Sagun Shrestha, M.D.

Sagun Shrestha, M.D., is the Chief of Medical Oncology at City of Hope^® Cancer Center Phoenix, where she oversees clinical care for patients undergoing treatment for a wide range of cancer types. She focuses particularly on treating lung cancer, melanoma, head and neck cancer, breast cancer, sarcoma and brain tumors.

Drawn to her role at City of Hope by the organization’s focus on treating the whole person, mind, body and soul, Dr. Shrestha works alongside other physicians, supportive care providers and care managers to establish a personalized care plan for each patient, with the goal of helping patients and their loved ones make informed decisions about their care. As Chief of Medical Oncology, she is also dedicated to ensuring that clinical direction, protocols and standard-of-care guidelines are met and exceeded. 

Board-certified in Medical Oncology and Internal Medicine, Dr. Shrestha earned her medical degree at Maulana Azad Medical College in New Delhi, India, where she also completed a Residency in Internal Medicine. She then served as Chief Medical Resident at the Jamaica Hospital Medical Center in Jamaica, New York, and as Chief Fellow in Hematology-Oncology at the Long Island Jewish Medical Center in Queens, New York. 

Dr. Shrestha is a member of various professional organizations, including the American Society of Clinical Oncology and the American Society of Hematology. Recognized as a top medical oncologist by Castle Connelly, she is also a seasoned instructor, serving as a faculty member at several institutions.