Meet The Clinicians
Learn more about the educational background and focus of study of the diverse group of physicians I have interviewed for my podcast segment "Conversations with Clinicans"
Dr. Anoosha Ghodsi MD
OBGYN
Dr. Anoosha Ghodsi‑Shirazi, MD, is a highly experienced, board‑certified Obstetrician‑Gynecologist based in San Diego, CA. With nearly three decades of clinical practice, she brings deep expertise in women’s health, obstetric and gynecologic care, laparoscopic surgery, and maternal wellness.
Education & Experience
Doctor of Medicine, Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science — Class of 1998
Residency in Obstetrics & Gynecology, Mount Sinai Hospital Medical Center of Chicago — completed around 2002
American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABMS®)
Certified in Obstetrics & Gynecology
Co‑directs the Maternal Wellness Program at Kaiser Permanente Southern California
Awards & Recognitions
Named a “Top Doc” by San Diego Magazine on multiple occasions (2016 & 2018)
Earned Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services in 2011
Attached below are the audio recording of the interview as well as a downloadable PDF of the Interview's Transcript. The full transcript is also posted within Health as A Whole Blog under Conversations with Clinicians.
Dr. Reza Shirazi, MD, EE
Radiation Oncologist
Dr. Reza Shirazi, MD, EE, FACRO, is a distinguished radiation oncologist based in San Diego, highly regarded for his expertise in advanced, precision radiotherapy techniques. With a robust foundation in engineering and applied physiology, complemented by over two decades of clinical and research experience, Dr. Shirazi combines scientific rigor with compassionate care. He is consistently recognized among the region’s Top Doctors and holds key leadership roles in cancer advocacy and academic medicine.
Education & Experience
B.S. in Electrical Engineering (Magna Cum Laude), Minor in BiologyCalifornia State University, Los Angeles (1996)
M.S. in Applied Physiology & M.D.Chicago Medical School, Rosalind Franklin University (2001)
Internship in Internal MedicineLoyola University Medical Center (2002)
Residency in Radiation Oncology (Chief Resident 2005–2006) University of Cincinnati Barrett Cancer Center (2006)
Board-Certified in Radiation Oncology by the American Board of Radiology (2007)
Adjunct Professor, Department of Physics, San Diego State University — since 2016
Awards & Recognitions
Recognized as San Diego’s “Top Doctor” by San Diego Magazine and the San Diego County Medical Society in multiple years: 2010, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023
Fellow of the American College of Radiation Oncology (FACRO) - 2020
RSNA Roentgen Resident/Fellow Research Award — 2006
ACRO Prostate Cancer Fellowship Scholarship — 2006
Outstanding Engineer of the Year (NASA & JPL) — 1996
Honors from Tau Beta Pi, Eta Kappa Nu, Phi Kappa Phi, Alpha Gamma Sigma (National Honor Societies)
Field of Specality
Dr. Shirazi excels in advanced radiation therapy modalities, with particular sub‑specialties including:
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CyberKnife® stereotactic radiosurgery for precision targeting of tumors
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Intensity-Modulated Radiotherapy (IMRT) and Image-Guided Radiotherapy (IGRT)
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Treatment of prostate, breast, pancreas, gastrointestinal, and brain tumors
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Use of SpaceOAR hydrogel to protect normal tissue in prostate cancer therapy
Research
Authored and co-authored several peer-reviewed journal articles, focusing on prostate cancer SBRT (stereotactic body radiation therapy), HDR-like regimens, CyberKnife applications, and treatment toxicity outcomes
Presented multiple abstracts and posters at national scientific meetings, including ASTRO and RSNA conferences, particularly on CyberKnife therapy for pancreatic and prostate cancer
Conducted clinical research trials, such as CyberKnife radiosurgery for prostate cancer and SBRT re-treatment of recurrent disease
Attached below are the audio recording of the interview as well as a downloadable PDF of the Interview's Transcript. The full transcript is also posted within Health as A Whole Blog under Conversations with Clinicians.