About me
About Dr. Salim
A Commitment to Comprehensive, Accessible Care
I practice comprehensive, evidence-based medicine rooted in accessibility, cultural humility, and patient advocacy. Fluent in Somali, English, and Arabic, I strive to ensure every patient—regardless of background—receives respectful, individualized care.
With over 11 years of experience, I provide full-spectrum primary care—spanning preventive health, chronic disease, women’s health, pediatrics, and mental health.
Clinical & Community Highlights:
- Expertise in medical weight management through evidence-based lifestyle and pharmacologic interventions.
- Mentor, advocate, and collaborator on health equity initiatives.
- Committed to improving care access for underserved populations.
- Education & Certifications
MD: Ross University School of Medicine (2014) & Loyola University
Family Medicine Residency: Loyola University Medical Center (2017)
Board-Certified: American Board of Family Medicine (2017)
Board-Certified: American Board of Obesity Medicine
- Languages
Fluent in Somali, Arabic & English.
- Patient Age Groups
Infants (0–2), Children (2–18), Adults (18–65), Seniors (65+).