About Me
As a medical oncologist, I manage all types of genitourinary malignancies, such as prostate, testicular, kidney and male genitalia cancers, yet my primary focus is clinical bladder cancer care. I was rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction in 2014, 2016 and 2017.
I was first trained in medicine at the University of Tehran and later studied internal medicine at the University of Buffalo, where I also conducted research at the Roswell Park Memorial Cancer Institute. I currently serve as an assistant professor in the Department of Internal Medicine at The Ohio State University.
As a member of the Molecular Carcinogenesis and Chemoprevention Program at the OSUCCC – James, my research focuses on epigenetic modifications and experimental therapeutics for genitourinary cancers. One of my recent research projects suggests that sorafenib, an oral multikinase inhibitor, could have off-target effects on cytokine-induced signal transduction in immune effector cells.
I have co-authored many articles in well-respected publications, including Cancer Chemotherapy and Pharmacology, Journal of Immunology, Journal of Proteome Research and Journal of Magnetic Resonance Imaging. Additionally, I have collaborated with other specialists on studies of bladder cancer prevention with unconventional dietary and nutritional strategies.
What I enjoy most about working at The James is the tremendous desire of my peers to work together to provide optimal care for patients. With our multidisciplinary approach — a combination of research, education and care — patients receive unparalleled treatment. This is a special place that provides the latest technology, knowledge and resources as we strive toward a cancer-free world.
Highlights
- Rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction, 2016-2019
Additional Languages I Speak
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Urologic Cancers
- Male Genitalia Cancers
- Penile Cancers
- Urethral Cancers
- Ureteral Cancers
- Prostate Cancers
- Bladder Cancer
- Testicular Cancers
- Kidney Cancers
- Prostate
- Urogenital Cancers
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran
10/1/1984 - 11/1/1991
Graduate
Loma Linda University School Of Medicine, Loma Linda, CA
9/27/1999 - 6/9/2000
Internship
SUNY at Buffalo-Emergency Medicine GME, Buffalo, NY
6/1/2000 - 6/1/2001
Residency
SUNY at Buffalo-Emergency Medicine GME, Buffalo, NY
6/1/2001 - 6/1/2003
Fellowship
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH
7/1/2003 - 6/30/2005
Board Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology
11/17/2005
Academic Information
My Department
Internal Medicine
My Division
Medical Oncology
Reviews
The overall patient satisfaction rating is an average of all patient responses to the six doctor communication related questions shown below from the Clinician and Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems survey. For additional information about the patient satisfaction survey, please visit our Patient Satisfaction Survey page.
The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their view and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Ohio State Wexner Medical Center.
157 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.9 out of 5
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Kept you informed about your condition and treatment
4.9 out of 5
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Amount of time spent with you
4.8 out of 5
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Concern for your questions and issues
4.9 out of 5
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Skill and knowledge
4.9 out of 5
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Overall quality of care
4.9 out of 5
Consulting and Related Relationships
At The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, we support a faculty member’s research and consulting in collaboration with medical device, research and/or drug companies because a faculty member’s expertise can guide important advancements in the practice of medicine and improve patient care. In order to provide effective management of these relationships, the University requires annual disclosures from all faculty members with external interests related to their University responsibilities.
As of 09/30/2022, Dr. Mortazavi has reported relationships with the companies or entities listed below. If you have questions about the relationships listed below, please ask the faculty member. If you have questions about how these relationships are monitored by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, please contact our Compliance Office.
Both Pohar an Mortazavi ar fantastic
I've neither met nor heard of another Doctor I would choose for my care other than my Doctor!
Excellent
Dr. Mortazavi and his staff are amazing. They definitely are concerned about helping their patients. I am blessed to be treated by them.
I am blessed to receive such good care from a dedicated physician and staff at The James. I have full confidence in their professionalism working together me me to achieve the best possible outcome.
Very good doctors
Proactive
Dr Mortazavi and his staff are wonderful! He always takes time to answer my questions. I was referred to him and came up from Cincinnati for treatment. I recently moved to Illinois and still drive back to Columbus for checkups.
Good
Dr. Mortazavi was very professional, knowledgeable, understanding and compassionate. He spent a long time making sure all of our questions and concerns were addressed, as well as, explaining the next steps involved in curing my cancer.
Care providers are top notch people. Dr. Mortazavi and hiss staff are the BEST!!
Dr. Mortazavi provides care well above & beyond any level ever expected!
Dr. And staff are always excellant
He is the BEST! God's gift to cancer patients.
Dr. Mortazavi is a very caring and compassionate doctor. I am so grateful for him and his staff.
We really like Dr. Mortazavi. He always addresses any concerns and never makes us feel rushed. Explains and gives answers in "easy to understand" terms.
I trust Dr. Mortazavi explicitly.
Dr. Mortazavi and staff always discuss ongoing treatment, proposed changes and listened to concerns & answer questions.
Love doctors very kind and helpful and caring. Very happy with my care.