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Dr. Shida Saam, DO

Family Practitioner

Dr. Shida Saam is a family practitioner practicing in Irvine, CA. Dr. Saam specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Saam possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, and use combination of conventional and alternative medicine. 
27 years Experience
Dr. Shida Saam, DO
  • Irvine, CA
  • UCI
  • Accepting new patients

Sexual issues?

You need to be tested mainly for herpes, you do not want to miss many reasons. Please make sure you see a doctor. Under 18 visiting a doctor should be with consent of parents, READ MORE
You need to be tested mainly for herpes, you do not want to miss many reasons. Please make sure you see a doctor. Under 18 visiting a doctor should be with consent of parents, but you can tell your parents to write a letter to give permission to be alone and being seen without their presence. So many of my teens are doing it and then it's confidential. Tell them you have some questions and are not comfortable.
Good luck.

What can I eat before bed if I have acid reflux?

You should have at least 3 hours from your last meal and bed time. Try to avoid spicy food, caffeine, smoking and alcohol. use 2 pillows at bed to be semi flat. Also have small READ MORE
You should have at least 3 hours from your last meal and bed time. Try to avoid spicy food, caffeine, smoking and alcohol. use 2 pillows at bed to be semi flat. Also have small frequent meal not a large meal.

How long does it take to recover from a dislocated ankle?

Depends on the degree of dislocation, but typically can last up to 6 weeks.