Natalya Azadeh

Dr. Natalya Azadeh is a Pulmonary and Critical Care specialist at Mayo Clinic in Phoenix, Arizona. She serves as faculty at Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine and is affiliated with the Division of Pulmonary/Critical Care within the Department of Internal Medicine. Dr. Azadeh is also associated with the Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center and the Lung Cancer Program, where she focuses on lung cancer diagnostics and management of critically ill patients.

Dr. Azadeh's educational background includes:

• BS in Chemistry from Oregon State University (2004)
• MPH from Portland State University (2007)
• MB ChB from Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (2011)
• Internal Medicine Residency at Mayo Clinic in Arizona (2015)
• Pulmonary and Critical Care Fellowship at Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education, Rochester (2018)

Dr. Azadeh's research interests center around pulmonary medicine and critical care, with specific focus on lung cancer diagnostics, particularly pulmonary nodules and masses, advanced bronchoscopic techniques including endobronchial ultrasound and robotic-assisted bronchoscopy, interstitial lung disease, and respiratory infections. Her work bridges clinical practice with cutting-edge diagnostic technologies to improve patient outcomes in complex pulmonary conditions.

Analysis of Dr. Azadeh's recent publications (2018-2025) reveals a strong focus on advancing bronchoscopic techniques, particularly robotic-assisted platforms for lung cancer diagnostics. Her research also addresses critical care complications in respiratory diseases, the intersection of infections with interstitial lung disease, and optimizing diagnostic approaches for respiratory pathogens. The publications demonstrate a consistent trajectory of increasingly sophisticated research methods and clinical applications.

Dr. Azadeh has received numerous professional recognitions:

• Burgher Family Endowed Fellowship Award (2017)
• Spirit of Mayo Clinic Award (2014)
• David R. Sanderson Award from the Department of Internal Medicine (2014)
• Mentee Award at American College of Physicians Arizona Chapter Scientific Meeting (2020)
• Multiple awards at American College of Physicians scientific meetings for clinical cases and research

As an active educator, Dr. Azadeh serves on the Clinical Competency Committee for the Pulmonary Fellowship program and teaches in the Pulmonary Block at Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine. Her research is supported by Mayo Clinic resources and she collaborates extensively with colleagues across pulmonary medicine, critical care, and infectious disease specialties. Dr. Azadeh's work demonstrates a strong commitment to both clinical excellence and advancing the field through research and education.

Dr. Azadeh participates in multiple Mayo Clinic committees including the Cardiovascular-Pulmonary Discipline/Disease Oriented Group (as Co-Chair since 2021) and the Clinical Research Subcommittee. She also serves as Departmental Diversity Leader for the Division of Pulmonary/Critical Care, demonstrating leadership beyond her clinical and research roles.