Dr. Kathryn Najafi-Tagol, MD
Ophthalmologist
At a glance
Accepts 4 insurances
Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, more+ ·
Works at Eye Institute of Marin
Speaks English and Spanish
1 other language spoken
Offers appointments for children and teens
Accommodating office and services for children of all ages
5.00
3 reviews
Bedside manner
5.0
Wait time
4.7
Recent reviews
I fell so fortunate to have Dr Najafi-Tagol as my physician. She is caring, thorough and conscientious.
More than 1 year agoUC
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In-network insurances
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Cataract surgery with lens implant
Age-related macular degeneration
Glaucoma surgery
Cataract
Glaucoma
Secondary membranaous cataract surgery
Cataract surgery with lens implant
Age-related macular degeneration
Glaucoma surgery
Cataract
More about Dr. Kathryn Najafi-Tagol, MD
"I fell in love with ophthalmology during my medical school rotation in this specialty," says Dr. Najafi. "I find it very rewarding to help people by improving their vision."
Dr. Najafi is a specialist in geriatric vision care, which includes treating cataracts and glaucoma. She completed a fellowship in glaucoma at Doheny Eye Institute and is an expert at managing glaucoma through medications and/or surgical techniques. She also treats children with glaucoma and cataracts.
"I was inspired to specialize in glaucoma surgery by a 90-year-old patient who was blind from glaucoma. ‘Dr. Najafi,’ she said, ‘if you had been my doctor 10 years ago, I wouldn’t be blind.’ This made me realize how many people with glaucoma are unaware of their condition. Had they been screened and received early treatment, their vision could have been saved."
"I believe in offering the best quality care possible to my patients," Dr. Najafi says. "This starts by being a good listener. You can identify many problems just by listening to your patients’ description of their problems."
Dr. Najafi-Tagol is a strong believer in patient education. "I want each patient to thoroughly understand his or her condition and I encourage questions," she says. "I also stress the importance of regular vision check-ups and screenings for eye diseases."
Please plan to spend 90 minutes to 2 hours depending on your visit reason with the doctor.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - University of California, Los Angeles
Stamford Hospital, Internship in Internal Medicine
Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center (Residency)
University of Southern California, Fellowship in Glaucoma
Practice
Eye Institute of Marin
Certifications
American Board of Ophthalmology
Professional memberships
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Awards and publications
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Background
Languages spoken
English
Spanish
Farsi
Gender
Female
NPI number
#1184678112
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
4.67
Bedside manner
5.00
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I fell so fortunate to have Dr Najafi-Tagol as my physician. She is caring, thorough and conscientious.
More than 1 year agoUC
More than 1 year agoYW
More than 1 year agoCJ
What practice does Dr. Kathryn Najafi-Tagol work with?
Dr. Kathryn Najafi-Tagol works with Eye Institute of Marin.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kathryn Najafi-Tagol have?
Dr. Kathryn Najafi-Tagol is certified by American Board of Ophthalmology.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Kathryn Najafi-Tagol?
Dr. Kathryn Najafi-Tagol frequently sees patients for Contact Lenses, Eyeglasses, General Eye Consultation, Refractive Surgery Consultation, and Retina Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Kathryn Najafi-Tagol on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Kathryn Najafi-Tagol speak?
Dr. Kathryn Najafi-Tagol speaks English, Spanish, and Farsi.
How do patients rate Dr. Kathryn Najafi-Tagol in reviews?
3 patients have reviewed Dr. Kathryn Najafi-Tagol. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.67/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.