Summary

Dr. Ashima Sharma is a family medicine and psychiatry physician who brings three and a half decades of medical experience to her practice. She completed her medical degree at Pt B D S Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences and pursued her residency training at UCSD Medical Center. Her dual specialization allows her to provide comprehensive care that addresses both physical health needs and mental wellness concerns. Dr. Sharma is fluent in English and Spanish, enabling her to serve diverse patient populations in their preferred language.

Dr. Sharma practices at Child And Family Guidance Center locations in Northridge, California, and maintains an affiliation with Dignity Health Northridge Hospital Medical Center. She specializes in treating disruptive behavior disorders and ADHD in both children and adults. Her expertise spans the evaluation and management of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder across age groups, providing continuity of care from childhood through adulthood. Patients have given Dr. Sharma an average rating of 3.0 on Vitals, reflecting their experiences with her psychiatric and family medicine services.
Read More Read less

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3
  • 35 years of experience
  • 9 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Ucsd Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Ashima Sharma has 2 locations

Child And Family Guidance Center

8550 Balboa Blvd Ste 150Northridge, CA 91325
Mon8:30 am - 8:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 8:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 8:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 8:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Child And Family Guidance Center

9650 Zelzah AveNorthridge, CA 91325
Mon8:30 am - 8:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 8:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 8:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 8:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 8:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Compare with Similar Doctors

Dr. Ashima Sharma, MD
Shawn Younessi, MD
hol +
Dr. James L. Pearson, MD
Dr. Ashima Sharma, MDShawn Younessi, MDhol +Dr. James L. Pearson, MD
Family MedicineFamily MedicineFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
35 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Northridge , CATarzana , CAAtlanta , GASeal Beach , CA
Med School: Pt B D S Postgraduate Institute Of Medical Sciences Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine
Current Profile
View Profile View Profile View Profile

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ashima Sharma

  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ashima Sharma has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ashima Sharma has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) / Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Bipolar Disorder / Manic Depressive Disorder
  • Check-up
  • Depression
  • Depressive Disorder
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Indigestion
  • Insomnia
  • Psychiatry
  • Schizophrenia
  • Sleep Disorders
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

Dr. Ashima Sharma holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Ucsd Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Pt B D S Postgraduate Institute Of Medical Sciences in 1991.

NPI Number

Dr. Sharma's NPI number is 1780700898.

Similar doctors

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ashima Sharma?
You can find contact information for Dr. Ashima Sharma here on Vitals.
What languages does Dr. Ashima Sharma speak?
Dr. Ashima Sharma speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. Ashima Sharma accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Ashima Sharma accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Ashima Sharma's office located?
Dr. Ashima Sharma's office is located at 8550 Balboa Blvd Ste 150, Northridge, CA, 91325.
Does Dr. Ashima Sharma accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Ashima Sharma has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

Ensuring Data Transparency and Trust: A Guide to Vitals Doctor Listings and Reviews

Our provider data is gathered directly from physicians and publicly available databases. Providers who verify their profiles gain the ability to update information, offering additional details about their specialties,education, treated conditions, performed procedures, and accepted insurances.

Reviews on Vitals are submitted by users only. Recognizing the valuable insights these reviews offer into a doctor's reputation, we maintain internal policies and protocols to ensure the quality and accuracy of all reviews. Importantly, providers cannot delete or alter reviews independently. Reviews can only be deleted or changed following an internal assessment by our customer service team.

Your feedback is highly valued and we encourage you to contact our support team should you encounter any issues.