Dr. Robert Hakim, PharmD

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MEDICALLY REVIEWED BY About Dr. Robert Hakim, PharmD

Dr. Robert Chad Hakim, PharmD, was born and raised in Northridge, CA. He received his pharmacy degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Pharmacy. The most rewarding part of his job is taking initiative to advance clinical programs that maximize impact on patient care. He has a board certification in critical care (BCCCP), and his areas of expertise are critical care, drug information, general medicine, and cardiology. In his free time, he enjoys traveling. 

Cancer

Cancer and Weight Loss: What You Need to Know

By Dr. Robert Hakim, PharmD July 14, 2026

Unintentional weight loss can have many causes, including cancer. In fact, unintentional weight loss is more commonly seen in people who are eventually diagnosed with cancer. Losing more than 5% of your body weight within 6–12 months without trying should...

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