Michael Sams, MD

Rheumatology

4.8
247 Ratings
Years in Practice: 13 years
Practices In: Naperville
Patients Seen: Adults

I try my best to be com­pas­sion­ate, time­ly and pro­vide up-to-date evi­dence-based care.

Board Certifications
Internal Medicine, Rheumatology
Languages
English
Clinical Interests

Rheuma­toid arthri­tis, Pso­ri­at­ic arthri­tis, Anky­los­ing spondyli­tis, Inflam­ma­to­ry arthri­tis, Lupus, Sjo­gren’s syn­drome, Vas­culi­tis, Osteo­poro­sis, Inflam­ma­to­ry myosi­tis, Rheuma­to­log­ic autoim­mune dis­eases and Pul­monary man­i­fes­ta­tions of rheumat­ic disease

Personal Interests

Run­ning, Ski­ing, Bas­ket­ball, Golf, Spend­ing time with my family

Memberships
American College of Rheumatology

Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital
3815 Highland Avenue Downers Grove, Illinois 60515 630-275-2700 Get Directions
Edward Hospital
801 S. Washington St. Naperville, Illinois 60540 630-527-3000 Get Directions
Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital
25 North Winfield Road Winfield, Illinois 60190 630-933-1600 Get Directions
School
University of Illinois College of Medicine Graduation Date: 2008 Degree: MD
Residency
Barnes-Jewish Hospital Resident in Internal Medicine
Fellowships
Barnes-Jewish Hospital

Conditions

Ankylosing Spondylitis, Dermatomyositis, Gout, Lupus, Osteoporosis, Polymyositis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Sjogren’s Syndrome, Vasculitis

Ratings


Ratings Category

The Patient Satisfaction Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our independent rating system, the Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Learn more about our patient satisfaction survey.

Patient Satisfaction Rating

4.8
247 Ratings

Likelihood of recommending this provider

4.8
244 Ratings

Provider showed concern

4.9
246 Ratings

Provider explained things clearly

4.8
246 Ratings

Provider discussed treatment options

4.8
245 Ratings

Comments


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"Dr. Sams is an excellent physician. He includes my thoughts and concerns in his treatment plan and is very easy to talk to"
5
Jul. 30, 2024
"Dr. Sams always listens and provides positive feedback as to my condition"
5
Jul. 30, 2024
"Dr. Sams has always been very caring and efficient in handling my PMR problem. I have complete confidence in him for treating me."
5
Jul. 23, 2024
"Dr Samms always makes me feel good about my visits."
5
Jul. 23, 2024
"Great exp?rience"
5
Jul. 21, 2024
"Dr Sam's did a more than usual heart check and suggested I see my PCP. I appreciated his extra time and followed through."
5
Jul. 17, 2024
"Dr Sams was very professional and caring . He was very respectful and showed concern. He was good at explaining things clearly. Answered my questions appropriately ."
5
Jul. 14, 2024
"Dr. Sams listened, and I did feel heard. He was honest about the lack of diagnosis, but did give a good recommendation for physiatry."
4.2
Jul. 3, 2024
"Dr. Sams is always thorough and friendly."
5
Jul. 2, 2024
"Dr Sam's is a wonderful doctor and has been so helpful"
5
Jun. 30, 2024
"Dr. Sams listens carefully to patient's concerns. He has a very positive attitude."
5
Jun. 17, 2024
"Always listens and values your input"
5
May. 29, 2024
"Dr Sams is an excellent listener."
5
May. 21, 2024
"Doctor Sams is great"
5
May. 6, 2024
"Dr shows genuine concern for my health"
5
May. 5, 2024
"He saved my life - literally! He ordered a test & it showed cancer in my lung. They took care of it & now I'm cancer free since it was caught early by Dr. Sams!"
5
Apr. 25, 2024
"My doctor is Dr. Towers. Dr. Towers is a very good dr. Very nice and explains what you need to do."
4.4
Apr. 25, 2024
"Dr Sams is an excellent Doctor!!"
5
Apr. 15, 2024
"Dr. Sam's is very informative. Asked him about other medications, he thoroughly explained why he has me on my current treatment plan. I felt he has my best interest in mind."
5
Apr. 7, 2024
"Dr. Sams is very thorough and I appreciate his professionalism. He is the best!"
5
Mar. 24, 2024
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