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Dr. Ali Afshar, MD
Urologist
414 N Camden Drive 650 Beverly Hills CA, 90210About
His interest in urology was ignited during oncology research at Vanderbilt University's Department of Urologic Surgery. Following his urology residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in 2016, Dr. Afshar further specialized his expertise through a fellowship in advanced endourology and robotic surgery at USC in 2017.
With over seven years of practice in the San Fernando Valley, Dr. Afshar maintains active clinical privileges at Cedars-Sinai Hospital, Providence Cedars Sinai Medical Center, and Providence St. John's in Santa Monica. As an attending urologist at Cedars-Sinai Hospital, he is dedicated to teaching and mentoring the next generation of urologists.
Dr. Afshar has trained under world-renowned surgeons, providing him with exceptional proficiency in robotic-assisted surgeries for both cancer treatment and reconstructive procedures. His expertise extends to complex kidney stone management, including minimally invasive endourological techniques. Additionally, Dr. Afshar is at the forefront of treating benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and Prostate cancer, offering innovative solutions such as Aquablation, Optilume, iTind, Rezum, Focal One HIFU, Tulsa Pro, and Nanoknife.
By combining his extensive training, clinical experience, and dedication to staying at the forefront of urological advancements, Dr. Afshar provides his patients with the highest level of compassionate and comprehensive care.
Education and Training
univeristy of tennessee MD 2011
University of Tennessee College of Medicine MD 2011
Board Certification
American Board of Urology
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Attending Urologist Cedars Sinai Medical Center -
Professional Memberships
- San Fernando Valley Urological Associates Medical Group
- American Urological Association,
- Western Section of the American Urological Association
- Los Angeles Urological Society
Fellowships
- University of Southern California advanced robotics, laparoscopy, urologic oncology, and endourology 2017
Internships
- Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA - 2012
Fellowships
- University of Southern California Institute of Urology, Los Angeles, CA - 2017 - Advanced Endourology and Robotic Surgery
Professional Society Memberships
- American Urologic Association (AUA), Western Section of the American Urologic Association (WSAUA)
What do you attribute your success to?
- - His parents and upbringing- Being well educated and humble- Respecting other surgeons- Ensuring procedures are in the best interest of the patient
Dr. Ali Afshar, MD's Practice location
San Fernando Valley Urological Associates
18370 Burbank BLVD Suite 407 -Tarzana, California 91356Get Direction
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Pioneering Urological Care in the San Fernando Valley
Dr. Ali Afshar, a board certified urologist, has been providing exceptional urological care in the San Fernando Valley since 2017. As a vital member of the San Fernando Valley Urological Associates Medical Group, he operates out of the group’s offices in Tarzana and West Hills, California. In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Afshar serves as an attending urologist at Cedars Sinai Medical Center, where he is actively involved in teaching and mentoring the next generation of urologists through the current urology residency program.
Dr. Afshar earned his Medical Degree from the University of Tennessee College of Medicine in 2011. He completed an internship in general surgery at Cedars Sinai Medical Center from 2011 to 2012, followed by a residency in urology at the same institution from 2012 to 2016. To further enhance his expertise, Dr. Afshar pursued a fellowship in advanced robotics, laparoscopy, urologic oncology, and endourology at the University of Southern California from 2016 to 2017.
His passion for urology was ignited while conducting oncology research at the Vanderbilt University Department of Urologic Surgery. Dr. Afshar has trained under some of the world’s leading surgeons, which has equipped him with specialized skills in laparoscopic and robotic-assisted surgical techniques. His expertise encompasses a range of complex procedures, including radical prostatectomy, radical nephrectomy, partial nephrectomy, nephroureterectomy, cystectomy, pyeloplasty, and advanced management of complex renal stones through retrograde and percutaneous nephrolithotomy techniques.
Dr. Afshar holds certification from the American Board of Urology and is recognized as a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is also an active member of several professional organizations, including the American Urological Association, the Western Section of the American Urological Association, and the Los Angeles Urological Society.
By combining his extensive training, clinical experience, and dedication to staying at the forefront of urological advancements, Dr. Afshar provides his patients with the highest level of compassionate and comprehensive care tailored to their individual needs. He attributes his success to a supportive upbringing, a commitment to humility and education, and a deep respect for his colleagues in the medical field.
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