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DAVID YAMAMOTO, MD

DAVID YAMAMOTO, MD (Family Medicine) - Arvada, CO Dr. David Yamamoto grew up on a family farm in the Seattle area. He received his medical degree from the University of Washington in 1977 and completed a residency and teaching fellowship in family practice at the University of Buffalo. He moved to Colorado in 1981 where he took a position as an emergency room physician in Aspen. He has been working in family practice and occupational medicine in the Denver area since 1985. He opened Peak to Peak Family Medicine in 2002. He is board-certified in family practice and has special interests in: occupational medicine, sports medicine, anxiety disorders, major depressive disorder and pain conditions, including back and spine pain. He is an avid tennis player and skier and has been racing with Rocky Mountain Masters since 1986. He enjoys spending his free time with his wife, Jean.

“I truly enjoy being in private practice as a primary care physician. I have a great staff and it is a joy to come to work. Of course, we have many challenges, but we take them on as a team and continue to improve and evolve. The best part of the practice is our relationship with our patients.”

Jill Nakayama, FNP-C

Jill Nakayama, FNP-C, is a compassionate Family Nurse Practitioner who proudly grew up in Colorado and is dedicated to providing thoughtful, patient-centered care to her community. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from Southern Utah University and went on to complete her Master of Science in Nursing at Graceland University — all while raising her son, who is now preparing to serve in the United States Marine Corps.

Known for her warm demeanor and attentive approach, Jill values building lasting relationships with her patients and helping them feel comfortable, heard, and empowered in their healthcare journey. Outside of medicine, she enjoys painting in both watercolor and oils, refurbishing furniture, and spending quality time with friends and family. Her creativity, resilience, and dedication to others shine through in every aspect of her life and career.

Christine Beckert, FNP-C

For a more compassionate, individualized approach to your healthcare, call Peak to Peak Family Medicine at 303.427.7700. We welcome patients from Thornton, Westminster, Wheat Ridge, Arvada and Broomfield.