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Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD

(Dr. Sohrab Afshari, M.D.)

(6 Ratings)

Specializes in: General Surgery and Surgical Oncology (Cancer Surgery)

Shiraz University of Medical Sciences

Professional interests include: pancreas transplant, hernia, cancer surgery, and more.

2311 University Boulevard West
Jacksonville, FL 32217

(904) 636-0200

Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD is a general surgeon in Jacksonville, FL specializing in general surgery and surgical oncology (cancer surgery). He graduated from Shiraz University of Medical Sciences. Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD is affiliated with HCA Florida Healthcare, Ascension, HCA Florida Memorial Hospital, Ascension St. Vincent's Southside Hospital and Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside Hospital.

Office Locations

2311 University Boulevard West
Jacksonville, FL 32217

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Some issues Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD can help you with:

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
Goiter
Thyroid nodule
Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD treated as a general surgeon in Jacksonville, FL during 2012 were excision, debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue), hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal surgery	12
breast procedures	16
cancer surgery	16
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	52
doctor visit	390
excision	68
gastrointestinal procedures	12
hospital care	27
inpatient care	27
open surgery	12
plastic surgery procedures	18
reconstructive surgery	18
tissue transfer	18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD treated as a general surgeon in Jacksonville, FL during 2013 were excision, hospital care, inpatient care and debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal surgery	27
breast procedures	12
cancer surgery	12
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	54
doctor visit	422
excision	66
gastrointestinal procedures	27
hospital care	57
inpatient care	57
open surgery	27
plastic surgery procedures	38
reconstructive surgery	38
tissue transfer	38

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD.

**Gender**
Male	106
Female	197

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	221
Black	47
Hispanic	18
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	140
From 75 to 84	85
85 and over	33
Less than 65	45

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD in 2013

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	53
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	30
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	31
Diabetes	42
Dementia	12
Cancer	24

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD treated as a general surgeon in Jacksonville, FL during 2014 were excision, debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue), inpatient care and hospital care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD for Medicare patients.

anastomosis	12
breast procedures	15
cancer surgery	15
catheterization	12
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	114
doctor visit	380
emergency care	13
excision	129
gastrointestinal procedures	12
hospital care	82
inpatient care	82
minimally invasive procedures	12
plastic surgery procedures	17
reconstructive surgery	17
tissue transfer	17
tracheal (windpipe) procedures	13

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD.

**Gender**
Male	107
Female	190

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	211
Black	54
Hispanic	21
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	138
From 75 to 84	81
85 and over	35
Less than 65	43

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD in 2014

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	51
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	29
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	33
Diabetes	43
Dementia	14
Cancer	23

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD treated as a general surgeon in Jacksonville, FL during 2015 were excision, debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue), reconstructive surgery and plastic surgery procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal surgery	15
breast procedures	17
cancer surgery	17
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	83
doctor visit	354
excision	100
gastrointestinal procedures	15
hospital care	12
inpatient care	12
open surgery	15
plastic surgery procedures	26
reconstructive surgery	26
tissue transfer	26

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD.

**Gender**
Male	162
Female	292

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	346
Black	66
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	228
From 75 to 84	122
85 and over	54
Less than 65	50

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD in 2015

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	44
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	36
Dementia	11
Cancer	26

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD treated as a general surgeon in Jacksonville, FL during 2016 were open surgery, abdominal surgery, gastrointestinal procedures and reconstructive surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal surgery	26
breast procedures	16
cancer surgery	16
doctor visit	318
excision	16
gastrointestinal procedures	26
open surgery	26
plastic surgery procedures	22
reconstructive surgery	22
tissue transfer	22

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD.

**Gender**
Male	81
Female	125

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	145
Black	40
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	124
From 75 to 84	45
85 and over	18
Less than 65	19

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD in 2016

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	25
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	34
Dementia	7
Cancer	23

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD treated as a general surgeon in Jacksonville, FL during 2017 were open surgery, abdominal surgery, gastrointestinal procedures and reconstructive surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal surgery	14
doctor visit	300
gastrointestinal procedures	14
open surgery	14
plastic surgery procedures	11
reconstructive surgery	11
tissue transfer	11

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD.

**Gender**
Male	67
Female	113

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	136
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	95
From 75 to 84	54
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD in 2017

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	47
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	37
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	29
Dementia	0
Cancer	24

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD treated as a general surgeon in Jacksonville, FL during 2018 were plastic surgery procedures, reconstructive surgery, tissue transfer and breast procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal surgery	14
breast procedures	19
cosmetic treatments	19
doctor visit	315
gastrointestinal procedures	14
open surgery	14
plastic surgery procedures	40
reconstructive surgery	21
tissue transfer	21

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD.

**Gender**
Male	60
Female	119

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	136
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	91
From 75 to 84	51
85 and over	15
Less than 65	22

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD in 2018

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	59
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	37
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	39
Dementia	6
Cancer	25

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD treated as a general surgeon in Jacksonville, FL during 2019 were dissection, breast procedures, plastic surgery procedures and cosmetic treatments.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD for Medicare patients.

breast procedures	11
cosmetic treatments	11
dissection	11
doctor visit	290
excision	11
lymph node procedures	11
plastic surgery procedures	11

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD.

**Gender**
Male	68
Female	117

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	142
Black	31
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	102
From 75 to 84	49
85 and over	15
Less than 65	19

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD in 2019

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	74
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	53
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	42
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	40
Dementia	6
Cancer	35

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD treated as a general surgeon in Jacksonville, FL during 2020 were breast procedures, plastic surgery procedures, cosmetic treatments and cancer surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD for Medicare patients.

breast procedures	32
cancer surgery	15
cosmetic treatments	17
doctor visit	228
excision	15
plastic surgery procedures	17

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD.

**Gender**
Male	43
Female	100

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	102
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	77
From 75 to 84	42
85 and over	12
Less than 65	12

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD in 2020

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	47
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	43
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	34
Dementia	0
Cancer	34

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	248

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD.

**Gender**
Male	47
Female	105

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	112
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	72
From 75 to 84	52
85 and over	14
Less than 65	14

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD in 2021

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	74
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	45
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	45
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	38
Dementia	10
Cancer	34

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	225

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD.

**Gender**
Male	43
Female	111

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	111
Black	29
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	74
From 75 to 84	54
85 and over	14
Less than 65	12

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	23
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	36
Dementia	0
Cancer	38

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD treated as a general surgeon in Jacksonville, FL were debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue), excision, inpatient care and hospital care.

abdominal surgery	18
anastomosis	12
breast procedures	17
cancer surgery	15
catheterization	12
cosmetic treatments	15
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	75
dissection	11
doctor visit	315
emergency care	13
excision	57
gastrointestinal procedures	17
hospital care	44
inpatient care	44
lymph node procedures	11
minimally invasive procedures	12
open surgery	18
plastic surgery procedures	22
reconstructive surgery	21
tissue transfer	21
tracheal (windpipe) procedures	13

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD.

**Gender**
Male	71
Female	133

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	24
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	151
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	3
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	57
85 and over	19
Less than 65	21
65 to 74	103

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	10
Osteoporosis	8
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	33
Atrial Fibrillation	12
Dementia	6
Cancer	26

Education & Training

Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD graduated from Shiraz University of Medical Sciences. He completed residency at Shands Jacksonville Medical Center. He is certified by the The American Board of Surgery - General Surgery and has a state license in Florida.

Medical School: Shiraz University of Medical Sciences

Residency: Shands Jacksonville Medical Center

Board Certification: The American Board of Surgery - General Surgery

Licensed In: Florida

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

HCA Florida Healthcare

Ascension

HCA Florida Memorial Hospital

Ascension St. Vincent's Southside Hospital

Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside Hospital

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD has a high overall rating with an average of 4.33 out of 5 stars based on 6 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Jacksonville, FL.

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2017-10-16

I have been seeing Dr. Afshari for over 20 years. He is caring and tells you the truth.  If you have any problem he can help you with,  he will.  I have even taken my daughter to him and he has done surgery on her.

General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Sohrab E. Afshari, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.	$3,002 Da Vinci Surgical System $3,002
Davol Inc.	$92 SURGICAL $92
Stryker Corporation	$49 REPROCESSED SURGICAL DEVICES $49
Nalpropion Pharmaceuticals LLC	$13 Contrave $13

**Types of Payments**
Education	$1,500
Travel and Lodging	$1,391
Food and Beverage	$265

Biography

Dr. Sohrab Afshari is a specialist in general surgery and surgical oncology (cancer surgery). He works in Jacksonville, FL. He has a special interest in cancer surgery, minimally invasive surgery, and thyroid problems. Dr. Afshari is rated 4.5 stars (out of 5) by his patients. After attending Shiraz University of Medical Sciences for medical school, he completed his residency training at Shands Jacksonville Medical Center. Dr. Afshari (or staff) speaks the following languages: Spanish and Persian. His hospital/clinic affiliations include Ascension and HCA Florida Healthcare.