Afshin A Safa, MD

Dr. Safa is an Associate Professor of Radiation Oncology at UCLA School of Medicine. He is active in teaching residents and medical students in the art of bedside manners and how to help patients manage their emotional challenges while fighting cancer.Dr. Safa has practiced at Northridge Hospital Medical Center for over 20 years where he serves as the Chair of the Cancer Committee and the Medical Director of  Radiation Oncology at Leavey Cancer Center. Dr. Safa has expertise in IMRT, IGRT, Stereotactic Radiation Therapy, Stereotactic Radiosurgery, and Brachytherapy.He is recognized in  Best Doctors in America for over 15 years.He was awarded Humankindness Award by Dignity Health Hospitals for his exemplary compassionate care.

As a UCLA Professor who is active in teaching radiation oncology residents, I  teach my patients as to what  is happening to their body and what to expect both emotionally and physically when diagnosed with cancer. Positive encouragement and proper nutrition are critical in this fight. We provide state of the art cancer care  in a friendly, compassionate setting.We incorporate the latest scientific research with state-of-the-art radiation techniques in your treatment. I am committed to foster a strong relationship with each patient based on trust, open communication, and compassion. We offer integrative oncology services to support your well-being and decrease stress with nutritionists, cancer care navigators, supportive care, and relaxation services.One my patient's wrote: Going through such a difficult time, I never expected to be happy to see the smiling faces that greeted me every day let alone miss them when my treatment was over.