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Samer Assaf, MD

4.9

384 ratings

Doctor of medicine (MD)

Internal medicine

(board certified)

Medical Group

Sharp Rees-Stealy

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858-499-2710
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2020 Genesee Ave.
Floor 3
San Diego, CA 92123-4219

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  1. Sharp Rees-Stealy Genesee

    2020 Genesee Ave.
    Floor 3
    San Diego, CA 92123-4219
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    858-499-2710
    Fax: 858-616-8155

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About Samer Assaf, MD

My patients are active participants in their healthcare, and I try my best to nurture the patient-physician relationship based on open communication, compassion, respect and trust.

Age: 52
In practice since: 2006
Gender: Male
Languages: Arabic, English

Education

University of California, San Diego: Residency
University of California, San Diego: Internship
Rush Medical College: Medical School

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NPI

1871682179

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Insurance plans accepted

Samer Assaf, MD, accepts 35 health insurance plans.

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Ratings and reviews

4.9

384 ratings

Patient ratings

Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition

4.9

Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries

4.9

Provider included you in decisions

4.9

Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others

4.9

Provider discussed treatment options

4.9

Patient reviews

Verified Patient

September 29, 2025

5.0

The doctor puts me at ease when I visit which makes communications and resolutions seems easy.

Verified Patient

September 22, 2025

5.0

Dr. Assaf is amazing. Since I started being this patient, I have nothing but good things to say about his work ethic, his commitment to his patient, I always feel heard, he genuinely does all he can to helpful. He is very supportive, good communicator and definitely provides the service expected at Sharp.

Verified Patient

September 20, 2025

5.0

We actually look forward to our appointments.

Verified Patient

September 16, 2025

5.0

Dr. Assaf has a superb manner - he made me feel at ease and listened carefully. This was the first visit and he was very thorough in reviewing my medical history, taking the time needed to complete the session, unhurried. I fully agreed with his recommendations.

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Over 250 recognitions

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