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Dr. George Sawaya is an obstetrician and gynecologist. He is the director of Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center's cervical dysplasia clinic.

Sawaya's main research interest is in cervical cancer screening. He has specific interests in screening older women, issues of cost-effectiveness and cost-utility, and new approaches to population-based screening.

Sawaya earned his medical degree at the Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. He completed his residency in obstetrics and gynecology at UCSF, followed by a fellowship in the UCSF Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics.

Sawaya is a lecturer as well as author or coauthor of book chapters and articles in peer-reviewed journals.

  • Board Certifications

    American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Obstetrics and Gynecology, 1997

  • Residencies

    UCSF, Gynecology, 1994

  • Internship

    UCSF, Obstetrics, 1991

  • Education

    Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, 1990

  • Languages

    English

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    My reviews

    4.9

    Overall Experience
    108 Ratings
    About our process
    Mar 28, 2025
    Provider had already read my medical history before coming In to see me. He reviewed everything thoroughly, gave clear explanations, answered all my questions, was respectful and kind.My experience with this provider was a complete opposite to what I had experienced with another provider at another facility for the same medical issue.
    Mar 16, 2025
    Dr. Sawaya & his resident are incredible care givers.
    Mar 06, 2025
    My attending doctor is thorough in his examination n explained that I might need to come back if the result is mot favorable
    Mar 05, 2025
    The best of the best!
    Feb 28, 2025
    I was very anxious about this appointment and incredibly grateful this doctor as my care provider. He was smart, provided clear information, was empathetic and spent a lot of time pre-procedure to make sure I knew exactly what was happening.
    Feb 17, 2025
    Dr. Sawaya was so kind and listened to my concerns. He provided great feedback for my situation and I felt very comfortable chatting with him.
    Feb 06, 2025
    Dr. Sawaya is an excellent physician. He provided thorough explanations and gave me agency in making informed medical decisions. He and the nurses are very empathetic and made a challenging doctor's visit into a more positive experience.
    Jan 26, 2025
    I always have an exquisite experience with this doctor. He is thorough and efficient and takes the time to explain things well and remembers the details.
    Dec 04, 2024
    My appointment with Dr. Sawaya was one of the best medical experiences I've had. He had clearly looked at my records ahead of time, explained my condition and options thoroughly and clearly, and took my preferences into account.
    Oct 25, 2024
    I appreciate the concern and attention to my particular situation. I feel like I'm receiving the best care possible.
    Oct 24, 2024
    I appreciate how caring Dr Sawaya and nurses were
    Sep 18, 2024
    Dr Sawya and assist help so much getting through procedure
    Sep 06, 2024
    Dr. Sawaya is amazing. Thorough explanation, respected my questions and answered appropriately. He is a delight, never condescending, respectful and so well mannered. Loves his job and it shows.
    Aug 14, 2024
    Good
    Aug 11, 2024
    Dr. Sawaya is the BEST! And everyone at the dysplasia clinic was compassionate and caring.
    Jul 13, 2024
    Dr. Sawaya is simply the best! Exceptionally knowledgeable, kind, caring, compassionate, calming and a true expert at what he does. Thank you, Dr. Sawaya!
    Jul 13, 2024
    Dr. Sawaya was warm, allowed me to see my Issues, told me what we were seeing and made me feel IncludEd In the process. He didn't rush. Told me what to expect next.He was fun, warm, Informative, kind and supportive.A special experience. I'm grateful for superior medical care.
    Jun 26, 2024
    Dr. Sawaya and his medical student were phenomenal. He was so kind and patient. He listened to my anxieties and did not rush through the procedure. He was so personable and reassuring. 10/10!
    May 22, 2024
    Best ob I've had. Dr sawaya's bedside manner put my anxiety at ease and I am looking forward to making decisions on next steps with his expertise
    May 03, 2024
    Loved Dr Sawaya! He was so kind and took the time to explain everything in detail, make sure I was comfortable and understood everything. I feel so fortunate to have scheduled my appointment with him and will definitely see him for any future needs if possible.
    Apr 19, 2024
    I almost never fill out surveys. But I am so great full for the mastery of this doctor and the fabulous quality of care that I just have to say something. Thank you so much!!!
    Apr 19, 2024
    Every staff and Dr, Sawaya and his resident were really fabulous - among the best visits I have had at this incredible medical instution.
    Apr 17, 2024
    I have had a difficult time lately due to issues before I was seen by UCSF. The care I received from UCSF staff was great
    Dec 28, 2023
    Nice doctor
    Nov 17, 2023
    Excellent care/ bedside manner
    Nov 15, 2023
    Dr. Sawaya listened to me and was caring and very through
    Nov 03, 2023
    Dr.Sawaya clearly had reviewed my medical history which was reassuring. He took the time to explain everything in appropriate details and was a very kind doctor.
    Oct 22, 2023
    Dr. Sawaya is an excellent communicator. He explained my condition and the procedure as well as short and long term recovery period clearly. While I can't ever describe a LEEP procedure as "pleasant" the degree to which the team put me at ease and described the process in real time was amazing.
    Oct 19, 2023
    Dr Sawaya was very detailed and compassionate to his patient
    Sep 27, 2023
    Dr. Sawaya and his team have excellent bedside manner and put me at complete ease during a very sensitive women's health procedure. Grateful for their conscientious and thoughtful care.
    Sep 15, 2023
    My experience is always excellent! Best Dr. I Have ever worked with. Always shows concern and takes action quickly. Takes time to explain everything prior and during.
    Aug 29, 2023
    Dr Zawaya is such a kind and considerate person. He is an excellent physician and knows his profession. Walks me through every step of the way during examination. I leave the office completely free if worry.
    Aug 16, 2023
    George is the man!! Highly recommended. Exceptional. My scores were deserved. I had his full attention and he was generous in his time and info sharing.
    Jul 14, 2023
    Positive experience overall, the care provider throughly explained everything and answered all questions.
    Jul 14, 2023
    An amazing, caring, kind and informative doctor. Thank you!
    Jul 07, 2023
    Dr Sawaya exemplifies the highest ideal of professionalism, concern, geniality, patience& respect. He clearly communicates his reasoning & treatment suggestions, confirms we're in accord & when I leave it is w the feeling of being "partnered". I know my med. Knowledge is respected & that f/u to diagnostic tests will be complete & timely. Any ? I have will be thoroughly addressed. I leave the appointment feeling nurtured & supported by him and all the staff.
    Jun 22, 2023
    Dr. Sawyer is a wonderful dr. Explained everything he was doing very concerned about any pain. I'm very confident and trust him completely to fix my problem thank you
    Decorative Caduceus

    Self-collection for HPV Testing to Improve Cervical Cancer Prevention (SHIP) Trial (LMI-001-A-S...

    Will be defined as the probability of testing human papillomavirus (HPV) positive on SC sample given cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (CIN)2+. Will report point estimate and 95% confidence intervals (CIs).

    Recruiting

    Decorative Caduceus

    Self-collection for HPV Testing to Improve Cervical Cancer Prevention (SHIP) Trial (LMI-001-A-S...

    Will be defined as the probability of a positive SC sample given cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (CIN)2+. Will report point estimate and 95% confidence intervals (CIs).

    Recruiting

    Decorative Caduceus

    Self-collection for HPV Testing to Improve Cervical Cancer Prevention (SHIP) Trial (LMI-001-A-S...

    Will be defined as the probability of testing human papillomavirus (HPV) positive on SC sample given cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (CIN)2+. Will report point estimate and 95% confidence intervals (CIs).

    Recruiting

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