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Dr. Samine Ravanbakhsh, MD

(Samine Ravanbakhsh, M.D.)

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Specializes in: Thoracic Surgery

Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine (2012)

Professional interests include: pleurodesis, minimally invasive surgery, esophageal cancer, and more.

5779 E. Mayo Boulevard
Phoenix, AZ 85054

(480) 342-2000

Dr. Samine Ravanbakhsh, MD is a thoracic surgeon in Phoenix, AZ specializing in thoracic surgery. She graduated from Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine in 2012 and has 14 years of experience. Dr. Samine Ravanbakhsh, MD is affiliated with Mayo Clinic and MAYO CLINIC ARIZONA.

Office Locations

5779 E. Mayo Boulevard
Phoenix, AZ 85054

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Some issues Dr. Samine Ravanbakhsh, MD can help you with:

Hyperhidrosis (Excessive Sweating)

Hyperhidrosis is a medical condition where the sweat glands become overactive, leading to excessive sweating. It can occur in just one area, such as the armpits, feet, or hands; or it can be general sweating over the entire body. Hyperhidrosis can happen to people of all ages and genders. It is estimated that the condition affects as many as 3% of all people, but many are never diagnosed because they are too embarrassed to talk about their symptoms with their doctor.

When excessive sweating is the main complaint and is not related to any other condition, it is called primary hyperhidrosis. There is no known cause, but it does tend to run in families. Secondary hyperhidrosis is sweating that is caused by another medical condition, such as anxiety, cancer, hyperthyroidism, or menopause. Sometimes treating the underlying condition can improve this type of sweating.

There are tests doctors can use to diagnose hyperhidrosis. One involves simply soaking up the perspiration with paper and then weighing the paper to measure how much extra sweat is being produced. Another test, called the starch-iodine test, involves covering the body with powder. This powder turns blue in any areas where sweat is produced.

Treatment depends on the severity of the hyperhidrosis and the areas affected. Some options are:

Prescription antiperspirants, which contain aluminum chloride and work by plugging the sweat ducts. This signals the sweat glands to decrease sweat production. They work for moderate cases of hyperhidrosis and are relatively affordable.
Lontophoresis, a procedure that uses small amounts of electricity and a tray of tap water to decrease production of sweat glands in the hands or feet.
Botox, which can be injected into the nerves that control sweat glands in the underarms.
Sympathectomy, a surgery for severe cases that can be performed to cut the nerves that stimulate sweat production. Sympathectomy is most effective for hyperhidrosis of the hands. It may cause new symptoms of sweating elsewhere on the body.
Surgery to remove sweat glands, most often in the underarms.

Hyperhidrosis is a serious medical condition that causes both physical and emotional distress. Treatments are available, and support groups exist to help patients cope.

Robotic Surgery

Robotic surgery is a type of minimally invasive surgery, using a tiny opening to get inside the body instead of making a large cut. It uses small tools attached to a thin robotic arm, which is controlled by the surgeon. Robotic surgery may be referred to by the specific kind of robot that is used. The most advanced robot currently in use is called the da Vinci, and surgery using it is sometimes called da Vinci surgery.

There are many benefits to robotic surgery, both for the patient and the surgeon. Robotic surgery allows for more precise movements and increased control during very delicate surgical procedures. This makes performing surgery accurately much easier for surgeons and reduces fatigue. The smaller 'hand' of the robot can enter the body via a much smaller opening, which reduces the risk of infection and scarring and leads to a faster recovery. The robotic hands also contain tiny moveable cameras among their tools, giving surgeons a much closer view of the procedure than would be possible with traditional surgery.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Samine Ravanbakhsh, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 5%

By Volume:

excision

thoracic surgery procedures

thoracoscopic lymphadenectomy

VATS lung resection

video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery

In 2023, Dr. Samine Ravanbakhsh, MD performed more excision, thoracic (chest) surgery procedures, thoracoscopic lymphadenectomy, VATS lung resection, and video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) procedures for Medicare patients than 95% of providers in related specialties within Arizona.

Top 25%

By Volume:

VATS lobectomy

By Affordability:

hospital care

inpatient care

inpatient hospital care

In 2013, among providers in related specialties within Arizona, Dr. Samine Ravanbakhsh, MD performed more VATS lobectomy procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of them and she also had a list price for hospital care, inpatient care, and inpatient hospital care (for patient admitted to hospital) that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of them. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Samine Ravanbakhsh, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	19

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samine Ravanbakhsh, MD.

**Gender**
Male	22
Female	12

**Age**
From 65 to 74	18
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samine Ravanbakhsh, MD in 2019

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Samine Ravanbakhsh, MD treated during 2019 were hypertension, high cholesterol, cancer and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	74
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	53
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	50
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	53

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Samine Ravanbakhsh, MD treated as a thoracic surgeon in Phoenix, AZ during 2020 were thoracic (chest) surgery procedures, minimally invasive procedures, dissection and lymph node procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Samine Ravanbakhsh, MD for Medicare patients.

dissection	23
doctor visit	78
excision	23
lobectomy	17
lymph node procedures	23
minimally invasive procedures	40
thoracic (chest) surgery procedures	40

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samine Ravanbakhsh, MD.

**Gender**
Male	72
Female	39

**Age**
From 65 to 74	58
From 75 to 84	41
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samine Ravanbakhsh, MD in 2020

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Samine Ravanbakhsh, MD treated during 2020 were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	50
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	48
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	24
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	27
Diabetes	25
Dementia	0
Cancer	42

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Samine Ravanbakhsh, MD treated as a thoracic surgeon in Phoenix, AZ during 2021 were hospital care, inpatient care, dissection and thoracic (chest) surgery procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Samine Ravanbakhsh, MD for Medicare patients.

dissection	24
doctor visit	108
excision	24
hospital care	40
inpatient care	40
lymph node procedures	24
minimally invasive procedures	24
thoracic (chest) surgery procedures	24

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samine Ravanbakhsh, MD.

**Gender**
Male	92
Female	59

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	134
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	72
From 75 to 84	59
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samine Ravanbakhsh, MD in 2021

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Samine Ravanbakhsh, MD treated during 2021 were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	54
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	44
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	26
Heart Failure	26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	30
Diabetes	17
Dementia	0
Cancer	42

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Samine Ravanbakhsh, MD treated as a thoracic surgeon in Phoenix, AZ during 2022 were thoracic (chest) surgery procedures, minimally invasive procedures, dissection and lymph node procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Samine Ravanbakhsh, MD for Medicare patients.

dissection	21
doctor visit	174
excision	21
lobectomy	13
lymph node procedures	21
minimally invasive procedures	34
thoracic (chest) surgery procedures	34

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samine Ravanbakhsh, MD.

**Gender**
Male	80
Female	79

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	141
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	78
From 75 to 84	67
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samine Ravanbakhsh, MD in 2022

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Samine Ravanbakhsh, MD treated during 2022 were high cholesterol, hypertension, cancer and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	13
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	23
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	43
Diabetes	23
Dementia	8
Cancer	44

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2019 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Samine Ravanbakhsh, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Samine Ravanbakhsh, MD treated as a thoracic surgeon in Phoenix, AZ were hospital care, inpatient care, minimally invasive procedures and thoracic (chest) surgery procedures.

dissection	22
doctor visit	94
excision	22
hospital care	40
inpatient care	40
lobectomy	15
lymph node procedures	22
minimally invasive procedures	32
thoracic (chest) surgery procedures	32

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2019 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samine Ravanbakhsh, MD.

**Gender**
Female	47
Male	66

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	68
Hispanic	0
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	0
75 to 84	41
Less than 65	0
65 to 74	56

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Samine Ravanbakhsh, MD From 2019 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Samine Ravanbakhsh, MD treated were high cholesterol, hypertension, ischemic heart disease and cancer.

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	47
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	42
Asthma	10
Osteoporosis	8
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	25
Diabetes	16
Atrial Fibrillation	18
Cancer	45
Dementia	2

Education & Training

Dr. Samine Ravanbakhsh, MD graduated from Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine in 2012. She completed residency at General Surgery: Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente. She is certified by the General Surgery American Board of Surgery and has a state license in Arizona.

Medical School: Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine (2012)

Residency: General Surgery: Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente (2017)

Board Certification: General Surgery American Board of Surgery (2017)

Licensed In: Arizona

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Samine Ravanbakhsh, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Mayo Clinic

MAYO CLINIC ARIZONA

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Samine Ravanbakhsh, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.	$14,737 DAVINCI XI $7,000	Da Vinci Surgical System $4,682	DA VINCI SP $3,055
AtriCure, Inc.	$410 ATRICURE CRYOSURGICAL SYSTEM $283	AtriCure cryoICE cryoSPHERE Cryoablation System $126
Medtronic, Inc.	$298 Signia $298
Boston Scientific Corporation	$154 EXALT Model D $116	General - Biliary Devices $38
Ambu Inc.	$137 $137
Other	$226 Mitra Clip system $133	Sonicision $21	$72

**Types of Payments**
Education	$8,000
Travel and Lodging	$4,728
Food and Beverage	$3,223
Gift	$10

Biography

Dr. Samine Ravanbakhsh specializes in thoracic surgery. Her clinical interests include esophageal cancer, thoracic outlet syndrome, and video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS). She attended medical school at Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine. Dr. Ravanbakhsh has received professional recognition including the following: Mayo Clinic Experience Top Performer Award - Office of Mayo Clinic Experience, Mayo Clinic Arizona; Fellowship (FACS) - American College of Surgeons; and Carolyn E. Reed Traveling Fellowship Award - Thoracic Surgery Foundation for Research and Education. In addition to English, Dr. Ravanbakhsh (or staff) speaks Spanish and Persian. She is affiliated with Mayo Clinic.