Mina S. Sedrak, MD, MS
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Mina S. Sedrak, MD, MS

  • Breast Medical Oncology
Average rating: 4.9
 
Santa Monica Parkside Cancer Care |

About

Dr. Mina Sedrak is an Associate Professor of Medicine and Director of the Cancer and Aging Program at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. He earned his B.A. from the University of Chicago, M.D. from Rush Medical College, and M.S. in Health Policy from the University of Pennsylvania, where he also completed his residency in internal medicine and fellowship in hematology/oncology. His research primarily centers on understanding the mechanisms underlying cancer therapy-induced accelerated aging. With this insight, Dr. Sedrak designs and develops clinical trials to test novel mechanism-based interventions aimed at mitigating, reversing, or preventing accelerated aging in cancer patients. His research has been recognized by the National Institute of Aging, receiving the Paul B. Beeson Emerging Leaders Career Development Award. In addition to his research, Dr. Sedrak actively promotes diversity and inclusion within oncology, particularly advocating for the representation of older and frail adults in cancer clinical trials. He also contributes to various scientific committees and professional societies, holding positions such as Vice Chair of the Alliance Cancer in the Older Adult Committee, Co-Chair of the Analytics Core in the Cancer and Aging Research Group, and Chair-Elect of the Research Committee for the American Society of Clinical Oncology.

Languages

English

Education

Fellowship

Hematology and Oncology, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, 2016

Residency

Internal Medicine, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, 2013

Degree

MD, Rush University/Rush Medical College, 2010

Recognitions

  • Super Doctors® Southern California Rising Stars 2024
  • 40 under 40 in Cancer Award, 2023
  • NIA K76 Paul B. Beeson Emerging Leaders Career Development Award, 2022
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Hospital Affiliations

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center

Medical Services

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Centivo
  • Cigna
  • First Health
  • Health Net of California
  • Interplan (part of HealthSmart)
  • L.A. Care
  • Medicare Advantage
  • MultiPlan
  • UFCM Health System
  • Prime Health Services
  • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
  • TRICARE
  • UnitedHealthcare

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Recognitions

  • Super Doctors® Southern California Rising Stars 2024
  • 40 under 40 in Cancer Award, 2023
  • NIA K76 Paul B. Beeson Emerging Leaders Career Development Award, 2022
  • NIA GEMSSTAR Award, 2019
  • NIA Butler-Williams Scholar, 2017
  • NCI K12 Paul Calabresi Career Development Award for Clinical Oncology, 2017

Reviews

Overall Rating:
4.9
93 total ratings | 22 reviews
5.0
February 25, 2025
I felt listened to and all my questions were answered.
5.0
February 24, 2025
Listened carefully and was very reassuring. I Ike his calm manner
5.0
February 24, 2025
Dr Sedrak is empathetic, knowledgeable, and personable and professional
5.0
February 12, 2025
We communicate well. He translates my descriptions into medical terms we both agree on. He’s not only professional but warm and confident about my treatment without sugar coating the information. I’m being treated by the right and perfect physician. Thank you UCLA!
5.0
February 11, 2025
He listened carefully to my issues and is trying to resolve them. He was very reassuring and always makes me feel comfortable and cared for.