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Mehran (Ron) Taban M.D. is a distinguished ophthalmologist specializing in medical and surgical management of the retina and macula in the greater Los Angeles area. A Board Certified Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, he is a Summa Cum Laude graduate of UCLA; then graduated at the top of his medical school class at the University of California Irvine, achieving status in Alpha Omega Honor Medical Society. Dr. Taban has undergone rigorous ophthalmology training, including residency at the world-renowned Cleveland Clinic, being appointed as the Chief Resident, followed by vitreoretinal fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic in surgical and medical retina. He has been awarded the highest awards in the field of vitreoretinal disease, including Heed Fellowship award, Retina Society Fellowship award, and the prestigious and exclusive Ronald G. Michels Fellowship Foundation award. He has also been voted to the Super Doctors, Rising Stars for 2013 and 2014.Dr. Taban has performed thousands of vitreoretinal lasers and surgeries. His expertise and interests include complex retinal detachments, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, ocular trauma, retinal vein occlusion, intraocular hemorrhage, and uveitis.Dr. Taban has a strong interest in retinal research and has published over 50 original articles and book chapters in top-tiered journals. He is a notable journal reviewer for Ophthalmology and British Journal of Ophthalmology and a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) and American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS).Outside of work, Dr. Taban enjoys catching up with family and friends as well as studying history, hiking and jogging. EMAIL: DrTaban@mrvcenter.comAt the Macula Retina Vitreous Center, we treat a wide variety of eye conditions affecting the retina, macula and vitreous. We are here to help you.
Dr. Taban is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Retinal Detachment, Diabetic Retinopathy, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Vitrectomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Retina Vitreous Associates Medical Group
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Mehran Taban
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Mehran Taban?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Mehran Taban by calling their office at 213-747-9090. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Mehran Taban a top-rated expert for Retinal Detachment?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Mehran Taban is classified as an Distinguished expert for Retinal Detachment, 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. Mehran Taban specialize in?
While Dr. Mehran Taban is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Retinal Detachment, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Mehran Taban participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Mehran Taban has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Retinal Detachment. You can view a list of Dr. Mehran Taban's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Mehran Taban accept my insurance?
Dr. Mehran Taban accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 213-747-9090 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Distinguished
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Taban isDistinguished. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Taban isDistinguished. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Kallikrein HypertensionDr. Taban isDistinguished. Learn about Kallikrein Hypertension.
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Taban isDistinguished. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- Retinal Artery OcclusionDr. Taban isDistinguished. Learn about Retinal Artery Occlusion.
- Retinal DetachmentDr. Taban isDistinguished. Learn about Retinal Detachment.
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- Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD)
- CataractDr. Taban isAdvanced. Learn about Cataract.
- Central Serous Chorioretinopathy
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Taban isAdvanced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- Dry Eye SyndromeDr. Taban isAdvanced. Learn about Dry Eye Syndrome.
- EndophthalmitisDr. Taban isAdvanced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
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- AmblyopiaDr. Taban isExperienced. Learn about Amblyopia.
- Bell's PalsyDr. Taban isExperienced. Learn about Bell's Palsy.
- ColobomaDr. Taban isExperienced. Learn about Coloboma.
- Coloboma of IrisDr. Taban isExperienced. Learn about Coloboma of Iris.
- Coloboma of Optic NerveDr. Taban isExperienced. Learn about Coloboma of Optic Nerve.
- Coloboma of Optic PapillaDr. Taban isExperienced. Learn about Coloboma of Optic Papilla.