Dr. Takashima completed her undergraduate at University of Texas El Paso, Magna Cum
Laude, with a degree in biomedical science before then earning her degree in Podiatric
medicine at Des Moines University on an academic scholarship. She then went on to
complete her surgical residency training at Ascension St. Joseph Hospital in Chicago, where
she held leadership roles as academic and student coordinator during her time.
Her in depth training and experience has provided her an extensive set of surgical skills,
specializing in tendon repair, infection, bunion correction, fracture treatment, and sports
medicine.

Dr. Takashima’s approach to medicine is marked by empathy and patient-centric care. She is
dedicated to ensuring that patients fully comprehend their injuries and treatment plans, with
a focus on helping patients improve their overall health and empower them to lead a healthy
lifestyle.

Outside of medicine, Dr. Takashima enjoys traveling internationally, cooking with her
husband and maintaining an active lifestyle through fitness. She is fluent in English and
Japanese, while studying Spanish to better serve her community.