Dr. Assem Houssein, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*•Male•Age 65

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*

Dr. Assem Houssein, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Lancaster, OH and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Houssein has extensive experience in Thyroid Disorders, Diabetes & Glucose Monitoring, and Osteoporosis & Screening. He graduated from Inst de Med si Farm in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Berger Hospital and Fairfield Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Assem Houssein, MD

Endocrinology Specialists

2405 N Columbus St Ste 130 Lancaster, OH 43130
Telehealth availableTelehealth services available
(740) 689-6710
Telehealth availableTelehealth services available
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Accepting new patients

(740) 689-6710

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Houssein is affiliated with Fairfield Medical Center Lancaster, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Houssein specializes in the area of Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology. • See board certifications
  • 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
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Houssein's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Houssein

4.5

85 ratings, 64 with a written review
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Peggy – Oct 11, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
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Philip & Ana H. – Aug 07, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Annette – Sep 23, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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May 09, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
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Apr 06, 2023
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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
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Judith Reedy – Feb 28, 2023
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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
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Feb 23, 2023
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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
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Bob Westenhouser – Dec 11, 2022
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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
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Laura – Jul 19, 2022
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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
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Jul 14, 2022
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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
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Ranee – Jul 09, 2022
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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
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Rebecca S – Jun 06, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Apr 01, 2022
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Feb 13, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Feb 09, 2022
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Feb 09, 2022
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What could be improved
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Jan 28, 2022
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Pam Tysinger – Jan 26, 2022
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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
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Sep 22, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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David Patchen – Aug 27, 2021
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About Me

biography

Dr. Assem Houssein, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Lancaster, OH and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Houssein has extensive experience in Thyroid Disorders, Diabetes & Glucose Monitoring, and Osteoporosis...read more

  • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

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  • Mount Carmel West

    Residency Hospital, 1994

  • Medical University Of South Carolina

    Fellowship Hospital, 1994

  • Inst De Med Si Farm

    Medical School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology
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Locations

Endocrinology Specialists

Central Ohio Primary Care Physicians2405 N Columbus St Ste 130 Lancaster, OH 43130
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Fairfield Medical Center

    401 N Ewing St
    Lancaster, OH 43130
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

    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

    View all awards

    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

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Berger Hospital

    600 N Pickaway St
    Circleville, OH 43113
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Genesis Hospital

    2951 Maple Ave
    Zanesville, OH 43701
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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