Roy Handelsman, MD, FACOG

Reproductive Endocrinologist and Infertility Specialist

Meet Dr. Roy Handelsman, MD, FACOG

Dr. Roy Handelsman of HRC Fertility Encino.

HRC Fertility Encino is proud to welcome Roy Handelsman, MD to our group of award-winning physicians.

Dr. Roy Handelsman, MD, FACOG, is a board-certified Obstetrician-Gynecologist (OB/GYN) and fellowship-trained Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (REI) specialist who combines technical expertise with a deeply human approach to patient care. Known for his clear communication, attentiveness, and empathy, Dr. Handelsman is committed to helping each patient feel informed, supported, and empowered throughout their fertility journey. He understands how overwhelming fertility treatment can feel and is passionate about making the process feel more affirming and approachable for every individual and couple.

Dr. Handelsman earned his undergraduate degree in Computer Engineering with honors from UC Santa Barbara and received his medical degree from the University of Miami, where he was inducted into the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. He completed his OB/GYN residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, where he received multiple awards recognizing academic excellence, surgical skill, and compassionate care. He went on to complete his REI fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center’s Magee-Womens Hospital, a nationally recognized leader in clinical care and the largest research institute in the U.S. devoted to women’s health and reproductive medicine.

Dr. Handelsman has contributed to a growing body of research in reproductive medicine, with a particular focus on uncovering the genetic causes of recurrent pregnancy loss. His work also spans areas such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), preimplantation genetic testing, and fertility preservation. His background in engineering informs a methodical and analytical approach to complex fertility challenges. He is a member of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM), and the Society for Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (SREI). He provides respectful, inclusive, and highly individualized care to patients of all backgrounds and family structures.

Whether navigating complex diagnoses or routine fertility care, Dr. Handelsman is known for his calm demeanor, problem-solving mindset, and deep respect for each patient’s experience. He is honored to support you throughout your family-building journey, offering clarity, compassion, and clinical excellence at every stage, from early evaluation to advanced treatments such as in vitro fertilization (IVF), egg freezing, and preimplantation genetic testing (PGT).

Please call 1.866.472.4483 to be added to the waiting list to see Dr. Handelsman.

 

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Education:

Undergraduate: University of California, Santa Barbara – College of Engineering Santa Barbara, CA Bachelor of Science (BS),
Computer Engineering – Honors

Medical School: University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
(UMMSM) Miami, FL Doctor of Medicine (MD)

Residency: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Los Angeles,
CA Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Fellowship: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center – Magee-Women’s Hospital Pittsburgh, PA Fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility

Professional Associations/ Societies

  • 2014 American Medical Association (AMA)
  • 2015 American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)
  • 2018 Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society (AOA)
  • 2020 American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM)
  • 2022 Society for Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (SREI)

Honors and Awards

2012 First place winner; Engineering capstone project, “Kinect Cameraman” partnered with NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL); University of California Santa Barbara; Santa Barbara, CA

2015 Dr. Robert C. Knapp medical student award scholarship in gynecologic oncology practice and research; University of Miami; Miami, FL

2018 Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Honor Medical Society induction; University of Miami; Miami, FL

2021 Standing Ovation for Quality Service; Cedars-Sinai; Los Angeles, CA

2021 Council on Resident Education in Obstetrics and Gynecology (CREOG) Score Award; Cedars-Sinai; Los Angeles, CA

2021 First place winner; Fundamentals of Laparoscopic Surgery (FLS) skills competition; Cedars-Sinai; Los Angeles, CA

2022 Circle of Friends recipient; Cedars-Sinai; Los Angeles, CA

2022 Leo G. Rigler Award; Cedars-Sinai; Los Angeles, CA

Professional Experience

Associate Research Coordinator, Director of IT & Outreach. America

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Encino, CA 91436

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