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Dr. Bassam Estfan, MD

Dr. Bassam Estfan, MD

Gastrointestinal Oncology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Bassam Estfan, MD is a gastrointestinal oncology specialist in Cleveland, OH and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Damascus University in 1998. He is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

1.9 Star Rating
Based on 31 reviews 1.9 Star Rating (31 reviews)

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus & Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital

9500 Euclid Ave Cleveland, OH 44195
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Estfan is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Cleveland, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Estfan specializes in the areas of Hospice Care and Palliative Medicine & Medical Oncology. See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Estfan's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Estfan

1.9
31 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
23%
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
3%
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1 star
74%
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Worst nightmare come true
He was not proactive when his own radiologist report of scans he ordered stated enlarged lymph node was SUSPICIOUS for metastic desease. A red flag anyone should react to. Not this poor physician. The ignorance on display with this inaction meant I went from no cancer detectable to stage 4 metastic liver cancer 3 months after his horrific decision to ignore my care. This caused my doctor who was scheduled to surgically treat me to call the day before surgery regretfully having to cancel as my condition was too far advanced for surgery to address. HE apologized sincerely, I messaged Dr estfan the day the report of suspicious lymph node enlargement was released and he never even bothered to respond. Consistent with a poor work ethic, a year later he has not even been humane enough to say he is sorry for his lack of care. Great doctor? Not in my opinion!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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Apr 13, 2023
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Best oncologist ever!
Dr.Estfan, has been my oncologist for years now. He is very caring, he listens to my mother and Ito help guide us through this difficult situation. He is extremely professional and always gets a plan together to assist me with everything I need to get well. I highly recommend him and his team because they know what they are doing! Always a step a head. For that and everything I appreciate him so much! Thank you
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Rachel Tek – Mar 08, 2023
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Dr Estfan is excellent. I am ned as a result of being under his care. Dr. Estfan takes his time with me and reviews. He uses my Cat Scan and visually explains. I am very satified with Dr Estfan.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Gloria Mazarella – Oct 15, 2022
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Dr. Estfan appears to be technically capable, but is difficult to establish a relationship with. As long as the discussion is technical, he is clear. His recommendations for continuing care, if any, are not clearly communicated and he leaves an impression of indifference regarding what you choose.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Nov 18, 2021
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Excellent care, thorough review of my records. Significant improvement once I switched to his care. Very surprised to see the negative reviews here. My experience was wonderful. I highly recommend Dr Estfan.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jul 04, 2019
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No science, all bureaucracy and insurence red tape. No empathy, untrustworthy, virtually no logical discussion, seems to be in rush for next patient, does not review medical diganostics and pathological data, and even wrongly assumed the type of cancer.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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OH – Jun 19, 2019
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Extremely indifferent about patient's condition - under his treatment his own prognosis is going down fast almost every months - 2 years to 2 months to 2 weeks - and he is watching and virtually doing nothing!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Jun 13, 2019
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Extremely knowledgable & patient focused. Excellent bedside manner. Simply the best!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
Helpful
New Hartford, NY – Jun 27, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Bassam Estfan, MD is a gastrointestinal oncology specialist in Cleveland, OH and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Damascus University in 1998. He is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • Gastrointestinal Oncology

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  • Cleveland Clinic Foundation

    Fellowship Hospital, 2005
  • Monmouth Mc

    Residency Hospital, 2003
  • Damascus University

    Medical School, 1998
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Hospice Care and Palliative Medicine
Medical Oncology
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Locations

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus & Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital

Cleveland Clinic -Oncology9500 Euclid Ave Cleveland, OH 44195
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Cleveland Clinic

    9500 Euclid Ave
    Cleveland, OH 44195
    Recipient of 28
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)

    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

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 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.

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

    5% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    17% higher than the national average

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