Expertise in
32
conditions

Dr. Raffi Avedian

Orthopedics
Stanford University Medical Center
450 Broadway St, 
Redwood City, CA 
Offers Telehealth
22 Years of Experience
Expertise in
32
conditions
Stanford University Medical Center
450 Broadway St, 
Redwood City, CA 

Overview

Raffi Avedian is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Redwood City, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 22 years.

Dr. Avedian is highly rated in 32 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Bone Tumor, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Osteotomy, and Hip Replacement.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 51 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials.

Specialties

Orthopedics

Licenses

Orthopaedic Surgery in CA

Hospital Affiliations

Stanford Health Care

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Alignment Health Plan
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Sutter Health
  • HMO
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Valley Health
  • HMO
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

Stanford University Medical Center
450 Broadway St, Redwood City, CA 94063
Other Locations
Anesthesia Preoperative Evaluation Clinic at Stanford Medicine Outpatient Center
420 Broadway St, Redwood City, CA 94063

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.

2 Clinical Trials

Prophylactic Antibiotic Regimens in Tumor Surgery (PARITY): A Multi-Center International Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing Alternative Antibiotic Regimens in Patients Undergoing Tumor Resections With Endoprosthetic Replacements
Prophylactic Antibiotic Regimens in Tumor Surgery (PARITY): A Multi-Center International Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing Alternative Antibiotic Regimens in Patients Undergoing Tumor Resections With Endoprosthetic Replacements
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: March 11, 2021
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Feasibility Study to Evaluate the Safety and Effectiveness of ExAblate Magnetic Resonance Imaging Guided High Intensity Focused Ultrasound Treatment of Soft Tissue Tumors of the Extremities
A Feasibility Study to Evaluate the Safety and Effectiveness of ExAblate Magnetic Resonance Imaging Guided High Intensity Focused Ultrasound Treatment of Soft Tissue Tumors of the Extremities
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: May 23, 2018
Intervention Type: Drug, Device
Study Phase: Not Applicable
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51 Total Publications

Unplanned Excision and the Race to Cure Sarcomas: Commentary on an article by Jacob Jahn, BS, et al.: "Effect of Timing of First Consultation with a Sarcoma Specialist Following Unplanned Excision. Oncologic Outcomes of Patients with Soft-Tissue Sarcomas".
Unplanned Excision and the Race to Cure Sarcomas: Commentary on an article by Jacob Jahn, BS, et al.: "Effect of Timing of First Consultation with a Sarcoma Specialist Following Unplanned Excision. Oncologic Outcomes of Patients with Soft-Tissue Sarcomas".
Journal: The Journal of bone and joint surgery. American volume
Published: April 28, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Raffi Avedian

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Raffi Avedian?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Raffi Avedian by calling their office at 650-723-5643. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Raffi Avedian a top-rated expert for Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Raffi Avedian is classified as an Elite expert for Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, 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. Raffi Avedian specialize in?

While Dr. Raffi Avedian is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Bone Tumor, and Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.

Does Dr. Raffi Avedian participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Raffi Avedian has published 51 articles and abstracts on conditions like Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma. You can view a list of Dr. Raffi Avedian's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Raffi Avedian accept my insurance?

Dr. Raffi Avedian accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 650-723-5643 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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