About Dr. Azadi
Ali Azadi, MD, MSc, MBA, FACOG, URPS
Dr. Ali Azadi is a fellowship-trained specialist in Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery (URPS). He holds a Master’s in Clinical Research and an MBA in Healthcare Management.
Training & Mentorship
He completed his Obstetrics and Gynecology residency at the University of Tennessee, Memphis (2008) and a three-year fellowship in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery under Dr. Donald Ostergard. During his training, he also received mentorship from Dr. Resad Pasic, a world leader in Minimally Invasive Gynecology.
Certifications & Expertise
Dr. Azadi is certified in MIGS (Practice Focus) and was among the first to receive the ABOG practice focus designation for Minimally Invasive Gynecological Surgeries. He specializes in robotic (da Vinci®), laparoscopic, and minimally invasive vaginal surgery, including V-NOTES hysterectomy. He offers advanced treatments for pelvic floor problems, pelvic organ prolapse, urinary and fecal incontinence, overactive bladder, interstitial cystitis, genitourinary fistulas, endometriosis, and pelvic pain.
Research & Teaching
He has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals, served as one of the editors of the 7th edition of the Urogynecology Textbook, and has presented at national and international scientific meetings, including IUGA, AUGS, and AAGL. He has helped patients nationwide with mesh complications and has performed hundreds of mesh excisions.
Awards & Recognition
Dr. Azadi has received the CREOG Faculty Teaching Award, multiple “Top Doc” honors, and Surgeon of Excellence awards such as COEMIG and SOERS.
Personal Life
He is married with two daughters and enjoys spending time with his family.
Learn More
For more information see Dr. Azadi’s CV and list of publications.
About Dr. Sawyer
Polina Sawyer, MD, FACOG
Dr. Sawyer is a fellowship-trained specialist in Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery (URPS). She completed her undergraduate degrees at the University of Maryland at College Park where she graduated with a dual degree in Neurophysiology and English Literature. She then attended Medical School at the State University of New York at Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York. She went on to complete residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia, where she completed an additional fellowship in Advanced Pelvic Surgery. Finally, she completed a three-year fellowship in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas. In her fellowship, she trained under some of the preeminent leaders in the field of urogynecology, especially in the field of pelvic anatomy.
Expertise & Clinical Focus
Her training is focused on the diagnosis and management of female pelvic floor disorders. These include common issues such as urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse, as well as complex gynecologic and urologic conditions such as those resulting from childbirth injuries, genital fistulas, bladder pain, and sexual dysfunction. In the care of her patients, she offers conservative therapy, minimally invasive vaginal, laparoscopic, and robotic reconstructive surgical options as well as the full breadth of treatment options for incontinence including both surgical and non-surgical options.
Research & Publications
Dr. Sawyer has several peer-reviewed publications, videos, and book chapters in the field of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery. Additionally, she has had numerous presentations at prestigious national and international meetings such as the American Urogynecologic Society (AUGS) and the Society of Gynecological Surgeons (SGS). Her research interests focus on the study of pelvic floor anatomy and on the role that cellular aging plays in the development of pelvic organ prolapse and other pelvic floor disorders.
Personal Life
Outside of the office, she enjoys spending time with her husband, practicing yoga, painting, and hiking.
About Dr.Tony Gaddi
Tony Gaddi
Anthony “Tony” Gaddi, MD, URPS
Board-Certified in Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery
As a specialist in Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery (URPS), I am dedicated to helping women reclaim comfort, confidence, and quality of life by addressing pelvic health conditions that are too often dismissed as part of “normal aging.” While these issues may be linked to aging or childbirth, they are treatable and no one should have to accept them as inevitable.
I offer a full range of both conservative and surgical treatment options for pelvic floor disorders, including:
- Pelvic organ prolapse
- Urinary incontinence
- Bowel incontinence
- Recurrent urinary tract infections
- Pelvic pain, bladder pain, and pain with intercourse
These are often sensitive topics, and I take pride in creating a safe, compassionate environment from the first visit. I spend time listening to patients, thoroughly explaining their condition, and guiding them through treatment options that suit their lifestyle and goals.
I am dual board-certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery, with over a decade of post-fellowship experience. I continually incorporate clinically proven advancements into my practice and serve as a surgical consultant and Key Opinion Leader (KOL) for several medical device companies where I am involved in surgeon education.
My recent recognition includes being named a 2024 Medtronic InterStim Center of Excellence and 2024 Axonics Bulkamid Center of Excellence, distinctions awarded for clinical expertise and high-quality outcomes in advanced pelvic floor therapies.
Before transitioning into the private sector, I served as Chair of Women’s Health at David Grant Medical Center during my tenure as a U.S. Air Force officer. I was honorably discharged as a Lieutenant Colonel after earning recognition as Surgical Squadron Field Grade Officer of the Year.
Outside of work, I enjoy cooking, staying active, playing golf and pickleball, participating in shooting sports, and spending quality time with my wife and children.
Education & Medical Training
- Medical Degree: St. George’s University School of Medicine, Grenada, West Indies
- Residency: Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Stamford Hospital / Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, Stamford, CT
- Fellowship: Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery, University of California Irvine Medical Center, Orange, CA
About Dr. Marisa Cornejo
Marisa Cornejo
Dr. Marisa Cornejo is a fellowship-trained Urogynecologist and board-certified Obstetrician-Gynecologist. She completed her undergraduate studies at Columbia University and received her medical degree from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City. She then completed residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Albert Einstein College of Medicine/Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx, New York, where she was recognized with multiple awards for her excellence in teaching, surgical skill, and commitment to patient care.
Dr. Cornejo pursued subspecialty training in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation in Cleveland, Ohio. Her fellowship provided comprehensive expertise in the evaluation and management of female pelvic floor disorders, including urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, childbirth injuries, and complex gynecologic and urologic conditions. She received advanced training in conservative management, office-based procedures, and a full spectrum of surgical options. This included extensive experience in advanced vaginal surgery, laparoscopic and abdominal reconstructive techniques, and robotic-assisted surgery.
Her expertise encompasses minimally invasive approaches for prolapse and incontinence surgery, mesh revision and removal, complex fistula repair, and reconstructive options tailored to individual patient needs. She is dedicated to offering her patients the safest, most effective, and least invasive treatment plans available.
Dr. Cornejo has contributed to numerous peer-reviewed publications, book chapters, and national conference presentations in the fields of urogynecology and plastic and reconstructive surgery. In addition to her clinical and research accomplishments, Dr. Cornejo has held leadership roles and teaching positions throughout her training, reflecting her passion for medical education and mentorship.
Outside of medicine, she enjoys hiking with her two German Shepherds and spending time with her family.
