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Dr. Ali Vaghef, DPM

Dr. Ali Vaghef, DPM

Podiatry*
10+ years of experience

Dr. Ali Vaghef, DPM is a podiatry specialist in Washington, DC and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in 2014. He is affiliated with MedStar Washington Hospital Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 27 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (27 reviews)

MedStar Health: Medical Center at Lafayette Centre

1133 21st St NW Washington, DC 20036
Telehealth available

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Dr. Vaghef is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Podiatry

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Dr. Vaghef's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Vaghef

4.7
27 ratings, 27 with a written review
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I had a bunionectomy and a pin placed in my baby toe 2021, Dr. Ali Rahnama Vaghef seemed more interested in having a patient to use as a guinea pig to teach other students different procedures, than actually listening to what I said was bothering me, and actually addressing it. He's the embodiment of the phrase, 'everything is a nail to someone with a hammer'. He performed a standard buinionectomy for my VERY light protrusion that could have been shaved or treated less aggressively. And he didn't address the core of the corn, so even with the pin in my toe, it keeps growing back. When I mentioned the hammer toe on my second toe, he completely ignored me and told me it wasn't there. And his nurse did a terrible job removing the stitches and left scars in 3 entry points for the surgery. Overall, if he's your doctor, consider a second opinion.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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No bad experience
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 23, 2025
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I don't mean to be "extra," but this one of the best experiences I've had with a physician -- and I've had some good experiences. His attentiveness, clarity of communication, resourcefulness were textbook perfect. I felt "seen" and that's a big deal.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 11, 2025
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Good
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 20, 2024
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The doctor listened well and inspite of using some technical medical terms, he explained things well.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 19, 2024
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First class, thanks!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 15, 2024
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Very Good
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 23, 2024
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Dr. Ali, is well manageable with regards to foot problem. He is well talented. He is so nice & easy to approach. He is lovable.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 18, 2024
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The doctor was thorough, explained the diagnosis and answered my questions
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 18, 2024
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Dr Rahnama is amazing! Highly recommend this kind, patient, talented health care professional!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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May 23, 2024
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The doctor was outstanding
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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May 17, 2024
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Good
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 20, 2024
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Good
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 26, 2024
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My doctor is the best doctor in the whole universe
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 26, 2024
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VERY GOOD
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 28, 2023
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The doctor was very thorough in examining my foot, explaining what was the problem and gave me information on what brands I should buy for my insole and shoe(sneakers).
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 15, 2023
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Thank you
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 13, 2023
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He listening to me and ask question after I explained to him... I will recommend my friend and family....
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 10, 2023
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The physician bedside manners was excellent showed care about the patient
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 17, 2023
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Good
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 20, 2023
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Dr Ali Rahnama, DPM, is a board certified, fellowship-trained foot and ankle surgeon affiliated with MedStar Washington Hospital Center and MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, and is an Assistant Professor at the Georgetown University School...read more

biography

Dr. Ali Rahnama, DPM, is a board certified, fellowship-trained foot and ankle surgeon affiliated with MedStar Washington Hospital Center and MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, and is an Assistant Professor at the Georgetown University School...read more

  • Podiatry

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  • Kasier Permanente Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2018

  • Detroit Medical Center / Wayne State University

    Residency Hospital, 2017

  • Temple University School Of Podiatric Medicine

    Medical School, 2014

Dr. Vaghef is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Podiatry

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    Locations

    MedStar Health: Medical Center at Lafayette Centre

    MedStar Health: Medical Center at Lafayette Centre1133 21st St NW Washington, DC 20036
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    MedStar Health: Orthopedics and Sports Medicine at Lafayette Centre

    MedStar Health: Orthopedics and Sports Medicine at Lafayette Centre1120 20th St NW Frnt 1 Washington, DC 20036
    2

    MedStar Health: Plastic Surgery at MedStar Washington Hospital Center

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • MedStar Washington Hospital Center

      110 Irving St NW
      Washington, DC 20010
      Recipient of 10
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      82%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% lower than the national average

      75%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

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