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Michael A Nakao

Michael A Nakao, MD

Pulmonary Disease, Critical Care Medicine, Geriatric Medicine, Internal Medicine, Sleep Medicine

Provider Ratings

4.7 out of 5 (87 ratings)

Provider Groups

  • Innovative Health Alliance of New York

  • SPHP Medical Associates

Primary Contact

518-438-4496
Appointments (New Patients Welcome)
Provider Groups

  • Innovative Health Alliance of New York

  • SPHP Medical Associates

Primary Contact
518-438-4496
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Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Internal Medicine
  • Pulmonary Disease
  • Sleep Medicine

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

Pulmonary & Critical Care Services - Albany

5 Palisades Dr
Ste 100
Albany, NY 12205

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Monday
8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday
8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday
8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday
8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday
8:30am - 4:30pm
518-438-4496 View Details

St. Peter's Sleep Center - Troy, St. Mary's Campus

St. Mary's Campus
1300 Massachusetts Ave
Troy, NY 12180

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Monday
8:00am - 4:00pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 4:00pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 4:00pm
Thursday
8:00am - 4:00pm
Friday
8:00am - 4:00pm
St. Peter's Sleep Center - Troy, St. Mary's Campus
518-268-6280 View Details

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Education & Certifications

Education

Education:
SUNY at Stony Brook School of Medicine (1975)

Board Certifications

Sleep Medicine, Sleep Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine Subspecialty (2009)

Critical Care Medicine, Critical Care Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine Subspecialty (1987)

Pulmonary Disease, Pulmonary Disease, American Board of Internal Medicine Subspecialty (1980)

Internal Medicine, American Board of (1978)

Provider Groups

Innovative Health Alliance of New York

SPHP Medical Associates

Provider Ratings

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy. Learn More >

4.7 out of 5

(87 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

30 Reviews

12/11/2025

He was very nice and discussed the issue with me a bit, but didn't have much information or guidance to offer beyond logging my sleep, doing a sleep study, and talking to my pain management doctor about my pain being part of the reason I don't get restful sleep.

12/10/2025

He listens so well.

12/09/2025

A great man and doctor

12/04/2025

Dr Nakao and the entire staff are excellent.

12/03/2025

Dr Nakia is full of information, advice, patience, and is very clear and helpful in discussing these complex lung/heart connections. I feel very confident with him, and appreciate his detailed communication style. I’m so relieved to be his patient. Lynn Ryan

11/20/2025

Dr very profession. Has helped me with my breathing priblem

11/20/2025

I’m truly happy to have Dr Nakao as my pulmonologist!!

11/07/2025

Very good 👍

10/29/2025

I never felt rushed and no question I asked was left unanswered.

10/24/2025

This was a post hospital stay visit. I was squeezed in. Dr Nakao spent plenty of time with me and I was satisfied with the treatment he prescribed.

10/09/2025

Doctor Nakao, is always friendly and courteous. Always easy to understand. Professional and businesslike but always pleasing to deal with.

10/07/2025

Dr. Nakao is very nice...he listens to anything I have to say.

09/04/2025

A very caring doctor

09/04/2025

Did not seem up to speed on my treatments. Failed to fully read my charts before seeing me. Was unaware of treatments that were prescribed at his recommendation.

09/02/2025

He's ok.

08/27/2025

He’s good. I wish he’d extend the consultation time.

07/31/2025

Thank you so much.you are a great example to younger doctors for sure. Thank you so much.

07/31/2025

Mir Doctors Nakhon Michal , is very good Doctor and person!!!Thank you very much for everything, I love him!

07/30/2025

He had been my provider many years. I’m very comfortable with him and trust his judgment.

07/28/2025

very caring and takes time to listen to you

07/24/2025

Dr. Nakao listens to your complaints and provides answers to help relieve your symptoms.

07/10/2025

Knowledgeable and experienced provider.

07/02/2025

Very positive experience and comprehensive

06/10/2025

He is very thorough

06/04/2025

Very professional

06/03/2025

The doctor was running’ behind and I had to wait longer than usual.

04/22/2025

Very informative with different concerns.

04/01/2025

Very friendly and professional

03/04/2025

Very professional.

03/04/2025

Dr Nakao is a caring doctor who makes me feel
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