--- title: "Dr. Fatemeh M. Parsian | Obstetrician in Palo Alto, CA | Sutter Health" description: "Dr. Fatemeh M. Parsian, M.D., FACOG practices Obstetrics and Gynecology in Palo Alto, CA. Accepting new patients." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-fatemeh-m-parsian-1046248650" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Find a provider](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider) / 3. Fatemeh M. Parsian, M.D., FACOG ![Fatemeh M. Parsian, M.D., FACOG](https://dyn.mktgcdn.com/p/gARZ6KY_7LUHJ8yC-fqQIthTzLzxeWueHB0gYqRQ0Rs/fit=crop,gravity=auto,dpr=2,width=230,height=230) 5/5 [(233 ratings)](https://www.sutterhealth.org/star-ratings) # Fatemeh M. Parsian, M.D., FACOG ## Obstetrics and Gynecology - Accepting new patients [795 El Camino RealPalo Alto, CA 94301](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=795+El+Camino+Real+Palo+Alto%2C+CA+94301+US) ## Schedule appointment [650-853-2917](tel:+16508532917) Jump to: - [About](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-fatemeh-m-parsian-1046248650#provider-about) - [Insurance](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-fatemeh-m-parsian-1046248650#provider-health-plans) - [Locations](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-fatemeh-m-parsian-1046248650#provider-locations) - [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-fatemeh-m-parsian-1046248650#provider-services) ## About Dr. Parsian Languages English, Farsi (Fluent), and Spanish (Basic) Gender Female Ages treated All ages Uses [My Health Online](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/my-health-online) for scheduling and messaging ### Approach to care Dr. Parsian believes obstetrics and gynecology is an extraordinary specialty. She aims to provide specialized medical and surgical care to patients during some of the most vulnerable and high-acuity moments of their lives. The relationships she has developed with her patients as an OBGYN are the most fulfilling and rewarding aspects of her career choice. ### Outside of medicine Outside of Medicine, Dr. Parsian enjoys trying out new restaurants, hiking, yoga, and animals. ## Education and training **Medical school:** American University of the Caribbean **Residency:** Hurley Medical Center, Michigan State University, Obstetrics and Gynecology ## Board certifications - Obstetrics and Gynecology ## Affiliations ### Medical groups - Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group ## Accepted insurance Search plan or carrier name **Aetna (19 plans)** ### Aetna - Aetna Choice POS II - Aetna Select EPO - Aetna Select Open Access - Aetna Signature Administrators (ASA) - Aetna Student Health Program - Health Fund HMO (aka HMO/HRA) - Health Fund POS - HMO - HMO Deductible Plans - Managed Choice POS - National Advantage Plan (NAP) - Open Access Elect Choice EPO - Open Access Managed Choice POS - Open Choice PPO - Quality Point of Service (QPOS) - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) - Copay Plan - Open Access Aetna Select - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) ACA High Deductible Health Plan POS II (ACA HDHP-POS II) - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) High Deductible Health Plan POS II (HDHP POS II) - Traditional Choice **Alignment (4 plans)** ### Alignment - Alignment Health Plan My Choice (Medicare Advantage PPO) - Alignment Health Sutter Advantage +More (Medicare Advantage HMO) - Retiree Options (Medicare Advantage HMO) - Retiree Options (Medicare Advantage PPO) **Anthem Blue Cross of California (21 plans)** ### Anthem Blue Cross of California - Advantage HMO - Advantage PPO (Tier 1) - Anthem Blue Cross HMO Saver Small Group Plan - Anthem Blue Cross HMO, also sometimes known as California Care or Rural Cal Care (includes CalPERS Traditional HMO) - Anthem Blue Cross HMO/POS (California Care Plus) - Anthem Blue Cross Individual and Family EPO Bronze/Silver/Gold/Platinum-Covered California (Pathway - EPO) - Anthem Blue Cross Individual HMO (also sometimes known as California Care) - Anthem Blue Cross Small Group HMO (also sometimes known as California Care) - Anthem Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum PPO (Prudent Buyer Plan) - Anthem High Performance Narrow Network - Anthem Medicare Preferred PPO Medicare Advantage Plans for Group Retirees - Behavioral Health Program - BlueCard - CareAdvocate PPO - Direct Access - Federal Employee Program (FEP) - PPO - GeoBlue - Indemnity - Managed Care Services - My Choice PPO - SmartSense **Blue Shield of California (24 plans)** ### Blue Shield of California - Active Choice PPO - Administrative Services Only (ASO) - Self-Funded PPO - Blue Shield $0 Cost Share PPO (IFP) - Blue Shield Access+ HMO CalPERS Limited Network - Blue Shield Access+ HMO Plan - Blue Shield Added Advantage POS (Point-Of-Service) Plan**Note:** - PPO Benefit Level - Blue Shield Bronze PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield CalPERS EPO - Blue Shield CalPERS Medicare (PPO) Employer Group Medicare Advantage - Blue Shield Gold PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Life and Health Insurance Company - Blue Shield Medicare (PPO) Employer Group Medicare Advantage - Blue Shield Minimum Coverage PPO (IFP) - Blue Shield of California PPO/EPO (aka Full Network PPO/EPO) - Blue Shield Platinum PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Silver PPO (IFP & Small Group) - BlueCard Plan - Federal Employee Program - PPO**Note:** - FEP accesses Anthem Blue Cross for Hospital Providers - Indemnity - PERS Platinum PPO - Shared Advantage - PPO/EPO and Shared Advantage Plus - PPO/EPO (Full Network PPO) - UC Care PPO - University of California HealthSavings+ - Vital Shield 900 Plans Coverage can vary, so we suggest confirming with your health plan and provider’s office before your visit. ## Care locations [Palo Alto Center](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/palo-alto-center-1043246889) 795 El Camino Real Palo Alto, CA 94301 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=795+El+Camino+Real+Palo+Alto%2C+CA+94301+US) [650-853-2917](tel:+16508532917) 650-853-6097 Sunday Closed Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday Closed **View additional hours** Sunday Closed Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday Closed ## Areas of expertise Explore the services and treatments this provider may offer. **Clinical expertise** ### Procedures - Abdominal Hysterectomy - Antepartum Fetal Surveillance - Birth control - Cesarean section - Contraception Removal - Endometrial Ablation - HPV test - Hysteroscopy - Intrauterine Device Insertion - [Minimally invasive gynecologic surgery](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/minimally-invasive-gynecologic-surgery) - [Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/prenatal-care-and-testing) - Pap smear - Postpartum Care - Vaginal delivery ### Conditions - Abnormal Uterine Bleeding - Birth Control - Endometriosis - [Gestational diabetes](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/gestational-diabetes-care) - Gynecological Conditions - Obesity - Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) - Postpartum depression - Preeclampsia - [Pregnancy](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/pregnancy-and-childbirth) - [Prenatal care](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/prenatal-care-and-testing) - Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) - [Uterine fibroids](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/fibroid-care) - Vaginitis - Vulvar Disease ### Reasons for visit - Abnormal Pap Smear - Birth Control Contraception Consultation - Gynecologic Surgery Follow Up - Support groups ## Related services offered by Sutter - [Gynecologic surgery](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/gynecologic-surgery) - [Gynecology screenings and prevention](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/gynecology-screenings-and-prevention) ## Online forms If you are coming in for your first pregnancy/prenatal visit please complete this pregnancy questionnaire prior to your appointment.
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