About Sami Assad MD
Dr. Sami Assad earned his Bachelor of Arts with a concentration in Psychology from the University of Rhode Island in Kingston, Rhode Island. He then went on to obtain his Doctor of Allopathic Medicine from St. George’s University School of Medicine in St. Georges, Grenada in the West Indies. He completed his Family Medicine residency at the University of South Alabama in Mobile, Alabama.
His personal philosophy of care is that a little kindness goes a long way. He also tries to personify what he preaches and approaches health from an all-encompassing perspective where diet, exercise, sleep, stress, and mental care all contribute to a well-rounded picture of health. He himself is passionate about exercise and routinely participates in HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training), CrossFit, and weight training classes. His passion for exercise has also inspired his planning to hike all 40 peaks over 4,000 feet in New Hampshire.
His inspiration to become a doctor came from a personal loss at a very young age. He wanted to be in the know of what was happening and why things were occurring. Those experiences and the want to make sure no one felt in the dark about their healthcare propelled him into medicine. To him being a part of Southcoast Health means having the opportunity to provide care for the community he calls home.
When not at work he loves to take part in his exercise routines and dabbling and experimenting in the culinary arts.
Sami Assad MD speaks Arabic, Russian.
Locations
1800 Main Road
Tiverton, RI
02878
Tiverton, RI
02878
Insurance
Southcoast Health accepts most major insurance plans. Call the Southcoast Health patient registration department at 844-297-2952 or your health plan with any questions regarding coverage.
Ratings & Reviews
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Patient Comments (146)
No improvement necessary. The doctor. The nurses. Technicians and the office staff were in every send " user friendly".
Dr. Assad shows concern and care for wellbeing; provides helpful information to ensure good health maintenance in all areas of life situations.
A visit to this office is always pleasurable. From the front of the house, to the nurses right thru to meeting with the Doctor everyone is pleasant and professional.I switched from Lifespan to Southcoast due to how satisfied I was with Dr. Assad as my physician.
Everybody was, I would rate very highly and everybody listened to everything I had to say and answered all my questions.
Nice visit
Very professional staff. Waiting area and office clean. Dr Assad is very attentive and knowledgeable.
Dr. Assad is awesomeHe's always up-to-date with my information, very courteous, very informative and listens to everything I have to say
The staff at Dr. Assad's office is absolutely wonderful and kind. Dr. Assad listens, he makes eye contact, he's very compassionate, he's knowledgeable, he has a good treatment plan, good advice, he's caring. In this world to have a provider like that, I feel South Coast is extremely lucky and I am extremely lucky to have Dr. Asad as my primary care provider. There is nothing I would want to improve. I would just say Dr. Assad, just keep on doing what you're doing and you've been doing for years, which is absolutely wonderful and he's full of knowledge, and he is kind, compassionate, and he listens.
The staff is professional and courteous; the doctor is knowledgeable, patient and allows ample time to hear my thoughts and opinions.
Always knowledgeable, informative and helpful.
Great experience excellent doctor great conversation with him. Great location nice office not huge corporate conglomerate small town feel love it!
Got me through in a Timely Manner.
Very professional staff. Clean lobby and office. Dr. Assad is very knowledgeableand professional.
Dr. Assad was awesome. Listened patiently and reviewed my medical history with me. I did not feel rushed at all! All the staff i came in contact with were very friendly and helpful. I am so glad I found them.
Front desk staff was friendly, helpful, the nurse I saw was friend, kind and helpful.Dr. Assad is compassionate, knowledgeable, empathetic and knows how to listen to the patient.
Wouldn't change a thing. The provider is easy to talk with ,listens. Always ask if you have any questions or concerns
Dr Assad always listens to me. He also takes time to explain what tests results mean and what to look forward to with future tests.
This was a new patient visit. Dr. Asad spent all the time needed to get up to speed with my medical history, to discuss my issues and concerns and answer my questions. He showed me that he's extremely competent and that I made a good decision selecting his as my primary care physician.
Dr. Assard has ben my PCP for almost 15 years, when he left Brown University Heath Care to South Coast Health I followed him to South Coast because he is the best PCP I have ever had. He has excellent listing skills and explain things very well. He spends time with all his patients and doesn't make them fell rushed out like many other doctors do. Dr. Assard is the best!
As always, Dr, Assad was tremendous. I saw him for a pre-op visit. He explained everything and closed the loop with the Ortho doctor doing the surgery. It could not have been easier. There is no better physician I have seen. Also of note was the work and professionalism of [Name] [Name] She was professional and thorough while handling the EKG. The lady that checked me in at the front desk was excellent. You guys have a great team!
This provider is personable and well versed. He listens carefully.
Dr. Asaad is great. I trust him and enjoy my time with him. He's booked heavily so I had to wait 3 months for a necessary rescheduling. That's my only complaint. But I'll take that over having to find a new Dr.
Friendly, informative staff. Timely & courteous. Dr. Assad was understanding, very approachable & friendly. Informative, clear & concise. Could not have asked for more and as always was a pleasurable and reassuring experience.
I was impressed by the way everything was handled during my visit. I was also happy that I was able to get an appointment a day after I called to schedule one. Great experience all the way around.
dr. ASSAD is extremely professional, knowledgeable and helpful. At this moment, I do not know of any way he can improve.
I was brought into the office right on time and everything was good as a nurse did her thing and then Dr. Asad came in and talked to me and I talked to him about what I wanted to ask him.
Dr.Assad is the best I've had so far extremely knowledgeable easy to talk to explains everything so I can understand takes the time to make you feel comfortable 10 plus as far as I'm concerned
Great provider. Knowledgable, caring.Attentive and responsive support staff.
Everything, Thank you.
Dr Assad and his assistant have always listened and responded to any questions about my health. I'm grateful to be a member of Southcoast Health.
Love Dr. Assad and the whole office in Tiverton! They make you feel so cared for!
Great interaction and questions from the doctor. Some open ended questions that allowed me to speak.
Everyone was wonderful that I interacted with. The doctor took time to go over my concerns and issues. He was very knowledgeable, addressed my concerns, was very friendly and I came away with many suggestions to address the issues.
Although I was a little nervous about changing primary care providers, Dr. Sami Assad's office made me feel right at home like I'd been there all the time, as does he as a primary care provider. And it was a very good experience. I look forward to being more comfortable and less anxious for my next visit at the office.
I am pleased that they keep to a schedule. I was called in at the exact time of my appointment and was finished on time. I also like that the lab for blood draw is adjacent to the office.
Dr Assad is very attentive, listens and gives great advice. Very compassionate and knowledgeable.
All went well. No need to improve.
Everyone in Dr. Assad's office were fantastic (professional courteous and genuinely caring). Dr. Assad as he always does is comprehensive and takes the time to listen to my medical concerns, is knowledgeable and provides excellent care. He is the best primary care physician I have ever had and can't say enough good things about him. Thank you.
No improvement needed in this office. Dr. Sami Assad is the best. Thank you.
It was my first time meeting Dr. Assad and he was awesome. He was very knowledgeable, attentive and made me feel comfortable. This is the type of doctor you want!
Dr. Assad and support staff provide me with the best, updated information regarding my health. I would not hesitate to recommend them.
Dr. Asad is very thorough and understanding, listens well and responds with accuracy that is well understood. Thank you.
The staff is always pleasant. Dr. Assad is always very easy to talk to, and explains things in a clear and professional manner.
I, my wife, and several of our friends talk about how much we enjoy seeing Dr Assad. We're very fortunate to have found such a great Doc!
ExcellentTook time to listenWas aware of my healthGave thoughtful advice
Dr. Assad was very attentive and knowledgeable about my health and what to do to maintain it.
Dr. Assad always listens.
Dr Assad is an excellent provider sand I couldn't be happier. Thank you.
All aspects of the office, the physician and the support staff are top notchu00A0
Interactions are cordial, respectful and professional.
Had a wonderful appointment. Doctor and staff were awesome. Made sure I have my meds and future appointments. Thank you.
Dr Assad is an amazing provider!
Dr Assad is Excellent
Stayed professional start to finish.
Alot of my questions answered and addressed with specifics. No improvements needed.
Nothing, completely satisfied with care and staff
Everything went well.Provider was Knowledgeable, Efficient, Understanding, Kind and Supportive !!
My appointment was on time and listen to what I had to say. Great team !!!
Dr Assad incredible awesome nurse was awesome front desk awesome
Very professional and efficient experience. Left with a good care plan.
Very personable. My children felt very comfortable which we liked
Staff is great! Could not ask for a better physician.
Everyone at South Coast Family Medicine is kind, caring, and professional. I felt comfortable right away with the nurse, and my normally high blood pressure reading was great! As a person with anxiety, feeling calm at the doctors office is everything. Dr Assad is such a good doctor, he truly cares, is very detail oriented, and wants to help. Highly recommend.
New patient to office - have seen my provider Dr. Assad twice and the NP [Name] once. All experiences have been excellent! The staff is friendly, helpful and kind
Complete care and respect from everyone in this office.
The staff are very friendly and respectful and Dr Assad is the best.
Very thorough and attentive
Dr Assad is absolutely amazing and so thorough!
Dr Assad is wonderful! He is personable, genuinely caring and very professional and knowledgeable. I'm always comfortable talking to him and look forward to my appointments. I trust him with my care completely and more and more of my family wants him to be their provider because of the excellence care that I have received from him.
Dr. Assad, his nurse and office staff are assets to the medical field. It is very refreshing to be treated in such a professional caring manner. He is very smart and patiently answers all of your questions confidently the way Doctors used to do. I would not hesitate to refer Dr. Assad to anyone whose health I value and is looking for the best!
Great Staff and Facility. Dr. Assad is awesome!! [Name] in the office is very attentive and caring
Dr. Assad is terrific!!
Dr Assad is a great asset to your group. A wonderful doc.
Doctor Assad is the best. He is smart and professional. He always takes the time to talk about health improvement strategies that fit my needs.
He was very interested in my health care and how he could make it better
I just love the staff very caring people. The nurse was awesome and Dr ASSAD is the best doctor I have ever had.
I always feel heard and taken seriously. I'm a new patient at this office and to be able to see the same provider at each appointment has been awesome. I appreciate the care here.
First visit. Very informed and listened very well. Gave me as much time as I needed. I was impressed.
Office staff is great, nurse pleasant and thorough, Dr also very thorough, seems to genuinely care, and explains treatment options well. Only issue getting your foot in the door as a new patient, but that's a RI issue.
Great communication about my heath issues
Everything was outstanding.
My fourth primary doctor because all of the othershave retired. Took extremely long to get Dr. Assadand I am grateful also I feel confident and comfortable with Dr.Assad.
Dr Assad and the team are amazing. I am so fortunate to have them. Thank you!
Dr. Assad is fantastic! Really listens to his patients and cares.
Dr Assad is A+. Very knowledgeable, willing to take the time to explain questions I had. I wish more doctors were like him. I consider myself very lucky to have him as my doctor.
Provided information and guidance indeciding to seek specialist.No recommendation on how to improve.
Dr.Assad is absolutely fantastic and I'm so happy that he is my new PCP. 10/10 recommend him!
Helpful, professional, pleasant.
They all ways help me they don't do well they do great out of all my doctors 10 in the last two years they are the best
I walked in and you saw me without an appointment. My doctor there is awesome. Always knowledgeable always helpful. I wouldn't trade my doctor there for any of the doctor
Excellent across the board
Staff and Dr Assad are always so kind and patient. Everything is explained thoroughly.
Was treated with the upmost kindness.
Dr Assad is very thorough and communicates clearly
I really like the personalized feel of this office and the staff is excellent. Dr. Assad is the best doctor I have had.
You kept the practice small, which makes it a more personable experience where you're an actual patient with a doctor versus going to a clinic. You kept that old school going to my doctor kind of vibe, level of attention, subtleness.
Dr Assad was very knowledgeable and spent the time explaining the results. We felt very heard from and also felt we got wonderful care and that we weren't just being rushed out. Very grateful for him and the nurses too
Sami is thorough and I am pleased to have him as my PCP. I do wish he would come back to Aquidneck Island but he is worth the drive.
Dr. Assad was very thorough and listened very carefully to what I had to say. He gave me some good advice.
I met with three different people, and all of them asked great questions in order to determine the status of my health. I feel very fortunate to have been referred to Dr. Assad as my GP by Dr. [Name] who retired over a year ago.
Dr. Assad was extremely helpful and detailed in explaining the condition that I came to have addressed. Excellent support and attention.
He's having to be very well. I felt really comfortable with the doctor.
Overall great experience, the Dr. was excellent and happy to be part of this practice.
From the secretary to the nurse to the physician, doctor Assad everyone was perfect, kind, and thorough
very comfortable with this office, great crew to help with all they are able to
The staff are all professional, the office clean and Dr.Assad is very attentive!
The doctor listened carefully and answered all questions clearly.
Good job!!
Dr. Assad was attentive, listened carefully, and explained everything in a clear and easy to understand manner. He makes sure his patients are comfortable and at ease. His MA, [Name] was also very attentive and professional. She has a great sense of humor and goes out of her way to make her patients feel comfortable and heard.
Dr. Assad is a caring, knowledgeable, dedicated professional. He listens carefully to the needs of the patient and makes recommendations that are timely, informed and with compassionate. Truly an excellent physician!
Doctor Sam Assad it's very good doctor . Excellent always on point always very helpful good blessed him
There is only one complaint. I did the check-in onlinea day or two before the appointment. When I arrived for the appointment I was given a clipboard with 4 pages to fill out. The questions were quite similar to the online check-in.
Dr Assad was awesome. As a physician myself, I was duly impressed with his demeanor, his approach to my health and his explanations of my options, etc. Was truly refreshing to have such a great visit in the primary care world. I would hire him for my practice in a minute.
Perfct
Always great follow through with the plan of care, future appointments with specialists are made immediately, and the staff, from the office personnel to the physicians and medical technicians, is friendly and approachable.
Everything is great. Friendly doctor who is a good diagnostician, listens very well, has effective solutions, and responds fully to online notes. Others in the office are also friendly and helpful. Waiting times are short. The office is far from my home, but worth the drive. And there's a beach view across the street, good for your health!
Great office and staff. No complaints at all!
Dr Assad and team members are truly professionals. I very happy with their work and look forward to working with them in the future.
Very welcoming and set up appointments for me directly! Thank you
Doctor Assad listened to my concerns and developed a plan to address in an understandable and agreeable way
Dr Assad and staff are awesome!!!!
Dr. Assad was very informative about my issues and gave me advice and options on taking care of personal health concerns.
Exceptional doctor that listens to his patients concerns and discusses concerns with patiebt
Just love my DR , he's wonderful ~ AND ALL THE STAFF 10 ++++++. Alwaysu00A0
Nothing at all I was completely satified with my visit and Dr Assad is a great physician and I'm glad to have him as my Dr
Dr. Assad is a great communicator and demonstrated he cares about me and my medical matters through his evident understanding of my health.
Sami Assad took do much time to listen to my current health issues and helpline try to find solutions while in RI. He is an exceptionally capable and caring doctor which is rare these days. He was excellent in my opinion
Outstanding experience. First time patient at this location. Small town old school sort of feel ,very personal as opposed to the "big box" corporate feel of last provider.Wish I had come here sooner! A+++
We love Dr.Assad and the whole team
So impressed with Dr. Assad. Caring and fully aware of my medical history. So glad he is my primary care doctor.
I'm grateful to have Dr Assad as my primary care Dr. He always asks the right questions about my various health issues.
Everything was great. Staff are Awesome.u00A0
You could never improve because everyone is exceptional !! Friendly, helpful & easy to understand my concerns. Wonderful practice
This is my second time seeing Dr. Assad. I really like him and think he is very smart and competent. We haven't really discussed my other over all health with respect to specialists but I feeling very lucky to have him as my local PCP.
Very professional and effective experience.
Dr. Assad is the ultimate professional. He is knowledgeable, listens, understands and articulates in layman's terms. What more can be said without writing a book. In today's medical environment you cannot get any better than Dr. Assad.
Great experience with Dr Assad during my annual physical. I have followed him from his practice with Lifespan in Newport to Southcoast health in Tiverton.
Dr Assad was great! A 4:20pm appointment on a Friday, and he was not rushing me out the door to get his weekend started. He was great, personable, educated, etc
I was seen on time, everyone was respectful and kind and Dr. Assad is the best! I drive an hour just to keep him as my primary care doctor!
Dr. Sami Assad is a truly OUTSTANDING physician.
Information on my portal was very helpful
I am very impressed with Dr Sami Assad and his very professional happy staff! Dr. Assad is a tremendous asset to medicine. He was genuinely caring and was extremely knowledgable. I never felt rushed and I would not hesitate to refer him to my family and friends!
Dr. Assid is great and appreciate all the time and care he provides
The entire experience was awesome. Efficient, friendly, and welcoming staff. Everyone was professional and good at their jobs. The doctor was kind, compassionate, listened closely, and thorough. He took his time and asked questions, then laid out a plan. Ten out of ten!!
I'm always pleased with my visits and the courtesy shown to me .
First visit, So Far so good.
The staff are friendly, efficient and extremely helpful. My PCP is kind and listens carefully and thoughtfully to everything I say, He then is so knowledgeable that He instantly knows multiple solutions and explains the pros and cons of each. I am very pleased to be part of this practice and have confidence in my future experiences being equally as good.
Dr Assad's manner is so approachable. He listens and understands that life can get in the way of things. He always offers updated info and encourages you on your quest for better health, rather than discourage you.The support staff is welcoming and wonderful, as well. As I finished up back at the main desk, I said, "This is the happiest place on Earth, next to Disney World!!"
Dr Asaad made me feel very comfortable and was very caring and professional.'he answered all of my questions that I had. I'm extremely happy here! The staff was excellent!
Very cordial, great attitude.
Dr Assad listened to my concerns and gave feedback that was easy to understand.