Sasan Fazeli, M.D.

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Sasan Fazeli, M.D.
Oncological Endocrinologist
4.9 (82 RATINGS)
Clinical Expertise
Thyroid Cancers
Thyroid Nodules
Anaplastic Thyroid Carcinoma
Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma
Pituitary tumors
Adrenal Tumors
Pheochromocytoma and Paraganglioma Immunotherapy Related Endocrinopathies
Languages
Farsi
Appointments
Assistant Clinical Professor, Department of Diabetes, Endocrinology & Metabolism
There is no greater way to help people than to restore them to good health.
Sasan Fazeli, M.D., says becoming a physician was “the greatest honor in my life,” and it appears the feeling is mutual; he’s received no less than a dozen honors and awards, dating back to his earliest days in medical school.
 
The bilingual (English, Farsi) Dr. Fazeli is an oncologic endocrinologist specialized in the management of thyroid nodules, all stages of thyroid cancers (including differentiated, medullary and anaplastic thyroid cancer), hereditary endocrine neoplasia disorders, pituitary tumors, adrenal tumors, pheochromocytoma-paraganglioma syndromes and endocrine complications of cancer therapies. His special interest is in the genetic profile of thyroid cancers, the latest thyroid, adrenal and neuroendocrine tumor treatments, and advancements in the field of endocrine neoplasia.
 
Dr. Fazeli earned his medical degree from Shiraz University of Medical Sciences. After several years as a practicing physician in Iran, Dr. Fazeli transitioned to the U.S. where he completed a residency in internal medicine at George Washington University, Providence Hospital, followed by a general endocrinology fellowship at George Washington University, as well as an oncologic endocrinology fellowship at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. He is board certified by the American Board of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, as well as the American Board of Internal Medicine.
 
Dr. Fazeli sees patient care as the highest possible calling, making him an ideal fit for City of Hope. “I firmly believe,” he says, “that cancer patients need the highest level of support and care ... cancer treatment improvements not only impact patients’ lives, they also strengthen our communities. City of Hope shares my vision for everything a health care institution should represent. I am both grateful and excited to be a part of their team.”
Location
Education & Experience
Board Certifications

  • 2019, Board Certification in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism

  • 2017, Board Certification in Internal Medicine

Degrees

  • 2000, M.D., Doctor of Medicine with Honors in Research, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran

Fellowship

  • 2019-2020, Oncologic Endocrinology Fellowship, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX

  • 2017-2019, Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism Fellowship, George Washington University Hospital, Washington, DC

Residency

  • 2016-2017, Chief Resident, George Washington University, Providence Hospital, Washington, DC

  • 2014-2017, Internal Medicine Residency, George Washington University, Providence Hospital, Washington, DC

  • 2000-2001, Emergency Medicine Residency, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran

Professional Experience

  • 2020-present, Assistant Clinical Professor, Department of Diabetes, Endocrinology & Metabolism, City of Hope, Duarte, CA

  • 2017-2019, Teaching Attending Physician, Providence Hospital, Division of Internal Medicine, Washington, DC

  • 2013-2014, Internal Medicine Research Assistant, Providence Hospital, Washington, DC

  • 2008-2014, Surgical Assistant, Germantown Outpatient Ambulatory Surgery Center, Germantown, MD

  • 2004-2008, Clinical Research Assistant, National Eye Institute, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD

  • 2002-2004, Emergency Department Medical Director and Attending Physician, Motahhari Hospital, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran

  • 2002-2004, Emergency Medicine Attending Physician, Ordibehesht Specialty Hospital, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran

  • 2002-2004, Family Medicine Physician and Clinical Director, Banihashemi Specialty Clinic, Shiraz, Iran

  • 2000-2002, Family Medicine Physician, Private Family Medicine Practice, Ahvaz, Iran

Awards & Memberships
Awards

  • 2019, The Endocrine Society 2020 Early Career Forum Award

  • 2019, Annual Research Competition Award, The George Washington University

  • 2019, Teaching Attending Excellence Award, Department of Internal Medicine, Providence Hospital

  • 2019, The Endocrine Society 2019 Travel Grant Award

  • 2017, Leadership Excellence Award, Internal medicine Residency

  • 2017, Chief Resident Excellence Award, Internal Medicine Residency

  • 2017, American College of Physician Regional Second-Best Poster Award

  • 2015, 2016, 2017, Journal Club Best Presentations Award, Internal Medicine Residency

  • 2015, American College of Physician Regional Best Poster Award

  • 2000, Jorjani Festival Research Presentation Award, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences

  • 2000, Honor Student Award, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences

Memberships

  • 2020-current, American Society of Clinical Oncology

  • 2017-current, Endocrine Society Member

  • 2017-current, American Diabetes Association Member

  • 2016-current, American Thyroid Association Member

  • 2016-current, American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists Member

  • 2014-current, American College of Physicians Member

  • 2014-2019, Department of Internal Medicine Education Committee Member, Providence Hospital

  • 2014-2019, Department of Internal Medicine Research Team Board Member, Providence Hospital

  • 2014-2019, Institutional Review Board Member, Providence Hospital

  • 2015-2017, Inpatient Quality and Safety Board Member, Providence Hospital

  • 2014-2017, Stroke Awareness and Education Team Member, Providence Hospital

Publications
  • Jimenez C, Fazeli S, Roman-Gonzalez A. Antiangiogenic therapies for pheochromocytoma and paraganglioma. Endocrine-Related Cancer. 2020 May; 10.1530/ERC-20-0043.
  • Fazeli S, Dadu R, Waguespack SG, MD, Sherman SI, MD, Busaidy NL, Hu MI, Jimenez C, Habra MA, Williams M, Altameemi L, Poropatich K, Routbort MJ, Luthra R, Patel KP, Cabanillas M. TRK-Fusion Thyroid Cancer: A Clinical Overview in a Large Population at a Single Cancer Center. Journal of the Endocrine Society, Volume 4, Issue Supplement_1, April-May 2020.
  • Fazeli S, Paal E, Maxwell JH, Burman KD, Nylen ES, Khosla SG. Salutary response to targeted therapy in anaplastic thyroid cancer. J Investig Med High Impact Case Rep. 2019 Jan-Dec; 7:2324709619890942. 
  • Ehrhardt N, Fazeli S, Rao S, Amdur R. Use of Metformin, Premixed Insulin and Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonist as a Therapeutic Approach for Uncontrolled Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Diabetes Spectrum. 2020 Mar; ds190025. 
  • Bordon JM, Fernandez-Botran R, Wiemken TL, Peyrani P, Uriarte SM, Arnold FW3, Rodriquez-Hernandez L, Rane MJ, Fazeli S, Mathur A, Rahmani M, Ayesu K, Ramirez J. Bacteremic pneumococcal pneumonia: clinical outcomes and preliminary results of inflammatory response. Infection. 2015 Dec;43(6):729-38. 
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
5.0
Show respect for what you say
5.0
Spend enough time with you
5.0
Recommend this provider office
5.0
Provider listen carefully to you
4.9
Rate provider 0-10
4.9
Provider explain in way you understand
4.8
Know important info medical history
Reviews
03/19/22
Dr Fazeli, he is very knowledgeable and well prepared before he saw me. He explained and set up my goals to get better. He was very organized. - Verified patient
03/19/22
Doctors, nurses, front office staff at COH are very courtesy and friendly. I recommend my friends and families. - Verified patient
03/10/22
Just met Dr. Fazeli wonderful doctor very helpful. - Verified patient
02/25/22
Dr. Fazeli responded well to my questions both in person and through the patient portal messages. - Verified patient
02/25/22
I can only say that I am (very) very appreciative with the attention from the personnel of City of Hope, from entering the hospital all are very kind & they give the help to one as a patient especially the doctors who have my case of health they treat one with much patience & love. THANKS. - Verified patient