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Dr. Deena Tajfirouz
Ophthalmology – Neuro-Ophthalmologist
Areas of Expertise
Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Papilledema
Pseudotumor Cerebri (Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension)
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-OphthalmologyMayo Clinic School of Graduate Medical EducationFellowship2022
- NeurologyMayo Clinic School of Graduate Medical EducationResidency2021
MDSaint Louis University School of MedicineMedical School2017
MS Physiology and BiophysicsGeorgetown UniversityMasters / PhD2008- BA ChemistryUniversity of North CarolinaUndergraduate2006
- BS BiologyUniversity of North CarolinaUndergraduate2006
Certifications & Licensure
- Licensed In:MN, MO
- License Numbers:64366, 2017021034