Dr. Clifton Schermerhorn
General Practice
Santa Ana, CA
42 years experience male
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Active clinical practice in Orange County California for 28 years. Clinical Professor of Family Practice/Psychiatry, Western University of Health Sciences.COMP, and Midwestern College of Osteopathic Medicine/ Arizona. Certified in Pain Management and Addiction Medicine. Fellow, Diplomat , ABPN/Psych Fellow , Royal Society of Medicine .Fellow, Diplomat, American Academy of Neurologic and Orthopedic Surgeons/Clinical Neurology/Psychiatry
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A 43-year-old member asked:
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Not a good idea: This is not a good idea at anytime...College or not...
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A 44-year-old member asked:
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Depends: It depends on the disorder and the patient...Best to see a therapist first.
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Possibly: It is possible...If you suspect this, you should see a neurologist asap.
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Probably not, but: Probably not, but it is not a good idea to do this...Probably more likely transmitted with mucous to mucous membrane contact...Best to avoid all but a... Read More
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Circadian : Your inner clock is off...It takes several days for your circadian rhythm to catch up..
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Too little info: Too little info here...Could be many things from trauma to fungal issues...You need to see your family doc or a podiatrist for a good history and phy... Read More
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A 35-year-old male asked:
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Not really: Not really...However, when you are cold, your body needs to use more energy to maintain a stable core temperature. This requires more energy expenditu... Read More
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A 27-year-old female asked:
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See someone: A change in a mole or skin lesion can be cause for concern...I would see your family doc or dermatologist for an evaluation...
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A 18-year-old male asked:
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Yes: Most certainly if you are an adult...If you tell your doc that you want confidentiality, he/she must respect and follow your wishes...As long as you ... Read More
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A 29-year-old female asked:
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Get some helpt: If you are so anxious that you need to use a drug to calm down, i would suggest that you see a psychiatrist for a discussion and an evaluation. There ... Read More
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A 29-year-old female asked:
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Maybe, BUT: Never abruptly stop or change these medications without consulting your prescribing physician first. These medications work very subtly...I would sugg... Read More
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A 25-year-old female asked:
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Need more informatio: Not enough info or history here to reasonably advise you...Enough symptoms, however, to advise you to see your family doc for a checkup and discussion... Read More
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A 19-year-old female asked:
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NOT Necessarily: Best and only way to lose weight is to eat less and exercise more...As yet, there is no "magic pill or potion" that is safe and efficient.
Side effec... Read More
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A 27-year-old female asked:
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Not enough info: Could be many things...Infection, trauma, neoplastic...You need to see your family doc or a podiatrist and have it evaluated..Asap.
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A 31-year-old male asked:
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Check: Check with your local family doc or the local university hospital for a referral to a registered dietician/nutritionist..
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A 42-year-old female asked:
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Pain is meaningful: Pain is a way your body talks to you...If you have pain, there is probably something wrong.. It may be your body telling you to stop that activity to... Read More
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A 34-year-old female asked:
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Not sure: This could be many things. Not really enough information to address adequately......First thing to consider is cardiac issues. Best to see your family... Read More
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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No short answer: Snoring can be a sign of sleep apnea...It needs to be evaluated and treated...If it is that much of a problem, you should see your family doc for a c... Read More
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A 26-year-old male asked:
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Not enough info: Two months is a long time for a sore throat...Not sure how the other info is related. I would see your family doc for a good history, physical and lab... Read More
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A 18-year-old male asked:
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Depends on the music: It can run the gamut...From soothing to irritating....Depends on you, and depends on the music...This may have to do with emotional connections within... Read More
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A 46-year-old member asked:
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Both will make you : Both can make you jumpy..Check with the doc giving you stimulant, and join a smoking cessation group.
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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Sexual organs: Largest and most important sexual organ in the body is the brain! check with your ob/gyn.
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A 49-year-old male asked:
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Traned to treat both: Yes, the podiatrist is trained to evaluate and treat most "foot" issues..
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A 29-year-old female asked:
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Brewing yeast: I would guess...Mostly brewing yeast...There is some speculation that it can help stabilize lipid levels...Check with your primary care doc before yo... Read More
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A 48-year-old member asked:
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Maybe: Pristiq is a cogener of effexor...Pristiq is the right rotatory molecule of the racemic mixture known as effexor...Basically, the same medication...Pr... Read More
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A 35-year-old female asked:
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HMM: Gastritis means that you have an irritation of the stomach wall...This is not that uncommon. I would suggest that you follow up with your gastroentero... Read More
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A 26-year-old female asked:
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Dematologist: Good hygiene, grooming, nutrition ...And then go see your family doc for referral to a good dermatologist...
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A 23-year-old male asked:
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Many things: This is a good question.. It depends on several factors. Most important is the cause of the depression. I suggest a consultation with a psychiatrist f... Read More
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A 27-year-old male asked:
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Difficult: Yes, this is a difficult disorder..Many suffer with this..You are not alone. It is important to follow with your dermatologist and family doc. There a... Read More
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A 36-year-old male asked:
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Consider: It depends...Before starting any diet, i would recommend that you consult with your family doc....He can give you more detailed dietary recommendation... Read More
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A 18-year-old male asked:
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Several reasons: This could be due to several causes...It could be musculoskeletal or pleuritic. It is probably nothing to be too concerned about..But, if it bothers y... Read More
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A 27-year-old female asked:
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Have it looked into: Rashes are difficult to evaluate without actually seeing them and obtaining a good history and possibly lab work...This sounds like something that nee... Read More
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A 31-year-old male asked:
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Could be: If the gallstones are causing inflammation, sweating could be a symptom. But it probably wouldn't be the only symptom...Best to get this checked-out b... Read More
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A 23-year-old female asked:
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Not usually: Not generally..Weight gain is mostly caused by too much eating and not enough activity.
Edema can cause some water weight gain.
I would suggest tha... Read More
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A 19-year-old male asked:
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Seeyour Family Doc: Do not open or drain anything until you see your family doc...Opening and draining may or may not treat the symptoms, but not the cause of the lesions... Read More
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Could be: This is something that should be evaluated by your family doc asap...History (including family history) is indicated as well as a good physical exam a... Read More
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A 34-year-old female asked:
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Root/herb: Ginger is a root/herb...It is used in cooking and baking...It has also been shown to calm upset tummies and seasickness...Beware, however when used in... Read More
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See a Doc: This is an endocrinology issue...It needs to be monitored carefully and frequently by a physician. It can impact other systems in the body including c... Read More
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A 20-year-old female asked:
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Possibly: Soft tissue injury can be painful and debilitating...It is possible that you may have torn something....Pain and debilitation are part o nature's way ... Read More
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A 68-year-old female asked:
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Common: Weight gain is common with Insulin use. It may stimulate your appetite. However, the same rules apply with or without insulin...Intake and output (exe... Read More
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A 22-year-old male asked:
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Too many: Too many to list here without a good history and physical exam...If this has been persistent , and you are concerned (which you seem to be)....I woul... Read More
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Too little info: This is not enough information to go on. Need to know more....How long have you had it?. The nature of the lesions, ..Size, pain, etc i would suggest ... Read More
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Aboot a month: Depending on your metabolic activity...About a month...Best not to us at all...
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A 38-year-old female asked:
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Many things: This could be many things...Not enough information to make a good guess. Symptoms seem significant enough to warrant a visit to your family doc for an... Read More
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A 25-year-old female asked:
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Yes..Go: Chest pain can be due to many things...Some can be serious and life-threatening...Don't wait...Go and see your doc ...Get it checked asap...
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A 21-year-old female asked:
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Keep busy: Obey the law if inertia..."a body at rest tends to stay at rest , and a body in motion tends to stay in motion."...Stay physically and socially activ... Read More
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A 24-year-old female asked:
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Problem?: This is a problem?
Isn't it a good thing to look young? Maybe you don't think so now, but later you will appreciate this more.
5'3" is an adequate h... Read More
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A 33-year-old male asked:
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Rather than worry: Blood in the stool can be from many causes...From a lesion to infection to hemorrhoids...Regardless, it needs to be checked out. Instead of worrying, ... Read More
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A 35-year-old male asked:
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Allergic?: Possible reaction to the spray...I would avoid further use, and see your family doc if it doesn't improve..
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A 40-year-old female asked:
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Always: Always better to avoid smoking...Always a good idea , with risk factors, to follow-up regularly with your family doc/internist/ob/gyn...
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Apr 1, 2015
Great doctor. Consistently gives thoughtful, insightful and expert advice.
Apr 7, 2013
Answers patient's questions in a timely manner. Very knowledgeable!
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Mar 30, 2015
Dr. Schermerhorn is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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I have gone to the doctors and they said it was either bed bugs or bug bites and said they would go away in about 6months to a year,
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Thank you, your answer was very helpful! Very straight forward, that was helpful and saved my money. Thanks!
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Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
American University of the Caribbean, St. Maarten
Graduated 1981MD
Awards
Most Influential, Second Place, Orange County, CA - Winter
2013
Thought Leader, Third Place, Orange County, CA - Winter
2013
Top General Practitioner, First Place, California - Winter
2013
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