Summary

Dr. Nahal Afshar-Shahidi is a family medicine physician who earned her medical degree from Universidad Central del Caribe and completed her residency at the University of Southern California School of Medicine. With 26 years of experience in family medicine, she brings extensive knowledge to caring for patients of all ages. Dr. Afshar-Shahidi is fluent in both English and Spanish, helping her connect with diverse patient communities.

She is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center and practices at multiple locations throughout Los Angeles and Torrance, California. Dr. Afshar-Shahidi focuses on managing high blood pressure conditions, including emergency situations involving severe hypertension. Her practice includes comprehensive blood work and urine testing to monitor patient health, and she also offers virtual care appointments for patient convenience. Patients consistently rate her highly, giving her an average rating of 4.7 out of 5.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 26 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Southern California School Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Nahal Afshar-Shahidi has 4 locations

South Central Family Health Center

4425 S Central AveLos Angeles, CA 90011
Mon7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sat7:00 am - 6:00 pm
SunClosed

Harbor Ucla Medical Center

1000 W Carson StTorrance, CA 90502

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Dr. Nahal Afshar-Shahidi, MDDawn Vollmann, PA-CDr. Mona Salib Ghobrial, MDShawn Younessi, MD
Family MedicineFamily MedicineFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.7 
26 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Arabic
Los Angeles , CAHuntington Beach , CANewport Beach , CATarzana , CA
Med School: UNIVERSIDAD CENTRAL DEL CARIBE Med School: Ain Shams University, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Nahal Afshar-Shahidi

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - DHMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Nahal Afshar-Shahidi has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Nahal Afshar-Shahidi has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

26 Years Experience

Dr. Nahal Afshar-Shahidi 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 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Southern California School Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from UNIVERSIDAD CENTRAL DEL CARIBE in 2006 and Universidad Central Del Este (Uce) Facultad De Medicina in 2000.

NPI Number

Dr. Afshar-Shahidi's NPI number is 1861654204.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Nahal Afshar-Shahidi affiliated with?
Dr. Nahal Afshar-Shahidi is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center.
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What languages does Dr. Nahal Afshar-Shahidi speak?
Dr. Nahal Afshar-Shahidi speaks English and Spanish.

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