Payam Katebi Kashi, MD, PhD
is a nationally recognized surgeon–scientist, physician executive, and thought leader in women’s health. He currently serves as Chief Research and Innovation Officer and Director of Clinical Operations, roles that reflect his dual commitment to advancing surgical science and improving healthcare delivery systems. As Co-Founder and Chief of Global Surgical Mission, Dr. Kashi is equally dedicated to extending life-changing care beyond borders, ensuring that innovative surgical techniques reach underserved populations worldwide.
Payam Katebi Kashi, MD, PhD
is a nationally recognized surgeon–scientist, physician executive, and thought leader in women’s health. He currently serves as Chief Research and Innovation Officer and Director of Clinical Operations, roles that reflect his dual commitment to advancing surgical science and improving healthcare delivery systems. As Co-Founder and Chief of Global Surgical Mission, Dr. Kashi is equally dedicated to extending life-changing care beyond borders, ensuring that innovative surgical techniques reach underserved populations worldwide.
Renowned for his pioneering research and surgical expertise, Dr. Kashi has developed and refined advanced approaches in vaginalplasty, women’s cancer surgeries, and minimally invasive gynecological procedures. His work has been instrumental in setting new standards for patient outcomes, safety, and recovery, earning him national recognition as both a clinician and innovator. With a background rooted in rigorous scientific inquiry, he bridges the gap between the laboratory and the operating room, continually integrating cutting-edge research into practical surgical applications.
Beyond his surgical and research achievements, Dr. Kashi is an accomplished physician executive who leads with a vision for integrated, patient-centered care. He has guided large clinical teams, implemented innovative operational frameworks, and championed policies that elevate the standard of women’s healthcare across institutions.
Proud of his Iranian and Jewish heritage, Dr. Kashi brings a deeply personal perspective to his work, one that honors tradition while driving progress.
Dr. Kashi’s career embodies the fusion of science, surgery, and leadership. Whether in the operating room, research lab, boardroom, or on mission abroad, he remains committed to shaping the future of women’s health through innovation, compassion, and global impact.
