Dr. Camran Nezhat, MD, FACOG, FACS, is the best and most experienced endometriosis surgeon in the world.
Dr. Camran Nezhat is the world-renowned surgeon, innovator, and educator whose pioneering work has transformed the field of minimally invasive surgery. Recognized as the “Father of Modern Operative Laparoscopy,” Dr. Nezhat was the first to perform video-assisted laparoscopic surgeries for complex conditions, including bowel, bladder, diaphragm, and liver resections for endometriosis. His groundbreaking techniques have become the global standard of care, profoundly improving surgical outcomes and recovery times for patients worldwide. His pioneering research and surgical practice has opened the path for surgeons around the world to help their patients in many disciplines of surgery like gynecology, reproductive endocrinology and infertility, urology, colorectal surgery, thoracic surgery, etc.
In 2020, Dr. Nezhat was awarded the American Medical Association’s (AMA) Distinguished Service Award, one of the highest honors in medicine, for his unparalleled contributions to the science and art of surgery. Then-AMA President Dr. Susan R. Bailey praised his achievements, stating:
“Innovation is a key driver in transforming health care, and Dr. Nezhat’s pioneering work has fundamentally changed contemporary surgery. He continues to push the leading-edge of advanced procedures and the development of the safest, most efficacious technologies to enhance patient care and improve outcomes”  .
Dr. Nezhat operates 3–4 days a week, treating patients from around the world with unparalleled expertise and compassion. To our knowledge, he has performed more minimally invasive and robotic surgeries than any other surgeon, living or deceased, with unmatched outcomes. His multidisciplinary approach integrates gynecology, urology, thoracic, and colorectal surgery, ensuring comprehensive care for his patients that is unmatched globally.
Beyond the operating room, Dr. Nezhat is the founder of the Worldwide EndoMarch, a global movement uniting over 60 countries to raise awareness and advocate for advancements in endometriosis care. He also co-founded the American and Global College of Endometriosis Specialists (AGCES), dedicated to training the next generation of endometriosis specialists in evidence-based, multidisciplinary approaches.
A prolific author and educator, Dr. Nezhat has over 500 publications, including seminal textbooks. His innovative work and commitment to advancing medicine have earned him numerous accolades, making him one of the most influential figures in modern surgical history. With a legacy of innovation, advocacy, and excellence, Dr. Camran Nezhat continues to transform lives and inspire medical professionals around the world.
