Ernest S. Han, M.D., Ph.D.

ehan@coh.org
800-826-4673
Ernest Han Bio
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Gynecologic Oncologist
4.9 (209 RATINGS)
Clinical Expertise
Gynecologic Oncology Surgery
Heated Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC)
Research Area
Gynecologic Oncology
Languages
Korean
Appointments
Associate Professor and Chief, Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Department of Surgery
Clinical Teams
Cervical Cancer
Gynecologic Cancers
Heated Intraoperative Peritoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC)
Ovarian Cancer
Surgery
Uterine and Endometrial Cancers
Additional Contacts
Referring Physicians/Colleagues
626-218-3303
Ernest Han, M.D., Ph.D., is a gynecologic oncologist with specialized training in minimally invasive and robotic-assisted surgery, which allows operations to be performed with smaller incisions, reducing scarring, pain and recovery time. 
 
Dr. Han has also co-authored several papers on drug therapy treatments for ovarian cancer, alone and in conjunction with surgery.
 
Dr. Han received his medical and doctoral degrees at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, followed by a residency at Brown University’s Women and Infants Hospital and a gynecologic oncology fellowship at University of California Irvine Medical Center.
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Education & Experience
Board Certifications

  • 2004-2022, Diplomate of the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Degrees

  • 1994-2000, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, M.D.

  • 1992-2000, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Ph.D., Cell Physiology and Molecular Biophysics

  • 1988-1992, University of California Berkeley, Berkeley, CA, B.A., Molecular and Cellular Biology

Fellowship

  • 2004-present, University of California Irvine, Orange, CA, Fellowship, Gynecologic Oncology

Residency

  • 2000-2004, Brown University, Women and Infants Hospital, Providence, RI, Residency, Obstetrics and Gynecology

Professional Experience

  • 2021-present, Chief, Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Department of Surgery, City of Hope, Duarte, CA

  • 2018-present, Associate Professor, Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Department of Surgery, City of Hope, Duarte, CA

  • 2008-2018, Assistant Clinical Professor, Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Department of Surgery, City of Hope, Duarte, CA

  • 2004-2008, Clinical Instructor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of California, Irvine

  • 2004-2008, Clinical Instructor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of California, Irvine

  • 2003-2004, Clinical Instructor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Brown University

  • 2004-present, University of California, Irvine, Orange, CA, Fellowship, Gynecologic Oncology

Awards & Memberships
Awards

  • 2010-2019, Top Doctor, Castle Connolly

  • 2013-2019, Top Doctor, Pasadena Magazine

  • 2011-2019, Top Doctor, Palm Springs Life

  • 2016-2017, Super Faculty, Surgical Oncology, City of Hope

  • 2007, Top 100 Reviewer for American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology

  • 2003, APGO Scholars Program Award

  • 2002, Dean's Teaching Excellence Award, Brown Medical School

  • 2001-2003, Excellence-in-Teaching Award, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Women and Infants' Hospital, Brown University Medical School

  • 2001, Dean's Teaching Excellence Award, Brown Medical School

  • 1999, Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, elected

  • 1999, Who's Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges

  • 1998, The Katherina Siebert Award for Excellence in Oncologic Research

  • 1996, The Shirley Patricia Parker Memorial Award

  • 1996, Dean's List, School of Medicine, University of Texas Medical Branch

  • 1995, Best Basic Sciences Poster Award. UTMB Medical Student Research Program

  • 1995, Dean's List, School of Medicine, University of Texas Medical Branch

Memberships

  • 2005-present, Associate Member, American Society of Clinical Oncologists

  • 1995-present, Associate Member, Sigma-Xi (elected)

  • 1997-2004, Associate Member, American Association for Cancer Research

  • 2004-present, Full Member, American Association for Cancer Research

  • 2007-present, Fellow, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists

  • 1994-present, Member, American Medical Association

Ratings & Reviews
Ratings and reviews below are gathered from the Press Ganey Clinician and Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CG CAHPS) survey. CG CAHPS is a standardized survey that is used to measure a patient's experience in the physician office setting. Ratings are an average of all responses to questions about a provider's care, with 5 stars being the highest.
Ratings
4.9
Show respect for what you say
4.9
Spend enough time with you
4.9
Rate provider 0-10
4.9
Provider explain in way you understand
4.9
Provider listen carefully to you
4.8
Know important info medical history
4.8
Recommend this provider office
Reviews
01/10/23
Dr. Han is an excellent physician. I have recommended him to friends and family members over the years. - Verified patient
12/15/22
Dr Han is the best!! - Verified patient
11/14/22
Dr Ernest Han is a Great doctor. - Verified patient
11/02/22
Excellent staff nurse was very concerned with my issue and asked several questions. - Verified patient
10/29/22
Dr Han is an excellent physician. I drive [...] hours for appointment just so I can have him as my doctor. Shows how much I value him as my doctor. Not only is he highly skilled, he has a caring, respectful attitude and cites latest research in his responses to my questions. Can't say enough positive things about him. YOU have a gem w Dr Han. - Verified patient