Dr. Payam Vahedifar, MD
Physiatrist
17525 Ventura Blvd., Ste. 203, Encino, CA 91316
At a glance
Accepts 19 insurances
AARP, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield, BlueCross BlueShield, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from Tulane University
Works at Encino Spine Center
2 office locations
Speaks English
5.00
3 reviews
Bedside manner
5.0
Wait time
5.0
Recent reviews
My visit was very informative, professional and I felt comfortable in talking about the problem that I have been faced with, he is the best pain management doctor I have ever had.
More than 1 year agoPR
Office locations
1
1.
Encino Spine Center
17525 Ventura Blvd., Ste. 203, Encino, CA, 91316
2
2.
Encino Spine Center
2811 Wilshire Blvd., Ste 850, Santa Monica, CA, 90403
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In-network insurances
BlueCross BlueShield
UnitedHealthcare
BlueCross BlueShield
UnitedHealthcare
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
Injection for back pain
Fibromyalgia and chronic pain and fatigue
Disorders of the thoracic spine
Arthritis
Lower back pain
Neck pain and spine problems
Injection for back pain
Fibromyalgia and chronic pain and fatigue
Disorders of the thoracic spine
More about Dr. Payam Vahedifar, MD
Dr. Vahedifar graduated with honors from UCLA and subsequently graduated from Tulane University College of Medicine where he did extensive research on nerve associated pain. He subsequently completed his residency training in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at UCLA Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Multi-campus Residency and its affiliated hospitals including Shriners Hospital for Children, Wadsworth Veterans Administration, Orthopedic Hospital, and Rancho Los Amigos Medical Center. Dr. Vahedifar continued his training under the head of Orthopedic Spine Surgery at Orthopedic Hospital and did postgraduate training in spine and interventional spine treatments. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, a Diplomat of the American Board of Pain Medicine, and a Diplomat of the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Dr. Vahedifar is a member of the American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians and the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - Tulane University
University of California, Los Angeles, Residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Practice
Encino Spine Center
Certifications
American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
American Board of Pain Medicine
Awards and publications
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Background
Languages spoken
English
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1861473464
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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3 reviews
Most relevant
My visit was very informative, professional and I felt comfortable in talking about the problem that I have been faced with, he is the best pain management doctor I have ever had.
More than 1 year agoPR
comfortable
More than 1 year agoKB
Great staff and very helpful
More than 1 year agoES
What practice does Dr. Payam Vahedifar work with?
Dr. Payam Vahedifar works with Encino Spine Center.
Where is Dr. Payam Vahedifar's office located?
Dr. Payam Vahedifar has 2 office locations, including in Encino and Santa Monica, view full addresses on Dr. Vahedifar's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Payam Vahedifar have?
Dr. Payam Vahedifar is certified by American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and American Board of Pain Medicine.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Payam Vahedifar?
Dr. Payam Vahedifar frequently sees patients for Hand Problems, Knee Problems, Pain Management Consultation, Physical Medicine / Rehab Consultation, and Sports Injury. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Payam Vahedifar on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Payam Vahedifar speak?
Dr. Payam Vahedifar speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Payam Vahedifar in reviews?
3 patients have reviewed Dr. Payam Vahedifar. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.