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.

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

Fluent in Somali, Arabic & English.

Infants (0–2), Children (2–18), Adults (18–65), Seniors (65+).