Summary

Dr. Ghassan Samara is an otolaryngology-head and neck surgery specialist who earned his medical degree from the University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine. He completed residency training at both Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center in 1993 and Presbyterian Hospital of New York in 1998. With 37 years of clinical experience, Dr. Samara provides care in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Samara practices at Stony Brook University Hospital and maintains his office in East Setauket, NY. He focuses on treating conditions such as rhinitis and hearing loss, including hearing difficulties in children. His practice offers diagnostic services like audiograms and hearing tests, along with physical therapy treatments. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.3 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.3
  • 37 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Presbyterian Hospital of New York
  • 12 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Spent time with me
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Location

Stony Brook Surgical Associates

37 Research WayEast Setauket, NY 11733
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Otolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryPlastic SurgeryOtolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryPlastic Surgery
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3.3 
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37 Years of Experience 57 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Russian
East Setauket , NYHuntington , NYEast Setauket , NYHuntington , NY
Med School: University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine Med School: Katholieke Universiteit Leuven (Ku Leuven) Faculteit Geneeskunde Med School: American University Of Beirut Faculty Of Medicine Med School: State University Of New York Upstate Medical University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Ghassan J Samara

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • (Anthem) EMP HEALTH CHOICE HMO
  • (Anthem) EMP HEALTH CHOICE PPO
  • (Anthem) EMP HEALTH CHOICE SR
  • Aetna
  • Affinity
  • AgeWell
  • Beech Street
  • Centerlight (CCM)
  • CIGNA HMO
  • CIGNA PPO
  • Fidelis
  • GHI / MEDICARE PLUS
  • GHI CBP
  • GHI HMO
  • Great West
  • Health Smart WTC
  • HEALTHFIRST
  • HIP
  • Humana Military
  • MagnaCare
  • MET EMPIRE
  • MULTIPLAN
  • OXFORD
  • Partners Health Plan
  • UNITED HEALTH CARE / CHP / MEDICAID
  • UNITED HEALTHCARE
  • Workers Compensation

Medical Specialties

Ghassan J Samara has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Ghassan J Samara has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • Allergies
  • Cancer
  • Chronic Sinusitis
  • Deviated Septum
  • Facial Trauma
  • Hearing Loss
  • Melanoma
  • Otolaryngology-Head And Neck Surgery
  • Polyps
  • Sleep Apnea (Sleep Apnea Syndromes)
  • Smell Disorders
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Thyroid Cancer
  • Tracheostomy
  • Tumors
  • Voice Disorders

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

Ghassan J Samara holds inactive and active medical licenses in the states of New York and Nevada.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an inactive medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2025 and an active medical license in the state of Nevada that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Presbyterian Hospital of New York in 1998 and Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center in 1993.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine in 1989.

NPI Number

Ghassan J Samara's NPI number is 1295754588.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ghassan Samara accepting new patients?
Ghassan Samara is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Ghassan Samara's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Where is Ghassan Samara's office located?
Ghassan Samara's office is located at 37 Research Way, East Setauket, NY, 11733.
Does Ghassan Samara accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Ghassan Samara has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Ghassan Samara affiliated with?
Ghassan Samara is affiliated with STONY BROOK UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL.
What languages does Ghassan Samara speak?
Ghassan Samara speaks Spanish and English.

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