Dr. Sanaz Memarzadeh

Dr. Sanaz Memarzadeh, MD, PhD, is a nationally recognized gynecologic oncologist and physician-scientist specializing in the treatment of ovarian, endometrial, and other gynecologic cancers. She serves as a Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and is the Director of the G.O. Discovery Lab at UCLA Health. Dr. Memarzadeh earned her medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh, completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at UCLA, and pursued fellowship training in gynecologic oncology at UCLA. She also holds a PhD in Molecular Biology and is board-certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and Gynecologic Oncology.

Dr. Memarzadeh is widely recognized for her translational research in gynecologic cancer biology, particularly in developing novel immunotherapies and regenerative approaches for ovarian and uterine cancers. Her laboratory focuses on identifying cancer-initiating cells, targeting treatment-resistant disease, and designing new therapeutic strategies using preclinical models. She has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications and leads research funded by the National Institutes of Health and other prominent organizations. Her work bridges fundamental cancer biology with clinical application, aiming to deliver more effective, less toxic treatments to patients with advanced gynecologic malignancies.

In addition to her clinical and research leadership, Dr. Memarzadeh is a dedicated educator and mentor, training the next generation of physician-scientists in gynecologic oncology and reproductive sciences. She plays an active role in national and international scientific communities, contributing to the advancement of women’s cancer research through professional societies and collaborative initiatives. Through her commitment to innovation, patient-focused research, and academic excellence, Dr. Memarzadeh continues to shape the future of gynecologic oncology at UCLA and beyond.