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Dr. Maher Salam, MD

Dr. Maher Salam, MD

Gastroenterology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Maher Salam, MD is a gastroenterologist in Zephyrhills, FL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Salam has extensive experience in Liver Disease, Esophageal Disorders, and Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from Damascus University Faculty of Medicine in 1999. He is affiliated with AdventHealth Zephyrhills. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 25 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (25 reviews)

Locations

AdventHealth Medical Group Multispecialty at San Antonio

AdventHealth Medical Group Multispecialty at San Antonio6340 Fort King Rd Ste 101 Zephyrhills, FL 33542
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Dr. Salam is affiliated with AdventHealth Zephyrhills Zephyrhills, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for gastroenterology.

Dr. Salam is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Salam specializes in the area of Gastroenterology. See board certifications
  • Friendly StaffPatients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Recent ReviewsReviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews

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Dr. Salam's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Salam

3.7
25 ratings, 12 with a written review
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I am Dr Maher Salam, Patient and I would like to say How have been my Experience with my Doctor and his Team. Due that Dr Maher is the best Doctor I ever met l. He is very Emphatic, knowledgeable and cares, always helping me with my medical Condition the best manner he can. Therefore his team are the best and Jessica even though is not working directly with him has been does too many things for me. I would like to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude to one of your outstanding employees, her name is Jessica she is Spanish girl and she speak very good Spanish. I don't know her last name who has helped me tremendously throughout my medical journey. She has been incredibly supportive, attentive, and professional in assisting me with scheduling appointments and navigating procedures related to my gastroenterology care. Her dedication, kindness, and willingness to go above and beyond have made a big difference in what could have been a stressful experience. Thanks to her, everything went much more smoothly, and I felt genuinely cared for. It’s clear that she is a valuable asset to your hospital/clinic, and I hope her efforts are recognized. Employees like her truly make a difference in patients' lives. In general you have tremendous Team work. Most of them are relevant employees and always helping no matter the situation are. Yasmine Franco Thank you again!
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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Yasmine franco – Apr 16, 2025
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Doesn't know what he is doing
Did a egd 6 weeks ago found nothing wrong other than a scaring in my throat. The office called back with another date to have my throat dilated and he only did another egd. Didn't even fix what I was there for. He has no clue what he is doing.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
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Mar 17, 2025
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Impatient doctor
Dr. Salam rushed me and did not answer all my questions. Worse, he misread my medical history and said that I have HIV! I do not have HIV, but he seemed confident that I did and did not apologize. Then he said we would move our consult to another room to schedule the colonoscopy, but then he disappeared. I asked the office assistant to bring him back since he was getting paid $500 for the visit. He came back and looked irritated. I had two more questions for him, but after my first question he answered it and left abruptly again. I did not get a chance to ask my second question. I did not book a colonoscopy with him, as he seems to be in a rush and that is dangerous.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Aug 06, 2024
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Very good a very concern about his patients and the staff is very good as well
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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Terry fox – Jul 23, 2023
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Horrible bedside manner. HORRIBLE!!!! I REFUSE to ever see him again!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Disappointed Patient – Aug 24, 2022
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Absolutely one of the nicest doctors I have ever met! His bedside manor is fantastic. I wish I went to him sooner!
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Jul 22, 2020
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Great communication. I have seen Dr Salam for over a year, and have had liver ultrasound, liver biopsy, and many lab tests. He has explained all procedures and results thoroughly, and I would recommend him to anyone.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Sharon D – Apr 04, 2020
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My visit with Dr. Salam was very informative. My husband and I liked the way every so often he would ask if we had any questions. All details of the visit were explained so that we could understand. I would recommend this doctor.
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
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Kathy Lee Kempf in Norwalk, OH – Jan 24, 2019
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I'm sorry to say Dr. Salam seemed put off with me. He didn't seem to like me questioning his instructions. Although my visit was for a routine colonoscopy and endoscopy I had other issues that I needed addressed, and were not. He seemed to be so sure that my problem was "just my anatomy" and "nothing to worry about" then I was told to "go find another Dr. if I didn't like his explanation". So I did I am now 9 days post op of a Spigelian Hernia repair. No recommendations are coming from me.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Susan MeMaster Bickley in Norwalk – Dec 14, 2018
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Previously a patient of Dr. Kaffity, Dr. Salam’s predecessor before his retirement, We found Dr. Salam to be very personable and very informative. He listend to and tried to answer all of our questions. After having a colonoscopy and an upper G.I. I was very pleased with the explanations of his findings and how thorough these were. I would recommend Dr. Salam without hesitation.
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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P. Atkinson in Sandusky, OH – Sep 19, 2018
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I've had pancreatitis for the last 4 years and have been to 8 or9 different gastroenterology specialist from Cleveland to Toledo and seen about 15+ doctors (including GI's). Dr. Salam is by far the best so far.He has been the only one that listens closely to what you have to say and questions/suggestions on forms of treatment you have. He has done 10+ procedures on me and has adapted his forms of treatment instead of trying the same thing over and expecting different results. Highly recommended.
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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Shane Webb in Willard, Ohio – May 02, 2017
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After upper n lower scope I had more pain ....more complications than I had before he did them. I started having breathing complications.n spitting up black specs which He then blammed my bi polar dis. That I havent been on meds for 6yrs now. Then He gave me a pill that burnt my lips n woke up n cudnt catch my breathe. He replied thats what meds do ..dont take them.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Norwalk, OH – Feb 24, 2017
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About Me

biography

Maher Salam, MD, FACG, is a board-certified gastroenterologist. Dr. Salam is deeply committed to the care of all his patients. He is honored by the privilege to help them restore and manage their digestive health, an important foundation toward...read more
  • Gastroenterology

  • Hepatology

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

  • Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital, 2012
  • Fairview Hospital-cleveland Clinic Healthcare System

    Residency Hospital, 2006
  • Fairview Hospital-cleveland Clinic Healthcare System

    Internship Hospital, 2004
  • Damascus University Faculty Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1999
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology
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Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.
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Dr. Salam is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • AdventHealth Zephyrhills

      7050 Gall Blvd
      Zephyrhills, FL 33541
      Recipient of 13
      hospital awards

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

      Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

      Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

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

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      73%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      2% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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