Dr. Samir Tawfik Abdelshaheed M.D.
Family Practitioner
6111 Portsmouth Blvd Portsmouth VA, 23701About
Dr. Samir Abdelshaheed is a family practitioner practicing in Portsmouth, VA. Dr. Abdelshaheed 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. Abdelshaheed possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
ALEXANDRIA UNIVERSITY 1990
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- High Cholesterol
- Vaginitis
- Pain
- Opiate Dependence
- Vascular Disease
- Goiter
- Menstrual Cramps
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