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Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD

(18 Ratings)

Specializes in: Adult Endocrinology

Shiraz University of Medical Sciences

Professional interests include: thyroid cancer, osteoporosis, thyroid problems, and more.

200 W Arbor Drive
San Diego, CA 92103

1-800-926-8273

Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD is an endocrinologist in San Diego, CA specializing in adult endocrinology. She graduated from Shiraz University of Medical Sciences. Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD is affiliated with UC San Diego Health and Regents of the University of California.

Office Locations

200 W Arbor Drive
San Diego, CA 92103

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9350 Campus Point Drive
San Diego, CA 92037

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Some issues Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD can help you with:

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
Goiter
Thyroid nodule
Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	45

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD.

**Gender**
Male	32
Female	37

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	47
Black	0
Hispanic	11
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	33
From 75 to 84	17
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD in 2017

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD treated during 2017 were hypertension, chronic kidney disease, ischemic heart disease and high cholesterol.

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	39
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	48
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	28
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	30
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	38
Dementia	0
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	309

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD.

**Gender**
Male	76
Female	132

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	104
Black	15
Hispanic	46
Asian	32
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	92
From 75 to 84	52
85 and over	19
Less than 65	45

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD in 2018

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD treated during 2018 were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	47
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	26
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	46
Dementia	14
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	307

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD.

**Gender**
Male	78
Female	138

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	129
Black	0
Hispanic	24
Asian	39
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	110
From 75 to 84	47
85 and over	17
Less than 65	42

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD in 2019

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD treated during 2019 were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	45
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	29
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	41
Dementia	11
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	268

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD.

**Gender**
Male	88
Female	140

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	125
Black	0
Hispanic	46
Asian	30
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	107
From 75 to 84	48
85 and over	17
Less than 65	56

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD in 2020

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD treated during 2020 were hypertension, chronic kidney disease, high cholesterol and diabetes.

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	53
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	27
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	29
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	45
Dementia	12
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	274

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD.

**Gender**
Male	86
Female	147

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	129
Black	0
Hispanic	48
Asian	28
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	101
From 75 to 84	50
85 and over	20
Less than 65	62

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD in 2021

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD treated during 2021 were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	56
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	29
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	52
Dementia	9
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	205

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD.

**Gender**
Male	68
Female	134

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	111
Black	14
Hispanic	37
Asian	28
Other	12
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	89
From 75 to 84	49
85 and over	22
Less than 65	42

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD in 2022

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD treated during 2022 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	34
Atrial Fibrilation	19
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	47
Dementia	0
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	313

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD.

**Gender**
Male	94
Female	195

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	155
Black	21
Hispanic	53
Asian	42
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	130
From 75 to 84	77
85 and over	24
Less than 65	58

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD in 2023

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD treated during 2023 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and osteoperosis.

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	39
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	47
Dementia	6
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2017 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	245

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2017 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD.

**Gender**
Male	74
Female	131

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	7
Asian / Pacific Islander	28
Non-Hispanic White	114
Hispanic	37
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	1

**Age**
75 to 84	48
85 and over	17
Less than 65	43
65 to 74	94

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD From 2017 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	45
Asthma	8
Osteoporosis	30
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	45
Atrial Fibrillation	13
Dementia	7
Cancer	14

Education & Training

Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD graduated from Shiraz University of Medical Sciences. She is certified by the endocrinology and internal medicine and has a state license in California.

Medical School: Shiraz University of Medical Sciences

Board Certification: endocrinology and internal medicine

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

UC San Diego Health

Regents of the University of California

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 18 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in San Diego, CA.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Vala Hamidi, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Medtronic MiniMed, Inc.	$1,492 Continuous Glucose Monitor $1,304	$188
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP	$392 FARXIGA $256	BRILINTA $119	FASLODEX $17
Abbott Laboratories	$180 FREESTYLE LIBRE 3 $170	Freestyle Libre 2 $10
Novo Nordisk Inc	$128 Victoza $95	Tresiba $18	$14
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.	$125 BYDUREON $125
Other	$639 AFREZZA $125	PRALUENT (alirocumab) Injection $121	TEPEZZA $60	TOUJEO $57	t-slim insulin pump $55	Other $221

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$1,943
Travel and Lodging	$819
Education	$194

Biography

Dr. Vala Hamidi is a physician who specializes in adult endocrinology. Dr. Hamidi's areas of clinical interest consist of diabetes, osteoporosis, and thyroid cancer. Patient ratings for Dr. Hamidi average 5.0 stars (out of 5). She attended medical school at Shiraz University of Medical Sciences. Her hospital/clinic affiliations include UC San Diego Health and Regents of the University of California.