Overview
Dr. Shahbazi was raised in East Tennessee and joined the Johnson City Eye Clinic in 1990. Following his internship at Baptist Hospital in Memphis, he completed his ophthalmology residency at Vanderbilt University followed by a glaucoma fellowship at the University of Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary in Chicago, IL. Dr. Shahbazi is a board-certified medical doctor of the American Board of Ophthalmology and serves as a clinical assistant professor of surgery at the Quillen College of Medicine at E.T.S.U. He is licensed to practice medicine and surgery in Tennessee, and his special interests include the medical and surgical management of glaucoma including anti-metabolite surgery, tube shunt surgery, and cyclo-ablation procedures.
Dr. Shahbazi is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Bell's Palsy, Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy, and Interstitial Keratitis.
Dr. Shahbazi is board certified in American Academy Of Ophthalmology.
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Locations
110 Med Tech Pkwy, Ste 1, Johnson City, TN 37604
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Shahbazi has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michael F. Shahbazi
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael F. Shahbazi?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael F. Shahbazi by calling their office at 423-929-2111. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Michael F. Shahbazi a top-rated expert for Glaucoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael F. Shahbazi is classified as an Advanced expert for Glaucoma, 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. Michael F. Shahbazi specialize in?
While Dr. Michael F. Shahbazi is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Glaucoma, Bell's Palsy, and Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Michael F. Shahbazi accept my insurance?
Dr. Michael F. Shahbazi accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 423-929-2111 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- GlaucomaDr. Shahbazi isAdvanced. Learn about Glaucoma.
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- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Shahbazi isExperienced. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- Bell's PalsyDr. Shahbazi isExperienced. Learn about Bell's Palsy.
- BlepharitisDr. Shahbazi isExperienced. Learn about Blepharitis.
- Cone DystrophyDr. Shahbazi isExperienced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Shahbazi isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Eyelid BumpDr. Shahbazi isExperienced. Learn about Eyelid Bump.