4.3
30 Ratings with 21 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Aziz Khanifar is an ophthalmologist who specializes in treating conditions affecting the retina and back of the eye. He earned his medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California and brings 24 years of experience to his practice. Dr. Khanifar is fluent in both English and Spanish, helping him communicate effectively with a diverse patient population.
Dr. Khanifar maintains his primary affiliation with MedStar Washington Hospital Center and practices at multiple locations throughout the Washington, D.C. area, including Silver Spring, Rockville, Clinton, and Washington. His expertise focuses on diabetic eye disease and diabetic retinopathy, conditions that can seriously affect vision in patients with diabetes. He also treats posterior vitreous detachment, a common age-related eye condition. Dr. Khanifar performs comprehensive eye exams and uses advanced diagnostic tools like retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to detect and …monitor retinal problems. Patients rate him 4.3 out of 5 stars on average.
Read More Read less Dr. Khanifar maintains his primary affiliation with MedStar Washington Hospital Center and practices at multiple locations throughout the Washington, D.C. area, including Silver Spring, Rockville, Clinton, and Washington. His expertise focuses on diabetic eye disease and diabetic retinopathy, conditions that can seriously affect vision in patients with diabetes. He also treats posterior vitreous detachment, a common age-related eye condition. Dr. Khanifar performs comprehensive eye exams and uses advanced diagnostic tools like retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to detect and …monitor retinal problems. Patients rate him 4.3 out of 5 stars on average.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 24 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California
- 21 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 9 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 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. Aziz Alexander Khanifar has 5 locationsThe Retina Group Of Washington Pllc
8630 Fenton St Ste 410Silver Spring, MD 20910 Tel: (301) 565-2537
Mon8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Montgomery Surgery Center
46 W Gude DrRockville, MD 20850 Tel: (301) 424-6901
Mon6:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue6:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed6:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu6:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri6:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
The Retina Group Of Washington Pllc
9131 Piscataway Rd Ste 500Clinton, MD 20735 Tel: (301) 868-8747
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
The Retina Group Of Washington Pllc
660 Pennsylvania Ave SE Ste 200Washington, DC 20003Mon8:30 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
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| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 24 Years of Experience | 28 Years of Experience | 32 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | |
| Silver Spring , MD | Winchester , VA | Laurel , MD | Arlington , VA |
| Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California | Med School: West Virginia University School Of Medicine | Med School: Loma Linda University in California | Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Aziz Alexander Khanifar has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Aziz Alexander Khanifar has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
24 Years Experience
Dr. Aziz Alexander Khanifar holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of Maryland and District Of Columbia.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Maryland that expires in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of District Of Columbia that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California in 2002.
NPI Number
Dr. Khanifar's NPI number is 1053327445.
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- Where is Dr. Aziz Khanifar's office located?
- Dr. Aziz Khanifar's office is located at 8630 Fenton St Ste 410, Silver Spring, MD, 20910.
- What languages does Dr. Aziz Khanifar speak?
- Dr. Aziz Khanifar speaks English and Spanish.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Aziz Khanifar affiliated with?
- Dr. Aziz Khanifar is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center.
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