General Surgery
Sam Kirkendall, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgeons in general surgery. Dr. Kirkendall specializes in robotic surgery for minimally invasive repair of complex abdominal wall and paraesophageal hernias.
Dr. Kirkendall is a member of the following professional associations: American College of Surgeons, Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons, Americas Hernia Society, Texas Medical Association, and the Potter-Randall Medical Society.
In his free time, Dr. Kirkendall enjoys time with his wife and three children. His hobbies include hunting, fishing, cooking, reading, and trail running. Dr. Kirkendall is fluent in Spanish.
Medical School: University of Texas Medical School at Houston
Residency: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School
Sam Kirkendall Is a really great Dr. I would HIGHLY recommend anyone to have him as their MD. He’s very patient, very knowledgeable, I like how he gets straight to the point. He’s quick and very respectful. The day I met him for the first time I already had this sense of trust in him. Again. I would HIGHLY recommend Dr.Kirkendall to anyone. 5 stars is underrated.
— MARIO SAVALA
Best Dr. I have ever used. This dude is the real deal. He got me in and got my dead appendix out in record time! He maintains professionalism and is highly geared towards your comfort and needs. 10 out of 10.
— Jacob Jones
I had a very good experience with him as my surgeon. I would highly recommend.
— Kimberly Maxwell
Great experience!! First surgery I have ever had and he was awesome !! Thanks
— Brook
Very happy , Dr took time to explain everything, so we knew what to expect, in our forward process!
— Hope Moore
Dr. Kirkendall has an amazing ability to make his patient feel at ease when faced with major surgery. He explains every part of the procedure and answers all questions thoroughly, never making us feel rushed. We feel so blessed to have him as our surgeon.
— Larry R
Excellent Doctor...very nice person as wrll
— Cary Gee
Dr. Kirkendall was very nice and professional. It was a pleasure to meet him and I felt confident that he had my best interest at heart and saw me as a person, not just a number.
— Andrew
Dr. Kirkendall was very nice to meet and was very caring and professional throughout the visit. I felt like he cared about me as a person, not just a number.
— Andrew
All personnel I have come into contact with have been very helpful and courteous. Doctor Kirkendall was extremely knowledgeable, explained everything very well, and made me feel very confident.
— Penny Zavala