Dr. Amir Rafizad, MD
Anesthesiologist
113 Waterworks Way, Suite 345, Irvine, CA 92618
At a glance
4.50 stars (8 reviews)
90% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 17 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from Tehran University of Medical Sciences School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
Works at Pain Care Providers
3 office locations
4.50
8 reviews
Bedside manner
4.7
Wait time
4.4
Recent reviews
No additionals coments but thanks, thanks & thanks for helping me by injection to decrease my unberable pain. Thx, thx & thx!
More than 1 year agoAH
Office locations
1
1.
Pain Care Providers
113 Waterworks Way, Suite 345, Irvine, CA, 92618
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2.
Pain Care Providers
11190 Warner Ave, Suite 305, Fountain Valley, CA, 92708
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3.
Pain Care Providers
801 N. Tustin Ave, #203, Santa Ana, CA, 92705
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In-network insurances
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Neck pain and spine problems
Spinal stenosis post laminectomy
Disorders of the thoracic spine
Lower back pain
Injection for back pain
Neck pain and spine problems
Spinal stenosis post laminectomy
Disorders of the thoracic spine
Lower back pain
More about Dr. Amir Rafizad, MD
Dr. Rafizad is board certified in Pain Medicine and Anesthesiology with extensive background in medicine. He is especially interested in Interventional Pain management in addition to traditional methodes.
After completing his traditional internship training at Cook County Hospital, Dr. Rafizad enrolled in Anesthesiology training in that program. During the last year of his training he was honored as Chief Resident and Researcher of the year. Being trained by Dr. Alan P. Winnie - one of the founding fathers of the society of pain management and regional anesthesia - greatly influenced his interest in pain management as his sub specialty. He subsequently completed his fellowship training in Pain Management at UCLA Medical Center under direct leadership of Dr. Michael F. Ferrante, current president of the society of Pain Management and regional Anesthesia. He then co-founded his private Pain Management practice with DR. Reza Mahrou in Orange County while staying at "West Los Angeles Veterans Affarin Medical Center" as attending staff for Pain Management and Anesthesiology.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - Tehran University of Medical Sciences School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
Cook County Hospital, Residency in Anesthesiology
Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, Fellowship in Pain Medicine
Cook County Hospital, Internship in Anesthesiology
Practice
Pain Care Providers
Affiliation
Fountain Valley Regional Hospital and Medical Center
Saddleback Memorial Medical Center - Laguna Hills
VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System - West Los Angeles Healthcare Center
Certifications
American Board of Anesthesiology
Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology)
Professional memberships
California Society of Interventional Pain Physicians
Awards and publications
Research Project of the Year, Department of Anesthesiology, Cook County Hospital, Chicago, IL
Chief Resident, Department of Anesthesiology, Cook County Hospital, Chicago, IL 2002 – 2003
Franco CD, Domashevich V, Voronov G, Rafizad A, Jelev TJ, “The supraclavicular block with a nerve stimulator: to decrease or not to decrease, that is the question.” Anesth Analg. 2004 Apr; 98(4): 1167-71
Franco CD, Salahuddin Z, Rafizad A: Bilateral Brachial Plexus Block (Case Report) John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County, Anesth Analg, 2004; 98 (2): 518-20
Franco CD, Rafizad A, ”The Anatomy of the Saphenous Nerve below the Knee” Anesthesiology 2003; 99: A1069
Rafizad A, Ferrante FM, “Pain Medicine: A Comprehensive Review.” Anesthesiology 2004 Apr 100 (4): 1044
Background
Languages spoken
English
Farsi
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1073559241
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.50
Wait time
4.43
Bedside manner
4.71
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8 reviews
Most relevant
1st appt overall very good experience
January 27, 2016Erik S.Verified patient
No additionals coments but thanks, thanks & thanks for helping me by injection to decrease my unberable pain. Thx, thx & thx!
More than 1 year agoAH
Perfect!!
More than 1 year agoMG
Best staff and Dr. I ever went to.
More than 1 year agoNG
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June 2, 2014Jeff D.Verified patient
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Which hospital is Dr. Amir Rafizad affiliated with?
Dr. Amir Rafizad is affiliated with Fountain Valley Regional Hospital and Medical Center, Saddleback Memorial Medical Center - Laguna Hills, and VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System - West Los Angeles Healthcare Center.
What practice does Dr. Amir Rafizad work with?
Dr. Amir Rafizad works with Pain Care Providers.
Where is Dr. Amir Rafizad's office located?
Dr. Amir Rafizad has 3 office locations, including in Santa Ana, Fountain Valley, and Irvine, view full addresses on Dr. Rafizad's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Amir Rafizad have?
Dr. Amir Rafizad is certified by American Board of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology).
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Amir Rafizad?
Dr. Amir Rafizad frequently sees patients for Back Pain, Botox Treatment, Pain Management Consultation, Shoulder Pain, and Spine Deformation / Scoliosis . You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Amir Rafizad on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Amir Rafizad speak?
Dr. Amir Rafizad speaks English and Farsi.
How do patients rate Dr. Amir Rafizad in reviews?
8 patients have reviewed Dr. Amir Rafizad. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.5/5. They have a 4.71/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.43/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.