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Samer S. Assaf, MD

4.9

374 ratings

Doctor of medicine (MD)

Internal medicine

(board certified)

Medical Group

Sharp Rees-Stealy

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Sharp Rees-Stealy Kearny Mesa

858-499-2710
Fax: 858-262-8663

8975 Balboa Ave
Floor 2
San Diego, CA 92123

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  1. Sharp Rees-Stealy Kearny Mesa

    8975 Balboa Ave
    Floor 2
    San Diego, CA 92123
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    858-499-2710
    Fax: 858-262-8663

About Samer S. 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: 53
In practice since: 2006
Gender: Male
Languages: Arabic

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 S. Assaf, MD, accepts 34 health insurance plans.

Insurance plans accepted

Sharp accepts most health insurance. Not all plans are listed. Please contact your insurance company to verify your insurance type and plan.

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Ratings and reviews

4.9

374 ratings

Patient ratings

Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries

4.9

Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others

4.9

Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition

4.9

Provider discussed treatment options

4.9

Provider included you in decisions

4.9

Patient reviews

Verified Patient

August 27, 2026

5.0

Very good experi

Verified Patient

August 24, 2026

5.0

Dr A is so patient, personable, kind and attentive.

Verified Patient

August 23, 2026

5.0

Dr. Samer Assaf is the BEST!! I've been seeing him for at least 15 years..

Verified Patient

August 20, 2026

5.0

Had yearly physical and Dr Assaf discussed things health wise for the future.

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