Ali-RezaSharif-AfsharMD

Summary

• 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.