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Amy Hakim,

M.D., M.S.

Gynecologic Oncologist

4.8 (205 Ratings)
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Location
Simi Valley
1157 Swallow Lane
Simi Valley, CA 93065
Specialties
Gynecologic Oncology
Surgery
Education
Medical school:

Board Certifications

  • 2013, Obstetrics & Gynecology
  • 2016, Gynecologic Oncology
  • California State Medical License

Degrees

  • 2001, University of Minnesota Medical School, Minneapolis, MN, Medical Doctor
  • 1997, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia, Master of Science, Epidemiology
  • 1993, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia, Master of Arts, Economics
  • 1987, Carleton College, Northfield, Minnesota, Bachelor of Arts, Economics

Fellowship

  • 2008–2010, Gynecologic Oncology Fellow, University of Texas Medical Branch–Methodist Hospital, Galveston and Houston, TX
  • 2007–2008, Gynecologic Oncology Fellow, City of Hope, Duarte, CA
  • 2005–2007, Gynecologic Oncology Fellow, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, IL

Residency

  • 2001–2005, Obstetrics and Gynecology Resident, John A. Burns School of Medicine, Honolulu, HI
Academic Appointments
  • Assistant Clinical Professor, Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Department of Surgery
About Me

Amy Hakim, M.D., is a surgical oncologist at City of Hope® Cancer Center Duarte who focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of gynecologic cancers. Her clinical practice is complemented by her research into the links between women’s cancers and human papillomavirus (HPV), as well as the role that the HPV vaccine plays in screening and prevention of certain gynecologic malignancies – an area in which Dr. Hakim has published several studies. 

Dr. Hakim earned her medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School in Minneapolis. She completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the John A. Burns School of Medicine at the University of Hawaii, followed by further gynecologic oncology fellowship training at multiple institutions, including Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago, City of Hope and the University of Texas Medical Branch–Methodist Hospital in Galveston and Houston.

Patient reviews
The patient ratings and comments on this page are obtained from an external Press Ganey® outpatient survey provided to all eligible City of Hope patients within one to two weeks of their treatment occurrence. Raw data from the answers to the survey questions about our physicians are calculated by Press Ganey into a one- to five- star rating. In the spirit of transparency, all patient comments are posted as written by the patient, whether they are positive or negative. We only exclude comments if they are deemed to be slanderous or libelous, contain profanity or vulgar language, or do not relate to the patient's experience with the doctor involved. As a result, the comments are the views and opinions of the patients surveyed and are not endorsed by, and may not necessarily reflect the opinion of, City of Hope.
May 9, 2025
4.7
"Dr Hakim was wonderful. Thank goodness she was and made my medical care worth while. [...]"
Apr 29, 2025
5.0
"Good"
Apr 29, 2025
5.0
"EXCELLENT"
Apr 24, 2025
5.0
"She was beyond kind and caring. Absolutely Amazing."
Feb 26, 2025
5.0
"Dr. Hakim is one of the most kind & compassionate doctors I've ever had. She is very thorough on her exams and is very knowledgeable. She is patient, listens to my concerns and answers all of my questions."
Feb 21, 2025
5.0
"I have recommended City of Hope and it's doctors and staff to many family and friends."
Feb 5, 2025
5.0
"The doctor spoke with me and not at me. I liked her very much!"
Feb 5, 2025
5.0
"[...] it was very good"
Jan 28, 2025
2.0
"She is knowledgable but was distracted and unable to provide info or respond to my questions."
Dec 29, 2024
5.0
"I think Dr Hakim is the BEST"
Nov 6, 2024
5.0
"She was Excellent, extremely detailed, very caring. I never felt rushed, she answered all my questions and said if I have any other questions, do not hesitate to call her."
Oct 16, 2024
5.0
"I just Love my doctor. She is the Best Cancer Doctor !"
Oct 16, 2024
5.0
"Everyone was just Wonderful !"
Oct 10, 2024
5.0
"First and foremost I would like to thank Dr. Amy Hakim from the bottom of my heart as well as her assistant [...] and the team for a favorable outcome of my hysterectomy surgery, removing tumors. Dr. Amy Hakim is genuinely compassionate, patient and trustworthy. I highly recommend Dr.Hakim. Her communication is highly exceptionally. She responds to my daughter's messages quickly. Again she is kind hearted, caring for patients. She always take time to answer my questions and communicates in a way that I understand. Also Dr. Hakim even replied to my daughter's text when she was on vacation. I am truly thankful for her."
Sep 21, 2024
5.0
"[...] Near the end of my appointment I was telling Dr. Hakim the I consider myself a very positive & optimistic person. But since this cancer diagnosis I occasionally find myself going down a negative path of fear. She looked at me and said, I want you to talk to me, tell me what you're feeling, what does the "fear path" feel like. So I told her I was scared that the cancer could come back, etc. I just told her my fears. She listened to everything I was saying, she never interrupted me but just listened. When I was finished talking, Dr. Hakim went through and reminded me of all the positives with my Hysterectomy. That it was contained, it wasn't in the lymph nodes, they caught it early etc. All the positives and that the additional treatments are to help ensure there isn't a reoccurrence. [...] The fact that she took the time to listen to my fears & concerns and to then review and remind me of all the positive things about my surgery/cancer made a huge positive impact on me. I am 66 yrs old and throughout my adult life I have never, ever had a doctor show so much care & compassion for me as a patient as Dr. Hakim did. I wish all doctor's were like Dr. Hakim. Honestly I got in my car and shed a few tears just because I felt very cared about as a cancer patient and as a person. Dr. Hakim is truly a huge asset to the City of Hope! Thank you Dr. Hakim!"
Aug 31, 2024
2.7
"Although she included me in the proposed treatment options and I thought we were in agreement, I received a follow up call to have another procedure instead of the requested surgery."
Aug 20, 2024
5.0
"I will recommend this place. I have had no bad experience. I really like it.."
Aug 20, 2024
5.0
"As of now, I have had no bad experience. I really like Dr. Hakim In. She did my surgery and she's a very good doctor."
Jul 24, 2024
5.0
"I found Dr. Hakim to be extremely knowledgeable, very warm & compassionate. I felt like I was In very good hands with my cancer diagnosis."