Dr. Kamran Samakar, MD
Bariatric Surgeon
1450 San Pablo St, HC4 - 6200, Los Angeles, CA 90033
At a glance
4.71 stars (21 reviews)
94% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 43 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, UnitedHealthcare Oxford, more+ ·
Works at Keck Medicine of USC - Surgery
Speaks English and Spanish
Office location
Keck Medicine of USC - Health Sciences Campus
1450 San Pablo St, HC4 - 6200, Los Angeles, CA, 90033
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In-network insurances
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
UnitedHealthcare Oxford
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Gallbladder removal
Groin hernia surgery
Surgery on the esophagus, stomach, or upper small intestine
Bariatric surgery
Gallbladder removal
Groin hernia surgery
Surgery on the esophagus, stomach, or upper small intestine
Bariatric surgery
More about Dr. Kamran Samakar, MD
*Please note the following conditions below must be met to schedule an appointment with Dr. Samakar:
1) Ages 18-70
2) BMI 35 + Hypertension (treated) and/or Documented Sleep Apnea and/or Documented Osteoarthritis of the Large Joints and/or Type II Diabetes
OR
3) BMI of 40 and above
Kamran Samakar, MD, is a board certified general surgeon in the Division of Upper GI and General Surgery in the Department of Surgery at the Keck School of Medicine of USC.
Dr. Samakar completed medical school at the University of Minnesota and then went on to complete residency at Loma Linda University Medical Center where he was awarded the "Chief Resident of the Year Award." He completed his fellowship training at Harvard Medical School in Advanced Laparoscopic and Bariatric Surgery. Dr Samakar also holds an advanced degree in Bioethics and Health Law.
Dr. Samakar's practice includes full spectrum general surgery with a specialty in bariatric surgery incorporating minimally invasive techniques as well as robotics. His clinical interests are obesity, gastroesophageal reflux disease, hernias, and minimally invasive techniques. He is an assistant professor of clinical surgery at the Keck USC School of Medicine and is actively involved in academics and research studies.
Philosophy of care:
My goal is to serve each patient to the very best of my ability.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - University of Minnesota, Doctor of Medicine
Brigham and Women's Hospital, Fellowship in Surgery
Loma Linda University Medical Center, Internship in General Surgery
Loma Linda University Medical Center, Residency in General Surgery
Practice
Keck Medicine of USC - Surgery
Certifications
American Board of Surgery
Background
Languages spoken
English
Spanish
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1720244098
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.71
Wait time
4.00
Bedside manner
4.63
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It was fine, everyone was helpful.
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What practice does Dr. Kamran Samakar work with?
Dr. Kamran Samakar works with Keck Medicine of USC - Surgery.
Where is Dr. Kamran Samakar's office located?
Dr. Kamran Samakar's office is located at 1450 San Pablo St, Los Angeles, CA 90033.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kamran Samakar have?
Dr. Kamran Samakar is certified by American Board of Surgery.
What languages does Dr. Kamran Samakar speak?
Dr. Kamran Samakar speaks English and Spanish.
How do patients rate Dr. Kamran Samakar in reviews?
21 patients have reviewed Dr. Kamran Samakar. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.71/5. They have a 4.62/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.