Summary

Dr. Sharmineh Shams is an internal medicine physician with two decades of experience caring for patients across California's Central Valley. She earned her medical degree from Tehran University of Medical Sciences and has dedicated her career to providing comprehensive primary care for adult patients. Her extensive background in internal medicine allows her to address a wide range of health concerns and coordinate care for complex medical conditions.

Dr. Shams practices at multiple locations including Visalia, Glendale, and Hanford, with hospital affiliations at Glendale Adventist Medical Center, Kaweah Health Medical Center, and several Adventist Health facilities. She specializes in managing cardiovascular conditions such as high blood pressure and high cholesterol, including these conditions in younger patients. Her practice includes ordering comprehensive blood work and complete blood counts to monitor patient health and guide treatment decisions.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 20 years of experience
  • Tehran University Of Medical Sciences
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Sharmineh Shams has 4 locations

Visalia Medical Clinic

5400 W Hillsdale AveVisalia, CA 93291
Mon8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun9:00 am - 2:00 pm

Visalia Medical Clinic Quickcare

5400 W Hillsdale AveVisalia, CA 93291

Adventist Health Hanford

115 Mall DrHanford, CA 93230

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20 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English, French, Bambara Speaks English
Visalia , CALyons , COTIGARD , ORBeverly Hills , CA
Med School: Tehran University Of Medical Sciences Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Sharmineh Shams

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Sharmineh Shams has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Sharmineh Shams has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

20 Years Experience

Dr. Sharmineh Shams 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

Medical School

Graduated from Tehran University Of Medical Sciences in 2006.

NPI Number

Dr. Shams' NPI number is 1447522172.

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Where is Dr. Sharmineh Shams's office located?
Dr. Sharmineh Shams's office is located at 5400 W Hillsdale Ave, Visalia, CA, 93291.
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Does Dr. Sharmineh Shams accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Sharmineh Shams has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sharmineh Shams affiliated with?
Dr. Sharmineh Shams is affiliated with Glendale Adventist Medical Center, Kaweah Health Medical Center, Adventist Health Hanford, Adventist Health Tulare, and Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center.

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