About
Dr. Samuel Kebede earned his Doctorate of Medicine from Gondar College of Medical Sciences in Gondar, Ethiopia in 2004. He completed both his internship and internal medicine residency at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center in Jamaica, NY, finishing his residency in 2017. The American Board of Internal Medicine has certified him in his specialty. He holds medical licenses in both New York and Maryland.
Dr. Kebede spent many years practicing in referral and teaching hospitals before transitioning to the MDVIP-affiliated model. That experience sharpened his understanding of what drives patients toward hospital care and what preventive steps can reduce that need. He believes a physician with more time to listen is better positioned to help. His clinical focus covers chronic condition management, preventive care, and long-term wellness planning. He approaches each patient relationship as a partnership, favoring shared medical decision-making over top-down directives. Outside of medicine, he enjoys hiking and spending time with his family. He speaks both English and Amharic.
Education & Training
Medical School
Gondar College of Medical Sciences, Gondar, Ethiopia — Doctorate of Medicine, 2004
Residency
Internal Medicine, Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, Jamaica, NY, 2015-2017
Additional Training
Internship, Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, Jamaica, NY, 2014-2015
Certifications
Languages
English, Amharic
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Kebede right for?
Dr. Kebede is a strong fit for adults seeking a long-term relationship with a board-certified internist. Patients managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, high cholesterol, or hypertension benefit from his preventive focus. He works well with patients who want a physician who listens carefully and involves them in decisions. Amharic-speaking patients will find a physician who can communicate with them directly.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Kebede focuses on internal medicine with particular attention to chronic conditions including type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. He also emphasizes preventive care and long-term wellness planning for adult patients.
Yes, the American Board of Internal Medicine has certified Dr. Kebede. He completed his residency in internal medicine at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center in New York.
Dr. Kebede earned his medical degree from Gondar College of Medical Sciences in Ethiopia in 2004. He then completed an internship and an internal medicine residency at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center in Jamaica, NY, finishing in 2017.
Dr. Kebede believes primary care requires both rigorous clinical science and genuine compassion. He prioritizes shared medical decision-making, meaning he discusses options with patients and reaches decisions together. He dedicates time to understanding the person behind the symptoms.
Yes, Dr. Kebede maintains an affiliation with Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center. This connection helps coordinate specialist care for patients who need services beyond the practice.
Dr. Kebede speaks both English and Amharic, making his practice accessible to Amharic-speaking patients in the Eldersburg area.
Yes. Dr. Kebede remains reachable by phone after hours and on weekends for urgent matters. This direct access is a core part of his MDVIP-affiliated practice model.
Dr. Kebede offers comprehensive advanced health screenings and diagnostic tests through his MDVIP-affiliated practice. These go beyond standard preventive screenings and form the core of his Annual Wellness Program.
Doctor profile last updated August 15, 2026