Name: Dr. Michael H.T. Sia

Specialty: Pediatrics & Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics

Qualification / Board Certification: MD — Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine (Class of 1990) | MPH — University of Hawaii-Manoa | American Board of Pediatrics Certified

Affiliation(s): Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children | University of Hawaii, John A. Burns School of Medicine | Hawaii Health Partners

Location (City/State): Honolulu, HI

Languages Spoken: English (additional languages not listed)

Accepting New Patients: Yes

NPI Number: Not publicly available

About the Doctor

Dr. Michael H.T. Sia is a highly accomplished and board-certified pediatrician based in Honolulu, Hawaii, with over 30 years of clinical experience caring for children and adolescents. He earned his medical degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in 1990 and completed both his internship and residency in Pediatrics at Stanford Health Care-Sponsored Stanford University, finishing his training in 1994. Dr. Sia also holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) in Public Health Education from the University of Hawaii-Manoa and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Dartmouth College — an academic foundation that gives him a uniquely broad and patient-centered perspective on child health and development.

Since 1995, Dr. Sia has served as an Associate Clinical Professor at the University of Hawaii, John A. Burns School of Medicine, shaping the next generation of physicians while maintaining an active clinical practice. He is currently a Board Member at Hawaii Health Partners and previously served as Chairman at Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children from 1998 to 2023 and as a Board of Director at Hawaii Medical Service Association. His areas of clinical expertise include developmental-behavioral pediatric care, atopic dermatitis, asthma, sinusitis, obesity, and comprehensive general pediatric and adolescent care. Dr. Sia has been consistently recognized as a Regional Top Doctor by Castle Connolly from 2018 to 2026 and received a Patients’ Choice Award in 2016. He is currently accepting new patients.

Key Highlights:

• 30+ years of experience in pediatrics and child healthcare
• Board-certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
• Associate Clinical Professor at University of Hawaii, John A. Burns School of Medicine since 1995
• Former Chairman, Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children (1998–2023)
• Current Board Member, Hawaii Health Partners
• Expertise in developmental-behavioral pediatrics, asthma, atopic dermatitis, and adolescent care
• Holds both an MD and a Master of Public Health (MPH)
• Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and American Medical Association (AMA)
• Recognized as Regional Top Doctor by Castle Connolly (2018–2026)
• Currently accepting new patients

Education & Training

Undergraduate: Dartmouth College — AB, Psychology, 1977–1981

Graduate (Public Health): University of Hawaii-Manoa — MPH, Public Health Education, 1982–1984

Medical School: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine — Class of 1990

Internship: Stanford Health Care-Sponsored Stanford University — Pediatrics, 1990–1991

Residency: Stanford Health Care-Sponsored Stanford University — Pediatrics, completed 1994

Fellowship / Additional Training: Not listed

Medical Conditions Treated

Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics:

• Developmental Delays & Milestones Concerns
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Screening
• Behavioral & Emotional Issues in Children
• Learning Disabilities

Respiratory & Allergic Conditions:

• Asthma & Reactive Airway Disease
• Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
• Allergic Rhinitis & Sinusitis
• Recurrent Ear Infections (Otitis Media)
• Chronic Cough & Breathing Difficulties

General Pediatric & Adolescent Conditions:

• Childhood Obesity & Weight Management
• Hypertension in Children & Adolescents
• Diabetes & Metabolic Disorders in Youth
• Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)
• Gastrointestinal Issues (constipation, reflux, abdominal pain)
• Skin Conditions (rashes, hives, infections)
• Fever, Cold & Flu Management
• Immunization-Preventable Diseases
• Adolescent Health & Puberty Concerns
• Sports Medicine & School Physical Clearances

Medical Procedures Performed

• Comprehensive Well-Child Examinations (newborn through adolescence)
• Developmental Screening & Behavioral Assessments
• Immunizations & Vaccinations (routine childhood schedule)
• Growth & Nutritional Assessments
• Asthma Management & Pulmonary Function Evaluation
• Allergy & Atopic Dermatitis Evaluation and Treatment
• Vision & Hearing Screenings
• School & Sports Physical Examinations
• Obesity Evaluation & Weight Management Counseling
• Diagnostic Lab Work & Blood Testing
• Ear, Nose & Throat Evaluations
• Adolescent Health Screenings
• Referrals & Specialist Care Coordination
• Parent & Family Counseling and Education

Services Offered

Dr. Sia’s pediatric practice at Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children in Honolulu offers a comprehensive, family-centered approach to child and adolescent healthcare. With over three decades of clinical experience and a strong academic and public health background, Dr. Sia provides both routine and specialized care that addresses the full spectrum of children’s physical, developmental, and behavioral health needs.

Well-Child Care & Preventive Medicine:

Dr. Sia provides thorough well-child visits from infancy through adolescence, following the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) guidelines for preventive care. These visits include growth monitoring, developmental milestone assessments, nutritional guidance, vision and hearing screenings, and age-appropriate vaccinations — ensuring children stay healthy and on track at every stage of development.

Developmental & Behavioral Pediatric Care:

A key area of Dr. Sia’s expertise is developmental-behavioral pediatrics. He conducts detailed evaluations for children showing signs of developmental delays, behavioral challenges, ADHD, or autism spectrum disorder. Drawing on his psychology background from Dartmouth and his decades of clinical experience, Dr. Sia provides families with actionable guidance, early intervention strategies, and appropriate referrals to support their child’s development.

 Asthma, Eczema & Obesity:

Dr. Sia has extensive experience managing chronic pediatric conditions including asthma, atopic dermatitis, and childhood obesity. He creates individualized, long-term management plans that incorporate medical treatment, lifestyle modification, family education, and regular monitoring. His public health training enhances his ability to address the social and environmental factors contributing to these conditions.

Adolescent Health Services:

Dr. Sia provides dedicated adolescent care, addressing the unique physical, emotional, and social health needs of teenagers. This includes puberty counseling, mental health screening, sports and school physicals, reproductive health guidance, and substance use awareness — delivered in a confidential, respectful, and age-appropriate manner.

Services at a Glance:

• Newborn, infant, and well-child examinations
• Developmental screening and behavioral health assessments
• Childhood immunization and vaccination programs
• Asthma diagnosis, management, and education
• Atopic dermatitis and allergy treatment
• Sinusitis and recurrent ear infection management
• Childhood obesity evaluation and weight management
• Adolescent health and puberty counseling
• Sports and school physical clearances
• Growth and nutritional assessments
• Vision and hearing screenings
• Chronic disease long-term management
• Parent and family education and counseling
• Specialist referrals and coordinated care

Accepted Insurances

Insurance information not publicly listed. Please contact the practice directly to confirm accepted insurance plans.

• Phone: +1 (808) 945-9955
• Fax: +1 (808) 945-9988

Practice Locations

Location 1 Address: 1319 Punahou Street, Suite 1190, Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children, Honolulu, HI 96826 Phone: +1 (808) 945-9955 Fax: +1 (808) 945-9988

Hospital Affiliations

• Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children — Honolulu, HI (Primary Affiliation & Former Chairman 1998–2023)
• University of Hawaii, John A. Burns School of Medicine — Honolulu, HI (Associate Clinical Professor since 1995)
• Hawaii Health Partners — (Current Board Member)

Awards, Honors & Recognition

• Regional Top Doctor — Castle Connolly, 2018–2026
• Best Doctors — 2001–2017
• Patients’ Choice Award — 2016

Professional Memberships

• American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) — Fellow
• American Medical Association (AMA) — Fellow