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Dr. Deena Tajfirouz

Ophthalmology Neuro-Ophthalmologist

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Dr. Deena Tajfirouz

Ophthalmology Neuro-Ophthalmologist

Rochester, MN

Areas of Expertise

Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Papilledema
Pituitary Tumor–Related Vision Problems
Myasthenia Gravis (Ocular)

About Me

Deena A. Tajfirouz, MD, is a neuro-ophthalmologist at Mayo Clinic who evaluates and treats visual symptoms arising from neurologic disease. Working closely with colleagues in neurology, neurosurgery, and ophthalmology, she helps patients navigate conditions such as optic neuritis, ischemic optic neuropathy, intracranial hypertension, pituitary tumor–related vision changes, and disorders of the neuromuscular junction. Dr. Tajfirouz is board-certified in neurology and practices in Rochester, Minnesota. Her care emphasizes careful history-taking, targeted testing, and clear communication about diagnosis and treatment options. She has particular interests in inflammatory and autoimmune neuro-ophthalmic disorders and vascular conditions affecting the optic nerve and visual pathways. Dr. Tajfirouz completed neuro-ophthalmology fellowship and neurology residency at Mayo Clinic after medical school at Saint Louis University, with earlier graduate study in physiology and biophysics.

Training

  • Neuro-Ophthalmology
    Mayo Clinic School of Graduate Medical Education
    Fellowship
    2022
  • Neurology
    Mayo Clinic School of Graduate Medical Education
    Residency
    2021
  • Saint Louis University School of Medicine
    MD
    Saint Louis University School of Medicine
    Medical School
    2017
  • Georgetown University
    MS Physiology and Biophysics
    Georgetown University
    Masters / PhD
    2008
  • BA Chemistry
    University of North Carolina
    Undergraduate
    2006
  • BS Biology
    University of North Carolina
    Undergraduate
    2006

Certifications & Licensure

  • Licensed In:
    MN, MO
  • License Numbers:
    64366, 2017021034