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About Me

Conditions I specialize in
  • Endocrinology

Fumie J. Nishiyama, MD, became a physician as she had a calling to be of service to others. A problem solver by nature, Dr. Nishiyama feels privileged to be part of her patients’ lives and hear their stories. She works with them to find individualized solutions and plans to provide the best treatment.

Dr. Nishiyama treats adult patients, age 18 and older, for a wide variety of endocrine disorders including diabetes and thyroid diseases. Since each patient is unique, she encourages each patient to live mindfully and think conscientiously about their choices, so that together they can reach the long-term health goals to improve their quality of life.

Dr. Nishiyama has helped educate medical students about the endocrine system and has been published in peer review journals.

Locations I practice at

Education

  • Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine | Medical School, 1998
    Doctor of Medicine (MD)
  • University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center | Internship, 1999
  • University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center | Residency, 2001
  • University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center | Fellowship, 2005

Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine | Other, 2002
  • American Board of Internal Medicine | Other, 2007

Ratings and Reviews

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5 / 5 (414 ratings, 10 comments)
Comments from patients
  • 5 / 5
    Dr. J is wonderful! She spends time listening to my questions and concerns, and uses shared decision making regarding my care.
    Reviewed March 26, 2026
  • 5 / 5
    She is wonderful!
    Reviewed March 24, 2026
  • 5 / 5
    Dr. Nishiyama is one of the very few excellent physicians I have ever had. She is always genuinely concerned about how I am feeling and looking for ways to improve my health. She is truly a professional and a great asset to TriHealth.
    Reviewed March 13, 2026
  • 5 / 5
    The assistant was friendly and efficient.
    Reviewed March 12, 2026
  • 5 / 5
    Excellent Physician.
    Reviewed March 12, 2026