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Dr. Parisa Taravati, MD

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Specializes in: Ophthalmology (Eye Disease)

University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine (2005)

Professional interests include: eye problems, cataracts

1959 Ne Pacific Street
Seattle, WA 98195

(206) 744-2020

Dr. Parisa Taravati, MD is an ophthalmologist in Seattle, WA specializing in ophthalmology (eye disease). She graduated from University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine in 2005 and has 19 years of experience. Dr. Parisa Taravati, MD is affiliated with UW Medicine and ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS.

Office Locations

Address:

1959 Ne Pacific Street
Seattle, WA 98195

Some issues Dr. Parisa Taravati, MD can help you with:

Eye Problems

Millions of people every year have problems with their eyes. Some of the most common eye problems are refractive disorders, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and cataracts.

Refractive disorders happen when the shape of the eye doesn't let allow someone focus very precisely. They might be myopic (nearsighted), hyperopic (farsighted), or have an astigmatism, which is a focus problem caused by the cornea. Refractive disorders can be corrected by glasses or contacts.

Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in the United States. It happens when fluid pressure builds up within the eye and damages the optic nerve. It is treated with medications and surgery.

Diabetic retinopathy is a common complication of diabetes. The retina is tissue at the back of the eye that is filled with numerous, tiny blood vessels. When diabetes damages these delicate blood vessels, they burst or leak, leading to blind spots and blurred vision. Diabetic retinopathy can be treated with laser therapy and surgery, but often vision cannot be restored.

Macular degeneration is common in older adults. The macula is the central part of the retina and is responsible for crisp center vision. Over time, the cells in the macula begin to die, making central vision blurry. An early symptom of macular degeneration is that straight lines appear wavy.

Cataracts happen when the clear lens in the front of the eye becomes cloudy, making things look blurry or faded. They are extremely common in older people. By age 80, more than half of all Americans will have had a cataract. In early stages, prescription glasses and magnifying lenses can help. As the cataracts get worse, surgery to replace the lens may be the best option.

More than just one of the five senses, the eyes are heavily relied upon to communicate, work, and get around every day. It's important to have regular eye exams for vision stays in good shape for years to come.

doctor visit	332
eye procedures	550
ultrasound (sonogram)	34

**Gender**
Male	201
Female	244

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	309
Black	41
Hispanic	0
Asian	47
Other	23
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	176
From 75 to 84	127
85 and over	44
Less than 65	98

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	41
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	37
Dementia	7
Cancer	8

doctor visit	452
eye procedures	443
ultrasound (sonogram)	24

**Gender**
Male	200
Female	228

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	319
Black	36
Hispanic	0
Asian	37
Other	17
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	174
From 75 to 84	104
85 and over	44
Less than 65	106

Hypertension	51
High Cholesterol	33
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	39
Dementia	4
Cancer	9

doctor visit	471
eye procedures	379
ultrasound (sonogram)	22

**Gender**
Male	400
Female	424

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	612
Black	58
Hispanic	36
Asian	76
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	346
From 75 to 84	242
85 and over	82
Less than 65	154

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	33
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	36
Dementia	6
Cancer	8

doctor visit	465
eye procedures	504
ultrasound (sonogram)	34

**Gender**
Male	186
Female	222

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	307
Black	20
Hispanic	17
Asian	42
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	173
From 75 to 84	131
85 and over	43
Less than 65	61

Hypertension	54
High Cholesterol	34
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	34
Dementia	7
Cancer	9

doctor visit	428
eye procedures	465
ultrasound (sonogram)	43

**Gender**
Male	183
Female	203

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	281
Black	25
Hispanic	0
Asian	34
Other	27
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	166
From 75 to 84	122
85 and over	38
Less than 65	60

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	30
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	35
Dementia	7
Cancer	10

capsulotomy	12
doctor visit	535
eye procedures	553
laser treatment	12
ultrasound (sonogram)	21

**Gender**
Male	205
Female	239

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	334
Black	30
Hispanic	0
Asian	38
Other	28
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	210
From 75 to 84	148
85 and over	42
Less than 65	44

Hypertension	51
High Cholesterol	36
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	36
Dementia	5
Cancer	12

capsulotomy	14
doctor visit	499
eye procedures	508
laser treatment	14
ultrasound (sonogram)	20

**Gender**
Male	190
Female	238

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	315
Black	24
Hispanic	0
Asian	40
Other	32
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	184
From 75 to 84	147
85 and over	41
Less than 65	56

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	36
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	34
Dementia	7
Cancer	12

doctor visit	396
eye procedures	445
hospital care	11
inpatient care	11
ultrasound (sonogram)	25

**Gender**
Male	172
Female	185

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	271
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	29
Other	31
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	160
From 75 to 84	130
85 and over	32
Less than 65	35

Hypertension	48
High Cholesterol	32
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	4
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	30
Dementia	7
Cancer	11

doctor visit	946
eye procedures	923
ultrasound (sonogram)	38

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Parisa Taravati, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Parisa Taravati, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in Seattle, WA were eye procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), capsulotomy and laser treatment.

capsulotomy	13
doctor visit	504
eye procedures	535
hospital care	11
inpatient care	11
laser treatment	13
ultrasound (sonogram)	29

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Parisa Taravati, MD.

**Gender**
Male	173
Female	198

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	23
Asian / Pacific Islander	34
Non-Hispanic White	274
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	5
Other	15

**Age**
75 to 84	115
85 and over	36
Less than 65	61
65 to 74	158

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Parisa Taravati, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Parisa Taravati, MD treated were hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	43
High Cholesterol	27
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	20
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	5
Osteoporosis	6
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	28
Atrial Fibrillation	7
Cancer	7
Dementia	5

Education & Training

Dr. Parisa Taravati, MD graduated from University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine in 2005. She has a state license in Iowa.

Medical School: University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine (2005)

Licensed In: Iowa

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Parisa Taravati, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

UW Medicine

ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS

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Biography

Dr. Parisa Taravati is a specialist in ophthalmology (eye disease) in Seattle, WA. In her practice, Dr. Taravati focuses on cataracts. Dr. Taravati is a graduate of the University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine. She is conversant in Persian. She is affiliated with UW Medicine.