
Overview
Bahman Saffari, MD, PhD, is board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology and fellowship trained in gynecologic oncology. Dr. Saffari is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for his patients by providing nurturing, compassionate care using the most effective, innovative surgical and medical treatments possible.Dr. Saffari is a diplomat of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, an affiliate investigator for the Gynecologic Oncology Group and a member of the Pierce County Medical Society. Dr. Saffari is fluent in Farsi and can speak medical Spanish.In his spare time, Dr. Saffari enjoys outdoor activities such as biking, hiking and kayaking.
Dr. Saffari is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. His top areas of expertise are Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Cervix, Cervical Cancer, Neonatal Ovarian Cyst, Oophorectomy, and Hernia Surgery.
His clinical research consists of participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
Insurance
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Accepted insurance plans:
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- MEDICARE MAPD
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- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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- HMO
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- INDEMNITY
- POS
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- OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
- OTHER MEDICAID
- STATE MEDICAID
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- EPO
- PPO
- PPO
- EPO
- PPO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
1708 S Yakima Ave, Suite 203, Tacoma, WA 98405
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
1 Clinical Trials
Swedish Cancer Institute Gynecologic Oncology And Pelvic Surgery - First Hill
Dr. Dan Veljovich is a multiple time recipient of the Seattle Top Doctor Award and most recently received the 2024 Seattle Magazine Top Doc Award. With an attention to respecting autonomy, calming fears and partnering with patients to help them make treatment decisions in line with their own goals, Dr. Veljovich embodies compassionate care. He feels blessed to be able to help women maintain their dignity and preserve their quality of life while undergoing surgical or medical treatments. Dr. Veljovich is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. His top areas of expertise are Ovarian Cancer, Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor, Testicular Yolk Sac Tumor, Oophorectomy, and Hernia Surgery.
Multicare Health System
Wafic Massry is a Gynecologic Oncologist and an Oncologist in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Massry is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. His top areas of expertise are Endometrial Cancer, Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor, Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Massry is currently accepting new patients.
Providence Regional Cancer System - Centralia
Cutting Edge Cancer Care – Close to Home. I am proud to be part of our Gynecologic Oncology team here at PRCS Lacey. Our Cancer Center is staffed with a comprehensive team of Board-Certified Gynecologic Oncologists, standing by to meet Gynecologic Cancer needs in Thurston County and surrounding areas. Whether navigating a new diagnosis of ovarian, uterine, vulvar, or cervical cancer – or looking for a surgeon to address a complex gynecologic need, rest assured that world class care is available right here in Olympia. We recognize that every cancer and every patient is unique. Therefore, we provide a full spectrum approach - offering minimally invasive as well as open comprehensive surgical procedures for malignancy and complex cases, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, biologics, radiation oncology, as well as adjunctive capabilities such as naturopathic medicine, physical therapy, lymphedema therapy, and clinical trials. Our cancer center in Lacey is comprehensive, cutting edge, and located all under one roof. We are proudly part of the Providence-Swedish network, with the ability to partner with nationally recognized experts in our field. We also offer clinical services in Centralia and Aberdeen – bringing care even closer to home for women in the South Puget Sound area. Come and get to know us, we are ready to help!. Dr. Ore is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. His top areas of expertise are Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor, Ovarian Cancer, Vulvar Cancer, Salpingo-Oophorectomy, and Hernia Surgery.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- AdenomyosisDr. Saffari isDistinguished. Learn about Adenomyosis.
- Cervical CancerDr. Saffari isDistinguished. Learn about Cervical Cancer.
- Endometrial CancerDr. Saffari isDistinguished. Learn about Endometrial Cancer.
- Endometrial Stromal SarcomaDr. Saffari isDistinguished. Learn about Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma.
- Lump in the AbdomenDr. Saffari isDistinguished. Learn about Lump in the Abdomen.
- Malignant Mixed Mullerian TumorDr. Saffari isDistinguished. Learn about Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor.
- Advanced
- AngiomyomaDr. Saffari isAdvanced. Learn about Angiomyoma.
- BRCA Positive Breast CancerDr. Saffari isAdvanced. Learn about BRCA Positive Breast Cancer.
- Cervical DysplasiaDr. Saffari isAdvanced. Learn about Cervical Dysplasia.
- Desmoplastic Small Round Cell TumorDr. Saffari isAdvanced. Learn about Desmoplastic Small Round Cell Tumor.
- DICER1 SyndromeDr. Saffari isAdvanced. Learn about DICER1 Syndrome.
- Endometrial PolypsDr. Saffari isAdvanced. Learn about Endometrial Polyps.
- Experienced
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Saffari isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- Bartholin Cyst or AbscessDr. Saffari isExperienced. Learn about Bartholin Cyst or Abscess.
- Bladder ReconstructionDr. Saffari isExperienced. Learn about Bladder Reconstruction.
- Bowenoid PapulosisDr. Saffari isExperienced. Learn about Bowenoid Papulosis.
- Breast CancerDr. Saffari isExperienced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Carney ComplexDr. Saffari isExperienced. Learn about Carney Complex.

