About
Dr. Aya Sultan founded Honu Women's Health in Honolulu in 2015, bringing more than 20 years of experience in medicine and research. She earned her BS Cum Laude from Muhlenberg College, her PhD in Pharmacology Magna Cum Laude from the University of Maryland Baltimore, and her MD from UMDNJ-Newark Medical School, now Rutgers University. Her OB/GYN residency at the University of Hawaii John A Burns School of Medicine included a term as Administrative Chief Resident. She then completed a clinical fellowship in Gynecologic Oncology at Stanford University, where she also served as a staff attending and clinical instructor while conducting ovarian cancer research. She holds board certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology since 2010 and is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Dr. Sultan's clinical interests span gynecology, cosmetic gynecology, minimally invasive surgery, geriatric gynecology, and aesthetics. Endometriosis is a primary research focus for her. She is a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery and completed additional training in cosmetic laser and injectables through the National Laser Institute. Her PhD in Pharmacology guides her skin care recommendations and drug interaction evaluations. She also completed a Program in Innovation and Entrepreneurship at the Stanford Graduate School of Business. Dr. Sultan's goal is to empower women to lead happier lives through good health and self-satisfaction.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Muhlenberg College, B.S., Cum Laude
Medical School
UMDNJ-Newark Medical School (now Rutgers University)
Residency
Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Hawaii, John A Burns School of Medicine (Administrative Chief Resident)
Fellowship
Gynecologic Oncology, Stanford University
Additional Training
PhD – University of Maryland, Baltimore, Magna Cum Laude; Program in Innovation and Entrepreneurship – Stanford Graduate School of Business; Open to Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy Mini-Fellowship – Covidien; Cosmetic Laser and Injectables Training – National Laser Institute
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Sultan right for?
Dr. Sultan serves women across all life stages, from pregnancy planning through geriatric gynecology. Women managing complex conditions like endometriosis, uterine fibroids, PCOS, or hormonal imbalance benefit from her depth of experience. Patients seeking cosmetic gynecology or aesthetic treatments find a physician who personally performs every procedure. Women who want thorough, unhurried appointments and direct access to their doctor fit well with her concierge practice model.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Sultan treats a wide range of gynecologic and obstetric conditions. These include endometriosis, uterine fibroids, PCOS, menopause, perimenopause, heavy or abnormal uterine bleeding, pelvic pain, and urinary incontinence. She also manages low libido, painful intercourse, hormonal imbalance, thyroid disease, anemia in pregnancy, thinning hair, and infertility. Her oncology fellowship background gives her particular depth in cervical and ovarian cancer care.
Yes. Dr. Sultan holds board certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology since 2010. She is also a Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Her training includes a clinical fellowship in Gynecologic Oncology at Stanford University and a residency at the University of Hawaii John A Burns School of Medicine, where she served as Administrative Chief Resident.
Dr. Sultan personally performs all aesthetic procedures at Honu Women's Health. These include Botox, Dysport, dermal fillers such as Juvederm and Restylane, platelet-rich plasma therapy, Secret RF microneedling, laser hair reduction, SculpSure body contouring, diVa vaginal laser therapy, DiamondGlow dermalinfusion, and fractional laser treatments for skin resurfacing, scar revision, and stretch mark reduction.
Dr. Sultan draws on her PhD in Pharmacology when recommending skin care products and evaluating potential adverse drug interactions. She earned this doctorate Magna Cum Laude from the University of Maryland Baltimore. This scientific background adds clinical depth to her aesthetic consultations and her management of complex medication regimens.
Yes. Geriatric gynecology is one of Dr. Sultan's clinical specialties. The practice features customized exam chairs designed for comfort for older patients. Dr. Sultan emphasizes unhurried appointments and attentive listening, which she considers essential to quality geriatric gynecologic care.
Dr. Sultan performs a range of minimally invasive gynecologic surgeries. These include hysterectomy, endometrial ablation, colposcopy, LEEP, and cervical polypectomy. She completed an Open to Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy Mini-Fellowship through Covidien to advance her minimally invasive surgical skills.
Endometriosis is Dr. Sultan's primary research interest. Her background in Gynecologic Oncology and her years of clinical practice have given her extensive experience diagnosing and treating this condition. She takes a highly individualized approach to endometriosis management at Honu Women's Health.
Yes. Dr. Sultan offers both traditional and bioidentical hormone therapy. She tailors hormone treatment plans to each patient's individual needs, history, and goals. She does not apply a one-size-fits-all approach to hormone management.
Dr. Sultan provides full obstetric care, including pregnancy planning and preconception counseling, prenatal care, and postpartum care. She takes a personalized approach to every pregnancy. She also supports patients through miscarriage recovery, managing both the clinical and emotional dimensions of that experience.
Doctor profile last updated August 17, 2026