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Dr. Rifaat Salem, MD

Dr. Rifaat Salem, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Rifaat Salem, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Torrance, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine in 1980. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Practice

3720 Lomita Blvd Ste 200 Torrance, CA 90505

Dr. Salem is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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Dr. Salem's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Salem

4.4
19 ratings, 13 with a written review
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I have two beautiful sons!!!
I often think of Dr. Salem and his staff, even many, many years after our interactions. Why? Because they changed mine and my husband’s lives forever! We did our first round of IVF and had our first-born son. Four years later, went back for a second round and thankfully have another son due to their expertise and compassion! My two sons both just had birthdays and turned 22 and 17! I still think of Dr. Salem and his staff and thank God I trusted them to help us make a family! Thank you again and best wishes to anyone experiencing infertility. Definitely call them and trust them!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Karen Diaz – Aug 17, 2024
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i would have given a 0 star if there was a room for that. From scheduling appointments, consultation, staff, doctor… this office lacks professionalism in every level!! most especially the LVN called Alex. I was pretty determined to get my IVF done & become pregnant, so I decided to ignore all the red flags. I had 2 IVF attempts here & both failed. After generating 8+ eggs I was only able to use few of them for each attempt & for some reason that the embryologist and Dr Salem did not have better explanation what happen to the rest of the eggs which i was told was an A grade after 5 days incubation, I understand some would not pass the thawing process but now all that is questionable. Save your money & do your research! Don’t ignore the red flags like I did
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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why me – Jun 03, 2020
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I Recommend Dr Salem all the clinics and Dr told me. they did all they can for me to get pregnant, Noting works, A fried recommend me Dr Salem it was my last tried after spending a lot money everywhere. i went after 2nd tried of Invitro i did get pregnant my only beautiful daughter she is 16 years old now. Thank to Dr Salem- i Remember that he told me the 2nd Time. i will be more Aggressive with you and you will have the most you want it.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Alicia Contreras in Cypres, CA – Feb 10, 2019
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Infertility issues were in both of us and dr. Rifaat Salem, recommend ICSI, which works for both of us. Thank you Dr. Salem for your kind help.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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John D'Souza in Glendale – Feb 18, 2018
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Good as heard ! My friend recommend me to dr. Rifaat Salem and he is really a professional, knows how to better deal and make comfortable his patients. Thank you Dr. Salem.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Lucy in Glendale – Feb 01, 2018
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My Endometrium lining was only 6mm and IVF was not possible, Doctor Rifaat Salem suggest to increase estrogen level and lining thining and later i have successfully conceived. Thank you Dr. Salem, you are master in fertility.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Isabel in Corona – Jan 25, 2018
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best choice for fertility treatments in California.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Julie in California – Jan 21, 2018
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Rifaat Salem and his team helps me with my thin layer, it was 6 mm and they just take it normal i.e. 1omm in just 3 months. Thank you Dr. Salem.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Lisa in Los Angeles – Jan 12, 2018
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Thank you Dr. Salem, I conceived successfully after 5 years of marriage, a big thank to you and your staff, very co-operative and great attention to details.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Allegra in Chandler, Arizona – Jan 09, 2018
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Doctor Rifaat Salem MD is amazing and super knowledgeable. He explains medical conditions carefully so I understand and make educated decisions. He makes sure I am all covered and calls frequently to checkup. He's great and treat you like family.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Amsterdam, NH – Nov 07, 2017
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I cannot say enough good thing about this place. Everything was wonderful , courteous informative, I can see 20/15 the day after and going to work the day after the surgery. I can't believe I waited this long and so exited to start a new journey with no glasses or contacts . Thanks you so much, doctor riffat salem md.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Josie Scott in Glendale, California – Nov 01, 2017
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Dr Rifaat Salem MD has been the greatest doctor I have ever experienced. He shares the details on what you need to know, gives you options, and is a pleasure to be around. The office is very good about fitting in appointments, especially on short notice, which is very much appreciated for someone like me with a busy work schedule. I have never had to wait either and find their process very efficient.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Ludhiana, PB – Oct 18, 2017
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I am 41 and made the decision to freeze my eggs. My experience with Dr. Salem was extremely positive. He remained optimistic during my entire treatment as did his entire staff. Everyone at PRC was friendly and made me feel comfortable during the process. I was able to get 18 viable eggs! Thank you PRC for all your hard work!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Suki in Torrance, CA – May 26, 2016
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The individual approach that sets us apart consists of the simplest one of all We put our patients' needs first. Our updated and advanced reproductive services in IVF, IUI, ICSI, PGD, GIFT, ZIFT, Donor Program, along with a compassionate, supportive...read more
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Santa Clara

    Residency Hospital, 1984
  • University Of Southern California Keck School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1980
  • Scripps Mercy Hospital-san Diego

    Internship Hospital, 1980
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Dr. Salem is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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