About
Dr. Amal Obaid-Schmid earned both her MS in Microbiology and Molecular Genetics and her MD from UCLA. She holds triple board certification and brings 18 years of acute care experience to her practice. Before founding Elite Rapid Care, she served 15 years as Trauma Medical Director at Huntington Hospital. She also holds the title of Medical Director and Chief of Staff at a nationally recognized hospital.
Dr. Obaid-Schmid specializes in internal medicine and preventive medicine. She treats a wide range of conditions including hypertension, diabetes, migraines, TMJ disorder, and complex wounds. She personally administers FDA-approved Botox for chronic migraine prevention and TMJ disorder. Her clinical interests include weight management, hormonal health, and wound care. She stays current with emerging treatments and reviews clinical content to reflect the latest evidence. Her approach pairs acute care expertise with a genuine focus on community health and long-term wellness.
Education & Training
Medical School
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) — MS in Microbiology & Molecular Genetics and MD
Certifications
Languages
English
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Obaid-Schmid right for?
Dr. Obaid-Schmid suits adults and families who want a single provider for both urgent and ongoing care. Patients managing diabetes, hypertension, or chronic wounds benefit from her depth of clinical experience. She also serves patients seeking hormone therapy, medical weight loss, or migraine treatment, including Botox injections. Her trauma and acute care background makes her a strong fit for patients with complex or multi-system health concerns.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Obaid-Schmid treats a broad range of conditions including hypertension, diabetes, migraines, TMJ disorder, acute injuries, and complex wounds. She also manages weight loss, hormonal health, and asthma. Her background in internal and preventive medicine allows her to address both urgent and chronic health needs.
Yes. Dr. Obaid-Schmid holds triple board certification. She specializes in internal medicine and preventive medicine and brings 18 years of acute care experience to her clinical work.
Dr. Obaid-Schmid earned both her MS in Microbiology and Molecular Genetics and her MD from the University of California, Los Angeles. She then spent 15 years as Trauma Medical Director at Huntington Hospital before leading Elite Rapid Care.
Yes. Dr. Obaid-Schmid personally administers Botox injections for chronic migraine prevention and TMJ disorder. The migraine treatment uses FDA-approved Botox, and many insurance plans cover it. She evaluates each patient to confirm whether Botox is the right clinical approach.
Dr. Obaid-Schmid emphasizes early detection and proactive health management. She focuses on identifying risks before symptoms develop. Her preventive work includes health screenings, chronic disease monitoring, and personalized wellness planning.
Yes. Dr. Obaid-Schmid and the Elite Rapid Care team see patients across all age groups, from infants and children through geriatric adults.
Yes. Dr. Obaid-Schmid supervises the medical weight loss program at Elite Rapid Care. She provides physician-guided care that includes metabolic monitoring and, where appropriate, GLP-1 medications such as semaglutide. She also medically reviews clinical content on weight loss to ensure evidence-based guidance.
Dr. Obaid-Schmid served as Trauma Medical Director at Huntington Hospital for 15 years. That experience shaped her acute care approach at Elite Rapid Care, where she handles complex wounds, injuries, and time-sensitive conditions with the same clinical rigor.
Doctor profile last updated August 19, 2026