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Dr. H Joseph Naim, MD

Dr. H Joseph Naim, MD

Bariatric Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. H Joseph Naim, MD is a bariatric surgery specialist in Wilmington, CA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in 1998. He is affiliated with medical facilities Southern California Hospital at Hollywood and St. Mary Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.2 Star Rating
Based on 36 reviews 3.2 Star Rating (36 reviews)

Practice

301 N Avalon Blvd Wilmington, CA 90744

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(310) 684-4070

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Naim specializes in the area of General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Clean Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is clean. • See hospitals
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Dr. Naim's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Naim

3.2
36 ratings, 10 with a written review
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This is not someone you want to see. He lifted my shirt and grabbed my skin without permission, then told me he can’t help me with my complications to bariatric surgery, but he can give me a great tummy tuck. He took zero vitals, zero blood work, and wouldn’t help me get fluids even though I can’t stop losing weight and am now malnourished. He does not give after care to surgery patients and his nutritionist is of no help either. I described my issues and she said she doesn’t have a pamphlet for that as if she had never been to school. She instructed me to eat tons of ice cream when that would cause dumping syndrome. Run.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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NA – Aug 11, 2023
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LB
Don’t trust this man with your life. I almost lost mine trusting him with surgery.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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May 26, 2023
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Gastric Sleeve
Had the gastric sleeve in July 2021 and I am extremely happy with my results. Dr. Naim was wonderful through the process.
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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Crystal – Apr 11, 2022
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This doctor is the best. Last year in March 2019 I had my sleeve done with him and lost 90lb, he did a great job. 2 weeks ago I went back for a brachioplasty and I am so pleased with my result and it was a real easy recovery, he is just the best, I would go any time back to him
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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Manuela – Feb 22, 2020
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Dr Naim is an excellent doctor, super sweet nice, and patient, he had to explain everything more than once and was always glad to do it even with a smile, the whole team is so professional, I love them all and will tell all my friend about my wonderful experience.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Los Angeles, CA – Dec 18, 2017
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I would never recommend this doctor. He is a scam artist that only cares about money and not your health. He is uninterested in people's health and will try to push you into surgery.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
10 others found this helpful
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Birmingham, AL – Feb 09, 2017
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Doesnt listen...cant understand him and seems like he doesnt care. If I had to do it again.. i would look for another doctor
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
11 others found this helpful
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s. estrada in los angeles ca – Dec 30, 2016
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This is a dangerous man please find someone else to see.
What went well
  • Wait times
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
12 others found this helpful
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Mission Viejo, CA – Sep 28, 2016
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I had a consultation with him for a lap band revision today. This guy is a real gem.!!! He has an awesome and comforting bed-side manner and genuinely cares about the patient . I've had s negative experience with the dr who did my original surgery and a different dr for revision consulatation.. This guy is the real deal -- can't recommend him enough (infact, I have already recommended him to my cousin!) -T
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
7 others found this helpful
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Tammy in Downey, CA – May 14, 2016
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I felt that H. Joseph Naim was invasive and unprofessional. He interrupted me all the time and did not listen. How can a doctor not want to know about your symptoms? He didn't have patience or respect and he was in a hurry all the time. I was told that his schedule was packed for surgeries. I felt that H. Joseph Naim is not interested in dealing with people, but only making money with stomach reduction surgeries.
What went well
  • Office environment
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
18 others found this helpful
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Angélica Magalhães in Los Angeles, Califórnia – Jan 24, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

I try to communicate with my patients. I strive to explain their medical condition and discuss their treatment options in plain language. Questions are answered. I want no patient to leave the office thinking they were rushed through their visit.

biography

Dr. H. Joseph Naim received his Bachelor of Science in Biology from University of Southern California in Los Angeles, and received his Medical Degree from Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York City with a distinction in Research. He completed...read more

  • Bariatric Surgery

  • General Surgery

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  • University Medical Center Princeton

    Fellowship Hospital, 2004

  • Ny Methodist Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 2003

  • New York Methodist Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1999

  • Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai

    Medical School, 1998

  • University Of Southern California Keck School Of Medicine

    Undergraduate School, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Advance Bariatric Center Medical Corp.301 N Avalon Blvd Wilmington, CA 90744
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions
Fobi Medical Group432 E 10th St Long Beach, CA 90813
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Office321 N Larchmont Blvd Ste 505 Los Angeles, CA 90004
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. Mary Medical Center

    1050 Linden Ave
    Long Beach, CA 90813
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    74%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

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  • Southern California Hospital at Hollywood

    6245 De Longpre Ave
    Hollywood, CA 90028
    Recipient of 8
    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.

    69%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    15% lower than the national average

    59%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    17% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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