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Rodina Vatanparast,

M.D.

Medical Oncologist and Hematologist

5 (134 Ratings)
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Location
City of Hope South Bay
5215 Torrance Blvd.
Torrance, CA 90503
Specialties
Medical Oncology
Education
Medical school:

St. George's University School of Medicine, St. George's, Grenada

Residency:

Internal Medicine - Drexel University College of Medicine/Hahnemann University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA

Academic Appointments
  • Assistant Clinical Professor, Department of Medical Oncology & Therapeutics Research
About Me

For Rodina Vatanparast, M.D., medical training began early at King Drew Medical Magnet High School, affiliated with UCLA Medical Center — where she engaged in cancer research in the lab. That early experience inspired her to specialize in hematology-oncology, where she could combine scientific discovery with leading-edge care. 

Now part of City of Hope® South Bay, Dr. Vatanparast is proud to offer patients the latest in personalized cancer care within an empowering environment. She believes in working closely with each patient to help them understand their options and make confident, informed decisions about their treatment. 

Over her career, Dr. Vatanparast has served as chief medical resident responsible for over 150 internal medicine residents, participated in more than 80 clinical trials and chaired several committees. She’s also published work in top medical journals such as the Journal of Clinical Oncology, Blood and the British Medical Journal. 

Dr. Vatanparast has been named a “Super Doctor of Los Angeles” multiple times and earned a spot on Los Angeles Business Journal’s “Top Doctor” list in 2021.

Patient reviews
The patient ratings and comments on this page are obtained from an external Press Ganey® outpatient survey provided to all eligible City of Hope patients within one to two weeks of their treatment occurrence. Raw data from the answers to the survey questions about our physicians are calculated by Press Ganey into a one- to five- star rating. In the spirit of transparency, all patient comments are posted as written by the patient, whether they are positive or negative. We only exclude comments if they are deemed to be slanderous or libelous, contain profanity or vulgar language, or do not relate to the patient's experience with the doctor involved. As a result, the comments are the views and opinions of the patients surveyed and are not endorsed by, and may not necessarily reflect the opinion of, City of Hope.
Apr 28, 2026
5.0
"I wish all my Dr's were as prepared, concerned and professional as she is."
Apr 25, 2026
5.0
"Dr Vatanparast is compassionate, caring, good listener."
Mar 24, 2026
5.0
"Dr. Vatanparast was the best doctor I've seen in many years. She was recommended by a friend. It was my first time to see her but she made me feel like an old friend. She had all the information about my lung cancer and explained so well that I didn't have to ask many questions. She made me feel better and positive that I can now move forward with my treatment. I want to thank her and give her a big hug. She made difference in most difficult time of my life."
Mar 22, 2026
5.0
"Always great"
Mar 22, 2026
5.0
"Always excellent"
Feb 22, 2026
5.0
"Dr. Rodina Vatanparast is THE BEST!"
Feb 19, 2026
5.0
"Excellent provider and all nurses and receptionist"
Jan 23, 2026
5.0
"I can say only nice things from arrival to the end.All good!"
Jan 21, 2026
5.0
"Good"
Jan 21, 2026
5.0
"Great experience"
Dec 18, 2025
5.0
"Always good"
Dec 18, 2025
5.0
"It's always great"
Nov 24, 2025
5.0
"Dr. Vatanparast is the sweetest Oncologist. She cares about her patients."
Nov 24, 2025
5.0
"Everyone at City of Hope is always so nice and helpful."
Nov 23, 2025
5.0
"Love her- she is the best!"
Nov 19, 2025
5.0
"Dr Vatanparast is the best!"
Oct 19, 2025
5.0
"Dr. VATANPARAST Is the best! I brag about her to anyone with cancer. She and [...] are the best and 99% of the staff are outstanding!!! THE BEST MEDICAL FACILITY!!"
Oct 6, 2025
5.0
"I love my doctor!"
Sep 24, 2025
5.0
"I will always recommend it."
Sep 24, 2025
5.0
"I would recommend to my doctor to my family and friends people who need to be treated for the problem for which I was treated."
Aug 23, 2025
5.0
"One of the very best Drs I have! Thank you for caring"
Aug 13, 2025
5.0
"Always recommend to others"
Aug 13, 2025
5.0
"It's always a good experience"
Aug 8, 2025
4.9
"Good"
Aug 8, 2025
4.9
"Good"
Jul 26, 2025
5.0
"Dr Vatanparast always shows she has time for me and cares."
Jul 17, 2025
5.0
"Doctor Vatanparast is wonderful. Knowledgeable and kind."
Jul 8, 2025
5.0
"Dr. V is always so compassionate. She is never in a rush and listens keenly to my concerns."