at least 48 hours notice for non-urgent medication needs.
What are your emergency protocols?
For medical emergencies outside office hours, call 911 or visit the nearest emergency room. Our on-call physician provides telephone triage assistance.
Do you offer laboratory services?
We coordinate lab testing with Diagnostic Laboratory Services and Clinical Laboratories of Hawaii through electronic orders integrated with our patient records system.
