ChronicDepressionDysthymia near Lecanto, FL

Biography: Maher Salam, MD, FACG, is a board-certified gastroenterologist. Dr. Salam is deeply committed to the care of all his patients. He is honored by the privilege to help them restore and manage their digestive health, an important foundation toward achieving whole health. With a philosophy rooted in empathy and patient-centeredness, Dr. Salam actively listens to his patients, crafts tailored treatment plans and emphasizes preventive measures for sustained well-being along with providing his patients with exceptional care, Dr. Salam is the esteemed author of many publications, served as a Chief of internal Medicine at FTMC and is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Gastroenterology at Ohio University Heritage College. Dr. Salam is fluent in both English and Arabic and sees patients ages 18 years and above.

Care Philosophy: My philosophy is to care for my patients just as I would for my family. I am committed to comprehensive care and treatment with close follow-ups. I emphasize in preventive measures and the care of chronic diseases over the long term. To accomplish this I spend the majority of time during each 20-30 minute visit talking to my patients. I want to understand your concerns, answers to your questions, and engage them to your plan of care. Skilled in treating the full variety of Internal Medicine problems including: High Blood Pressure, High Cholesterol, Diabetes, Heart Disease, Lung Disease, Stomach & Intestinal Problems, Arthritis, Thyroid Disease & Geriatric Problems.

Biography: Dr. Ravishankar Rao, MD is an Internist who practices in Brooksville, FL. He is 67 years old and has been practicing for 43 years. Dr. Ravishankar Rao, MD is affiliated with HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital.