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Armin Afshar, MD, MBA
Ocular Oncology • Retina and Vitreous Diseases- Telehealth Visits
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Armin Afshar, MD, MBA
Ocular Oncology • Retina and Vitreous Diseases- Telehealth Visits
- Insurance plan information
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About me
Dr. Armin Afshar is an ophthalmologist who specializes in treating eye tumors and disorders of the retina and vitreous (the gel-like substance at the back of the eye). He has special expertise in managing ocular surface tumors of the conjunctiva and cornea, as well as intraocular tumors involving the iris, ciliary body, choroid, retina, vitreous or optic nerve.
Afshar's research focuses on genetic analysis of uveal melanomas and on improving treatments for retinoblastoma.
Afshar earned his bachelor of science and medical degree in the accelerated honors medical program at the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago. He also earned a master of business administration degree at the University of Chicago. He completed a residency in ophthalmology at the University of Chicago and fellowships in vitreoretinal surgery and ocular oncology at UCSF. He also earned a master of applied science degree in epidemiology and biostatistics at UCSF.
Afshar is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology, American Society of Retina Specialists, American Association of Ophthalmic Oncologists and Pathologists, and International Society of Ocular Oncology.
Education & training
Board certification
- Ophthalmology, American Board of Ophthalmology
Fellowship
- Ocular Oncology, UCSF School of Medicine -GME
- Vitreoretinal Surgery, UCSF School of Medicine -GME
Residency
- Ophthalmology, University of Chicago Hospitals
Internship
- Transitional, St Francis Hospital - Evanston
Degree
- MD, University of Illinois School of Medicine-Chicago
Academic title
- Clinical Professor
My expertise
Specialties
- Ocular Oncology
- Retina and Vitreous Diseases
- Pediatric Ophthalmology
Locations
My research
Publications
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- May 26, 20265 out of 5 Stars
This was the first time I needed to visit UCSF MIssion Bay. I was very impressed with all the employees I had contact with.
- May 14, 20265 out of 5 Stars
Dr Afshar is the best doctor I have ever interacted with. I only wish I would have chosen him & UCSF when the original tumor was found. I am certain that I would not be experiencing a recurrence and if I did it would not have been mishandled. He is a true physician scientist who knows both all clinical and scientific aspects of his chosen field. He is a star. I am fortunate to be able to depend on his expert advice.
- May 12, 20265 out of 5 Stars
Dr Afshar and the entire team are top notch. They are smart, professional, engaging, and friendly. Every person I've Interacted with in this unit the past three years has been truly stellar. Thank you, Dr Afshar and team, for treating me so well and with so much kindness, respect and humanity.
- May 12, 20265 out of 5 Stars
Dr. Afshar is the best!
- May 6, 20265 out of 5 Stars
Dr Afshar is such a compassionate, caring doctor
- April 22, 20265 out of 5 Stars
Dr Afshar and his staff especially Kelly are a phenomenal team
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