Expertise in
8
conditions
Expertise in
8
conditions
8630 Fenton St, 1104, 
Silver Spring, MD 

Overview

Aziz Khanifar is an Ophthalmologist in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Khanifar is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Neuroretinitis, and Vitrectomy.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 8 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

University Of Southern California

Residency

Vanderbilt University Eye Institute Training Specialty: Ophthalmology 7/1/2003 - 6/30/2006

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in DC

Fellowships

Weill Cornell Medical College Training Specialty: Vitreoretinal Surgery 7/1/2008 - 6/30/2010
Duke University Hospital Training Specialty: Medical Retina and Research 7/1/2006 - 7/31/2008

Hospital Affiliations

Inova Fair Oaks Hospital

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Gender

Male

Insurance

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

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Innovation Health
  • HMO
Johns Hopkins Healthcare
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Kaiser Permanente
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

8630 Fenton St, 1104, Silver Spring, MD 20910
Other Locations
8270 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr, 600, Fairfax, VA 22031
Retina Group of Washington - Clinton
9131 Piscataway Rd, 500, Clinton, MD 20735

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.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Aziz A. Khanifar

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Aziz A. Khanifar?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Aziz A. Khanifar by calling their office at 301-495-2359. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Aziz A. Khanifar a top-rated expert for Diabetic Retinopathy?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Aziz A. Khanifar is classified as an Advanced expert for Diabetic Retinopathy, 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. Aziz A. Khanifar specialize in?

While Dr. Aziz A. Khanifar is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Diabetic Retinopathy, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Aziz A. Khanifar participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Aziz A. Khanifar has published 8 articles and abstracts on conditions like Diabetic Retinopathy. You can view a list of Dr. Aziz A. Khanifar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Aziz A. Khanifar accept my insurance?

Dr. Aziz A. Khanifar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 301-495-2359 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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