Summary

Dr. Medhi Shaff is a board-certified ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care and surgery. He earned his medical degree from the University of Oklahoma Health Science Center, where he also completed his internship in 1994. Dr. Shaff further advanced his expertise through a fellowship at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in 1998. With 33 years of experience in ophthalmology, he provides care to patients in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Shaff practices at the Shaaf Eye Center in Rancho Mirage, California, and maintains hospital privileges at Desert Regional Medical Center. He focuses on treating common eye conditions including cataracts, glaucoma, and dry eye syndrome. His practice offers comprehensive eye exams, dilated eye examinations, and advanced retinal imaging services. Patients have given Dr. Shaff an average rating of 4.5 stars for his care and expertise.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 33 years of experience
  • 47 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
  • 92 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 4 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Shaaf Eye Center

40055 Bob Hope Dr,Suite J Suite JRancho Mirage, CA 92270
Mon8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.5 
33 Years of Experience
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Rancho Mirage , CATemecula , CAEl Centro , CAEl Centro , CA
Med School: University of Oklahoma Health Science Center Med School: Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, MI Med School: Washington University in St. Louis Med School: Keck School of Medicine of USC
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Medhi Shaff

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CDPHP
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Physicians Mutual
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sierra Health and Life
  • State Farm
  • Tricare
  • Tricare - Medicare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Medhi Shaff has the following 4 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Medhi Shaff has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • General Surgeon
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery
  • Ophthalmologist
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

Medhi Shaff 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 University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in 1998.

Internship

Completed their internship at University of Oklahoma Health Science Center in 1994.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Oklahoma Health Science Center in 1993.

NPI Number

Medhi Shaff's NPI number is 1952476004.

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What languages does Medhi Shaff speak?
Medhi Shaff speaks English and Spanish.
Which hospitals is Medhi Shaff affiliated with?
Medhi Shaff is affiliated with Desert Regional Medical Center.
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