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Dr. Tarek Ammar, MD

Dr. Tarek Ammar, MD

Gastroenterology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Tarek Ammar, MD is a gastroenterologist in Henderson, NV and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Ammar has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from University of Toronto Canada in 1987. He is affiliated with Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 4 Star Rating (21 reviews)

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Ammar is affiliated with Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center Las Vegas, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Ammar is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Ammar specializes in the areas of Gastroenterology & Gastroenterology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
  • Clean HospitalPatients said the hospital this doctor practices at is clean. See hospitals

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Dr. Ammar's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ammar

4.0

21 ratings, 14 with a written review
5 Star
71%
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4 Star
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3 Star
5%
5%
2 Star
0%
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1 Star
24%
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 person found this helpful
Helpful
Ron Nemec – Aug 19, 2024
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mckenzie westmore – May 14, 2024
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 08, 2023
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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
Rose – May 19, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sheila Carque – Feb 27, 2021
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jill Skelton – Jan 26, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 16, 2021
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Elaine M Tom – Dec 04, 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
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sep 25, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 29, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Carolyn in Henderson, NV – Jul 20, 2018
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
Helpful
Eman haddad in Henderson nevada – Jun 05, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Douglas Krugler in Henderson, NV – May 13, 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
14 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ethel in Pahrump, NV – Jun 03, 2016
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biography

Dr. Tarek Ammar, MD is a gastroenterologist in Henderson, NV and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Ammar has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from University of Toronto Canada in 1987. He is affiliated...read more
  • Gastroenterology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • St Michael's Medical Center

    Residency Hospital
  • St Michael's Medical Center

    Internship Hospital
  • University Of Medicine And Dentistry

    Medical School
  • Stanford University - Mcgill University

    Fellowship Hospital, 1994
  • University Of Toronto Canada

    Residency Hospital, 1990
  • Mcmaster University

    Internship Hospital, 1988
  • University Of Toronto Canada

    Medical School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
Gastroenterology
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Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.
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Dr. Ammar is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center

      9300 W Sunset Rd
      Las Vegas, NV 89148
      Recipient of 16
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

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

      81%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% lower than the national average

      75%
      Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

      8% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality