Thomas Samuel, MD
Treatment & Services
- Blood Tests
- Cancer Center
- Cancer Screening
- Cancer Supportive Care
- Hematology & Oncology Screenings and Disorders
- Hematology Oncology
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Breast Cancer
- Family Cancer History
- Genetic Testing
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Dr. Thomas Samuel specializes in all aspects of breast cancer care including breast cancer risk assessment, breast cancer chemoprevention, adjuvant chemotherapy and endocrine therapy for breast cancer, and advanced breast cancer care including palliation. Prior to joining the Cleveland Clinic Florida, Dr. Samuel was Associate Professor of Medicine at the Georgia Regents University-Medical College of Georgia Cancer Center working as the Director of the GRU Multidisciplinary Breast Cancer Program which he founded it in 2006. He was also program director for the Hematology Oncology Fellowship Program. Dr. Samuel was previously Assistant Professor of Medicine at Fox Chase Cancer Center with a joint appointment at the Temple University School of Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. At Fox Chase, Dr.Samuel worked with the nationally renowned Fox Chase Pain Management and Palliative Care Center,where he specialized in cancer-related pain issues and hospice care.
He is currently a member of the multidisciplinary team in breast oncology at Cleveland Clinic Florida as well as active in developing and implementing all phases of clinical research. Dr.Samuel completed his undergraduate training at Swarthmore College and obtained his medical degree from the State University of New York (SUNY) at Stony Brook. He finished a residency in internal medicine at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, followed by a specialty fellowship in hematology/oncology at Fox Chase Cancer Center and Temple University School of Medicine.
Board certified in medical oncology, his particular interests are in breast cancer treatment with a focus on development of novel therapeutics, supportive oncology, and palliative care. As a son of a breast cancer survivor, he finds it his unique privilege to take care of patients afflicted with breast cancer at all stages.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2013
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Temple University Hospital
Hematology/Medical Oncology
Philadelphia,
PA USA
2004
Residency - Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Internal Medicine
Nashville,
TN USA
2001
Medical School - State University of New York at Stony Brook
Stony Brook,
NY USA
1998
Undergraduate - Swarthmore College
Biochemistry
Swarthmore,
PA USA
1994
Certifications
- Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology
Specialty Interests
Breast Cancer, Palliative Care, Medical Education, Clinical Research
Awards & Honors
- Swarthmore College: Kennedy Scholarship (1990-94)
- National Science Foundation Scholarship for Minority Development (1991)
- State University of New York at Stony Brook School of Medicine:1998 SUNY at Stony Brook School of Medicine Convocation Student Speaker (05/1998-elected by student body)
- Vanderbilt University Medical Center, School of Medicine: Medical Student Curriculum Committee Resident Teaching Award (07/2001)
- Medical College of Georgia, School of Medicine: Outstanding Young Clinical Sciences Faculty Senate Award (04/2009)
- Medical College of Georgia, School of Medicine Exemplary Teaching Award for Resident Education (04/2009)
- Keynote Speaker at 2011 Inaugural Gold Humanism Society Induction Ceremony (03/2011)
- Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Honor Medical Society Induction-(04/2013)
Research & Publications
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215 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their views and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Cleveland Clinic.
| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 5 | |
| Listens | 5 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 5 | |
| Knows Medical History | 5 | |
| Time Spent with Patient | 5 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
19 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Mar 12, 2018
Dr Samuel is an excellent doctor. He is very approachable, he listens to your concerns and offers solutions. He is very caring and does everything to put your mind at ease.
Reviewed on Mar 2, 2018
Dr.Samuel has incredible bed side manners he makes you feel he is doing his upmost best for the care of my health l would recommend this Doctor to my friends and family he's such a caring man l feel lucky to have him care for me.
Reviewed on Feb 5, 2018
He seemed like he was in a rush, but understandable -- he has a ton of patients because he is good at his job. Honestly, you need more nurses & assistants to help him out. It would be better if I never had to even see the front desk people and I could just deal with my doctor and his staff because they are the best.
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2018
Dr. Samuel takes his time to explain everything. He is kind, gentle and caring. He washed his hands thoroughly before examining me.
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2018
Duna & Dr. Samuel makes a GREAT team.
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2018
All future appointments and tests were handled.
Reviewed on Dec 12, 2017
He's the best, very caring, explasins everything, gives me the choice, love this office, he's the best. IU am currently in the process of moving to Georgia and I really hate to leave this office, however, he has provided me with other doc's in my new area in Georgia. He's perfect.
Reviewed on Dec 1, 2017
Dr. Samuel is always thorough and explains things in a way I can understand. He is a very compassionate and understanding care provider.
Reviewed on Oct 19, 2017
the doctor is the best
Reviewed on Oct 5, 2017
love this office - doctor and staff clinical staff, chemo nurses, lenice, the front desk - everyone is excellent!
Reviewed on Sep 21, 2017
Plus he asks you if you have anymore questions before he leaves the room. But he fully explains everything!!
Reviewed on Sep 20, 2017
I have no words about Dr Samuel care about me. His tender and compassionate care, his always disposition to hear and answer my questions and concern. His respect to me and the persons who accompany me. His efforts to my well being, his professionalism, his humanity. His care for things that I don't expected. I really appreciated Dr Samuel !
Reviewed on Sep 14, 2017
always compassionate. Offer information in an easily understandable way.
Reviewed on Sep 13, 2017
Dr. Samuels is a gem, very professional at the same time courteous and always pleasant and informative. Dr. Samuel is a great physician, he is an assist to Cleveland Clinic and to his profession.He is a great physician!
Reviewed on Jul 31, 2017
Excellent experience
Reviewed on Jul 27, 2017
Dr. Samuels is always very good at explaining what options and the side effects of the meds. He then tries to get some feedback on your thoughts on the matter.
Reviewed on Jul 7, 2017
Very encouraging throughout treatment.
Reviewed on Jun 7, 2017
Dr. Samuel, is the consummate professional, he gives exceptional service and I am very comfortable with his care and bedside manner. Duna, his nurse is very caring and gentle. She has built a relationship and ask about me and my family, a very personal touch. I total love the level of service
Reviewed on Apr 21, 2017
Dr.Samuel definitely takes time to make sure you understand.