Overview
Dr. Saara Mohammed uses an evidence-based, holistic, patient-centered approach and tailors her care to each patient's unique needs. Dr. Mohammed creates a safe and non-judgmental space to empower her patients with tools for long-term success. She believes that medication works best when combined with the appropriate therapy and collaborates closely with therapists and physicians to ensure optimal outcomes. Dr. Mohammed's experience as a first-generation child of immigrant parents shapes her understanding of the cultural and academic pressures young adults face. Dr. Mohammed enjoys reading, film, exploring new restaurants, biking, tennis with friends, and spending time with her cat, Alfie.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Major Depression, and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
Dr. Mohammed is board certified in Psychiatry - American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology. Dr. Mohammed is currently accepting new patients.
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Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE PDP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- PPO
Accepted plan types not found. Please verify directly with the provider.
- HMO
- INDEMNITY
- POS
- PPO
- OTHER MEDICAID
- STATE MEDICAID
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE SNP
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- HMO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- INSURANCE PLAN
Locations
8950 Villa La Jolla Dr, Ste C121, La Jolla, CA 92037
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Mohammed has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Saara A. Mohammed
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Saara A. Mohammed?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Saara A. Mohammed by calling their office at 855-603-3661. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Saara A. Mohammed a top-rated expert for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Saara A. Mohammed is classified as an Experienced expert for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Saara A. Mohammed specialize in?
While Dr. Saara A. Mohammed is a Psychiatry, they have specific expertise in Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and Major Depression. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Psychiatry.
Does Dr. Saara A. Mohammed accept my insurance?
Dr. Saara A. Mohammed accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 855-603-3661 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Experienced
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)Dr. Mohammed isExperienced. Learn about Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD).
- Major DepressionDr. Mohammed isExperienced. Learn about Major Depression.
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)Dr. Mohammed isExperienced. Learn about Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Dr. Mohammed isExperienced. Learn about Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).