Summary

Dr. Amde Shifera is an ophthalmologist with expertise in internal medicine and surgery. He earned his medical degree from Addis Ababa University Faculty of Medicine and brings 37 years of experience to his practice. Dr. Shifera speaks English and focuses on comprehensive eye care with specialized knowledge in multiple medical disciplines.

Dr. Shifera is affiliated with several healthcare institutions 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 and Nottingham, Maryland. He treats conditions such as glaucoma and iritis, with particular experience in open-angle glaucoma cases. His practice includes performing retinal imaging, optical coherence tomography, and comprehensive eye examinations. Patients have given Dr. Shifera an average rating of 2.2 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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2.2 
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37 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Rochester , NYBellmore , NYBellmore , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Addis Ababa University Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
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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

Dr. Amde Selassie Shifera holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Addis Ababa University Faculty Of Medicine in 1989.

NPI Number

Dr. Shifera's NPI number is 1093031486.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Amde Selassie Shifera's office located?
Dr. Amde Selassie Shifera's office is located at 601 Elmwood Ave Fl 5, Rochester, NY, 14642.
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