Dr. Vicki Y. Shimoyama, MD is a pediatrician in Beverly Hills, CA specializing in general pediatrics. She graduated from University of Southern California (USC), Keck School of Medicine in 1994 and has 30 years of experience. Dr. Vicki Y. Shimoyama, MD is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai.
8501 Wilshire Boulevard #201 #205
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
Anemia
Anemia is the most common blood disorder. It occurs when the body does not have enough red blood cells to carry oxygen to the tissues. Blood loss, insufficient red blood cell production, and red blood cell destruction are the three main causes of anemia. These issues may arise from such conditions as iron deficiency, heavy periods, ulcers, kidney disease, as well as some forms of cancer.
An individual with anemia will have the following symptoms: shortness of breath, weakness, dizziness, cold hands or feet, paleness, and irritability. Anemia is diagnosed when blood tests show low counts for hemoglobin, which is the protein responsible for carrying oxygen to different tissues throughout the body.
Treatments for anemia are dependent on the kind of anemia an individual has. For example, iron supplementation may correct iron deficiency anemia. For anemia caused by chronic kidney failure, chemotherapy treatments, and HIV/AIDS, a group of medications called erythropoiesis-stimulating agents may be prescribed.
Dr. Vicki Y. Shimoyama, MD graduated from University of Southern California (USC), Keck School of Medicine in 1994. She is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics - Pediatrics and has a state license in California.
Medical School: University of Southern California (USC), Keck School of Medicine (1994)
Board Certification: American Board of Pediatrics - Pediatrics
Licensed In: California
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Dr. Vicki Shimoyama's specialty is general pediatrics. These areas are among her clinical interests: conjunctivitis (pink eye), ear infection, and anemia. Dr. Shimoyama is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai. She is a graduate of the University of Southern California (USC), Keck School of Medicine. Dr. Shimoyama has received a 4.0 out of 5 star rating by her patients. Doctor.com reports that she is accepting new patients at her office in Beverly Hills, CA.