Dr. Houshmand Joseph Naim, MD

Dr. Houshmand Joseph Naim, MD

Bariatric Surgeon
301 N Avalon Blvd, Wilmington, CA
Dr. H. Joseph Naim received his Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Southern California in Los Angeles and earned his Doctor of Medicine from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City, graduating with distinction in Research. He completed his residency in General Surgery at NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, where he served as Chief Resident during his final year. Dr. Naim then pursued a Fellowship in Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery at University Medical Center at Princeton, N.J., under the direction of world-renowned surgeon Robert E. Brolin, MD. In 2004, he began his practice in the Los Angeles area. His passion for general surgery led him to UCI Medical Center, where he served as Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery, teaching cutting-edge surgical techniques to other surgeons. Dr. Naim is the author of multiple scientific articles and a member of several surgical societies, including the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. He is also on the medical staff of some of the best hospitals in the United States, including Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. His expertise includes abdominoplasty, brachioplasty, hernia repairs, and body contouring procedures such as upper body procedures (breast lift, arm lift), mid-body procedures (tummy tuck), and lower body procedures (thigh lift, buttocks lift). Dr. Naim has performed over 3,000 surgical procedures. His practice emphasizes treatment with minimized risks and successful outcomes, thanks to advanced technology and a highly trained staff. Many patients have achieved life-changing and long-lasting results with procedures performed by Dr. Naim.
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Overall rating

4.75

Average wait time

4.57

Bedside manner

4.93

About Dr. Houshmand Joseph Naim

Dr. H. Joseph Naim received his Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Southern California in Los Angeles and earned his Doctor of Medicine from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City, graduating with distinction in Research. He completed his residency in General Surgery at NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, where he served as Chief Resident during his final year. Dr. Naim then pursued a Fellowship in Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery at University Medical Center at Princeton, N.J., under the direction of world-renowned surgeon Robert E. Brolin, MD. In 2004, he began his practice in the Los Angeles area. His passion for general surgery led him to UCI Medical Center, where he served as Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery, teaching cutting-edge surgical techniques to other surgeons. Dr. Naim is the author of multiple scientific articles and a member of several surgical societies, including the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. He is also on the medical staff of some of the best hospitals in the United States, including Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. His expertise includes abdominoplasty, brachioplasty, hernia repairs, and body contouring procedures such as upper body procedures (breast lift, arm lift), mid-body procedures (tummy tuck), and lower body procedures (thigh lift, buttocks lift). Dr. Naim has performed over 3,000 surgical procedures. His practice emphasizes treatment with minimized risks and successful outcomes, thanks to advanced technology and a highly trained staff. Many patients have achieved life-changing and long-lasting results with procedures performed by Dr. Naim.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Bariatric surgery
Bariatric surgery

Other popular visit reasons

Abdominal Pain
Breast Surgery
Lap-Band / Gastric Banding Consultation
Obesity / Weight Loss Consultation
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Surgery Consultation
Weight Loss Consultation
Weight Loss Surgery Consultation
Abdominal Pain
Breast Surgery
Lap-Band / Gastric Banding Consultation
Obesity / Weight Loss Consultation

Office locations

Soma Orthopedics (1 of 2)
301 N Avalon Blvd, Wilmington, CA 90744
Soma Orthopedics (2 of 2)
9808 Venice Blvd, Ste 707, Culver City, CA 90232
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Education and background

Practice names

Hospital affiliations

  • Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

Board certifications

  • American Board of Surgery

Education and training

  • Medical School - Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Doctor of Medicine
  • University Medical Center at Princeton, Fellowship in Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery
  • University of Southern California (Bachelor's)
  • NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, Residency in General Surgery

Awards and publications

  • Houshmand Joseph Naim is Certified in Metabolic Bariatric Surgery by American Board of Surgery

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1063591519

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
4.75
Wait time
4.57
Bedside manner
4.93
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Dr. Naim was great. He took immediate care and concern of my problem. He's great
Good experience
Awesome job
It was great!
Great!
Great
Good
PAINLESS AND QUICK
Great - Nurses are Awsome.
It was a good surgery
IT WAS GREAT
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Dr. Houshmand Joseph Naim has 2 office locations, including in Culver City and Wilmington, view full addresses on Dr. Naim's profile.

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Dr. Houshmand Joseph Naim is certified by American Board of Surgery.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Houshmand Joseph Naim?

Dr. Houshmand Joseph Naim frequently sees patients for Abdominal Pain, Breast Surgery, Obesity / Weight Loss Consultation, Surgery Consultation, and Weight Loss Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Houshmand Joseph Naim on their profile.

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16 patients have reviewed Dr. Houshmand Joseph Naim. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.75/5. They have a 4.93/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.57/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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