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Dr. Michael Pourdehnad is a hematologist-oncologist who specializes in cancers that originate in blood-forming tissues or immune system cells. He also has expertise in noncancerous blood disorders.

Pourdehnad is a physician-scientist, a medical doctor who devotes much of his time to research. In addition to treating patients, he is dedicated to developing novel therapies for cancer patients with especially challenging cases. In this capacity, he works with the biotechnology company Celgene to translate research discoveries into new treatments for blood cancers.

After earning his medical degree from the Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University School of Medicine and Science, Pourdehnad completed a residency in internal medicine at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, where he served as chief resident. He then completed a fellowship in adult hematologic malignancies and blood and marrow transplantation at UCSF.

  • Board Certifications

    American Board of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology, 2014

    American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine, 2008

  • Fellowships

    UCSF, Hematology - Oncology, 2012

  • Residencies

    Mount Sinai School of Medicine, Internal Medicine, 2009

    Mount Sinai School of Medicine, Internal Medicine, 2008

  • Internship

    Mount Sinai School of Medicine, Internal Medicine, 2006

  • Education

    Rosalind Franklin University, 2005

  • Languages

    English

Connection with my patients and their challenges inspires and drives my efforts to develop innovative new therapies.

Where I see patients (1)

    My reviews

    4.9

    Overall Experience
    49 Ratings
    About our process
    Feb 08, 2025
    Dr Pourdehnad is knowledgeable, professional, and easy to talk to. He listens to questions and responds in easy to understand language.
    Nov 19, 2024
    Dr. Pourdehnad is very thorough and explains his treatment plan well.
    Aug 20, 2024
    We chat/check in every 3 months. Everything is great, no issues so it is a quick visit.
    May 22, 2024
    We are now in a pattern for treatment so things are going well. It's straightforward and there are no issues.
    Mar 21, 2024
    Great job Dr. Pordenaud!
    Jan 06, 2024
    Great bedside manner and communication skills.
    Nov 21, 2023
    Dr. Pourdehnad was thorough in discussing my diagnosis, treatment, and side effects.
    Aug 29, 2023
    UCSF, takes care of all of our medical. We don't mind driving 2 1/2 to 3 hours one way to experience the wonderful care we receive upon every visit.

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