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Dr. Salim Islam, MD

Anesthesiologist

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Islam, Anesthesiologist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Salim Islam, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Islam completed his residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Critical Care Medicine-Anesthesiology; Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology; Ca Pacific Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Islam is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Islam’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Islam’s office at (415) 833-2000.

    Where did Dr. Islam go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Critical Care Medicine-Anesthesiology; Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology; Ca Pacific Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca

    Is Dr. Islam board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Salim Islam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Islam speak?

    Dr. Islam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Islam typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Salim Islam may include:

    Please contact Dr. Islam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Islam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Islam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 833-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Islam accept in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Islam in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Islam's office located?

    Dr. Salim Islam's Primary Practice

    2425 Geary Blvd

    San Francisco, CA 94115

    (415) 833-2000

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    Dr. Salim Islam's Practice 2

    2200 Ofarrell St

    San Francisco, CA 94115

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    What is Dr. Islam's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Islam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093893620.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Islam?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Islam

    What is Dr. Salim Islam's specialty?

    Dr. Islam is an Anesthesiologist near San Francisco, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Salim Islam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Islam is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Dr. Salim Islam accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Salim Islam is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Salim Islam offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Islam's office at (415) 833-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Salim Islam?

    Please contact Dr. Islam's office at (415) 833-2000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Islam's office located?

    Dr. Islam's office is located in San Francisco, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Salim Islam have?

    Dr. Salim Islam is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.