Expertise in
1
conditions
Expertise in
1
conditions
Select Specialty Hospital-Danville
100 N Academy Ave, 
Danville, PA 

Overview

Ali Tafreshi is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Danville, Pennsylvania.

Dr. Tafreshi is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Rathke Cleft Cyst, Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak, Lymphadenectomy, and Laminectomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 66 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials.

Specialties

Neurosurgery

Licenses

Neurological Surgery in PA

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Geisinger
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO

Locations

Select Specialty Hospital-Danville
100 N Academy Ave, Danville, PA 17822

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


3 Clinical Trials

Randomised Phase 3 Trial of Enzalutamide in First Line Androgen Deprivation Therapy for Metastatic Prostate Cancer: ENZAMET
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ali R. Tafreshi

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ali R. Tafreshi?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Ali R. Tafreshi by calling their office at 570-271-6211. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Ali R. Tafreshi a top-rated expert for Ocular Hypertension (OHT)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ali R. Tafreshi is classified as an Advanced expert for Ocular Hypertension (OHT), 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 R. Tafreshi specialize in?

While Dr. Ali R. Tafreshi is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Lymphadenectomy, and Rathke Cleft Cyst. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.

Does Dr. Ali R. Tafreshi participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Ali R. Tafreshi has published 65 articles and abstracts on conditions like Ocular Hypertension (OHT). You can view a list of Dr. Ali R. Tafreshi's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Ali R. Tafreshi accept my insurance?

Dr. Ali R. Tafreshi accepts most major insurance plans, including Cigna and Geisinger. We recommend calling the office directly at 570-271-6211 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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