UCLA Journal of Radiation Oncology FALL 2023 - Flipbook - Page 9
UCLA RADIATION ONCOLOGY JOURNAL
SASHA EBRAHIMI, MD, PHD
Dr. Sasha Ebrahimi pursued his medical training at the Mayo Clinic
Alix School of Medicine, complemented by a PhD in Molecular
Biology from the University of Toronto. Throughout his doctoral
studies, he devoted his focus to investigating epigenetic mechanisms
underlying aging and complex diseases, earning him the esteemed
Vanier Scholarship in Canada. While originally from Iran, Dr. Ebrahimi
primarily grew up in Canada before venturing south of the border.
Following medical school, Dr. Ebrahimi completed a Transitional Year
internship at Riverside Community Hospital, where he actively contributed
as a member of the Program Evaluation Committee. His commitment to
community service and education has been evident throughout his career,
serving as a representative for both undergraduate and graduate students,
as well as holding a position on the Mayo Clinic Admissions committee.
Dr. Ebrahimi's professional interests revolve around cancer care,
basic-science and translational research, palliative medicine, patient
education, and health equity. He is dedicated to providing comprehensive
care to individuals battling cancer, while also striving to advance
scientific knowledge and bridge the gap in healthcare disparities.
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