About
Dr. Ati Hakimi completed her residency in Family Medicine at Northwestern University, then pursued an additional year of Geriatric Medicine training at Rush University Medical Center. She holds board certification in Family Medicine and brings over 20 years of clinical experience to her practice. Her specialties span family medicine, geriatric medicine, preventive medicine, and functional medicine.
Dr. Hakimi moved to Las Vegas in 2016 and joined the Leadership Las Vegas Class of 2018, where she found community and motivation to improve healthcare access in the city. She founded Vegas DPC in response to Las Vegas ranking 47th in the nation for healthcare quality. Her clinical philosophy centers on holistic, lifestyle-based care, and she uses a coaching approach that guides patients toward healthier habits before reaching for prescriptions. She serves on the board of Candlelighter's Children Cancer Foundation of Nevada and volunteers with Volunteers in Medicine of Southern Nevada. She has also served on the boards of Immunize Nevada and Angels of Las Vegas. Local outlets including KSNV News 3 and KLAS 8 News Now regularly call on her as a medical expert. Outside medicine, Dr. Hakimi has traveled to over 45 countries and enjoys karaoke, concerts, and exploring Las Vegas restaurants. She has earned recognition as a Top Doctor 2021, 2022 Women Who Wow, and 2023 Top Family Physician.
Education & Training
Residency
Family Medicine, Northwestern University
Fellowship
Geriatric Medicine, Rush University Medical Center
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Hakimi right for?
Dr. Hakimi serves patients of all ages, from newborns through seniors. Adults managing chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, or metabolic issues benefit from her preventive and functional medicine approach. She works well with patients who want a physician who prioritizes lifestyle changes over prescriptions. Older adults gain from her dedicated geriatric medicine training at Rush University Medical Center. Patients seeking a physician who is directly reachable by phone, text, or email will feel at home here.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Hakimi treats a broad range of conditions across all age groups. Her clinical focus includes chronic disease management, metabolic health, women's and men's health, mental health, weight management, back injuries, sports injuries, and geriatric care. She also handles urgent and acute care needs for members and non-members alike.
Yes. Dr. Hakimi holds board certification in Family Medicine. She completed her residency at Northwestern University and pursued additional Geriatric Medicine training at Rush University Medical Center.
Dr. Hakimi takes a holistic, coaching-based approach to care. She guides patients toward lifestyle improvements in sleep, nutrition, exercise, hydration, and mental well-being before reaching for prescriptions. She believes sustainable habit change is foundational to long-term health.
Yes. Dr. Hakimi completed an extra year of Geriatric Medicine training at Rush University Medical Center beyond her Family Medicine residency. She regularly cares for senior patients and brings focused expertise to the health challenges that come with aging.
Dr. Hakimi's specialties include family medicine, geriatric medicine, preventive medicine, and functional medicine. She applies these across a wide range of clinical situations, from routine preventive screenings to complex chronic disease management.
Dr. Hakimi brings over 20 years of clinical experience to Vegas DPC. She moved to Las Vegas in 2016 and founded Vegas DPC to improve healthcare access in the city.
Yes. Dr. Hakimi cares for patients of all ages, including newborns and children. Her family medicine training covers pediatric care alongside adult and senior populations.
Yes. Dr. Hakimi has earned recognition as a Top Doctor in 2021, 2022 Women Who Wow, and 2023 Top Family Physician. Local news outlets KSNV News 3 and KLAS 8 News Now regularly feature her as a medical expert.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026