Oncology

Armin Afshar, M.D.

Ocular Oncology

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 bache

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Ophthalmology

Education & Training

Fellowship: UCSF Graduate Medical Education (2015)
Fellowship: UCSF Graduate Medical Education (2014)
Residency: University of Chicago Hospitals (2012)
Internship: St Francis Hospital - Evanston (2009)
Medical School: University of Illinois School of Medicine-Chicago (2008)

Years in Practice

18+ years

Peer Recognition

Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Medical Oncology

Conditions & Treatments

Ocular OncologyMelanoma

Insurance(s) Accepted

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Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

UCSF Medical Center

Conditions Dr. Afshar treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Afshar accept Aetna insurance?

Armin Afshar's public profile lists Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Blue Cross Blue Shield plus 7 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Afshar practice?

Armin Afshar practices in San Francisco, CA with hospital affiliations including UCSF Medical Center.

What does Dr. Afshar specialize in?

Armin Afshar is a board-certified oncology specialist with focus areas in Medical Oncology.

How long has Dr. Afshar been practicing?

Armin Afshar has 18+ years of clinical experience in oncology.

What is Dr. Afshar's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Fellowship: UCSF Graduate Medical Education (2015); Fellowship: UCSF Graduate Medical Education (2014); Residency: University of Chicago Hospitals (2012).