Wonderful Dr. Very calm with an excellent reputation and bedside manner. I did my researc for laproscopic surgeries in OC and he is one of the best! Thank you Dr. Hamamji! read more

Dr Hamamji has been my doctor for many years. He saved my life many years ago and gave me excellent care. I have been blessed to have him as my doctor. I recommend him highly. He caresand listens to your concern and issues. EXCELLENT DOCTOR. read more

Avoid this Dr.!! A basic cholecystectomy ended up a nightmare! Do your research and see a specialist. Had major pain and ended up in ER twice! Dr. said pain and symptoms were "normal" and would go away in a month. After much pain and discomfort, ended up back in the ER and scans and labs showed leaking,... back in the OR, do your research! I'm an Nurse practitioner and this has been an awful experience. Terrible!! Would never recommend this Dr to anyone as a health care provider myself. Stay safe. read more

Dr. Hamamji is a wonderful and caring doctor. His bedside manner is so warm and nurturing. I had gallbladder removal surgery with Dr. Hamamji two weeks ago and couldn't be more pleased. He did an excellent job. I am completely healed up with no complications. I was able to return to work after one week and can eat and live normally. It feels so great to be out of pain and I am no longer nauseous all the time. My incisions have healed beautifully and it doesn't seem like I will even have noticeable scars. I can't say enough about Dr. Hamamji. His staff is also wonderful and kind. read more

Ended up in the ER with a terrible infection. I can not recommend. Please do extensive research before placing your health in this DR's hands. read more

Dr. Sami Hamamji is genuine and straightforward when speaking to you. As his patient, you're his number one priority. Dr. Hamamji's knowledge and experience makes him a great surgeon but showing empathy and patience makes him amazing! Thank you Dr. Hamamji and to your team for showing empathy and professionalism. read more

To whom it may concern, I was A new patient that was my first time visiting with doctor Hamamji Sami, he was a very polite and caring Doctor Who took the time to listen and then respond I felt very comfortable and he explained what he need it to me read more

I would highly recommended Dr Hamamji. I had a small surgery but from start to finish, it was a very pleasant experience for me. He's got a great sense of humor too read more

I was referred to Dr Hamamji by my family physician for treatment of an peri-umbilical hernia. His office is clean, neat and attractive with adequate, comfortable and clean seating. The receptionist greeted me with a smile, which is a real treat in a busy office! I arrived as a new patient at 11:00 am and was brought back to the room in under 15 minutes. Dr. Hamamji was nicely dressed, cheerful, gracious and informative in response to questions. His examination was thorough, gentle and brief (fantastic!) The surgery was scheduled that day for a few days in the future. His office staff were polite, courteous and responsive. The surgery went off without a hitch and I was discharged with adequate pain control the same day. Through no fault of his own, In two days (at around 3 PM,) I noted cellulitis around the incision. I promptly called the office, described the problem and they scheduled me to come in the next morning. Unfortunately, within 2 hours, this changed to peritonitis; I developed a fever and my belly expanded rapidly and extremely painfully. I phoned the doctor on my way to the emergency room. As it turned out, I had septic peritonitis and was hospitalized for three days on antibiotics and other medications. This is a known possible side effect from the procedure and between my own diagnostic acumen (I am also an surgeon) and my surgeon's, we diagnosed and treated it promptly and there were no long-term repercussions. Dr Hamamji is both an excellent surgeon and diagnostician. That coupled with a marvelous bedside manner, encouraged me to write this Yelp and to continue to recommend him to anyone needing general surgery. Thank you so much Dr Hamamji! read more

Dr. Hamamji was a no show for an appointment. Office was dirty, Staff was worst. Look harder for a good surgeon. read more

Nice staff but not enough, cannot reach anyone most of the time phones ring off the hook and if leave msg on the No one will call u back. Very disorganized place does not reflect desire to help you. Felt like a burden to them and even after complained things got worse. Do not waste your time if you are referred to this facility ask for another doctor before you waste a whole lot of time.Unless you have a lot of time to wait. Surgery coordinator is "very busy" to call you but kills you with kindness but then the wait/ignore game starts all over. If u are paying cash West Medical is less expensive and they cover everything staff, doctor are wonderful. After wasting : months with Hamamji I am have surgery in 2weeks!! read more

Initial thought. I've waited 45 min so far no update. 415pm appt., now 5:03pm. What happened to the time when office staff informed people when the doctor is running late our any information. It's quite rude when you have to ask after waiting in a crowed waiting room. I had to stand and fill out paperwork the first 20 minutes. Let's see how this goes. I will update. read more

I meet Dr. Hamamji Sami B, MD in 2018 I went in for a visit to get my Hernia removed. the office was clean staff was nice they got me in quick didnt wait much which was nice. Dr Hemamji very professional I was probably one of the last patients to be seen thats what it looked like. Im really not sure if Dr. Hamamji was tired but I felt like he was rushing me out I didnt feel all warm and bubbly and its a big deal to have surgery I do not think no one likes going under the knife. Before the doctor I saw another doctor he didnt make me feel comfortable at all he told he to lift my shirt then 2 boy Interns went in the room, take in mind there wasnt a woman nurse in there with me so i felt violated long story short i didnt go to my appointment because I read his reviews after scheduling the appointment and didnt want to go afterall so I call complained about Dr then cancelled. Then I read reviews about Dr Hamamji so i went to my appointment to meet him. I scheduled an appointment with him but guess what I forgot to go I never got a call from his staff giving me instructions to my surgery visit they never called me to confirm my appointment so this being said I felt like just a number to his staff and to him. I know these revews either make Dr. Hamamji look great or Bad and thank god to feedom of speech. I dont want to say something that isnt true im jusr stating how I felt at my visit with him. But like I said he made me feel rushed but when I saw I missed my visit I was happy I didnt go because at that point I truly felt it was confirmed to me that I was just another number to them :( made me feel bad. But i cant say hes a bad surgeon all I can say is his staff is loosing him money if they arent doing follow up calls with patients. read more

Dr. hamamji is one of the most caring doctors I've dealt with. He is very patient and understanding to my situation. He never forgets his patience and treated me as if I were his family. Amazing doctor! read more

I liked Dr Hamamji when I met him however I would not recommend him. Christine is completely unprofessional & totally incompetent. after not hearing anything back from her regarding approval for my surgery for a month, I called & found out that she had not done ANYTHING forward getting it approved & actually had no idea who I was. not to mention that after leaving a message for her 4 days prior, she didn't even bother to call me back. read more

Great surgeon! I decided to have him preform my gallbladder surgery after meeting with him and his confidence in having the surgery go well. I wa sin and out of the hospital quickly and my recovery took two weeks. Highly recommend him as he has lots of experience doing his job. read more

Dr. Hamamji is awesome. From the moment you meet him, he puts you at ease. He has a very calm, caring and approachable demeanor. I had a situation where I thought that I would have to have two separate surgeries, I saw him 10 days before my first scheduled surgery w/another doctor. I met with Dr. Hamamji to consult in order to prepare for my second surgery and just like that, he made time in his schedule to operate on me with the other doctor. His eagerness to help me meant everything to me. I'm truly pleased and grateful to have found him as my surgeon. read more

I'd like to thank the incompetent staff member that advised me that this doctor performs lap band surgery. Futhermore, thank you for ruining my Valentine's Day when you stated I had to attend a community meeting to schedule a consultation and that if I did not attend the meeting that was scheduled 45 minutes from the time of the call, I would not have another opportunity for several weeks. I am so glad I rushed to get there, cancelled my plans, and wasted three hours of my time to find out the surgery I asked you three times if he performed, that you ensured me he did, that he does not. Perhaps you are asvised to say this so he can sell potential patients on one of the other two surgerical options since his medical skills are not up to par and his own results with patients are much lower than average. If so, I write this review so that other people do not waste their valuable time and know what they are walking into. read more

I had the pleasure of having Dr. Hamamji complete my gastric lap-band surgery back in April 2008. With all surgery, there is a increased sense of anxiety, Dr. Hamamji was very patient and compassionate through out the whole process. I lost over 75 pounds and had kept the weight off over the years. Unfortunately, with all procedures there are risks and my band slipped this past Aug. 2016. I was told that the band had to come out, again, there was heightened anxiety and disappointment. Dr. Hamamji came to the hospital to see me and executed my emergency surgery. He is not only an amazing surgeon, but I also consider him a friend. He kept my husband informed of my progress and I went home from the hospital well taken care of. I would recommend Dr. Hamamji to anyone if they wanted the best. I only wish he could be the one to complete by gastric sleeve, however, he of course went over and beyond and guided me to someone he recommend in my insurance network. read more

Dr. Hamamji was very helpful in our consultation. Was on time and seemed interested in helping me. Staff was helpful in booking my surgery.