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Dr. Timothy Sams, PHD

Dr. Timothy Sams, PHD

Psychology

Dr. Timothy Sams, PHD is a psychologist in Lake Forest, CA. He graduated from Michigan State University - Ph.D. Psychology in 1989. He is accepting new patients.

2.2 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 2.2 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

23792 Rockfield Blvd Ste 290 Lake Forest, CA 92630

Make an Appointment

(949) 458-1073

Biography

"Dr. Timothy L. Sams is a Board Certified Psychologist and Pain Medicine Manager serving the Palm Desert area for more than 20 years. Dr. Sams is experienced in Rehabilitation Psychology, Behavioral Medicine and Pain Co..."

- Dr. Timothy Sams, PHD

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Dr. Sams' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sams

2.2

15 ratings, 8 with a written review
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3 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Patrick H – Jun 09, 2022
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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
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Maura – Feb 10, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
6 people found this helpful
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marc kontoff in Cathedril city, CA – Sep 26, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
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La Quinta, CAb – Sep 20, 2017
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Irene Madsen in Palm Desert, CA – Jul 11, 2017
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • 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
13 people found this helpful
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Patrick in Los alamitos, CA – Dec 21, 2016
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • 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
14 people found this helpful
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David R. in Palm Springs, CA – Aug 23, 2016
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • 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
17 people found this helpful
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Eagle eye in Yucca Valley, CA – Mar 16, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Timothy L. Sams is a Board Certified Psychologist and Pain Medicine Manager serving the Palm Desert area for more than 20 years. Dr. Sams is experienced in Rehabilitation Psychology, Behavioral Medicine and Pain Coping Assessment. He is a professional...read more

  • Psychology

  • Pain Medicine

  • Rehabilitation Psychology

  • Behavioral Medicine

  • Post-doctorate - Clinical Psychopharmacology - Alliant University

    2010

  • Michigan State University - Ph.d. Psychology

    Medical School, 1989

  • University Of Michigan - B.a. Psychology

    Undergraduate School, 1980

  • English

  • Spanish

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Locations

Practice

Pace Inc.23792 Rockfield Blvd Ste 290 Lake Forest, CA 92630
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