In this episode of Neighbors Helping Neighbors, we sit down with Ward Memorial Hospital’s general surgeon, Dr. S. Sami Daye, to explore the vital role general surgery plays in Ward County. From diagnosing abdominal pain to performing laparoscopic procedures and life-saving screenings, Dr. Daye brings deep experience and compassion to every patient he treats.
Dr. Daye shares what it’s like behind the scenes in the operating room, how advancements in minimally invasive techniques have changed the game, and why local access to high-quality surgical care matters now more than ever.
Whether you’re curious about colonoscopies, wondering when to seek help for hernia symptoms, or just want to better understand your healthcare options—you’ll find insight, reassurance, and maybe even a few surprises in this powerful conversation.
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Surgical Care at Ward Memorial with Dr. Sami Daye
S. Sami Daye, MD
Dr. Daye was born in Portland, OR. He grew up in a small town in upstate New York on the Canadian border.
He attended college at Georgetown University in Washington D.C., graduating with a degree in Biology. He subsequently attended and graduated from Georgetown University Medical School in 1988. He went on to complete a five-year General Surgery residency at The Stamford Hospital in Stamford, CT, affiliated with New York Medical College, with rotations in NY City hospitals.
After his residency, Dr. Daye returned to his hometown in upstate New York to work with his father, also a general surgeon. In 2014, he relocated with his family to West Texas. He is currently practicing full time at Ward Memorial Hospital.
In his free time, he keeps busy with family activities, traveling and sports.
His areas of surgical expertise include, but are not limited to:
* Evaluation and Treatment of Abdominal Pain
* Laparoscopic Gall Bladder Surgery
* Hernia Repair
* Breast Surgery
* Upper Endoscopy
* Colonoscopy
* Carpal Tunnel Surgery
* Removal of Skin Lesions