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Khaled El-Shami

Khaled El-Shami, MBCHB, MS, PhD

Hematology

Hematologic Malignancy

Accepting New Patients

33 Insurances Accepted

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About

Primary Academic Title

Background

Recent News Articles and Media Coverage

Research Interests

PubMed

Selected Publications

Honors

Memberships

Locations

  1. JH Kimmel Cancer Center Sibley
    • 5255 Loughboro Road Northwest, Building B, Washington, DC 20016

    Expertise

    Education

    Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

    Fellowship, Oncology, 2008

    George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences

    Residency, Internal Medicine, 2005

    Weizmann Institute Weinberg Graduate School

    Graduate School, PhD, 2000

    University of Sussex

    Graduate School, BioChemistry, MS, 1993

    Alexandria University Hospital

    Residency, Surgery, 1992

    University of Alexandria Faculty of Medicine

    Medical Education, MBChB MS, 1987

    Insurance

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    • Aetna
    • Amerigroup District of Columbia
    • AmeriHealth Caritas District of Columbia
    • Beech Street
    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program (FEP)
    • CareFirst
    • Cigna
    • Evernorth Behavioral Health
    • First Health
    • Geisinger Health Plan
    • HealthSmart/Accel
    • Humana
    • JAI Medical Systems
    • Johns Hopkins Health Plans
    • Kaiser Permanente
    • KeyCare
    • Maryland Physicians Care
    • Medicaid DC
    • Medicaid Maryland
    • Medicare DC
    • Medicare Maryland
    • MedStar Family Choice District of Columbia
    • MultiPlan
    • Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
    • Point Comfort Underwriters
    • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
    • Provider Partners Advantage HMO SNP Medicare Advantage
    • South Central Preferred (SCP)
    • Superior Vision
    • TRICARE (Humana Military East)
    • UnitedHealthcare
    • Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
    • Wellpoint (Amerigroup MD)

    Reviews

    4.9 of 5 stars

    195 Ratings, 55 Reviews

    The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

    Overall Rating by Patient
    Average provider Overall Rating by Patient rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
    Provider Listened Carefully
    Average provider Provider Listened Carefully rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
    Provider Explained Things Clearly
    Average provider Provider Explained Things Clearly rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
    Provider Knew Medical History
    Average provider Provider Knew Medical History rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
    Provider Showed Respect
    Average provider Provider Showed Respect rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
    Provider Spent Enough Time
    Average provider Provider Spent Enough Time rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/1/2024

      Very good

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/21/2024

      Simply the best!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/18/2024

      Dr el-Shami is outstanding providing excellent care

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/14/2024

      Dr El-Shami has been my Oncologist doctor since [date]. I have followed him from [ ] to [ ] to Sibley John Hopkins Medicine. He is truly a Remarkable Oncologist! His Profesional Expertise, and kindnesses goes beyond any expectation and I trust him all the way in his medical decisions towards my health! I am very blessed and fortunate to have him as my Oncology Doctor.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/12/2024

      Dr. El Shami is terrific. Very thorough and interested in all aspects of my health.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/12/2024

      Concerned, conscientious, and knowledgeable

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/3/2024

      Professional, caring, direct, and respectful.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/3/2024

      Dr. El-Shami is wonderful. He always asks questions, he listens, he makes Recommendations. Very kin, very smart. Cares about my cancer but alsoOverall health.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/29/2024

      Excellent

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/25/2024

      Dr. ElShami is a great doctor. He has a very good/excellent bedside manner. Also he is very knowledgeable about my condition.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/20/2024

      It is, and has been my consistent opinion that Dr. El Shami is providing tve best care possible for my cancer diagnosis.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/19/2024

      Dr El-Shami conducted a bone marrow biopsy without sedation and the procedure was performed relatively pain free due to his highly skilled medical technique. He is a world class oncologist.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/18/2024

      Awesome

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/8/2024

      Dr. El-Shami has always been a good provider. Very caring about his patients.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/8/2024

      Dr El-Shami has been treating me for lymphoma for a number of years. He is thoughtful and extremely knowledgeable and helpful. I trust him completely. During my periodic visits, I have very little contact with the nurses. [Name] who usually draws my blood for testing is very friendly and professional. Does a great job.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/1/2024

      Trust worthy

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/23/2024

      Best doctor and best hospital in Washington! Doctor el-Shami has saved my life! I have recommended him to everyone I know with cancer. He's the best!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/21/2024

      This was our first time meeting. He was also my third provider I've had in the last 5 years. I found him to provide the me with the information I needed.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/16/2024

      Very knowledgeable and available. Prompt with his responses. Does a great job of explaining treatment needed.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/16/2024

      Dr El-Shami is an exemplary doctor.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/16/2024

      He's great; thorough, patient explains clearly.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/4/2024

      Dr El-Shami was professional courteous and provided me information that was necessary to continue the treatment that I received

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/28/2023

      Very good doctor EXCELLENT!!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/28/2023

      I have been seeing Dr El Shami for a number of years. He goes over my test results, answers my questions and is always encouraging. I feel that he is truly concerned about my health.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/19/2023

      I have been receiving care from this provider for over 3 years and I am very satisfied

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/19/2023

      The best doctor anyone could ask for.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/7/2023

      My provided is new to me So no comment

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/5/2023

      I have confidence in Dr. EL Shami.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/3/2023

      Excellent and thorough!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/30/2023

      Dr. El-Shami has always been ready a caring and careful professional great at listening and ready to calm my concerns.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/28/2023

      Great and caring doctor - would t trade him/her for anything

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/26/2023

      Dr el-Shami is outstanding-monitoring my multiple myeloma and keeping it in remission.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/19/2023

      Appears to be very able and approachable.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/14/2023

      My provider was great

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/5/2023

      Dr. El-Shami is competent and comforting. I leave every visit I have with him feeling calmer and more optimistic. Best oncologist ever!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/31/2023

      Very caring and professional

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/29/2023

      Outstanding.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/26/2023

      Excellent provider

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/26/2023

      He's one cool cat.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/19/2023

      He is the best!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/15/2023

      I have nothing but great things to say about Medical Oncology at Sibley. Everyone is knowledgeable, professional, and kind, and the care is excellent.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/15/2023

      Dr El-Shami projects himself as a caring compassionate knowledgable Dr who really cares about the welfare of his patients (ME) and I leave my visits feeling like he will take care of my health issues no matter the challenges ahead.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/10/2023

      Good

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/3/2023

      Dr. Do-Shami has saved my life! He is the best! Thank you for recruiting him to JH.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/1/2023

      I am a new patient, but so far he is very knowledgeable and listens carefully.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/28/2023

      Dr M El Shami is an Excellent clinician , very compassionate & I feel very lucky to be under his care.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/26/2023

      Dr. El Shami is very professional. He explained to me what to do in details. He's is excellent.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/24/2023

      Excellent! The GOAT!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/21/2023

      Dr E S is terrific--an expert who listens, explains issues and gives me the time I need.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/21/2023

      Excellent. Professional.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/19/2023

      My doctor and nurses are exceptional!

      4 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/12/2023

      He is a good doctor, very nice, but doesn't always seem to be up on the very latest info on this disease and not always open to things outside of his experience.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/5/2023

      Attentive. Explained medical matters well.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/3/2023

      Best doctor I have ever had.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/1/2023

      I've followed Dr. EL-Shami from GWU to Sibley because he IS a VERY GOOD PHYSICIAN for this type of cancer - myeloma.