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Dr. Alex Lam, MD

Dr. Alex Lam, MD

Rheumatology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Alex Lam, MD is a rheumatologist in Pembroke Pines, FL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Lam has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. He graduated from American University of The Caribbean School of Medicine in 2000. He is affiliated with medical facilities Memorial Hospital Miramar and Memorial Hospital West. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4 Star Rating
Based on 46 reviews 4 Star Rating (46 reviews)

Institute for Rheumatology and Integrative Medicine

160 S Flamingo Rd Pembroke Pines, FL 33027
Telehealth available
(954) 620-0011

Dr. Lam is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Lam's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lam

4.0

46 ratings, 18 with a written review
5 Star
70%
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4 Star
4%
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3 Star
4%
4%
2 Star
4%
4%
1 Star
17%
17%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Teri Duplessis – Jun 04, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
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Jb – Jun 02, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Ben Rostamian – Mar 19, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Anavic – Sep 04, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Karen T. – May 13, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
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Moise Rouah – May 06, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Vickie Koutoulas – Feb 13, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Apr 25, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Apr 06, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Mark Shorr in Boca Raton, FL – Nov 15, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Jessica Novo in Miami, FL – Sep 29, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Miami Lakes, FL – Aug 23, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Miami, FL – Jun 16, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Michele Sanguinetti-DelGrippo in Naples, Florida – Apr 20, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Alicia Garcia in Hialeah, FL – Dec 10, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Hollywood, FL – Dec 09, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
David in Miami, FL – May 31, 2016
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jeffrey Donner in Miami Lakes, FL. – Mar 18, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Alex Lam, MD is a rheumatologist in Pembroke Pines, FL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Lam has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. He graduated from American University of The Caribbean School of...read more

  • Rheumatology

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Umdnj

    Fellowship Hospital, 2005

  • Newark Beth Israel Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2003

  • American University Of The Caribbean School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2000

  • American International School Of Medicine

    Undergraduate School, 1994

  • University Of Florida

    Undergraduate School, 1992

  • George Washington University

    Undergraduate School, 1989
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Dr. Lam is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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    Locations

    Institute for Rheumatology and Integrative Medicine

    Office160 S Flamingo Rd Pembroke Pines, FL 33027
    1

    Alex M. Lam, M.D., P.A.

    Office600 N Hiatus Rd Ste 105 Pembroke Pines, FL 33026
    2
    Office Available Every Other Wednesday4310 Sheridan St Hollywood, FL 33021
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Memorial Hospital Miramar

      1901 SW 172nd Ave
      Miramar, FL 33029
      Recipient of 5
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      81%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Memorial Hospital West

      703 N Flamingo Rd
      Pembroke Pines, FL 33028
      Recipient of 5
      hospital awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality