Summary

Dr. Amde Shifera is an ophthalmologist with expertise in internal medicine and surgery who has been practicing for 37 years. He earned his medical degree from Addis Ababa University Faculty of Medicine and brings extensive experience to his specialized eye care practice. Dr. Shifera is fluent in English and offers comprehensive ophthalmologic services to his patients.

Dr. Shifera practices at several respected medical centers, including Strong Memorial Hospital and the University of Rochester Medical Center in Rochester, New York, as well as Johns Hopkins Wilmer Eye Institute locations in Baltimore, Maryland and Nottingham, Maryland. He specializes in treating glaucoma and iritis, conditions that can significantly impact vision when left untreated. His practice includes advanced diagnostic procedures such as retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography, along with comprehensive eye examinations. Patients have given him an average rating of 2.2 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.2
  • 37 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Addis Ababa University Faculty Of Medicine
  • 3 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Amde Selassie Shifera has 6 locations

Strong Memorial Hospital

601 Elmwood Ave Fl 5Rochester, NY 14642

University Of Rochester Medical Center

601 Elmwood Ave Ste 704Rochester, NY 14642

Dr. Amde Selassie Shifera

600 N. Wolfe Street Wilmer Eye InstituteBaltimore, MD 21287

Johns Hopkins Wilmer Eye Institute - White Marsh

4924 Campbell Blvd Ste 100Nottingham, MD 21236

Strong Memorial Hospital

601 Elmwood AveRochester, NY 14642

Flaum Eye Institute

45 Liberty St Ste 3Batavia, NY 14020
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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37 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Rochester , NYBellmore , NYBellmore , NYHarrisburg , PA
Med School: Addis Ababa University Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Amde Selassie Shifera

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Amde Selassie Shifera has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Amde Selassie Shifera has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • General Surgery
  • Internal Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Addis Ababa University Faculty Of MedicineGraduated in 1989

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Amde Shifera affiliated with?
Dr. Amde Shifera is affiliated with Adventhealth Zephyrhills, United Memorial Medical Center, Adventhealth Wesley Chapel, and STRONG URMC.
Where is Dr. Amde Shifera's office located?
Dr. Amde Shifera's office is located at 601 Elmwood Ave Fl 5, Rochester, NY, 14642.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Amde Shifera?
You can find contact information for Dr. Amde Shifera here on Vitals.
What languages does Dr. Amde Shifera speak?
Dr. Amde Shifera speaks English.
Does Dr. Amde Shifera accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Amde Shifera accepts on their Vitals profile.

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