What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.28
Average wait time
4.21
Bedside manner
4.38
“Very professional and understanding woman that listened to my needs and is working with me to create the right care plan.”
Raven C.July 23, 2025Video visit
“Dr. Wassef was very professional and explained things thoroughly. I felt very comfortable sharing with Dr. Wassef. He’s also, a great listener.”
James P.April 24, 2025Video visit
About Dr. Tamer Wassef
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Identity
Gender
MaleLanguages spoken
Arabic, English
Getting to know Dr. Tamer Wassef
Patients must contact the office for screening within 24 hours of booking an appointment. You will lose your appointment if screening and all required documents are not completed!!! All appointments must be confirmed via phone call and/or text. TMS appointments are available within 2 days or less. Screening is required before confirmation; without it, the appointment is voided.
I will not prescribe amphetamines to patients who cannot prove they have attention deficit disorder starting in childhood, including psychological testing and written statements from teachers.
Dr. Wassef is a skilled, board-certified psychiatrist specializing in mental health, with a focus on the mind-body connection and a creative, cooperative pathway to wellness. While providing expert opinions, Dr. Wassef values working together with you. In a caring manner, a careful assessment of your symptoms is conducted, including a full medical history, to devise an effective treatment plan. Dr. Wassef is available as a sole provider or to complement your existing psychotherapy or counseling.
Special areas of experience include mental health, depression, anxiety, PTSD, relationships, and stress management. Having lived in various metropolitan cities, Dr. Wassef has gained unique exposure to diverse cultural backgrounds and religions.
Dr. Wassef completed medical school at Cairo University Faculty of Medicine, earning a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery. Residency in psychiatry was completed at Meharry Medical College, followed by a fellowship in addiction psychiatry at the University of Pennsylvania. This training allows Dr. Wassef to offer patients access to new and effective medications and leading-edge clinical care. You are invited to visit the profile to learn more about the services and treatment approach.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
ONCE SCREENING HAS TAKEN PLACE AND INSURANCE HAS BEEN VERIFIED, YOU MUST CONFIRM APPOITMENT DURING BUSSINESS HOURS FROM 9:00AM-4:30PM WITH A STAFF, 24 HOURS PRIOR TO APPOINMTENT!!!!
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Office location
Dr. Tamer Wassef, MD also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
- Addiction Psychiatry (Psychiatry and Neurology)
- Psychiatry (Psychiatry and Neurology)
Education and training
- Medical School - Cairo University Faculty of Medicine, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
- Meharry Medical College, Residency in Psychiatry
- University of Pennsylvania, Fellowship in Addiction Psychiatry
NPI number
1255654752
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.28
Wait time
4.21
Bedside manner
4.38
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114 reviews
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Very professional and understanding woman that listened to my needs and is working with me to create the right care plan.
July 23, 2025Raven C.Verified patientVideo visit
Friendly, professional , great listener , attentive , knowledgable with different medical disorders.
April 23, 2025Khadijah N.Verified patientVideo visit
Just not a good doctor. Doesn't listen, you have to repeat things constantly. Short appointment for initial appointment.
March 24, 2024Gregory P.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. Wassef was very helpful and a good listener. His office is responsive to phone calls. I would recommend this doctor.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
beyond unorganized its actually just absurd, every single appointment I have made has been rescheduled more than once.
February 19, 2020Initials hidden
Very professional. Felt very comfortable talking to him. And the people at the front window were very courteous.
November 28, 2019Ronnie H.Verified patient
Dr. Wassef listened carefully to my concerns, resulting in a plan of action.
January 28, 2025Marc A.Verified patientVideo visit
First time seeing a psychiatrist. My experience was very pleasant. I was very happy with my visit.
January 12, 2022Salome O.Verified patientVideo visit
He doesn't even have patience to listen to patient views. I am disappointed completely.
June 3, 2016Initials hidden
I loved the virtual visit and the APN is a great listener, attentive and caring.
April 3, 2022Steph O.Verified patientVideo visit
The wait was short, by the time I finished my paper work the doctor called me in.
December 16, 2016Initials hidden
I was visited by Kazeem Olajide, and my experience with him was excellent.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Found a medication that works perfect for me after a little trial and error.
July 17, 2017Initials hidden
Wonderful, courteous and takes the time to explain everything. Great staff!!
More than 1 year agoNM
Dr. Wassef really takes time and consideration every appointment
June 19, 2017Initials hidden
I wish I had found him a long time ago. Excellent doctor!
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Office staff is great. Doctor is sensitive and caring.
More than 1 year agoCM
Very nice people
January 27, 2026Nicholas P.Verified patientVideo visit
During my appointment, I felt consistently unheard and talked over. I had to repeat myself multiple times for my concerns to be acknowledged. For example, I clearly explained why I left a previous job, yet later in the appointment the provider stated that my mental health should not be affecting my work life. When I corrected him and reiterated that I did not leave the job for mental health reasons, he briefly acknowledged it without any apology or reflection.
Throughout the visit, he frequently interrupted me, which made it difficult to communicate my concerns and left me feeling disrespected as a patient. I also found the appointment unhelpful overall.
I left the appointment without receiving meaningful guidance, support, or individualized care. Based on my experience, I would not recommend this provider to patients seeking attentive, respectful, or patient-centered psychiatric care.
January 22, 2026Asya P.Verified patientVideo visit
Never sent link to join meeting
July 7, 2025Nicole V.Verified patient
Dr. Wassef was very professional and explained things thoroughly. I felt very comfortable sharing with Dr. Wassef. He’s also, a great listener.
April 24, 2025James P.Verified patientVideo visit
Overall appointment was okay, I m not pleased with being prescribed with a medication that didn't work for me and I have had serious side effects from in the past.
January 11, 2023Caron H.Verified patientVideo visit
Website desc did not state that appt was for medication management only. 45 min appt for “evaluation “ lasted 20 mins before Dr Wasseff’s underling referred me to Suicide Prevention Hotline . It took a lot to reach out for help (obviously not suicidal otherwise I wouldn’t be starting my trek to feel better). As a result, I will NEVER use so doc again. I’m sure Medicaid will be billed full amount for 1/2 an appt. Complete SCAM !!
September 22, 2022Kevin W.Verified patientVideo visit
I had a televisit and the office staff worked with me on the paperwork and they explained how things worked. It was stress free
February 26, 2022Initials hiddenVideo visit
Kazeem was wonderful !
October 20, 2021Cecelia C.Verified patientVideo visit
amazing office! friendly staff! 11/10!!
October 7, 2021Sabrina F.Verified patientVideo visit
Very good Dr. I will go back anytime.
October 6, 2021Keyan N.Verified patientVideo visit
The Doc was highly interested in my history and what I had to say, without dismissing my thoughts and concerns. He then had a tailor fit recovery plan of action to my symptoms, as opposed to most Dr's just treating you with a standard blanket medication program.
September 24, 2020Initials hidden
I really feel I was treated as if my opinions mattered to dr. He mad me feel at ease with his suggestions and guidance as to what medication he thought was best for my MDD. I was comfortable there and I appreciate his service as well, his office manager was very sweet and kind to me and made me feel comfortable also, I’m glad I was the patient for once.
April 3, 2018Initials hidden
I have seen a lot of therapists, psychiatrists, psychologists etc so I could Call myself an expert. Dr. Wassef is the only one I have been able to stick with. I look forward to our appointments and feel he really cares about me. Plus, I'm doing much better. Dr. Wassef is the perfect balance of knowledge & academic with kind, warm, compassionate understanding. His knowledge of the research on medications is impressive. he is down to earth and easy to talk to. Strongly recommend him.
May 27, 2017Initials hidden
Great initial visit with Dr Wassef. I think his office is the most busy office in the whole block. We had a good conversation and discussed the right next steps for me. He's clearly well-qualified in his field, and I felt totally comfortable speaking with him. He has very flexible appointment times. Recommend.
May 4, 2017Initials hidden
This is a poorly run operation and the doctor is something of a bully. He definitely puts his interests ahead of the patient. Recommend: AVOID
May 5, 2017Initials hidden
he was great, minus a hiccup with figuring out my insurance that out of both of our control, the visit was really good. I would highly recommend.
March 24, 2017Initials hidden
Terrible. He categorizes you as a drug seeker the minute you walk in and whatever meds you're one from previous doctor , he will try and change it first visit. He doesn't care about ur mental health and well-being.
Just wants to prescribe you "non-addictive" drugs.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
What a wonderful , kind, understanding, and smart man Dr. Wassef is! My first appointment with him went so great that I can't wait to see him again!
February 1, 2017Initials hidden
Great first visit.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr Wassef is great... no complaints.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
The waiting room was a nightmare (in East Brunswick). Even though I filled out all my information online (ZocDoc), I still had to write everything again, and some of the pages they gave me weren't printed properly (which is funny, since they tell you to sign the page and it says make sure you understand and read this properly!). The lady secretary was rude and inattentive. She was also asking for personal information out loud while other people were in the room. The bathroom was dirty and not functioning properly, and the secretary did not seem to care after we let her know. The doctor on the other hand was pretty nice, but doesn't let you talk a lot (he probably wants to get straight to the point). Overall, I would not recommend going to see this doctor.
October 8, 2016Initials hidden
This is my second psychiatrist and so far so good! Dr. Wassef took the time to explain everything to me and the treatment plan going forward. He was also very willing to answer any questions I had with thoughtful and informative answers which was what I was looking for!
July 20, 2016Initials hidden
My appointment with Dr. Wassef went well. I was very comfortable talking to him and felt that he was really listening to me. I did not feel rushed at all. I left his office very pleased.
May 17, 2016Initials hidden
One of the best! Very empathetic and helpful
April 22, 2016Initials hidden
The staff is very nice and friendly and the most important thing is Dr. Tamer is very knowledgeable and understand. I already pre booked my next appointment.
March 18, 2016Initials hidden
Dr. Wassef is a very laid back and personable practitioner. He is very attentive and professional. He seemed to be able to determine my needs in the shorter time we had and he seemed professional and knowledgeable. The practice is very busy but he listened to my needs and acted accordingly.
March 16, 2016Initials hidden
I was quite pleased with my visit overall, but I would've preferred not to be kept waiting past the time of our appointment to be seen.
October 21, 2015Initials hidden
Dr. Wassef was fine for my needs, though pretty perfunctory. He is definitely knowledgeable and not lacking in empathy, but he did not spend much time getting to know me (under 15 minutes). When I had a follow-up a very short time later, he didn't remember anything about our last conversation or when I had seen him.
It feels like his style is to categorize and prescribe as quickly as possible--luckily, that's all I really needed. But if you are looking for a more in-depth conversation along with a prescription, this might not be your guy.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Wait time was a little long but everyone in the office was very nice and extremely helpful. They followed up to make sure I remembered my appointment which was very helpful. Bedside manner was very good.
May 12, 2015Initials hidden
A positive and successful experience, as with many times before this. The doctor and the staff are very professional, I would recommend to anyone seeking the same treatment or anything else the doctor specializes in.
More than 1 year agoPP
Opened a new office 3 weeks ago to see more patients. I was seen right away. Has a friendly secretary to greet patients. Hope my visits continue to be this good. Doctor is very computer savy.
May 19, 2015Initials hidden
Nice atmosphere. Kind people
May 5, 2015Initials hidden
Everybody helpful. They great.
More than 1 year agoAF
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What practice does Dr. Tamer Wassef work with?
Dr. Tamer Wassef works with Care First Medical Group LLC.
Where is Dr. Tamer Wassef's office located?
Dr. Tamer Wassef has 3 office locations, including in New Brunswick and Batsto, view full addresses on Dr. Wassef's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tamer Wassef have?
Dr. Tamer Wassef is certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Addiction Psychiatry (Psychiatry and Neurology), and Psychiatry (Psychiatry and Neurology).
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Tamer Wassef?
Dr. Tamer Wassef frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Psychiatry Follow Up, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Tamer Wassef on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Tamer Wassef speak?
Dr. Tamer Wassef speaks English and Arabic.
How do patients rate Dr. Tamer Wassef in reviews?
114 patients have reviewed Dr. Tamer Wassef. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.28/5. They have a 4.38/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.21/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.