About
Dr. Rubeena Dhami grew up in Santa Clara County and returned home to build a practice rooted in equitable, comprehensive care. She completed her undergraduate studies at UC Davis, where she volunteered at Shifa Community Clinic and deepened her fluency in Punjabi. Before medical school, she worked as a case manager at Genentech, helping patients access cancer treatment medications. She then attended St. George's University School of Medicine in Grenada, completing clinical rotations across New Jersey, New York City, Chicago, and Baltimore.
Dr. Dhami spent a year volunteering across the country with Remote Area Medical before starting her family medicine residency in 2020, graduating in 2023. She holds board certification from both the American Board of Family Medicine and the American Board of Obesity Medicine. Her clinical focus spans chronic disease management, medical weight loss, preventive care, and mental health. Outside the clinic, she leads monthly Walk with a Doc community walks in her hometown of Milpitas and engages in advocacy work at the local and state level. She speaks English and Punjabi fluently. At home, she enjoys coast redwoods, cliffside beaches, sci-fi and fantasy, and time with her Maltipoo, Nemo.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
UC Davis
Medical School
St. George's University School of Medicine, Grenada
Residency
Family Medicine residency, began 2020, graduated 2023
Additional Training
Volunteered with Remote Area Medical; worked as case manager at Genentech
Certifications
Languages
English, Punjabi
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Dhami right for?
Dr. Dhami is a strong fit for adults and families seeking comprehensive primary care with transparent pricing. Patients managing chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, or obesity benefit from her dual board certifications. She also serves patients working toward medical weight loss under evidence-based, physician-led guidance. Punjabi-speaking patients will find a physician with native fluency. Busy professionals and families who need flexible access, including home visits and telehealth, will find her practice model practical and responsive.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Dhami treats a broad range of conditions across family medicine. Her chronic care focus includes diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, obesity, asthma, depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders. She also handles acute care needs like urinary tract infections, ear and sinus infections, strep throat, rashes, sprains, lacerations, and STI testing.
Yes. Dr. Dhami holds dual board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine and the American Board of Obesity Medicine. This combination allows her to manage both general primary care and medical weight loss within the same practice.
Dr. Dhami attended St. George's University School of Medicine in Grenada and completed clinical rotations in New Jersey, New York City, Chicago, and Baltimore. She completed her family medicine residency in 2023. Before medical school, she also volunteered with Remote Area Medical, traveling the country to provide care in underserved areas.
Yes. Dr. Dhami is board-certified in obesity medicine and offers personalized medical weight loss as part of her practice. She integrates this with her comprehensive family medicine approach, so patients receive coordinated care for weight and related chronic conditions together.
Dr. Dhami speaks English and Punjabi fluently. She developed her native Punjabi fluency during her time at UC Davis, where she volunteered at the Shifa Community Clinic.
Dr. Dhami focuses on prevention and early intervention alongside active management. She partners with patients to understand the factors behind their conditions, building a care plan that fits their goals and lifestyle. Extended visits give her adequate time to address multiple concerns without rushing.
Dr. Dhami sees patients from age four and up. Children ages 4 to 17 enroll with an accompanying adult member. She provides well child checks, sports physicals, and preventive care for younger patients alongside full adult primary care.
Yes, you can enroll as a member even with an HMO plan. Because HMOs require in-network physicians to authorize referrals and services, Dr. Dhami serves HMO patients primarily as an expert advocate to help navigate their care and support their health goals.
Doctor profile last updated October 31, 2026