Sasan Fazeli, M.D.
- Thyroid Nodule Ablations
- Thyroid Cancers
- Thyroid Hormone Disorders
- Adrenal Tumors
- Pheochromocytoma and Paraganglioma
- Pituitary Tumors
- Parathyroid Cancer
- Immunotherapy Related Endocrinopathies
- Molecular Targeted Therapy
- Thyroid Nodules
- Thyroid Cancer
- Adrenal Tumors
- Translational and Clinical Research
- Assistant Clinical Professor, Department of Diabetes, Endocrinology & Metabolism
- Clinical Director, Thyroid and Endocrine Cancer Clinic
Dr. Sasan Fazeli, M.D., is a passionate advocate of the noble mission to restore individuals to good health, firmly believing that exceptional medical care is the most impactful way to improve lives. His unwavering dedication to the field of medicine has been recognized through numerous honors and awards.
Dr. Fazeli's academic journey commenced with the attainment of his medical degree from Shiraz University of Medical Sciences. His commitment to medical excellence led him to complete a residency in internal medicine at George Washington University. Subsequently, he pursued specialized training, including a general endocrinology fellowship at George Washington University and an oncologic endocrinology fellowship at the prestigious MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston.
As an accomplished oncologic endocrinologist, Dr. Fazeli specializes in the comprehensive management of endocrine disorders and tumors. He holds board certifications in internal medicine and endocrinology and is certified in performing thyroid ultrasound-guided biopsies, thyroid nodule ablations, and systemic therapies for advanced thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal cancers. Dr. Fazeli serves as the Clinical Director of the Thyroid and Endocrine Cancer Program at City of Hope and maintains joint appointments in endocrinology and oncology, underscoring his commitment to upholding the highest standards of medical practice. Additionally, he is a member of several respected committees such as the International Thyroid Oncology Group (ITOG).
Dr. Fazeli's expertise encompasses a wide range of areas, including thyroid ablation modalities for the treatment of thyroid nodules and various stages of thyroid cancers, including differentiated, medullary, and anaplastic thyroid cancers. He adeptly addresses hereditary endocrine neoplasia disorders, parathyroid cancer, pituitary tumors, adrenal tumors, adrenocortical carcinoma, pheochromocytoma-paraganglioma syndromes, and endocrine complications arising from cancer therapies, such as immunotherapy-related endocrinopathies. Dr. Fazeli's particular interest lies in the latest advancements in the treatment of thyroid, adrenal, and neuroendocrine tumors, ensuring that he remains at the forefront of the ever-evolving field of endocrine neoplasia. His passion lies in pioneering treatments and conducting research in precision medicine and molecular analysis of endocrine tumors.
For Dr. Fazeli, patient care represents the pinnacle of his calling. He envisions that advancements in cancer treatment not only have the power to transform the lives of patients but also to strengthen communities.
Location
Duarte Cancer Center
Duarte, CA 91010
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.