Summary

Dr. Houshmand Naim is a board-certified surgeon who specializes in surgical procedures with a focus on bariatric and weight loss surgery. He earned his medical degree from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and completed his residency training at New York Methodist Hospital. With 28 years of experience in surgical practice, Dr. Naim has developed expertise in treating complex surgical conditions. He is fluent in Spanish and French, allowing him to serve patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Naim maintains hospital privileges at Cedars Sinai Medical Center and practices at multiple locations throughout California, including Playa Vista, Long Beach, Costa Mesa, and Culver City. He specializes in treating obesity and weight-related conditions, including pediatric obesity and GERD. His surgical expertise includes performing sleeve gastrectomy procedures and conducting pathology tests to support comprehensive patient care. Patients have given him an average rating of 2.3 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.3
  • 28 years of experience
  • 45 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, French
  • New York Methodist Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Houshmand Joseph Naim has 5 locations

Silicon Beach Medical Surgery Center

5450 Lincoln BlvdPlaya Vista, CA 90094
Mon8:30 am - 8:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 8:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 8:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 8:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 8:30 pm
Sat8:30 am - 10:00 pm
Sun8:30 am - 10:00 pm

Advance Bariatric Center

432 E 10th StLong Beach, CA 90813
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 - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

South Coast Specialty Surgery Center Inc

3420 BRISTOL ST STE 750COSTA MESA, CA 92626
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

College Hospital Costa Mesa

301 Victoria StCosta Mesa, CA 92627

Southern California Hospital

3828 Delmas TerCulver City, CA 90232

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Dr. Houshmand Joseph Naim, MDNirav Naik, MDDr. Carlos M Rodriguez GonzalezDr. Keith Allen Emmons
SurgerySurgeryEmergency MedicineDentistry
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
2.3 
4.2 
28 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, French Speaks English, Spanish, Hindi Speaks English
Playa Vista , CABAKERSFIELD , CALos Angeles , CALos Angeles , CA
Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: San Juan Bautista School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Houshmand Joseph Naim

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Bright Health
  • CalOptima
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CareOregon
  • Chinese Community Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthSmart
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Houshmand Joseph Naim has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Houshmand Joseph Naim has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • General Surgery
  • Other
  • Other Specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

Dr. Houshmand Joseph Naim holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at New York Methodist Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai in 1998.

NPI Number

Dr. Naim's NPI number is 1063591519.

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Dr. Houshmand Naim speaks Spanish and French.

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