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Fadi Abu Shahin
MD, FACOG
Gynecologic Oncologist
Languages spoken
English
Expert in
Gynecologic oncology
Overview
Dr. Fadi Abu Shahin believes the best outcome for women with cancer is achieved through an educated partnership between the treating physician and the patient. It is essential to provide women with potential or diagnosed cancer a clear knowledge of their disease and all aspects of the available treatment options. Dr. Abu Shahin is trained in minimally invasive surgery and state-of-the-art robotic surgery for the treatment of gynecologic malignancies. He is also a pioneer in adopting single incision (scarless) laparoscopic surgery in Southwest Florida. His special interest and experience in basic and clinical research allows him to offer his patients access to current clinical trials emphasizing the most advanced treatment options and technologies. His background in palliative care allows a broader approach in fighting cancer while maintaining good quality of life and symptom control.
Current position(s)
- Head of Gynocologic Oncology in the Lee Health Systems
- Florida Gynecologic Oncology - Gynecologist, Fort Myers, FL
- Head for Gynocologic Oncology in the Lee Health Systems
- Florida Gynecologic Oncology, Gynecologist Fort Myers, FL
- Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Chief Resident, Chicago, IL
- Cleveland Clinic, Gynecologic Oncology, Cleveland, OH
- Cleveland Clinic, Gynecologic Oncology, Cleveland, OH
Accomplishments
- Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society (AOA), 2005 – present
- Gallaway Fellowship in gynecologic oncology, Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, 2004
- Award of Appreciation from Damascus University, 1999
- Diplomas in Academic Excellence, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999
- Castle Connolly Regional Top Doctors 2018
- Compassionate Doctor Recognition 2011, 2012, 2014, 2015, 2018
- Patient’s Choice Award 2011, 2012, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2018
- On-time Doctor Award 2014, 2015
- Top 10 Doctor Award 2014
- Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy as a Boost Alternative to Brachytherapy for Primary Gynecologic Cancer: Disease Control and Quality of Life Outcomes From a Phase II Trial
- Z061520152 Mantz CA, Abu Shahin F, Sandadi S, Orr J., 2015, ASTRO Annual Meeting