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Armin Afshar
4.9 out of 5 (429)
Armin Afshar

Armin Afshar, MD, MBA

Ocular Oncology | Retina and Vitreous Diseases

Ocular Oncology Clinic
490 Illinois St.,
San Francisco, CA 94158
+2 more locations
(415) 353-2800
4.9 out of 5 (429)
Virtual visits available
4.9 out of 5 (429)
Virtual visits available
Ocular Oncology Clinic
490 Illinois St.,
San Francisco, CA 94158
+2 more locations
(415) 353-2800

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.

  • Board Certifications

    American Board of Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology

  • Fellowships

    UCSF, Ocular Oncology

    UCSF, Vitreoretinal Surgery

  • Residencies

    University of Chicago Hospitals, Ophthalmology

  • Internship

    AMITA Health Saint Francis Hospital, Transitional

  • Degree

    MD, University of Illinois School of Medicine

Where I see patients (3)

    My reviews

    4.9

    Overall Experience
    429 Ratings
    About our process
    Aug 24, 2025
    I feel fortunate to be cared for by this provider.
    Aug 21, 2025
    I am a 70 yo woman who has a complicated Eye history! Dr Afshar is the best MD I have ever worked with! So knowledgeable, compassionate, attentive and understanding. I wish all my Doctors were like him! He needs to be acknowledged!
    Aug 06, 2025
    Afshar is THE BEST, very fortunate to have him as my doctor!
    Aug 06, 2025
    Dr Ashfar is fantastic. I feel I am well informed, my situation thoroughly reviewed and in best care possible. He is an asset to UCSF and I am glad to have been referred to him. The rest of the staff were all professional and easy to deal with as well and the facility and cafeteria are first class. Thank you
    Jul 31, 2025
    Dr Afshar is exceptional.
    Jul 30, 2025
    All excellent
    Jul 30, 2025
    Made a scary situation much better
    Jul 10, 2025
    Very knowledge and experienced doctor.
    Jul 05, 2025
    Truly, one of the most caring, efficient physicians I deal with in the system
    Jul 04, 2025
    Dr. Afshar was very thorough and reassuring of his findings.
    Jul 02, 2025
    Dr. Ashfar and the entire staff have ALWAYS been ready to help and care for everyone. I have seen it, felt it, lived it.
    Jul 02, 2025
    Gold Standard
    Jun 22, 2025
    Dr. Afshar is very easy to talk with. He listens carefully and provides quality advice.
    Jun 11, 2025
    Dr Ashfar is excellent, thorough, and caring. I completely trust him and feel lucky to have found him.
    Jun 04, 2025
    Dr. Afshar and his staff are great professionals
    May 29, 2025
    Dr. Afshar was patient and answered all my questions. He did not keep me waiting and was prompt in giving my the diagnosis. He offed follow up suggestions.
    May 28, 2025
    I have received excellent, kind care from everyone. Am especially grateful to Dr. Afshar and Dr. Eder for their expertise and wonderful care.
    May 14, 2025
    Doctor and care providers Couldn't be better
    May 08, 2025
    Would recommend this care provider but warn about excessive delays.
    Apr 23, 2025
    Outstanding!
    Mar 26, 2025
    Superb
    Mar 19, 2025
    Afshar is very attentive and always open to listen to our concerns. Very supportive!
    Mar 19, 2025
    Dr Afshar is super on every level!
    Mar 05, 2025
    There was an arrogance with these providers that was extremely off putting.
    Mar 03, 2025
    My usual great experience with all of Dr. Afshar's tech's and associates.
    Feb 26, 2025
    Dr. Afshar is very conscientious and informative. The fellow (did not catch her name) was also very good.
    Feb 14, 2025
    Drs Eder and Afshar are amazing.
    Feb 06, 2025
    Dr. Afshar is amazing. Thorough, extremely knowledgeable, friendly and caring and truly listens to what you're saying.
    Jan 15, 2025
    Dr. Afshar is great surgeon, clinician, and communicator
    Jan 10, 2025
    Excellent doctor
    Dec 20, 2024
    Buena
    Dec 18, 2024
    Everything perfect
    Dec 11, 2024
    Dr Afshar is an excellent physician.
    Dec 07, 2024
    The care providers explained things to my in layman's terms and I felt at ease. They cared about me.
    Dec 04, 2024
    Dr. Ashfar is always great to see; friendly and informative; received good news from my exam! The women Ann, Jenny and Kelly were also excellent!
    Nov 15, 2024
    Dr. Afshar is amazing - he is always present and empathetic and truly lovely.
    Nov 06, 2024
    I received professional, courteous and efficient service throughout this appointment. We were very pleased and impressed.
    Nov 01, 2024
    I have worked with Dr.Afshar 3+ years - ALWAYS OUTSTANDING!
    Oct 11, 2024
    Great service. Highly recommend .
    Oct 02, 2024
    Dr. Afshar is a highly skilled retinal surgeon and I would strongly recommend him to family and friends
    Oct 02, 2024
    I love Dr Afshar..He is wonderful
    Sep 23, 2024
    Dr Afshar included me not only in reviewing treatment options, but in assessing therapeutic benefits and risks underlying the decisions and reviewing my imaging data and examination findings with me
    Sep 19, 2024
    I am pleased to receive such high quality of care.
    Sep 15, 2024
    Although Dr Afshar seemed rushed and not terribly interested in me, I value his direct comments and I trust his assessment of my situation. I am well aware that some physicians may not have great bedside manners; as long as I trust their knowledge, I can get past that.
    Sep 06, 2024
    Dr. Afshar was great, but I could not recommend him given the terrible scheduling process.
    Aug 30, 2024
    Dr Afshar is the Best Doctor I have ever had the privilege to work with! He is consistently respectful, kind, informative and always includes me in my own Care Plan.
    Aug 10, 2024
    As I shared in my initial comments.. Dr Afshar and staff nothing short of excellent ..
    Aug 07, 2024
    I saw several people, they all provided excellent service and were on point with their care. I felt I was in good hands.
    Jul 17, 2024
    Dr Afshar is great!
    Jul 09, 2024
    Great doctor.
    Jul 05, 2024
    Dr Afshar is excellent
    Jun 19, 2024
    My experience with every member of the medical staff was great. Dr. Afshar is a super doctor.
    May 12, 2024
    I found Dr. Armin A. exceptionally clear in his description of my medical situation. Efficient in his discussion, friendly, and an Inspiring Individual.
    Apr 19, 2024
    He has been a very caring and knowledgeable physician. He has been very honest and upfront with his condition and progress for healing. He Listens and answer all of our questions and we both understand.
    Apr 12, 2024
    Once we finally reached the doctor- he was very good
    Mar 30, 2024
    Listened attentively to my questions and gave me clear answers.
    Mar 22, 2024
    Questions answered completely, satisfactorily. Doctor made alll information understandable.
    Mar 08, 2024
    Dr. Afshar provides monthly Intra vitreal injections and consistently Implements good technique & pain control whereby the actual injection often goes unnoticed. I no longer fear injections.
    Mar 07, 2024
    Dr. Afshar is always very personable, kind and a great listener! He always apologizes if he's running behind.
    Dec 22, 2023
    Dr. Ashar provides excellent care by explaining what he sees on scans as well as solutions with risks and benefits
    Dec 13, 2023
    Dr. Afshar is awesome
    Dec 13, 2023
    Dr. Afshar is excellent and had provide great care for my ocular melanoma!
    Dec 13, 2023
    Dr. Afshar is a great and valuable asset to the clinic. Experienced, brilliant physician and a fine human being.
    Dec 06, 2023
    I have had 3 surgeries with Dr Afshar - could not have had any better experiences.
    Dec 06, 2023
    Dr. Ashfar is great. Ez to understand and a pro. Glad he is my doctor.
    Dec 03, 2023
    He was patient, clear, and thorough with his explanations.
    Dec 01, 2023
    Dr. Afshar is the best. Period. Expert, friendly, communicates clearly and well.
    Nov 29, 2023
    Dr. Afshar is kind, well informed, patient, an excellent listener and very good at explaining things. Could not want a better care provider!
    Nov 22, 2023
    Great care & was in great hands.
    Nov 10, 2023
    However, on the instructions for my eye drops said LEFT eye and my problem eye is my RIGHT eye.
    Nov 08, 2023
    I would highly recommend Dr. Afshar. He was all of the above and more!
    Oct 25, 2023
    Dr. Afshar was outstanding! Most thorough exam I have ever had. He was thoroughly Informed of my condition and previous treatments. His advice was very helpful.

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