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19 Ratings with 9 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Armin Afshar is an ophthalmologist who specializes in treating complex retinal conditions and eye cancers. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed his residency training at both AMITA Health Saint Francis Hospital and the University of Chicago Medical Center. Dr. Afshar furthered his expertise through a fellowship at UCSF in 2015, building on 18 years of clinical experience. He speaks English with his patients.
Dr. Afshar practices at The University of Chicago Medicine and provides care at multiple locations throughout San Francisco, California. His clinical focus includes treating eye cancer and age-related macular degeneration, conditions that require specialized expertise in retinal care. He performs advanced diagnostic procedures such as retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to evaluate eye health. Patients consistently rate Dr. Afshar highly for his care, with an average rating of 5.0.
Dr. Afshar practices at The University of Chicago Medicine and provides care at multiple locations throughout San Francisco, California. His clinical focus includes treating eye cancer and age-related macular degeneration, conditions that require specialized expertise in retinal care. He performs advanced diagnostic procedures such as retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to evaluate eye health. Patients consistently rate Dr. Afshar highly for his care, with an average rating of 5.0.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 18 years of experience
- 40 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- UCSF
- 9 written reviews
- 1 award
- 1 specialty
- 9 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 4 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Armin Afshar has 4 locationsRetina and Vitreous Clinic
490 Illinois StreetSan Francisco, CA 94158 Tel: (415) 353-2020
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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| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 18 Years of Experience | 34 Years of Experience | 21 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish, Hindi | ||
| San Francisco , CA | San Jose , CA | San Francisco , CA | Union City , CA |
| Med School: University of Illinois College of Medicine | Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences | Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Armin Afshar
Medical Specialties
Armin Afshar has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Armin Afshar has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
18 Years Experience
Armin Afshar holds an active medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at UCSF in 2015.
Residency
Completed their residency at University of Chicago Medical Center in 2012 and AMITA Health Saint Francis Hospital in 2009.
Medical School
Graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 2008.
NPI Number
Armin Afshar's NPI number is 1063742161.
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- Armin Afshar is affiliated with The University Of Chicago Medicine.
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