Sahir Mahir Gharib

Sahir Mahir Gharib MD

Specialties:

Family Medicine and Sports Medicine
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4.6 / 5 (based on 322 Reviews) View 70 Comments

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Sahir Gharib MD is a Family Medicine physician with a subspecialty in Sports Medicine. Dr. Gharib completed his fellowship training in Sports Medicine at Louisiana State University. His additional training focused solely on orthopedic care and the use of ultrasound for both diagnostic and interventional procedures. He has worked with high school, collegian and professional athletes. 

Dr. Gharib finds it tremendously rewarding to see his patients’ pain and functionality improve after treatment. Medicine is constantly evolving and Dr. Gharib is always looking to improve his craft through additional learning and offering the best available treatment to his patients. He takes time to listen attentively to his patients and believes communication and trust is important to providing the best care.

Outside the clinic, Dr. Gharib loves combat sports. He enjoys playing basketball, snowboarding, weightlifting, hiking, traveling and attending concerts.

Office Information

Hospital/Group Affiliation

PIH Health Whittier Hospital

PIH Health Physicians

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Gender

Male

Specialties

  • Family Medicine
  • Sports Medicine

Education

Medical School

Ross University School of Medicine

Residency

LSU Health Sciences Center @ Ochsner Medical Center

Fellowship

University of Louisiana Medical Center (Lafayette)

Board Certifications

  • Family Medicine
  • Sports Medicine

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Patient Reviews

February 05, 2026
Very professional, although she doesn't speak Spanish she took her time to listen to the interpreter and everything went well.
February 04, 2026
Excellent service representative very professional
February 03, 2026
I was sent to the lab for lab work on the same day I had my appointment, which was scheduled at 11 o'clock. I had not had breakfast because I knew I was going to have lab work done. However, when I got to the lab, the lab had a note in the door saying they were close from 11 to 1. I would appreciate if they could keep, maybe, I know the day I did get the lab work because the following day, they had two lab people. Maybe they would consider having one lab person go to lunch while the other ones did it. So those of us that are there for specific lab work get seen in a timely manner because I cannot wait until 1 p.m. I hope they understand that I was on an empty stomach and I wasn't feeling well already so that it would be appreciated next time they do have changes schedule where they have one lab person on during the lunch hour and they alternate lunches so that can happen.
January 30, 2026
Front desk should be more friendly (approachable) and attentive.
January 30, 2026
He listened & hope it continues.
January 29, 2026
Made an appointment on short notice and was taken care of in the very best manner!
January 28, 2026
I love PIH health. Every experience has been awesome. Very knowledgeable and easy to talk to
January 27, 2026
Thank you Dr. Gharib, extremely knowledgeable, quick easy care always a pleasure. (PHI removed)
January 21, 2026
Overall was very pleased ??
January 07, 2026
Everyone at the clinic has been there several times and they've treated me very well. They're very responsible and I trust them. All the nurses are excellent, and I have nothing more to say. They seem to be very good professionals. Bye.
January 07, 2026
Very proactive care. I walked out with my next appointment already scheduled, and all of my concerns were addressed. The previous doctor's office I was assigned to dismissed my concerns and told me I was too young. It's nice to finally be taken seriously and not rushed out.
January 07, 2026
Dr. Gharib addressed all of my concerns, and provided solutions for all of my health issues. He prescribed new medications for me and ordered two x rays as well. I sincerely do appreciate everything that Dr. Gharib does for me.
January 06, 2026
Premises are clean & well lit. Friendly doctor & staff
January 02, 2026
I was very pleased with the service. I really appreciate that they don't keep you waiting when you arrive. It was my first visit, but I was very happy with the doctor and everyone, from the receptionist at the entrance to the nurse who attended to me. I congratulate them on this excellent service.
December 31, 2025
Receptionist was rude, nurse was in a hurry, xray tech didn't explain how to do things... doctor was great
December 29, 2025
Dr Gharib is very good Doctor he's knowledgeable well educated and takes care of his patients . He listened to patients and care for their needs.. Doctor Gharib and the staff are friendly helpful and supportive.
December 22, 2025
All questions were answered by the staff and by the Doctor who is very helpful to all medical health needs. Thank you PIH.
December 11, 2025
I just want to say the reception ladies did a great job and with the problem I had and I appreciate all the help.
December 10, 2025
Dr. Gharib has been the best M.D. I have ever been under the care of, he is a compassionate caring doctor. He truly cares about his patients and I feel very comfortable trusting him with my health. He is an asset to PIH! Very grateful to have found a great doctor.
December 05, 2025
I am satisfied with the prompt attention I received.
December 04, 2025
Very courteous and professional.
December 03, 2025
It was excellent!
December 02, 2025
The doctor was both professional and courteous.
November 28, 2025
He told me everything he was going to do. The experience was great. He is so amazing! I would trust him completely!
November 19, 2025
I have never felt this comfortable during a medical visit before. My doctor is incredibly supportive and attentive, and I truly appreciate the convenience of early appointments. They allow me to start my day feeling positive and cared for
November 07, 2025
An excellent doctor.
November 04, 2025
It was a pleasure experience dealing with Dr. Gharib. He's specialized in sports medicine. So basically, he usually looks at the patient's history for what is going on right now and he prescribes whatever best for the patient. So I really appreciate that. We always have nice dealing with the staff members, etc. So it's been a fantastic, amazing experience.
November 04, 2025
I just felt rushed, like I was in. I had a few other questions and I just didn't get a chance to even answer them. I mean, to even ask them. I felt a little rushed, like dude was nonchalant, you know?
October 28, 2025
This was the first time that I saw Dr. S-A-H-I-R, G-H-A-R-I-B. I didn't want to say his name and get it all messed up, but I thought he was very, very good. You know, for the last 25 years, I had Dr. (name removed) and he was good. So I'm thinking that I'm going to make this guy my permanent doctor. I really enjoyed the way he handled business and I think he's good. Appreciate it.
October 28, 2025
I'm very happy with this provider. They are always able to accommodate me with or without an appointment when I need to talk to my doctor. I will not switch locations or Doctors. Dr Sahir is very respectful and knows his job very well. He is aware of my medical history and stays on top with his staff if I forget sometimes to follow up. Thank you, Ms. (PHI removed)
October 24, 2025
Yes, the truth is I really liked that you had an interpreter, that definitely helps us a lot as Latinos since our main language is Spanish, and English in medical terms is very confusing but the truth is I am happy with the treatment and definitely the one who can translate what we want to say, always have interpreters who speak Spanish well so that they can help the Latino community in medical terms, thank you for the attention received and I hope you continue like this... Congratulations!!
October 21, 2025
Excellent customer service and care!
October 09, 2025
Overall experience was amazing!
October 02, 2025
There's nothing well that I could say upon my visit. You could improve with the doctors. You could improve with the doctor's medical assistant. Horrible, horrible, horrible service. Horrible customer service. Doctor made me feel bland, like he didn't care. I was like if I was a robot, very monotone. No care, horrible. Just plain horrible.
September 30, 2025
I would like them to give appointments sooner when they are requested, because they are given very late.
September 25, 2025
This was an introductory first visit. I'm deciding on a new primary physician. Dr. Gharib was professional and straightforward. For a first visit I'm unsure if he's a good fit for me.
September 12, 2025
Very much improved experience with PIH than in the past.
September 08, 2025
Not everything is very good, thank you.
August 15, 2025
I'm very pleased with Dr. Gharib he listens to me and tries to understand my concerns and explains things in a manner I can understand. Over all he shows he cares
August 15, 2025
Well I when in because I felt sick and as soon as I got diagnosed with Covid I was rushed out as if I had the plague. Normally the doctor would ask me if i needed a doctors note for my job as I went in on a Friday but nothing was asked just sent out to go pick up antibiotics. I guess to disinfect the area that was in. I felt a bit rushed no paper with my information was given.
August 06, 2025
Very good experience, very friendly.
August 01, 2025
The entire staff were very professional and efficient.
August 01, 2025
I was please with the service provided.
July 28, 2025
Awesome Doctor!
July 16, 2025
Dr. Gharib and the staff were very kind and professional. I would definitely recommend this location to anyone. I would go back.
July 11, 2025
Yes, my name is (PHI removed). I've had very good experiences with PYD-CHES. I love it. I've been with them for years, and their treatment has always been very friendly and their service excellent. Let's talk about doctors, hospitals, everything. I'm very happy and would say that to anyone. In fact, I sometimes advertise for them to switch doctors. Thank you very much, and have a nice day.
July 10, 2025
The Doctor & Nurses are very professional and friendly
July 08, 2025
Yes, I am very satisfied with my visit at PIH. I walked in wanting to see Urgent Care. Urgent Care wasn't open till 10 o'clock, and I got there about 8, 8.20 or so. The receptionist was able to accommodate me with an appointment. I was called in very shortly after that, and I was able to see the doctor. So I'm very, very happy with the service. I will definitely go back and I will definitely recommend to my family and friends. Thank you for everything. Goodbye.
June 25, 2025
(Name removed) the young lady that set up my appointment was very professional and kind. We all need more people like her. The Doctor was very helpful and listen to my concerns
June 25, 2025
He the best! Thanks for having him on your team!
June 20, 2025
he listened than asked questions and answered my questions. was though with exam.
June 19, 2025
Dr bedside needs help. Not really interested to learn about me and ask follow up questions or preventative care
June 19, 2025
He showed us respect and understanding, he has knowledge of what's going on with the patient.
June 18, 2025
I'll keep it anonymous. However, I want to thank Dr. Gharib for doing ultra, I'm sorry, x-rays on my stomach and telling me, prescribing me medication so that it could be cleaned. I do want to reduce this tummy and I want to eventually have a surgery to remove the excess skin. So I want to thank you. And this is not for vanity, this is for health. and aesthetics. I'm an independent business owner and I want to look clean, immune, healthy. Thank you.
May 14, 2025
The doctor demonstrates great respect and provides clear explanations, making complex information easy to understand.
May 14, 2025
Fine doctor and staff. Prompt and caring and thorough!
May 14, 2025
Dr. Gharib is great! He listens to what you have to say and actually does something about it instead of ignoring it. I really like him and the way he provides care. Myself, my son and my daughter have all gone to see him and it's always the most exceptional care. Thank you Dr. Gharib for caring about your patients.
May 02, 2025
Doctor was very professional, and complete in his work.
May 01, 2025
Thank you PIH for taking care of your patient, listening and explaining the health problems and making the life easy of getting the answer from the providers.
April 30, 2025
For us Latinos, it is very important sometimes to be able to speak with a doctor who speaks Spanish, and it is very important that the person speaks Spanish because when the person who treats you, the doctor, speaks Spanish, they can understand you better. With an interpreter it is not the same, which is why, although I like the care, I do not feel that they understand you very well. Although, they work very well.
April 24, 2025
Nice & polite. Gave alternatives.
April 17, 2025
Everything went well with my doctor, but I went for a referral to the dermatologist and the referral is going to take at least two weeks for them to call me back to make an appointment and this is because I have a mole on my face. So I think that waiting two weeks just to get an appointment with the dermatologist is unacceptable. I think it should be quicker and sooner, but I have nothing negative to say about my provider there at PIH County. It's just a referral system.
April 08, 2025
My doctor is refusing to give me my medication. He has them all on hold. His last visit he said, oh, I need your blood work first. Well, you know what? I have some blood work. I got it PR yesterday. You're going to have it. I'm trying to get it up. I really want a new doctor. I don't want him to be my doctor anymore. Last September, I thought he was going to give me an oxygen machine and then he never got me one. I had to buy my own, but in the meantime, for 15 days, I was suffering, waiting for him to receive the oxygen machine. He let me think he was getting for me. He just let me think that. Well, I don't like the guy. I don't want to be my doctor anymore. I already called your customer patient's advocacy number. They told me to call this number. I did. I left you a voicemail and said to get a call back. You never called me back. Maybe this is a call back. Yeah, I want a new doctor, please.
April 04, 2025
I want to say, first of all, the first few numbers I hit wrong. I want to give you guys an excellent, above excellent rating. Everything about the office, about the doctor was excellent. He treated me, he listened to me, he was empathetic, he was just, he was great. He was wonderful. He did everything right and now I'm just waiting for my PT reference and I'll be even happier when I get that. But for the most part, I would definitely recommend him to anybody that I know or is in need of a sports doctor. So for everything, it's above excellent. Thank you very much for all your help.
March 12, 2025
He's a great doctor , he explain everything in detail .
March 11, 2025
He is very kind and caring to patients, and I feel very grateful. He recommended the right medicine for my condition. I really appreciate it.
March 05, 2025
The doctor did not provide details on my injury. He didn't listen to my workout habits, what I do, where I'm living as a construction worker, how I, you know, may have gotten this injury, what exasperated it. All he gave me was, here, go to physical therapy, which I thought was unprofessional. There was no dialogue. I just felt very rushed and very clinical. Really did not pay attention to what I was saying, just what he was trying to describe. Yeah, would not recommend.
February 26, 2025
I love going to PIH in Downey promenade because the staff are always so friendly! As soon as you walk in, the front desk is kind and attentive that makes a difference! Thank you!
February 25, 2025
Dr. Gharib spent time with my child and listen to our concerns in regards to a possible concussion. He did a complete examination and test. Great Sports doctor
February 20, 2025
I was okay with the service and I'm new and I'm older and so I was okay with it and so yes, thank you.
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