4.8
11 Ratings with 7 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Samer Kanaan is a thoracic surgeon who specializes in surgery of the chest, with particular expertise in thoracic surgery procedures. He earned his medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and brings 29 years of surgical experience to his practice. Dr. Kanaan speaks both Spanish and English, helping him connect with diverse patient populations.
Dr. Kanaan practices at multiple locations throughout California, including Mission Viejo, Fountain Valley, Irvine, Orange, and Fullerton. He is affiliated with several respected hospitals, including Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center, and Kaiser Permanente Orange County Irvine Medical Center. His clinical focus includes treating lung cancer, pulmonary nodules, and non-small cell lung cancer. He performs procedures such as bronchoscopy to examine the airways, wedge resection to remove small portions of lung tissue, and thoracoscopy for minimally invasive chest procedures. …Patients rate Dr. Kanaan 4.8 out of 5 stars for his care.
Read More Read less Dr. Kanaan practices at multiple locations throughout California, including Mission Viejo, Fountain Valley, Irvine, Orange, and Fullerton. He is affiliated with several respected hospitals, including Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center, and Kaiser Permanente Orange County Irvine Medical Center. His clinical focus includes treating lung cancer, pulmonary nodules, and non-small cell lung cancer. He performs procedures such as bronchoscopy to examine the airways, wedge resection to remove small portions of lung tissue, and thoracoscopy for minimally invasive chest procedures. …Patients rate Dr. Kanaan 4.8 out of 5 stars for his care.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 29 years of experience
- speaks Spanish, English
- Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine
- 7 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 23 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 9 hospital affiliations
- 12 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Samer Azzam Kanaan has 12 locationsSamer A Kanaan — Mission Viejo
26732 Crown Valley Pkwy Ste 226Mission Viejo, CA 92691 Tel: (949) 364-6264
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Samer A Kanaan — Fountain Valley
18111 Brookhurst St Ste 4600Fountain Valley, CA 92708 Tel: (714) 861-4545
Samer A Kanaan — Orange
1310 W Stewart Dr Ste 503Orange, CA 92868 Tel: (714) 997-2224
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Samer Azzam Kanaan, MD | Dr. Asim Qamar Ahmad | Dr. William Charles Brunner | Dr. Ali A Syed |
| Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Surgery |
| 29 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience | 34 Years of Experience | 1 Year of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Spanish, English | |||
| Mission Viejo , CA | Pasadena , CA | Camp Pendleton , CA | Orange , CA |
| Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine | Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine | Med School: Medical College Of Wisconsin |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Samer Azzam Kanaan
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Samer Azzam Kanaan has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Samer Azzam Kanaan has the following 23 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
29 Years Experience
Dr. Samer Azzam Kanaan holds an expired medical license in the states of Wisconsin and California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Wisconsin that expired in 2025 and an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine in 1997.
NPI Number
Dr. Kanaan's NPI number is 1689864522.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Samer Azzam Kanaan affiliated with?
- Dr. Samer Azzam Kanaan is affiliated with Riverside Community Hospital, Marshfield Medical Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Memorialcare Saddleback Medical Center, Parkview Community Hospital Medical Center, Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center, Marshfield Medical Center Weston, Temecula Valley Hospital, and Kaiser Permanente Orange County Irvine Medical Center.
- Does Dr. Samer Azzam Kanaan accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Samer Azzam Kanaan accepts on their Vitals profile.
- What languages does Dr. Samer Azzam Kanaan speak?
- Dr. Samer Azzam Kanaan speaks Spanish and English.
- Is Dr. Samer Azzam Kanaan accepting new patients?
- Dr. Samer Azzam Kanaan has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Dr. Samer Azzam Kanaan accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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