Rafik Saleh, MD, MPH
Addiction Medicine Specialist | Addiction Medicine
17296 Slover Ave Fontana CA, 92337About
Dr. Rafik Saleh is an Addiction Medicine, Bariatric and Obesity Medicine Physician in San Bernardino County, CA. Dr. Saleh evaluates patients using many different procedures, in order to determine what treatments must be carried out in order to properly assess their symptoms. Addiction Medicine Physicians provide medical care in addition to consultation for each patient and their families.
Bariatric/Obesity Medicine Physicians medical care for bariatric surgery patients and patients who needs weight management.
Board Certification
American Board of Obesity Medicine
American Board of Preventive Medicine
Provider Details
Rafik Saleh, MD, MPH's Expert Contributions
Can I take ashwagandha and phentermine together ?
There is no contraindication to use ashwagandha with phentermine but, Ashwagandha can interfere with thyroid function so, please consult your endocrinologist before starting Ashwagandha. READ MORE
3day emergency refill
The patient needs to go to the ED. READ MORE
Was my ex ODing
Based on the information provided, it is hard to tell and take a medical decision because there is many missing information that needed before giving any medical opinion or advice. Any clinical setting we need further information like lab work including urine drug screening and clinical examination by health professionals. Overall, from what you said, patient went to the hospital and all medical aspects should have been assessed and discussed. READ MORE
My body
Up to 2 days. READ MORE
Inadvertent Xanax withdrawal symptoms?
For patient's safety, patient must go to the Emergency Department for further clinical evaluation. READ MORE
Clonidine for withdrawal?
For patient's safety, please go to ED to assess the withdrawal symptoms and decide the appropriate level of care. READ MORE
Can medications give you a false positive on a drug test?
False positive for fentanyl are less likely to happen compared to other opioid drugs but, Trazodone has been reported as causing false positive for fentanyl. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Assistant Professor California University of Science and Medicine, School of Medicine 2023 - Present
- Faculty Preventive Medicine, Loma Linda University 2022 - Present
- Assistant Professor Western University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific 2023 - Present
Professional Memberships
- Member of the American Medical Association Member of the American college of Preventive Medicine Member of the American Society of Addiction Medicine Member of The Obesity Association Member of Good Samaritans Dental and Medical Ministries Member of Uni
Internships
- General Surgery Internship at University of Hackensack in NJ
Fellowships
- Addiction Medicine Fellowship at Honor Health Hospital in Scottsdale, Arizona
Professional Society Memberships
- American Society of Addiction Medicine, Obesity Medicine Association, American Medical Association
Articles and Publications
- Participated in many clinical trials and poster presentations in regards to addiction medicine, obesity medicine, and diabetes.
What do you attribute your success to?
- He attributes his success to addiction medicine is the only specialty where, when you treat the patient you are helping the whole family. He is very happy and satisfied when he helps one patient. He enjoys studying chronic disease.
Teaching and speaking
- Assistant Professor, Department of Medical Education, California University of Science and Medicine, School of Medicine
Areas of research
Addiction, Diabetes and Obesity
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