4.7
21 Ratings with 7 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Aref Rifai treats age-related macular degeneration and glaucoma, and performs retinal imaging, optical coherence tomography, and anti-VEGF treatment. He has practiced ophthalmology for 37 years and is affiliated with USA Health University Hospital, Baptist Hospital, Sacred Heart Hospital Pensacola, and HCA Florida West Hospital.
He earned his medical degree from the University of Aleppo Faculty of Medicine and sees patients in Pensacola, Florida, and Mobile, Alabama. He speaks Arabic. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Rifai 4.71 out of 5.
He earned his medical degree from the University of Aleppo Faculty of Medicine and sees patients in Pensacola, Florida, and Mobile, Alabama. He speaks Arabic. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Rifai 4.71 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 37 years of experience
- speaks Arabic
- University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine
- 7 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 17 areas of expertise
- 5 hospital affiliations
- 5 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Aref Rifai has 5 locationsUsa Health Strada Patient Care Center
1601 Center StMobile, AL 36604 Tel: (251) 434-3711
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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| Dr. Aref Rifai, MD | Dr. Gayla Denae Rowland, MD | Dr. David Thornhill Casey, MD | Dr. Winfried Harro Hansen, MD |
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 37 Years of Experience | 26 Years of Experience | 62 Years of Experience | 58 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Arabic | Speaks English | Speaks English, French | Speaks English, German, Spanish |
| Pensacola , FL | Crestview , FL | Pensacola , FL | Pensacola , FL |
| Med School: University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine | Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine | Med School: Hahnemann University School Of Medicine | Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Aref Rifai
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Aref Rifai has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Aref Rifai has the following 17 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
37 Years Experience
Dr. Aref Rifai holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of Alabama and Florida.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Alabama that expired in 2025 and an active medical license in the state of Florida that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine in 1989.
NPI Number
Dr. Rifai's NPI number is 1265428270.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Aref Rifai affiliated with?
- Dr. Aref Rifai is affiliated with Usa Health University Hospital, Baptist Hospital, Sacred Heart Hospital Pensacola, Hca Florida West Hospital, and Baptist Hospital.
- Does Dr. Aref Rifai accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Aref Rifai accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Does Dr. Aref Rifai accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Aref Rifai has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- What languages does Dr. Aref Rifai speak?
- Dr. Aref Rifai speaks Arabic.
- Is Dr. Aref Rifai accepting new patients?
- Dr. Aref Rifai is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Aref Rifai's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
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