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Essam Awad, MD

Medical Director Pulmonary Rehabilitation

4.8 out of 5 (246 Ratings)

Specialties:

Pulmonary Medicine

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About Essam Awad

Dr. Awad holds a medical degree from Ain Shams University in Cairo, Egypt. He completed an internship in internal medicine at St. Mary’s Hospital, affiliated with Yale University, Conn. He then completed his residency in internal medicine at St. Francis Hospital also in Conn.

Dr Awad completed a critical care fellowship at the Miriam Hospital, R.I., affiliated with Brown University. Dr. Awad completed a pulmonary fellowship at the University of Connecticut Medical Center.

Dr. Awad has been practicing in the Fall River area for more than two decades. He is the Director of the Pulmonary Rehabilitation program for Southcoast Health. He also is a fellow of the American College of Chest Physicians.  is board certified in internal medicine, pulmonary medicine and critical care medicine.

Dr. Awad is fluent in Arabic.

Essam speaks Arabic and Portuguese

Locations

Practicing at the following locations:

  1. Southcoast Physicians Group Pulmonary

    1030 President Ave Suite 210
    Fall River, MA 02720

    P: 508-973-1780

    Get Directions 41.71413709999999 -71.13876849999997
  2. Southcoast Physicians Group Pulmonary

    100 Rosebrook Way 3rd Flr
    Wareham, MA 02571

    P: 508-973-4974

    Get Directions 41.77422380000001 -70.73153839999998

Insurances Accepted

Southcoast accepts most major insurance plans. Call the Southcoast patient registration department at 844-297-2952 or your health plan with any questions regarding coverage.

Provider Ratings

Rating Willingness to recommend provider’s office Overall Provider Experience Courtesy and Respect of Staff
4.8
4.7
4.8
5

Patient Comments (43)

At Southcoast Health, we strive to deliver exceptional patient care along with an exceptional patient experience. We appreciate all of your feedback and share your comments to recognize the wonderful care our teams provide to you as well as identify areas for improvement.

  • Very professional and knows what they're doing and asked me questions to the point if I understood everything and anything I want to ask correct

  • My new doctor, which I hadn't met before, seemed very knowledgeable and cared a great deal. And I was sick during COVID and had a really bad cough that scared me. And he explained everything that was going on in my lungs. And one thing he said was, I'm allergic to albuterol and was surprised that my primary care did not have it listed on my profile as it needed to be listed. Thank you.

  • The staff is AMAZING! The ladies made me feel welcome and comfortable as it was my first time there. The provider made me feel rushed and wouldn't let me speak or ask questions without interrupting me. He made me feel dumb and not important. If I didn't have to go back, I wouldn't. After the next appointment, I will be looking for another provider.

  • It is only my first visit. The doctor explained to me what the plan and follow up would be. The person that set up my future testing appointments bent over backwards to help me find dates and times that would work for me. When I went to the pharmacy the cost was too expensive. I wish we had discussed that but I am not sure he could have known the cost.

  • Did not feel listened to to explain pt physical status.

  • I was given an appointment for clearance of my health for surgery! It was done as I asked!

  • Was the first time I seen this doctor, and gotme in for a breathing test the very next morning , He also seemed concerned about my health , thank you .....

  • Everything went great.

  • He explained everything where I could understand. and answered all of my questions, making me very comfortable.

  • Kind, caring, focused staff.

  • This was our first visit with Dr. Awad. Before he even came in to see us, he researched our history (I guess from the computer's MyChart) and seem to know everything about my husband's health, what our concerns were etc. He prescribed a prescription my husband needed, in addition to increasing the dosage of his Trelogy which he needed.We were Extremely pleased with Dr. Awad and look forward to retaining him as my husband's Pulmonary Specialist for his COPD and other pulmonary issues he may have. Thank you Dr. Awad.u00A0

  • Timely in all facets.Understanding & professional care.

  • Friendly professional check in. Dr. Awad was excellent

  • All is good with Dr awad.

  • Excellent staff. Always personable and caring. Dr. Awad listens to patient's concerns and in my opinion is top notch as a pulmonologist.

  • Knowledgable and thorough.

  • It was difficult to find a parking spot within adequate time to get to my appointment. Otherwise, everything else was spectacular. Thank you for that.

  • It is always a good experience here with Dr. Awad and his team. However, it was amazing to be in and out in 20 mins and the majority of that time was with a provider or nurse. It is also great to have a provider who cares about your opinion and care plan.

  • Dr.Awad and his staff was awesome.

  • I have nothing else to say.

  • This provider was so kind, right to the point, and he actually sat back and listened!! He asked appropriate questions that gave him the answers he needed to make this a thorough appointment. I highly recommend this provider

  • Every time I have seen Dr. Awad he has been, friendly, kind and thorough.

  • I have been a patient there for several years and they've always had a good flow from check in/ov & check out. Any refills or new prescriptions are already in the system before I check out. In my opinion they are an example of an office that"Got it right". Very pleased with my care from them.

  • Great just the way it is.

  • Uncertain how often I was on prescription prednisone.

  • I feel well cared for with Dr. Awad.

  • Not only has this provider worked well to the betterment of myself and the health care system at Charlton but all the staff at this hospital have been courteous and attentive to my health needs. I can not think of a single instance where this was not so.

  • Great friendly service

  • Always pleasant

  • Everything thing is great.keep it up. Thank you.

  • Had an x ray done today had results in the same day. Don't have any negative comments. Everyone was courteous.

  • The staff and doctor treat you with respect and they listen to what you say.We as patients are blessed to have a doctors office like this one!!

  • Everyone is always very nice.

  • It was great because I wasn't feeling well and I thought I probably had a sinus infection going. Walked into the office and I asked if anybody had time or a sick visit open and she said, sit down in the chair, we'll get with you right away. Within not even five minutes I was in the office. So that was great. I've never had that fast to get a sick visit like right then and there. So I'm really excited about that.

  • I have never had a problem with care at this clinic

  • Seen in timely manner. Physician listened to what I had to say and reviewed my chart thoroughly during the visit.

  • The entire staff was curtious, helpful and very pleasant. I was very comfortable with everyone. Dr Awad was very kind and explained things very clearly. I am pleased I chose this doctor and facility

  • The Dr was very helpful very nice

  • The staff at the office are very nice and very efficient and Dr. Awad is very nice, explains everything really well.

  • Totally awesome experience!!

  • Everyone was professional, courteous and knowledgeable.Bravo!!!

  • very pleasant and knowledgeable staff and doctors

  • They were all excellent and kind

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How is the Patient Satisfaction Star Rating Calculated?
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