4.9
18 Ratings with 8 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Armin Afshar is an ophthalmologist who specializes in treating complex eye conditions, particularly eye cancers and retinal disorders. 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 18 years of experience in his field. He speaks English fluently.
Dr. Afshar practices at multiple locations throughout San Francisco, California, and maintains an affiliation with The University of Chicago Medicine. His clinical focus includes treating serious conditions such as eye cancer, intraocular melanoma, and retinoblastoma. He performs advanced diagnostic procedures including retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to provide comprehensive eye exams for his patients. Patients consistently rate his care highly, giving him an average rating of 4.9 …out of 5.
Read More Read less Dr. Afshar practices at multiple locations throughout San Francisco, California, and maintains an affiliation with The University of Chicago Medicine. His clinical focus includes treating serious conditions such as eye cancer, intraocular melanoma, and retinoblastoma. He performs advanced diagnostic procedures including retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to provide comprehensive eye exams for his patients. Patients consistently rate his care highly, giving him an average rating of 4.9 …out of 5.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 18 years of experience
- 40 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- UCSF
- 8 written reviews
- 1 award
- 1 specialty
- 9 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 4 office locations
- Male
Awards
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Office Locations
Dr. 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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| 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 | South San Francisco , CA | Pleasanton , CA |
| Med School: University of Illinois College of Medicine | Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences | Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine | Med School: Creighton University School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Armin Afshar
Medical Specialties
Dr. Armin Afshar has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Armin Afshar has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
18 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Fellowship
UCSF2015
Residency
University of Chicago Medical Center2012
AMITA Health Saint Francis Hospital2009
Medical School
University of Illinois College of MedicineGraduated in 2008
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- Where is Dr. Armin Afshar's office located?
- Dr. Armin Afshar's office is located at 490 Illinois Street, San Francisco, CA, 94158.
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- Dr. Armin Afshar speaks English.
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