With much delay I hear of Dr. Selem's passing. She was my senior resident, back in 1994, at KDMC. She welcomed me (I came in mid year, and was very lost and confused) and helped me so very much. The ancient Greeks used to say that the Gods take early those they love. No consolation for her family, but that she was special, and gifted, and a source of love and care for so many, yes, that's a fact. My condolences.     

I just found out today of Dr. Selem’s passing.  As my daughter is now 10 and hasnt needed to go in for some time.   I called because  my daughter wasn’t feeling well this morning so she didn’t go to school. Dr Selem’s office was always really good at fitting us in same day if they could.   When I heard the news I immediately became saddened.  My daughter and I both loved her very much.  She was an awesome pediatrician.  She was so patient with me because as a first time mom I used to call her nonstop. She always told me what a great mother I was. She always went above and beyond and she treated my daughter like one of her children. We will miss her very much but her memory will live in our hearts forever.  She was always smiling. She always showed such great concern for all her patients.  Words can’t express what a wonderful person she was.  ....... we will miss you Dr. Selem 

I received a letter this past week to inform me of Dr Selem's passing. My heart instantly filled with sadness and disbelief.  She was so amazing and my children loved her so! Although they hated getting their fingers pricked, they loved talking and catching up with Dr Selem. The last time we saw her was in May I believe right before we moved to Oregon.  It was a last check up with her and a goodbye before we moved.  I am so thankful that we said our goodbyes before this happened. She will always hold a special place in our hearts. Love, light and healing for her family and wonderful staff.  We will miss you!

We are so sad to hear of her passing. Dr Selem was a wonderful pediatrician, so knowledgeable, full of warmth and care for her patients. She will be missed by our family.

Your smile will always be in my heart Dr Selem.  It meant "I care", "it is all ok" and "your child is safe in my hands". You radiated love and peacefulness. I am glad to have met you and I feel very sad about your passing. sincere condolences to your family. May you rest in peace. 


I just received a letter about the passing of Dr. Selem. I am so heartbroken. I was looking forward to seeing her. Dr Selem was the first person I saw after the delivery of my son Eric 11 years ago. I didn't know who she was but will never forget how caring and sweet she was. We fell in love with her and referred my friends to her.  
May God grant all of us peace. It will be hard to take my son to another Dr. Without thinking Dr. Selem. She will be missed much. 
Thanks for all your care and love Dr Selem. You sweet , caring , soft , patient and understanding voice will forever be cherished. 
RIP Dr. Selem!

Dear Dr Salem,  We didn't chose you to be our daughter's pediatrician, but I believe fate brought us together. You were assigned to help deliver our daughter Michaela by c-section. Fate! You were handed Michaela by my dr and before whisking her away, you brought her over for a kiss and assured me you would take care of her...you never faulted in her care. Michaela is now 15yo with a host of health issues, but you personally referred us to all her speciality doctors that care for her. Michaela & I bumped into you and your husband at Pacific City, Huntington Beach during the holidays. I gave you a big hug, and thanked you for everything, not knowing you were ill. Dr Sawsan Selem thank you for everything. I will always love you and be grateful of fate. I'm proud to have known you. Michaela loves you, always.

Dr. Selem holds a special place in our hearts. She was there since the birth of our daughter, and we looked forward to every checkup with her. Her sweet and gentle spirit made a lasting impact in our lives. We are deeply saddened to hear of her passing, but know that she was a strong woman of faith who is in a better place now. Our sincere condolences to her family and staff.

Thank you for the care you provided from the moment my baby girl was born. It didn't matter what time of day, you were always there for her and for me. You gave me comfort and peace of mind when I needed it. Thank you. You will be missed. I feel fortunate that you were part of our lives. Rest In Peace, Dr. Selem.

I knew you for seven years. I never took the opportunity to tell you how much you meant to us. We love you and will miss you tremendously. The memories we shared will never be forgotten. I wish I could articulate my emotions with words but it feels impossible. I am heartbroken and yet grateful that I knew you.

We Just heard the sad news. She was an amazing human being. Our two daughters were always excited to see her. She took care of them since birth. We always talked about Egypt and Ethiopia. May her soul rest in peace. Her smiling face will always shine on us. Thank you for everything Dr Selem. The Yonas Family.

Just an amazing human being.  Our family will miss her greatly.  I met her after the birth of my first child. She has been the doctor to both of my boys for 15 years. Patient and kind and so smart. GOD bless her and bless her family and friends. We miss her.

We are heartbroken to hear of your loss. When we moved to Long Beach and had our third child, Dr. Selem was the one who came to check on him in the hospital.  He's five now and we had an appointment with her November 2017.  I will miss the smiles they shared.  She was an angel on earth and we miss her.

My son, Destry, my daughter, Madeleine, my husband Chad and I are heartsick to hear this news.  She was a loving presence in our lives literally since the day my daughter was born. We all send our love and support to her family.

We were very saddened & devistated to hear about the loss of Dr.Selem.We have been going to her for 14 years.She knew our kids very well & was one of  the sweetest most kind hearted doctors we ever knew.We will miss her tremendously.Heaven gained another Angel.May she rest in peace.

Iam heartbroken I had known you for 13 yrs you were such a great pediatrician and friend to mmy 3 kids we will miss you dearly

I was calling Dr Selems office to make my daughter an appt but for some reason nobody answered so I googled her name and it was there when I read Dr Selem passed away. Iam so heart broken and Iam still in disbelief. Iam lost for words. May her beautiful,kind sweet heart RIP she will be missed greatly we love you Dr Selem

Dr. Selem will always be in our hearts! The years of care she provided to my two children were done by the best pediatrician ever. Our prayers are with her family during this difficult time. 

The Garcia Family

Dr. Selem,

 May your beautiful soul rest in peace. Thank you for caring for my kids the past 11 years. You will be in our hearts forever! Much blessings to your family <3

Dr.Selem, 
Thank you for 10yrs of excellent care to our babies, we are truely heart broken.  You will be greatly missed and forever remembered. May the Lord guide your family thru this terrible loss.

The Gonzalez Fam

Dr. Selem will always be remembered and will hold an important part in our family.  My 6 year old loved her very much and my 15 month old will get to know her as we remember her for the want she was, a wonderful and caring doctor!  Our thoughts and prayers are with family.

Thank you Dr. Selem for always being there for my family!

The Rodriguez Family

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Doctor Selem,
You have been with my family for over 10 years.  You've been on every emergency contact, on every school year check up making sure my babies are growing healthy to being part of our family cirlce.  We are saddened but hopeful some day we will meet again for the next check up.  We love you and will always keep you in our prayers.  Walden Family

Her face was the first face I saw when I woke up from anesthesia after I delivered my daughter 11 years ago. She is a very kind, caring doctor we will miss her. My daughter was really sad . We are deeply sorry for the family and staffs lost. God Bless her soul.

She was such a caring doctor. She will be greatly missed. 
"Our prayer to the family and staff."

Was an amazing doctor and taken too soon 
Thoughts and prayers are with her family and staff.

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Sawsan Fouad Selem

August 25, 1959 – December 9, 2017

Westminster Memorial Park

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