Overview
Dr. Ali Mahtabifard is a UCI Health surgeon who is board-certified in general and cardiothoracic surgery. He specializes in minimally invasive thoracic surgery, and is an expert in leading-edge treatments for lung cancer and lung metastases, esophageal cancer, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating), as well as mediastinal, chest wall and airway disorders.He earned his medical degree from New York Medical College in Valhalla, N.Y. He completed a general surgery internship at St. Vincent’s Hospital and Medical Center of New York, followed by a general surgery residency at Boston’s Massachusetts General Hospital, an affiliate of Harvard Medical School. He completed a two-year research fellowship in thoracic oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York City and a cardiothoracic fellowship at UC Davis, followed by a fellowship in advanced and minimally invasive thoracic surgery at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles.Mahtabifard provides his patients with the most advanced and effective treatments. His research has been published in numerous peer-reviewed journals. He also has made presentations at numerous meetings, including those sponsored by the American Association for Thoracic Surgery. He is co-editor of the medical textbook,Atlas of Minimally Invasive Thoracic Surgery (VATS), for which he has written several chapters. The textbook offers step-by-step instructions in the latest minimally invasive thoracic surgery techniques, which bring faster recovery and improved patient outcomes.He sees patients atUCI Medical Centerin Orange.
Dr. Mahtabifard is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Endoscopy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.
Dr. Mahtabifard is board certified in American Board Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles.
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101 The City Drive South, Building 29, Orange, CA 92868
101 The City Drive South, Building 23, Orange, CA 92868
19208 Jamboree Road, Irvine, CA 92612
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ali Mahtabifard
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ali Mahtabifard?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ali Mahtabifard by calling their office at 714-880-7812. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ali Mahtabifard a top-rated expert for Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ali Mahtabifard is classified as an Advanced expert for Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Ali Mahtabifard specialize in?
While Dr. Ali Mahtabifard is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Ali Mahtabifard participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ali Mahtabifard has published 5 articles and abstracts on conditions like Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma. You can view a list of Dr. Ali Mahtabifard's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ali Mahtabifard accept my insurance?
Dr. Ali Mahtabifard accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Shield of California and Health Net. We recommend calling the office directly at 714-880-7812 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Mahtabifard isAdvanced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- Lung CancerDr. Mahtabifard isAdvanced. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Mediastinal TumorDr. Mahtabifard isAdvanced. Learn about Mediastinal Tumor.
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaDr. Mahtabifard isAdvanced. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
- Squamous Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Mahtabifard isAdvanced. Learn about Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma.
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- Acquired TracheomalaciaDr. Mahtabifard isExperienced. Learn about Acquired Tracheomalacia.
- Adrenal Gland AdenomaDr. Mahtabifard isExperienced. Learn about Adrenal Gland Adenoma.
- Advanced BronchoscopyDr. Mahtabifard isExperienced. Learn about Advanced Bronchoscopy.
- Collapsed LungDr. Mahtabifard isExperienced. Learn about Collapsed Lung.
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Mahtabifard isExperienced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- EndoscopyDr. Mahtabifard isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.