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UCSF ObGyn&RS

Residency Program

About Me

I grew up in Los Angeles and was raised by my incredible mother who immigrated to California from Iran. I was the first person in my family born in the US and am (currently) the only person in my family with an American name! My mom raised me by herself and instilled in me a strong sense of justice for standing up for others and encouraged me to prioritize my education. I became a doctor because I felt like I had the support to do so, even though my family came from an underserved community. I have lived in Los Angeles, New York City, Southwest Virginia, and am now back in my home state of California for residency.

Why OB/GYN?

I originally wanted to become a doctor because I wanted to take care of underserved populations, particularly individuals who were left behind by the healthcare system or who faced housing or food insecurity. As I went through my medical school rotations and rotated through OB/GYN, a field I had never considered, I saw individuals working tirelessly to ensure their patients got excellent care. The physicians I worked with embodied the word ‘advocate’ and fought hard for their patients. The most incredible faculty member I worked with started her own non-profit to serve her community, and still made time for medical education, mentorship, and her family! With all that said, I also saw how unfair medical care was to pregnant people and how much of medicine suddenly did not apply because the patient had a uterus. I saw physicians going above and beyond the confines of OB-GYN to provide comprehensive care to the patient in front of them. On a personal level, I feel really connected to the patient population OB-GYN serves and I enjoy the continuity that the field provides. Getting to really know my patients drives me to become the best physician I can be. OB-GYNs work very hard, and those that I have met tend to go the extra mile to do what’s right for their patients. Plus, the variety of the specialty keeps things fun!

Why UCSF?

I did an away rotation as UCSF! I originally applied because it was one of the best programs in the country and because my partner had lived in San Francisco. When I arrived at SF General, I was greeted by the most impressive and kindest clinicians I have ever met. I saw people who cared so much about their patients, who went the extra mile to get to know them and their condition, and who were so deeply invested in making sure they got the care that they deserve. The residents I worked with on my away rotation were incredibly well-rounded, amazing human beings who happened to also be the hardest workers in the room. After spending one week at the General, I had found people that I wanted to emulate, and I knew that I had found my home. It is my goal to become a physician who serves his community, and the General is such a critical component of San Francisco. UCSF is an impressive place all around, but the training with the Ob-Gyn department is a harrowing, transformative experience that invites residents to become the best, brightest, and most awe-inspiring versions of themselves. We have the most diverse residency program in the country, and I am so fortunate to be here learning from the very best in a culture that promotes growth and equity.

Outside of Residency

Believe it or not, I have a full and rich life outside of medicine! I love music and have a robust vinyl record collection. I love going to concerts, playing guitar, and talking about music production. I also have a 3-year-old dog named Jimmy that I rescued in medical school who has driven across the country with me 2 times! I love spending time with my friends, who I consider family. My ideal day involves Dolores Park, a vegetarian burrito, my dog and my partner, Matt, and laying under the sun on a warm day.

Ganjineh, Brandon
Brandon Ganjineh, MD

Resident Physician - PGY 1

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Main Address

UCSF OB/GYN&RS Residency Program
490 Illinois Street
10th Floor, Box 0132
San Francisco, CA 94143

Location Office Phone Fax
Mission Bay (415) 476 - 5192 (415) 476 - 1811
Mount Zion (415) 353 - 9240 (415) 353 - 9509
San Francisco General Hospital (628) 206 - 3061 (628) 206 - 3112

Research/Clinical Interests: Healthcare Disparities, LGBTQ+ Health, Homelessness and Housing Insecurity, Community Medicine, Social Support, Quality of Life Drivers, Reproductive Justice, Harm Reduction, Postpartum Care, Listening and Validating Patient Concerns

Education/Training

Year

 Institution Degree Field of Study
current University of California, San Francisco Residency Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences
2024 Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine MD Medicine
2018 University of California, Los Angeles BS Psychobiology, Spanish

Research & Professional Experience

Year  
2020 - 2024 Endometrial Cancer Survivorship Researcher,  PARCI Lab
2023-2024 Voting Member, VTCSOM Admissions Committee
2021-2024 Volunteer Coordinator & Medical School Liaison, Bradley Free Clinic 
2020-2024 Student Councilmember, VTCSOM Council for Diversity and Inclusion
2021-2022 President, VTCSOM Obstetrics and Gynecology Student Interest Group 
2018-2020 Clinical Research Coordinator, Columbia University Irving Comprehensive Cancer Center

Achievements & Recognition
Year Major Honors
2024 Aequitas Health Honors Society Health Equity Fellow
2022 Virginia Tech Diversity Scholar
2021 VTCSOM Dean’s Diversity Champions Award
2020 VTCSOM IMPACT Scholarship Recipient

Poster Presentations

Brow K, Pesce M, GANJINEH B, Armbruster SD, and Harden SM. Informing a weight management intervention for endometrial cancer survivors: A RE-AIM-based brainwriting premortem; Poster presentation. 14th Annual Conference on Science of Dissemination and Implementation, Virtual, December 14-16, 2021

Nazeer S, GANJINEH B, Spivey C, and Kablinger A. Parent-Child Dynamic of Trust and Resilience in Borderline Personality Disorder; Poster presentation; American Psychopathological Association 2022 Annual Meeting; March 3 - 4, 2022; Virtual meeting.

Metsutnan V, GANJINEH B, and Emohare O. Multilevel thoracic compression fractures from chiropractic spinal manipulation: a case report; Poster presentation; 2022 Carilion Clinic Annual Research Day; March 14, 2022; Roanoke, VA.

Armbruster SD, Brow K, Locklear T, GANJINEH B, and Harden SM. Obese, rural endometrial cancer survivors’ health behaviors and lifestyle intervention preferences: What’s COVID-19 got to do with it?; Poster presentation; Society of Gynecologic Oncology 2022 Annual Meeting on Women's Cancer; March 18-21, 2022; Phoenix, AZ.

Armbruster SD, Brow K, Locklear T, GANJINEH B, and Harden SM. Obese, rural endometrial cancer survivors’ health behaviors and lifestyle intervention preferences: What’s COVID-19 got to do with it?; Poster presentation; Virginia Tech Cancer Research Alliance 2022 Retreat; March 18, 2022; Roanoke, VA.

Nazeer S, GANJINEH B, Spivey C, and Kablinger A. Parent-Child Dynamic of Trust and Resilience in Borderline Personality Disorder; Poster presentation; American Psychiatric Association 2022 Annual Meeting; May 21 – 25, 2022; New Orleans, LA.

GANJINEH B, Abel W, Reddy, S, Fagan K, and Grider D. Colonic Merkel Cell Carcinoma of Unknown Primary: Small Cell Carcinoma Outside the Usual; Poster presentation; 2022 American College of Gastroenterology Annual Meeting; October 21 - 26, 2022; Charlotte, NC.

Abel W, GANJINEH B, Reddy S, Gohil V, Yeaton P, and Grider D.Gastric Outlet Obstruction Secondary to Metastatic Breast Carcinoma 25 Years After Initial Diagnosis: A Mimic of Primary Gastric Carcinoma; Poster presentation; 2022 American College of Gastroenterology Annual Meeting; October 21 - 26, 2022; Charlotte, NC.

GANJINEH B, Alansari T, and Freidel D. First Trimester Subcapsular Hepatic Hematoma Following Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography; Poster presentation; 2022 American College of Gastroenterology Annual Meeting; October 21 - 26, 2022; Charlotte, NC.

GANJINEH B, Brow K, Harden SM, and Armbruster SD. Determining the acceptability and feasibility of a tailored lifestyle intervention for endometrial cancer survivors with obesity and their social support networks. Poster presentation; 37th Annual Mid-Atlantic Gynecologic Oncology Society Conference; November 3-5, 2022; Nashville, TN.

Armbruster SD, GANJINEH B, Brow K, Zoellner J, You W, and Harden SM. The use of the obesity-related behavioral intervention trials (ORBIT) model to proactively respond to endometrial cancer survivors’ needs and speed the development, delivery, and sustainability of a tailored lifestyle intervention. Poster presentation; 15th Annual Dissemination and Implementation Conference; December 11-14, 2022; Washington, DC.

Brow K, GANJINEH B, Harden SM, and Armbruster SD. A Mixed Methods Approach to Informing the Development of a Lifestyle Modification Program: A RE-AIM Based Brainwriting Premortem. Poster presentation; Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine Class of 2023 Research Symposium; March 31, 2023; Roanoke, VA.

Nazeer S,GANJINEH B, Spivey C, and Kablinger A. Assessing Trust and Resilience in Dyads of Mothers with Borderline Personality Disorder and Their Children. Poster presentation; Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine Class of 2023 Research Symposium; March 31, 2023; Roanoke, VA.

GANJINEH B, Brow K, Harden SM, and Armbruster SD. Taking the ‘first steps’ to a healthier lifestyle: The initial acceptability and feasibility of a health behavior intervention for endometrial cancer survivors with obesity and their social support networks. Poster presentation; Society of Gynecologic Oncology 2023 Annual Meeting on Women's Cancer; March 25-28, 2023; Tampa, FL.

GANJINEH B, Pursell S, and Nunziato J. The 4th Trimester Reboot: A State-wide Framework to Support Equitable Expansion of Prenatal and Postpartum Care. Poster presentation; 2023 Carilion Clinic Research Day; April 4, 2023; Roanoke, VA.

Frazier MC, Armbruster SD,GANJINEH B, and Harden SM. Perceptions of including yoga principles in a lifestyle behavior-change program adapted for endometrial cancer survivors. Poster presentation; The Society of Behavioral Medicine's 44th Annual Meeting & Scientific Sessions; April 26–29, 2023; Phoenix, AZ.

GANJINEH B, Brow K, Harden SM, and Armbruster SD. Determining the acceptability and feasibility of a tailored lifestyle intervention for endometrial cancer survivors with obesity and their social support networks. Poster presentation; 2024 VTCSOM Research Symposium; March 22, 2024; Roanoke, VA.

Oral Presentations

GANJINEH B, Pitoni J, and Henchel K. Evaluating “outness” at the pediatrician’s office. Oral presentation; Medical Student Pride Alliance 2022 Annual Conference; April 9 - 10, 2022; Virtual.

GANJINEH B. Pitoni J, and Henchel, K. Evaluating “outness” at the pediatrician’s office. Oral presentation; 2022 Virginia Tech Graduate School Diversity Scholar Spotlight Program; April 28, 2022; Blacksburg, VA.

GANJINEH B, Pitoni J, and Henchel, K. Evaluating “outness” at the pediatrician’s office. Oral presentation; The 2022 InclusiveVT Summit; August 10, 2022; Blacksburg, VA.

GANJINEH B, Brow K, Harden SM, and Armbruster SD. Determining the acceptability and feasibility of a tailored lifestyle intervention for endometrial cancer survivors with obesity and their social support networks. Oral presentation; 2023 Carilion Clinic Research Day; April 4, 2023; Roanoke, VA.

GANJINEH B, Canary LB, Edokobi N, & Miner A. Lost in translation: evaluating the clarity of discharge instructions among non-English speaking patients on labor and delivery. 2024 Aequitas Induction Ceremony; April 25, 2024; Roanoke, VA.

Publications

Abel W, GANJINEH B, Reddy S, Gohil V, Yeaton P, Grider D. Gastric Outlet Obstruction Secondary to Metastatic Breast Carcinoma 25 Years After Initial Diagnosis: A Mimic of Primary Gastric Carcinoma. ACG Case Rep J. 2022 Dec 26;9(12):e00933. doi: 10.14309/crj.0000000000000933. PMID: 36600794; PMCID: PMC9794252.

GANJINEH B, Abel W, Reddy S, Fagan K, Grider D. An Extraordinary Cause of Colonic Obstruction: Merkel Cell Carcinoma of Unknown Primary. ACG Case Rep J. 2023 Jun 28;10(6):e01088. doi: 10.14309/crj.0000000000001088. PMID: 37389195; PMCID: PMC10306424.

Ulin M, Edokobi N, GANJINEH B, Magann EF, Whitham MD. The Impact of Environmental and Occupational Noise on Maternal and Perinatal Pregnancy Outcomes. Obstet Gynecol Surv. 2024 Apr;79(4):219-232. doi: 10.1097/OGX.0000000000001262. PMID: 38640128.

Smith GK, Ulin MA, GANJINEH BM, Urban AR, Fuller RR, Whitham MD. The Effect of Shift Timing on Cesarean Delivery Outcomes and Operative Noise Levels. Am J Perinatol. 2024 Jun 18. doi: 10.1055/s-0044-1787738. PMID: 38889763.

Advocacy

Virginia OB-GYN Trainee Advocacy Day – Social Media Chair (2023-2024)

VTCSOM Medical Student Pride Alliance – Chapter President (2020-2024)

Bradley Free Clinic – Medical Student Liaison (2021-2024)