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Dr. Michael Blam, MD

Dr. Michael Blam, MD

Gastroenterology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Blam, MD is a gastroenterologist in Downey, CA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Blam has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from Washington University in 1995. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Saint Francis Medical Center and PIH Health Downey Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

1.6 Star Rating
Based on 8 reviews 1.6 Star Rating (8 reviews)

Practice

11480 Brookshire Ave Ste 308 Downey, CA 90241

Make an Appointment

(562) 862-3656

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Blam is affiliated with PIH Health Downey Hospital Downey, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for gastroenterology.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Blam specializes in the area of Gastroenterology. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Blam's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Blam

1.6

8 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
13%
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3 Star
13%
13%
2 Star
0%
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1 Star
75%
75%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Paul Mcclain – Jul 25, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sep 14, 2023
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 10, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 14, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. Michael Blam, MD is a gastroenterologist in Downey, CA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Blam has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from Washington University in 1995. He is affiliated with...read more

  • Gastroenterology

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  • Washington University

    Medical School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
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Locations

Practice

Gastro-Digestive Medical Group11480 Brookshire Ave Ste 308 Downey, CA 90241
1

Practice

Gastro-Digestive Medical Group3621 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Ste 5 Lynwood, CA 90262
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • PIH Health Downey Hospital

    11500 Brookshire Ave
    Downey, CA 90241
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Gastrointestinal Surgery Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Saint Francis Medical Center

    3630 E Imperial Hwy
    Lynwood, CA 90262
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    77%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% lower than the national average

    69%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Lakewood Regional Medical Center

    3700 South St
    Lakewood, CA 90712

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    79%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

    70%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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