Raynald Samoa, M.D.

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Endocrinologist
4.9 (202 RATINGS)
Clinical Expertise
Appetite Modulation
Diabetes
Thyroid
Pediatric Endocrinology
Research Area
Diabetes Prevention
Diabetes
Appointments
Assistant Professor, Department of Diabetes, Endocrinology & Metabolism
Interim Fellowship Program Site Director
Clinical Teams
Thyroid and Parathyroid Cancers

Dr. Raynald Samoa completed his adult endocrinology fellowship at the Los Angeles County-University of Southern California. He is board certified in Pediatrics, Internal Medicine and Adult Endocrinology. His primary major area of research includes appetite modulation and its affect on obesity in minority communities.
 

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Education & Experience
Board Certifications

  • 2008, American Board of Internal Medicine, Adult Endocrinology

  • 2003, American Board of Pediatrics

  • 2003, American Board of Internal Medicine

Degrees

  • 1999, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, M.D.

  • 1994, Western Washington University, Bellingham, WA, B.A.

Fellowship

  • 2007-2008, Childrens Hospital Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, Fellowship in Pediatric Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

  • 2005-2007, University of Southern California Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, Fellowship in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

Residency

  • 2003-2004, Women & Children's Hospital Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, CA, Chief Residency in Pediatrics

  • 2000-2003, University of Southern California Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, Residency in Combined Internal Medicine and Pediatrics

Professional Experience

  • 2008 - present, Assistant Professor, Department of Diabetes, Endocrinology & Metabolism, City of Hope, Duarte, CA

  • 2003 - 2008, Clinical Instructor, Pediatrics, University of Southern California Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA

Awards & Memberships
Memberships

  • American Diabetes Association

  • Endocrine Fellows Foundation

  • Endocrine Society

  • National Council of Asian Pacific Islander Physicians

Ratings & Reviews
Ratings and reviews below are gathered from the Press Ganey Clinician and Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CG CAHPS) survey. CG CAHPS is a standardized survey that is used to measure a patient's experience in the physician office setting. Ratings are an average of all responses to questions about a provider's care, with 5 stars being the highest.
Ratings
5.0
Show respect for what you say
5.0
Provider listen carefully to you
4.9
Spend enough time with you
4.9
Rate provider 0-10
4.9
Recommend this provider office
4.8
Provider explain in way you understand
4.7
Know important info medical history
Reviews
03/22/22
Dr. Samoa listens and he hears what is said. I always start out nervous about my condition, because I have various issues. Leaving the appointment I feel a sense of relief. The doctor shows a sensitivity, concern, and is knowledgeable. I appreciate all of these characteristics. - Verified patient
03/21/22
Drs in general don't care about the patient's time. ALL of them seem to think only their time is important - Verified patient
03/06/22
This was the first time seeing Dr Samoa as I was a patient of Dr [...] who had left City of Hope. I always am a little nervous about the first visit with any doctor but Dr Samoa made the transition very comfortable by allowing me to talk first and get a general idea off what my concerns were. The appointment was thorough and successful. - Verified patient
02/22/22
Dr. Samoa is the best. - Verified patient
02/02/22
Very knowledgeable and compassionate - Verified patient