Summary

Dr. Ivan El-Sayed is a surgeon specializing in otolaryngology and head and neck surgery. He earned his medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Boston University Medical Center. With three decades of experience in his field, Dr. El-Sayed brings extensive expertise to complex surgical cases involving the head and neck region. He speaks English with his patients.

Dr. El-Sayed practices at several prestigious medical centers in San Francisco, including University of California San Francisco Medical Center at Mount Zion, UCSF Health St. Mary's Hospital, and UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights. His clinical focus includes treating nasal polyps, nasal injuries, and nasal infections. He performs advanced procedures such as endoscopic sinus surgery and nasal endoscopy to help patients with breathing and sinus problems. Patients have given Dr. El-Sayed an average rating of 4.6 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 30 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Boston University Medical Center
  • 6 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 17 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Ivan H. El-Sayed has 2 locations

Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery Clinic

2380 Sutter St # 3San Francisco, CA 94115

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Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine Med School: A T Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Touro University Nevada College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN MEDICAL SCHOOL
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Ivan H. El-Sayed has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ivan H. El-Sayed has the following 17 areas of expertise

  • Allergies
  • Chronic Sinusitis
  • Deviated Septum
  • Facial Trauma
  • General Surgeon
  • Head and Neck Cancer
  • Hearing Loss
  • Mouth Cancer
  • Nose Cancer (Paranasal Sinus Neoplasms)
  • Otolaryngology-Head And Neck Surgery
  • Polyps
  • Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
  • Skull Base Cancer
  • Smell Disorders
  • Squamous Cell Carcinoma
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Tumors

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Boston University Medical Center

Medical School

Boston University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1996

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Ivan El-Sayed affiliated with?
Dr. Ivan El-Sayed is affiliated with University Of California San Francisco Medical Center At Mount Zion, Ucsf Health St Marys Hospital, Cpmc Van Ness Campus, and Ucsf Helen Diller Medical Center At Parnassus Heights.
Where is Dr. Ivan El-Sayed's office located?
Dr. Ivan El-Sayed's office is located at 1825 4th St, San Francisco, CA, 94143.
Does Dr. Ivan El-Sayed accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Ivan El-Sayed accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. Ivan El-Sayed speak?
Dr. Ivan El-Sayed speaks English.
Is Dr. Ivan El-Sayed accepting new patients?
Dr. Ivan El-Sayed is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Ivan El-Sayed's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

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