Overview
Dr. Mohammad Riazi Esfahani is a UCI Health ophthalmologist who specializes in vitreoretinal surgery and the management of vitreoretinal diseases.His clinical interests include diabetic retinopathy, diabetic macular edema, age-related macular degeneration, management of retinal detachment and macular surgery.Riazi earned his medical degree at Tehran University of Medical Sciences (TUMS) in Iran. He completed a residency in ophthalmology and a fellowship in retinal diseases at TUMS’ Farabi Eye Hospital, where he later served as director of the residency training program and co-founder of the ROP clinic. He also completed fellowships in vitreoretinal research at Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans and vitreoretinal surgery at the UCI School of Medicine.His research interests include premature retinopathy and retinal problems in children, an area in which he has conducted clinical trials and published extensively.
Dr. Esfahani is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinal Vein Occlusion, and Vitrectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 33 peer reviewed articles.
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101 The City Drive South, Building 30A, Orange, CA 92868
850 Health Sciences Road, Irvine, CA 92617
380 West Central Avenue, Suite 400, Brea, CA 92821
800 North Main Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701
19210 Jamboree Road, Irvine, CA 92612
101 The City Drive South, Orange, CA 92868
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Dr. Esfahani 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.
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Mohammad R. Esfahani
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Mohammad R. Esfahani?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Mohammad R. Esfahani by calling their office at 714-456-7183. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Mohammad R. Esfahani a top-rated expert for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Mohammad R. Esfahani is classified as an Distinguished expert for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), 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. Mohammad R. Esfahani specialize in?
While Dr. Mohammad R. Esfahani is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Diabetic Retinopathy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Mohammad R. Esfahani participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Mohammad R. Esfahani has published 33 articles and abstracts on conditions like Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). You can view a list of Dr. Mohammad R. Esfahani's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Mohammad R. Esfahani accept my insurance?
Dr. Mohammad R. Esfahani accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 714-456-7183 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Esfahani isDistinguished. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Esfahani isDistinguished. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
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- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Esfahani isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- EndophthalmitisDr. Esfahani isAdvanced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- Retinal Artery OcclusionDr. Esfahani isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Artery Occlusion.
- Retinal DetachmentDr. Esfahani isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Detachment.
- Retinal Vein OcclusionDr. Esfahani isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Vein Occlusion.
- Retinopathy of PrematurityDr. Esfahani isAdvanced. Learn about Retinopathy of Prematurity.
- Experienced
- Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)
- Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD)Dr. Esfahani isExperienced. Learn about Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD).
- CataractDr. Esfahani isExperienced. Learn about Cataract.
- Central Serous ChorioretinopathyDr. Esfahani isExperienced. Learn about Central Serous Chorioretinopathy.
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Esfahani isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- Cone DystrophyDr. Esfahani isExperienced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.