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Dr. Taher Shams, MD
Family Medicine*
50+ years of experience
Dr. Taher Shams, MD is a family medicine physician in Yucaipa, CA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Tanta University, Faculty Of Medicine in 1973. He is affiliated with Redlands Community Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
3.2 Star Rating
Based on 25 reviews 3.2 Star Rating (25 reviews)
Practice
34675 Yucaipa Blvd Yucaipa, CA 92399Telehealth available
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Dr. Shams' Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shams
3.2
25 ratings, 12 with a written review
| 5 star | 52% | 52% |
| 4 star | 4% | 4% |
| 3 star | 0% | 0% |
| 2 star | 0% | 0% |
| 1 star | 44% | 44% |
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Not present. Should retire.
What went well
- Staff friendliness
What could be improved
- I didn't feel respected
- 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
- Long wait times
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SarahSays – Nov 22, 2024
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Have been attempting to get ahold of some one with no answer. Says they are there at 9am, yet keep getting voice mail?
What went well
- Office environment
What could be improved
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Julie M – Nov 16, 2021
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I went to get my DOT physical test, for 2 years, dmv told me before march of 2020 I need other test , the doctor personal mistake the due year of my test, is end of May and they didnt fix at all, now I lay off no job because of this management commit so many mistakes, they gave me a photocopy with different tests, different writing, no sral from doctor office, what kind of professional people work here
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 01, 2020
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He just doesn't care anymore. I'm not sure why he even bothers staying in practice.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
7 others found this helpful
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Mar 11, 2019
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I've patient of Dr Shams for several years. He is a rare see who genuinely cares for me & my complex health issues. He's always very informative,& although he makes sure to be sure that a treatment is right for me, he ALWAYS makes sure that I'm safe & healthy. I have recommended folks to his practice & have every reason to continue to do so. He had shown me nothing but compassion & attentive care.
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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Joseph R. L. in Banning, CA – Jan 18, 2017
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All of these reviews are non sense. Dr. Shams is very knowledgeable and understanding, he addressed my concerns very well and answered the questions that I had. The staff are great, they go beyond what is expected and worked with me when I had to reschedule my appointment. I also received status on my referrals very promptly. I have to say that I am very happy with Dr. Shams and his staff I would really recommend him to everyone.
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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happy patient in Yucaipa, CA – Nov 22, 2016
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I would not hesitate to refer any friends & family to Dr. Shams. He's very knowledgeable and professional (and his office gals are great!), but he also reminds of an old-fashioned Country Doctor, who really cares about the life, health, and personal welfare of his patients. He'll always take the time to answer any 'obscure' question (No Matter how inane it might be!), and will explain things in an easy-to-understand manner. My wife and I both hope he won't decide to retire any time very soon.
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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David B in Yucaipa, CA – Nov 21, 2016
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As caring and compitent, he has helped me get back to living life more than 6 times i can remember. Some other health care is trying to buy it out but please don't let that happen! Don't let this big corrorporation put him out of business, leave true honest reviews unlike the competition has been doing. Bad mouthing him and giving no stars to achieve their goals no matter the cost. This is a single patient hoping to change the tide for him. Please post honest reviews. Sodmentd@gmail.com <lists
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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Dan R in Yucaipa, CA – Nov 18, 2016
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Dr. Shams is an amazing doctor!! VERY compassionate and really listens to the issues that you are there for. I have never had a bad visit in his office. The staff at his clinic try their hardest to get everyone the attention they need at the time they need it! If you are looking for a new doctor don't look any further!!
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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Gillian in Yucaipa,CA – Nov 18, 2016
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Dr. Shams was the first Dr. to know exactly what kind of care I needed.
I had been seen by a few Dr.s in our town, but Dr. Shams knew me in ten minutes.
I no longer suffer from insomnia or dizzy spells or being a woken in the middle of the night to vomit to acid reflux.
He has been such a wonderful Dr. That now all 4 of our Children are now under his care.
I would not trade him as our Family Dr.
The Sahler 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
5 others found this helpful
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Donna Sahler in Yucaipa, CA – Nov 08, 2016
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Horrible receptionist, and the Dr. Shams is horribly awful .receptionist is not friendly at all.why they have her idk.
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
6 others found this helpful
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Yucaipa, CA – Jun 22, 2016
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I brought my four-year-old daughter for a physical for daycare. I let the girl at the front know that's what we were there for. The doctor was friendly enough, and the nurse was an angel, however, The girl at the front desk, Aliah, was the most rude person I've ever met. I asked for a copy of my daughters records, because it's required for her school. Apparently it was a major inconvenience. The girl literally rolled her eyes at me, and told me to sit down and wait! SO RUDE! I left in a rage.
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
11 others found this helpful
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Madeline in Yucaipa, CA – Jun 03, 2016
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Likelihood of recommending Dr. Shams to family and friends is 3.2 out of 5
About Me
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I am proud to be part of the Optum family of primary care doctors, specialists, and care teams focused on providing care for people ages 65+. At Optum, my team and I help you reach your personal health goals. We focus on your total well-being while...read moreFamily Medicine
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Martin Luther King Hosp-drew Medical School|tanta University Hospital
Internship Hospital, 1984Family Practice Prgm|ghurduga Hospital ,ghurduga , Red Sea Province , Egypt
Residency Hospital, 1978Tanta University, Faculty Of Medicine
Medical School, 1973
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Practice
Optum California-Family Medical-Urgent Care34675 Yucaipa Blvd Yucaipa, CA 92399
Affiliated Hospitals
- Recipient of 15
hospital awardsView all awardsAmerica’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2023)
Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries
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87%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home3% higher than the national average
74%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well2% lower than the national average
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