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Patient Rating:

4.8 out of 5

203 Patient Ratings
28 Patient Comments

Paul J. Shami, M.D.

Specialties

Languages

  • Arabic
  • English
  • French

Bio

Dr. Paul Shami is a Professor of Medicine in the Division of Hematology and Hematologic Malignancies at the University of Utah and is a Member and Clinical Investigator at the University’s Huntsman Cancer Institute (HCI) . Dr. Shami also holds an Adjunct appointment as a Professor of Pharaceutics and Pharmaceutical Chemistry at the University of Utah. He is Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Hematology and Medical Oncology. Dr. Shami oversees the leukemia program at Hunstman Cancer Institute, where he has established the most comprehensive leukemia clinical trials program in the Intermountain West. Because of his expertise and national recognition in the treatment of blood cancers, he sits on the Acute Myeloid Leukemia, Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia and Myelodysplastic Syndrome panels of the National Cancer Center Network (NCCN). These NCCN panels develop guidelines that are followed nationally and internationally for the treatment of cancer.

For questions regarding Dr. Shami's practice, our clinical programs or for help identifying the right Hematology specialist for you or for your family member, please feel free to contact Lori Griffin, Clinical Care Specialist/New Patient Coordinator at http://www.huntsmancancer.org or (801) 587-4652.

Locations

Schedule An Appointment Clinical Office Address
(801) 585-0100 Huntsman Cancer Hospital
Hematology/Oncology
1950 Circle of Hope
Salt Lake City, UT 84112
Map

Board Certification and Academic Information

Academic Departments Internal Medicine - Professor
Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Chemistry - Adjunct Professor
Academic Divisions Hematology/BMT
Board Certification American Board of Internal Medicine (Sub: Hematology)
American Board of Internal Medicine (Sub: Medical Oncology)

Patient Ratings

The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey.

Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

Likelihood of recommending doctor
4.8
My confidence in doctor
4.8
Time doctor spent with me
4.7
Doctor spoke using clear language
4.8
Doctor's effort to include me in decisions
4.7
Doctor's concern for questions & worries
4.7
Doctor's explanation of condition/problem
4.8
Wait time at clinic
3.4
Doctor's friendliness and courtesy
4.9

Patient Comments

Patient comments are gathered from our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

May 14, 2013

I have so many health issues going on, I hope someone will eventually tie them altogether.

May 07, 2013

Long time waitilng but doctor spent time with me and answered all our questions.

April 30, 2013

I am so impressed with Dr. Shami's willingness to take the time to clearly explain the many possibilities of my illness and to answer all of my questions. He was compassionate while being thorough and professional. He made me feel like I was in the "BEST HANDS" possible.

April 16, 2013

My husband and I always prepare questions for our appointment with Dr. Shami. These questions are always answered clearly and we leave with a sense of well being, knowing that Dr. Shami and all of his team know everything about me. All questions are dealt with in a friendly, non-hurried manner with clear explanations.

March 13, 2013

We never, ever, feel rushed during our appointments. We ask many questions and always receive clear answers to them. Follow up on test results are conveyed on the spot with copies so we can examine the numbers. At this appointment, some results were not available until the next evening. I was sent an email at 9 p.m. with a personal note from my doctor explaining the bone marrow draw results. Now that is SERVICE!

March 04, 2013

Dr. Shami rocks and I am lucky to have him as my physician

February 25, 2013

Dr Shami is the best!!!!!!!!!!

January 28, 2013

Outstanding - great listener.

December 18, 2012

Dr. Shami has such a calming manner about him as he talks to us in a way we can understand. He ALWAYS takes his time to answer all of our questions and provide information for our many inquiries.

November 19, 2012

My husband and I consider the experiences at Huntsman the absolute best anywhere. We drive 5 hours to and from our home to Huntsman because of the medical care I am receiving. So worth the trip! From the team at the front desk, lab technicians (Jolin today) nurses (Deirdre and Amy), and Dr. Shami... all make the total experience one in which my husband and I know we are receiving the very best care. Nick, who did my scheduling for my next appointment was very patient with me as I tried to make a decision about my December appointment. Very gracious and accommodating.

November 19, 2012

Outstanding facility, outstanding professionals! I have the ultimate confidence in them all.

October 29, 2012

What more can we say...coming to my appointments to Huntsman exceeds our expectations. Renee, who performed my bone marrow draw, made special accommodations, late in the day, to do the procedure. And it was a GOOD ONE! Deirdre was very gracious in listening to our request and ensured that this patient was comfortable and a "happy camper"! Dr. Shami truly listens to both me and my husband. How he maintains that calm, unhurried demeanor and concern for us as individuals when I'm sure he has so much going on, I just don't know. Recommend to others...YOU BET! All of my friends and family know I'm receiving the very best care!

October 27, 2012

We have dealt with surgeons and doctors here in Idaho, and they did not inspire confidence on my part. On the other hand, our experience with HCI was a complete contrast to our experience here at home. All the doctors we dealt with at HCI did give us the confidence that I would be just fine.

September 24, 2012

We love Dr Shami - he's the best

August 28, 2012

I am very impressed with medical staff.

August 27, 2012

We love Dr Shami !!!!!!!!

August 22, 2012

My husband and I continue to boast about the personal care and concern I am receiving. Dr. Shami had just returned from vacation and am sure he had a huge list of patients and things to do. But never once did we feel rushed during this appointment. His humor, sincere concern, and patience with us is so greatly appreciated.

August 14, 2012

Dr. Shami is excellent. He has a very kind and gentle manner about him. I appreciate how he explains things in terms I can understand. He uses helpful analogies in explaining things. I have full confidence in his abilities and his advice. I would highly recommend him.

July 16, 2012

I have great faith in Dr. Shami and his assistants (Deidre, Sam and Renae)and feel rather insecure whenever they are not available and I have a medical issue that needs attention.

June 25, 2012

Dr Shami is GREAT!!!!

June 09, 2012

excellent

May 03, 2012

Dr. Shami is the BEST!

March 29, 2012

I absolutely adore Dr. Shami & Renee!!!

March 22, 2012

Dr. Shami was very generous in time commitment to us. We did not feel rushed and felt that all of our numerous questions were answered in detail. Especially for me, the patient, I felt that both doctors explained the details in a way that I could understand what they were saying. Whenever we asked for a copy of reports or lab results, they were immediately printed off for our review. The bedside manner of both doctors was excellent.

February 23, 2012

I feel confident about my care with your doctors, I know I am in good hands.

February 13, 2012

The medical staff thinks you know everything they know. They ask for questions but don't give you anymore info than you ask for. What if I don't know right questions to ask?

February 09, 2012

Dr. Shami is great.

February 02, 2012

Spent some time at the Mayo Clinic. The level of service provided at Huntsman surpasses.