Kian Behbakht, MD
Specialty: Gynecologic Oncology, Cancer Research
Clinical Location
UCHealth CU Cancer Center
Anschutz Medical Campus
1665 Aurora Court
Aurora, CO 80045
Denver Health, Gynecologic Oncology
790 Delaware Street, Pavilion C
Denver, CO 80204
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Procedures & specialties
- Gynecologic Oncology
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Ovarian Cancer
- Cancer Research
About Dr. Behbakht
Dr. Kian Behbakht has more than 25 years of experience and specializes in robotic surgery and innovative new treatments for ovarian cancers.
Dr. Behbakht is Professor and Emily McClintock Addlesperger Endowed Chair in Ovarian Cancer; and Vice-Chair for Clinical Affairs, Quality and Improvement at University of Colorado. He heads the Bitler-Behbakht Lab, a research lab focusing on clinical, translational, and basic science approaches to treating ovarian cancer.
He has been named one of the “Top Docs” in Denver by 5280 magazine in the field of gynecologic oncology for 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015 and 2012. The prestigious listing has recognized Denver-area physicians cited by their peers as the top in their field for more than 20 years.
Education
- Internship, Rush University Medical Center Program
- MD, Ohio State University College of Medicine
- BS, Ohio State University
- Post Graduate Medical Education
- Fellowship, University of Pennsylvania Program, Obstetrics and Gynecology- Gynecologic Oncology
- Residency, Rush University Medical Center Program, Chief Resident, Obstetrics and Gynecology
Board Certification & Licensure
- American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology Certified in Gynecologic Oncology
- American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology Certified in Obstetrics & Gynecology
- Colorado State Medical License Active through 2021
Work Experience
- Professor and Emily McClintock Addlesperger Endowed Chair in Ovarian Cancer, Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Colorado School of Medicine
- Vice-Chair for Clinical Affairs, Quality and Improvement, University of Colorado School of Medicine
Membership Affiliations
- Medical Advisor, HERA Foundation
Awards & Recognitions
5280 Magazine “Top Doc” for Gynecologic Oncology in 2018 2017, 2016, 2015, 2012
Health Grades Honor Roll