Summary

Dr. Arpenik Avakian is an ophthalmologist who specializes in retinal conditions and disorders affecting the back of the eye. She earned her medical degree from Yerevan State Medical University Named For Mkhitar Heratsi and completed her residency at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. With 43 years of clinical experience, Dr. Avakian brings extensive expertise to treating complex eye conditions. She is fluent in both Russian and English.

Dr. Avakian practices at UW Medical Center Northwest in Seattle and Swedish Edmonds Hospital in Edmonds, Washington. Her clinical focus includes treating age-related macular degeneration, retinal detachment, and diabetic retinopathy. She performs retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to diagnose and monitor eye conditions. Patients have given Dr. Avakian an average rating of 4.0 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 43 years of experience
  • speaks Russian, English
  • Southern Illinois University School of M
  • 12 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Arpenik Avakian has 3 locations

Retina Eyecare Pllc

21616 76th Ave W Ste 104Edmonds, WA 98026
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Uw Medical Center Northwest

1550 N 115th StSeattle, WA 98133

Swedish Edmonds Hospital

21601 76th Ave WEdmonds, WA 98026

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Accepts New Patients
43 Years of Experience 33 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Russian, English
Edmonds , WABellevue , WASeattle , WASeattle , WA
Med School: Yerevan State Medical University Named For Mkhitar Heratsi Med School: Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Arpenik Avakian

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Arpenik Avakian has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Arpenik Avakian has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Newborn Medicine (Neonatology)
  • Other
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

Dr. Arpenik Avakian holds an expired medical license in the state of Washington.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Washington that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Southern Illinois University School of M.

Medical School

Graduated from Yerevan State Medical University Named For Mkhitar Heratsi in 1983.

NPI Number

Dr. Avakian's NPI number is 1073627519.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Arpenik Avakian's office located?
Dr. Arpenik Avakian's office is located at 21616 76th Ave W Ste 104, Edmonds, WA, 98026.
Is Dr. Arpenik Avakian accepting new patients?
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What languages does Dr. Arpenik Avakian speak?
Dr. Arpenik Avakian speaks Russian and English.
Does Dr. Arpenik Avakian accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Arpenik Avakian accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Arpenik Avakian accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Arpenik Avakian has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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