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Dr. Yasser Salem, MD

Dr. Yasser Salem, MD

General Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Yasser Salem, MD is a general surgeon in Huntington Beach, CA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Wayne State University in 1995. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Foothill Regional Medical Center and Chapman Global Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 37 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (37 reviews)

Practice

8101 Newman Ave Ste D Huntington Beach, CA 92647
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Dr. Salem's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Salem

3.6
37 ratings, 14 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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Would not recommend
I would not do business with this facility or doctor again. The doctor and staff started out wonderful, then on my last visit, they left me prepped on my stomach in a room for an hour without checking on me. It was so uncomfortable, that I had to get up, and that is when they finally came in to check on me. They had to re-prep me and seemed annoyed about it. It was so inconsiderate and uncomfortable. Then they charged my insurance company about $21,000 for the 5 procedures, leaving me with a final bill of $3500. So disgusting that they feel they can get away with charging these absorbent prices with prior disclosure. The lady in billing said they can charge whatever they want, so I ended the conversation. So disgusting!I would not recommend them!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Aug 30, 2023
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Dr. Salem is a caring doctor with wonderful people skills. He actually listen to your concerns and find a solution. I’m very thankful to have Dr. Salem as my doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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R. S. Bonner – Aug 31, 2021
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I visited 06/2021. I had an Ultrasound down on my lower extremity, took about 10 mins with I believe a sonography on a lap top, charge $800 plus $300 for office visit. Same day had an Ultrasound at Fountain Valley Hospital on my Thyroid, took over 30 mins total charge $290. My mom also just had an even more extensive lower extremity Ultrasound and her bill was for $364. When asked Dr. Salem’s how much I was being charged they kept saying did not know would have to check with my insurance. His office was hot, stuffy, smelled of urine and patients in lobby said they had been waiting forever and how it always is, my instinct was to leave, wish I had! Also, few years back went to a much nicer office in Newport Beach for a lower extremity Ultrasound which was performed by the doctor and the fee was only $100. I do not recommend Dr. Salem and wish I had left when I sensed I should.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Jul 15, 2021
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Dr. Salem and his team are very good. I’m a 60 year old guy that literally had not been to a doctor in over 35 years. When I finally went in to see one, he told me I needed surgery. Needless to say, I didn’t have a surgeon, so my doctor referred me to Dr. Salem. Dr. Salem, all the people in the Huntington Beach office, and the people at Genesis in Foothill Ranch, could not have treated me better, they made me feel like a celebrity, and made having surgery, a much better experience that I thought was possible. I’m bummed out Dr. Salem can’t do my knee surgery, but I’m very grateful for his skills, and the wonderful people around him. I’m not worthy, Matt A. Loeffler Glass Artist / Music Industry Consultant
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Matt A. Leffler – Oct 01, 2020
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Doctor Yasser is the best what he does. He does fantastic work and with the upmost care and efficiency. He is right there with you from the beginning of the process and all through to the end,providing everything necessary for a speedy and full recovery.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Ahmed Abbas – Jun 10, 2020
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Dr. Salem is very calm and reassuring., excellent Dr.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Ana Cuevas – Dec 01, 2019
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Fantastic!!! Best doctor and medical team!!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Marylou – Aug 12, 2019
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Two hernias repaired. Everything went well. The recovery was pretty much exactly as the doctor told me would be. Everything was handled as professionally as could be.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Brian flood in Westminster California – Mar 24, 2017
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This guy cares for you calms you. It not some class he attended. Very modest and tslented.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Quinn Brewer in Mission Viejo, CA – Mar 17, 2017
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Dr. Salem always looks me in the eye when either of us is talking. I see his confidence and joy as a surgeon that reassures me that I'll be receiving his best. His personal attention is shared by his staff. During a recent time where my surgical needs threw them a curve ball, his staff displayed a professionalism that immediately calmed me. Everything went beautifully. I recommend Dr. Salem to any of my friends that may need a 5-star surgeon, surgical team, and office staff.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Beryl H. Bray in Anaheim, CA – Nov 03, 2016
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Overall I would not recommend seeing Dr. Salem when comparing him to the myriad of other physicians I've seen. His staff are horrible and he won't return calls. My 1st appointment I waited 2.5 hours in the waiting room, he seems to genuinely care about you, but constantly gives the impression he needs to get to the next patient. Just prior to my surgery (which went well and is holding) he approached me on the gurney and almcost wrote the wrong surgery on me before I corrected him...that's scary
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
8 others found this helpful
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Glendale, CA – Nov 01, 2016
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Dr salem and staff are great fast and experinced. My 1st surgery and he made me feel unnervous and for that im thankful.. definitely will recommend to friends and family
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Veronica hdez in Westminster ca – Sep 19, 2016
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He is an excellent caring doctor. I highly recommend him to everyone. His staff is also caring and follow through on all referrals.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Toni in Santa Ana, CA – Jun 09, 2016
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Office was haphazardly put together. Dr is hard to get a hold of. Reception virtually invisible.
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
9 others found this helpful
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Jane Knight in Laguna Niguel California – Dec 19, 2015
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Dr. Yasser Salem, MD is a general surgeon in Huntington Beach, CA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Wayne State University in 1995. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Foothill Regional Medical...read more
  • General Surgery

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  • Wayne State University

    Medical School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Yasser Salem MD Professional Corp.8101 Newman Ave Ste D Huntington Beach, CA 92647
1
Tahmina Haq MD631 S Brookhurst St Ste 214 Anaheim, CA 92804
2

Practice

Genesis Ambulatory Surgery Center Inc26781 Portola Pkwy Ste 4E Foothill Ranch, CA 92610
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Foothill Regional Medical Center

    14662 Newport Ave
    Tustin, CA 92780
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

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

    78%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% lower than the national average

    67%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    9% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Chapman Global Medical Center

    2601 E Chapman Ave
    Orange, CA 92869
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

    78%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    10% lower than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    8% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • South Coast Global Medical Center

    2701 S Bristol St
    Santa Ana, CA 92704

    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

    68%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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