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Amde Selassie Shifera, M.D., Ph.D.
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Strong Memorial Hospital
210 Crittenden Boulevard
Rochester, NY 14642
About Me
He received his medical degree from Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia, in 1989. There he practiced general medicine until 1999. He reloc...
He received his medical degree from Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia, in 1989. There he practiced general medicine until 1999. He relocated to the United States and completed a PhD in Microbiology and Immunology (at Albert Einstein College of Medicine) and Postdoctoral Research Fellowships (at Albert Einstein College of Medicine and UC San Francisco).Dr. Shifera then went on to do his residency in ophthalmology at University of Florida, Gainesville. After completing a subsequent fellowship in Uveitis and Ocular Inflammation at Oregon Health Sciences University, he joined the faculty of Johns Hopkins University’s Wilmer Eye Institute, where he spent five years.
Dr. Shifera’s research Interests include ocular sarcoidosis, birdshot chorioretinitis and various inflammatory and autoimmune diseases, and he has participated in numerous clinical trials related to these conditions. He has an extensive record of peer reviewed publications and is a Diplomate of the American Board of Ophthalmology, and an active fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
Dr. Shifera treats the following conditions and provides the following services:
• Intermediate Uveitis
• Iritis & Anterior Uveitis
• Thyroid Eye Disease
• Posterior Uveitis
• Retinal Vasculitis
• Sarcoidosis
• HIV – Yearly Checks
• Panuveitis
• Graft Versus Host Disease
• Mucus Membrane Pemphigoid
• Plaquenil Toxicity Monitoring
• Keratitis
• Orbital Inflammation
• Episcleritis & Scleritis
Certified Specialties
Ophthalmology - American Board of Ophthalmology
Faculty Appointments
Associate Professor - Department of Ophthalmology (SMD)
Credentials
Residency & Fellowship
Fellowship, Ophthalmology, Oregon Health & Science University-OHSU. 2014 - 2015
Residency, Ophthalmology, University of Florida College of Medicine. 2011 - 2014
Internship, Surgery (General Surgery), University of Colorado School of Medicine - Registrar. 2010 - 2011
Fellowship, Research, University of CA at San Francisco-Nephrology. 2009 - 2010
Fellowship, Research, Albert Einstein College of Medicine. 2007 - 2009
Residency, Internal Medicine, Metropolitan Hospital Center. 2005 - 2005
Education
PhD | Albert Einstein College of Medicine. 2007
MS | University of Pennsylvania. 2001
MD | Addis Ababa University (Ethiopia). 1989
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Patient Comments
Dr. Shifera is very knowledgeable . He is also very caring and gentle. He has an excellent sense of humor. My husband and I really like and respect him.
Mar 25, 2025
Excellent!
Mar 21, 2025
Dr is very good and efficient
Mar 19, 2025
Took a lot of time to explain things in a thoughtful way.
Mar 15, 2025
Very patient and friendly. Explains things. Answers questions
Mar 07, 2025
Very likely to recommend this office
Mar 05, 2025
The doctor explain everything was nice
Feb 28, 2025
Very good!!
Jan 31, 2025
Excellent doctor
Jan 19, 2025
Dr Shifera is very friendly and thorough. Clear cimmunicator.
Dec 25, 2024
Neurologist who read Dr Shifera's notes during a subsequent visit commented on his excellent, thorough work.
Dec 22, 2024
Dr. Shifera is the only doctor who seemed concerned that we come from 2.5 hours away. He tries to schedule me on the same day as Dr.Ramshandran and Dr. Allison. Sometimes it can be done a nd most of the time not. He is very caring and very good at what he does. A very good doctor and a very good man. He is most compassionate, polite and a very professional doctor. . He really knows what he is doing.
Dec 14, 2024
An excellent experience. Our physician is excellentr and to the point
Dec 06, 2024
I am grateful for this doctor and he made me feel at ease.
Nov 29, 2024
Very pleasant
Nov 16, 2024
I called my doctor's office that morning with a large body rash. I had been to a local After Hours facility the day before (Sunday) that diagnosed Hives. The itching was terrible and had spread more on my body. How to care for this? My doctor's office had me come in within the hour, the care was thorough, compassionate, helpful and gave me helpful pointers for care at home also. I was told to contact them with any further needs or problems. Her kindness meant a lot!
Nov 05, 2024
Had a good experience
Oct 20, 2024
I love Dr Shifera
Sep 13, 2024
Excellent experience
Sep 13, 2024
Absolutely have recommended
Sep 11, 2024
Dr Shifera is a very good Doctor who is patient with questions and very good at explaining my issues
Sep 11, 2024
Happy you have this Office in Batavia
Sep 06, 2024
Dr Shifera is knowledgeable about the problem with my right eye. He was able to use a model of an eye to help me better understand the problem with my eye.
Aug 30, 2024
I love Dr Shifera i, he is so personable and is patient with my questions.
Aug 11, 2024
Excellent doctor
Aug 09, 2024
Very knowledgeable!
Aug 02, 2024
Very well
Aug 01, 2024
The Dr was very nice.
Jul 26, 2024
He didn't address my concern for the fact that I feel like I can't see as well. He was very quick with his exam.
May 09, 2024
Everyone was wonderful and the Doctor was great
May 03, 2024
The doctor there always greets you with a smile and kind words to put you at ease
Apr 26, 2024
They were very professional
Apr 24, 2024
Was very happy with care I received.
Apr 21, 2024
I have already sent people there!!
Dec 20, 2023
Dr. Shifera is great
Dec 19, 2023
My condition is complex but my doctor does his best to explain & weight risks vs. benefits.
Oct 27, 2023
Eye issues are really scary. These are your windows to the world! Everyone made me feel like I was getting the best care possible.
Jun 19, 2023
Positive experience.
Apr 24, 2023
Dr. Shifera and his staff have become like friends, we trust their decisions and appreciate their kindness and professionalism.
Jan 18, 2023