Salima Ali, MD

Salima A. Ali, MD Pronunciation Guide

Internal Medicine
4.6of 5 | (320) | View Reviews
About our provider ratings

ARC South 1st Ages seen: 18 - 99 Languages: Hindi, Urdu, Gujarati Joined ARC: 2022

About Salima A. Ali, MD

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    Family Medicine


    Dr. Ali grew up and received her early medical training in Pakistan before moving to the U.S. In her free time, Dr. Ali enjoys reading about alternative medicine practices from around the world, spending time with her family, exercising every day, and trying out healthy recipes. Her favorite spots in town include hiking on Lady Bird Lake and exploring new hiking trails.

I strongly believe in patient empowerment and working as a team. With my knowledge of evidence-based medicine, compassion for all patients, ability to be a good listener, and interest in integrative care practices, I bring my patients the best and most modern care available. I enjoy getting to know the patient as a whole person and not just their disease, and provide them with knowledge so they can make the right choices for themselves. I am a strong advocate for healthy lifestyles and that ‘an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure’ – Benjamin Franklin.

Services

Annual Physical Exam

Annual Physical Exam

An annual wellness exam helps you touch base with your ARC physician or advanced practice clinician (APC), address health issues, and talk about preventative measures for you.

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Chronic Care Management

Chronic Care Management

Chronic healthcare management includes care for patients with high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, and other chronic health conditions.

Diabetic Retinopathy Screenings

Diabetic Retinopathy Screenings

Austin Regional Clinic offers annual diabetic retinopathy screenings to our patients with diabetes. Screening is easy, takes less than five minutes to complete, and does not require any pupil dilatation or eye protection.

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Flu Shots

Flu Shots

A flu vaccine can help prevent flu-related visits each year. CDC recommends everyone 6 months and older get vaccinated every flu season.

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Immunizations

Immunizations

Immunizations help provide immunity to children and adults before they are exposed to potentially harmful diseases like hepatitis B, measles, mumps, polio, and more.

Medicare Wellness

Medicare Wellness

Medicare Wellness visits are an annual benefit provided to patients with a Medicare, Medicare Advantage, or Medicare Supplement insurance plan. These visits include a review of your health, medications, health history, and more. 

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Population Health

Population Health

The ARC Population Health is a program that provides a patient-centered model of health care through an organized system of communication and a proactive approach to care. This department within Austin Regional Clinic uses several approaches to accomplish the goal of improved care coordination.

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Preventive Health Care

Preventive Health Care

Preventive health care services focus on preventing diseases and conditions caused by environmental factors, genetic predisposition, disease agents, and lifestyle choices.

Telemedicine Visits

Telemedicine Visits

ARC offers telemedicine visits for primary and specialty care. ARC doctors and advanced practice clinicians (APCs) can quickly evaluate you for a new health issue or follow up with you via a phone call or video visit from the comfort of your home.

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Locations & Hours

Credentials

  • Board Certifications
    Board Certified in Internal Medicine
  • Residency
    Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN, 2001
  • Medical School
    M.B.B.S., Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, The Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan, 1995
  • Professional Positions
    • Member, American Board of Internal Medicine
    • Member, Travis County Medical Society
  • Awards & Honors
    • Aga Khan University Scholarship, 1992
    • Outstanding Compassionate Care Award, Community Care Clinics, 2022

Patient Reviews

OVERALL PROVIDER RATING

Rating based on "Did the healthcare provider or doctor provide the care you expected?"

4.6out of 5
  • August 13, 2025

    Talking with the doctor and her nurse about my upcoming surgery helped to ease my anxiety.

  • August 6, 2025

    Dr. Ali is compassionate and thorough. She is open to ideas when discussing options for care, prescriptions, bloodwork needed, etc. I feel lucky to be her patient!

  • August 5, 2025

    Doctor was so sweet & listened to my questions with kindness & care. Exactly what you want from your healthcare provider when something is wrong!

  • August 5, 2025

    Dr. Ali was thorough, unhurried and answered all my concerns.

  • August 2, 2025

    Nurse was so great! She's incredibly kind and funny and made her part of the appt enjoyable. Dr. Ali was also thoughtful and thorough in her care and explanations.

  • August 1, 2025

    I love the personal care from my primary Dr and her assistant. Makes for a more relaxing and comfortable visit

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