Hakan Cakmak

Dr. Hakan Cakmak is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology & Reproductive Sciences at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Medicine. He practices at UCSF Health with a mailing address at 499 Illinois, 6242, Box 0916, San Francisco, CA 94158 and can be reached at 415-353-3040 for practice inquiries.

Dr. Cakmak completed his medical education at Istanbul University, Cerrahpasa School of Medicine in Turkey (2003), followed by a residency in Obstetrics & Gynecology at Yale University (2011), and a fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at UCSF (2014).

His research interests focus on assisted reproduction, fertility preservation, endometriosis, pelvic pain, and minimally invasive surgical techniques including laparoscopic and hysteroscopic procedures. Current research examines gene expression regulation during egg and early embryo development, as well as strategies to prevent ovarian damage from cancer treatments. With over 40 publications in leading scientific journals, his work spans infertility treatment, fertility preservation, egg quality assessment, endometriosis, and implantation science.

Dr. Cakmak's publications reveal consistent focus on fertility preservation techniques for cancer patients, improvements in ovarian stimulation protocols, and molecular mechanisms underlying reproductive disorders. His work bridges clinical practice with basic science research to improve outcomes for patients facing infertility challenges.

• American Society for Reproductive Medicine Fertility Preservation Special Interest Group's Prize Paper Award (2013)
• Yale University John J. Meehan—Clifford R. Miller Award for academic excellence (2011)
• Yale University 'Resident of Excellence Award' for research (2011)
• Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons' Outstanding Laparoendoscopic Resident Surgeon Award (2011)
• Two President's Presenter Awards from the Society for Gynecologic Investigation (2005/2013)

Dr. Cakmak maintains an active clinical and research practice within UCSF's Center for Reproductive Health Research, with particular expertise in emergency fertility preservation protocols and management of complex reproductive endocrine disorders. His work with cancer patients requiring fertility preservation has established him as a leader in this specialized field of reproductive medicine.