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Dr. Ali Aminian, MD

(4 Ratings)

Specializes in: General Surgery

Professional interests include: minimally invasive surgery, upper gastrointestinal (GI) surgery, abdominal surgery, and more.

9500 Euclid Avenue Mail Code M61
Cleveland, OH 44195

(216) 445-3030

Dr. Ali Aminian, MD is a general surgeon in Cleveland, OH specializing in general surgery. Dr. Ali Aminian, MD is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic and Cleveland Clinic Main Campus.

Office Locations

Address:

9500 Euclid Avenue Mail Code M61
Cleveland, OH 44195

Some issues Dr. Ali Aminian, MD can help you with:

Gastric Bypass Surgery

Gastric bypass surgery is a procedure that promotes weight loss by reducing the stomach and altering how the digestive system absorbs and processes food. The procedure treats morbid obesity, where one's weight impairs day-to-day function or poses serious health risks. Gastric bypass surgery is used only after other weight loss treatments are unsuccessful.

Generally, gastric bypass surgery is performed on patients who have a BMI of 40 or greater, or a BMI of 35 or greater with a weight-related health condition such as type 2 diabetes. Bariatric surgeons frequently expect patients to first attempt natural weight loss for about six months to prove to the surgeon that the patient is capable of maintaining a post-surgery diet and exercise regimen.

For obese patients, gastric bypass surgery has many potential health and weight benefits. Gastric bypass surgery restricts the amount of food the stomach contains, as well as:

Reduces the calories the stomach absorbs
Alters gastrointestinal hormones, which help to heal obesity-induced metabolic syndrome
Suppresses appetite
Alleviates conditions caused or exacerbated by obesity, such as obstructive sleep apnea, heart disease, and type 2 diabetes
Contributes to mental health by improving self-esteem

During gastric bypass surgery, the stomach is stapled to reduce its size, and a small hole is created in the stomach and attached to the middle section of the small intestine. This direct connection between the stomach and the middle of the small intestine creates a channel for some food to bypass the normal route. By bypassing the upper small intestine and larger region of the stomach, food is not fully absorbed and patients do not retain the same amount of calories as before. This procedure is also sometimes referred to as "Roux-en-Y" gastric bypass surgery. Some bariatric surgeons may perform a "laparoscopic bypass" which uses a tiny camera (laparoscope) to guide the procedure.

Gastric bypass surgery is performed with general anesthesia and as preparation, a liquid diet is required for two weeks prior to undergoing the surgery. After the surgery, patients will spend about two days in the hospital and may miss work for two to three weeks. In the first month after the surgery, patients are only able to consume small portions of liquid or soft food. Even after reintroducing solid food, patients feel full quickly, sometimes after eating just two or three tablespoons. Some patients experience "dumping syndrome" (rapid processing of food into the small intestine), which is common during the recovery process. Gastric bypass surgery patients must also make permanent lifestyle changes. For example, gastric bypass patients are required to take vitamins for life after surgery and required to forever avoid certain foods, such as alcohol, sugar, and high fat food.

While the gastric bypass recovery process can be challenging, surgery results are usually swift: most gastric bypass surgery patients lose nearly half to two thirds of their starting weight within two years of surgery.

Laparoscopic Surgery

Laparoscopic surgery is a kind of minimally invasive surgery using a thin, narrow tube called a laparoscope. Usually performed on the abdomen or the pelvic region, the surgeon makes a few very small incisions instead of one large one.

During the procedure, the surgeon inserts the laparoscope, which contains a light and camera that allows the surgeon to see what is happening inside the body. Then tiny tools are placed through the small openings and used to perform the surgery.

The most common laparoscopic surgery is gallbladder removal, but laparoscopic surgery may also be used for the removal of a kidney or appendix, to treat certain cysts and tumors, for bariatric surgery, for some GERD treatments, or for hernia repairs, among others.

Because laparoscopic surgery only uses a few tiny incisions, the scars are minimal and recovery is easier than with open surgery.

Weight Loss Surgery (Bariatric Surgery)

Bariatric or weight-loss surgery is a surgical procedure performed to help significantly obese patients lose weight when more traditional methods, such as dieting and exercise, have not helped. Depending on the type, these surgeries change the gastrointestinal tract to limit how much food can be eaten and also change how food is absorbed by the body. Of the various bariatric surgeries available, the most common is gastric bypass.

By far the most common of the gastric bypass surgeries is called Roux-en-Y. During this surgery, part of the stomach and small intestine are detached from the gastrointestinal tract, in order to make the tract smaller. The surgeon divides the stomach into two parts. The working stomach, at the end of the esophagus, is now tiny - only the size of a walnut. This makes patients feel full after eating a small amount of food. Then the small intestine is also divided, and after bypassing a section of the small intestine to reduce food absorption, the intestine is attached to the small stomach pouch. The patient now has a working stomach and intestine like before, only much smaller.

Because gastric bypass is used to treat extreme obesity, it can reduce the risk of some of the problems associated with obesity. Gastric bypass can help treat or reduce the risk for such conditions as heart disease, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, and type 2 diabetes. However, it is a major surgery and also carries risks itself. Any surgery can lead to infection, bleeding, or blood clots, and weight loss surgery in particular carries risks of leaks in the gastrointestinal system, malnutrition, bowel obstructions, and vomiting.

Typically patients are considered candidates for gastric bypass surgery if they have a BMI greater than 40, or sometimes if they have a BMI between 35 and 40 but are suffering from obesity-related illnesses such as diabetes. The outlook is generally good, with most patients losing between 50-75% of their excess weight in 1-2 years. However, patients must follow strict diet guidelines so that the stomach can heal, starting with no food at all, then followed by a liquid diet for some time. For many severely obese patients who have tried strict diets before without success, gastric bypass surgery is the tool that allows them to finally achieve their weight loss and health goals.

In The News (see more mentions in the news)

“Ali Aminian, M.D., lead author of the study and director of Cleveland Clinic's Bariatric & Metabolic Institute, said, "Our study shows that bariatric surgery can protect the kidneys and prevent the...”—"Cleveland Clinic Study Shows Bariatric Surgery Outperforms GLP-1 Diabetes Drugs for Kidney Protection", Cleveland Clinic Newsroom , September 2024

“Ali Aminian, M.D., director of Cleveland Clinic's Bariatric & Metabolic Institute and primary investigator of the MOSAIC study, said, "The research shows that weight loss achieved with bariatric...”—"Weight Loss Surgery Cuts Sleep Apnea-Related Health Risks", Cleveland Clinic Newsroom , June 2024

“"ARMMS-T2D provides the largest analysis with the longest follow-up in the setting of randomized clinical trial to compare bariatric surgery with medical therapy for the treatment of type...”—"Bariatric surgery better than weight-loss drugs for diabetics, Clinic study suggests", Cleveland.com , April 2024

doctor visit	7

**Gender**
Male	64
Female	40

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	80
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	40
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	36

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	31
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	40
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	42

**Gender**
Male	38
Female	53

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	69
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	32
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	37

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	36
Chronic Kidney Disease	44
Asthma	35
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	32
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	32
Diabetes	42
Dementia	12
Cancer	21

doctor visit	49

**Gender**
Male	42
Female	59

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	82
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	44
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	32

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	55
Chronic Kidney Disease	39
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	43
Dementia	14
Cancer	0

doctor visit	72
gastrointestinal procedures	11
minimally invasive procedures	11
weight management	11

**Gender**
Male	55
Female	55

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	82
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	45
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	38

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	47
Chronic Kidney Disease	45
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	42
Dementia	15
Cancer	0

cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) shunt insertion	10
doctor visit	67
gastrointestinal procedures	11
minimally invasive procedures	11
weight management	11

**Gender**
Male	48
Female	76

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	94
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	62
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	48

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	47
Depression	49
Chronic Kidney Disease	52
Asthma	21
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	31
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	60
Dementia	13
Cancer	0

cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) shunt insertion	16
doctor visit	7

**Gender**
Male	35
Female	45

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	58
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	39
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	19

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	46
Chronic Kidney Disease	46
Asthma	18
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	53
Dementia	0
Cancer	15

cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) shunt insertion	16
doctor visit	40

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2015 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ali Aminian, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Ali Aminian, MD treated as a general surgeon in Cleveland, OH were minimally invasive procedures, weight management and gastrointestinal procedures.

doctor visit	43
gastrointestinal procedures	11
minimally invasive procedures	11
weight management	11

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2015 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Aminian, MD.

**Gender**
Male	28
Female	32

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	46
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	21
65 to 74	26

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Aminian, MD From 2015 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Ali Aminian, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	45
High Cholesterol	38
Stroke	1
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	10
Osteoporosis	0
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	28
Atrial Fibrillation	4
Cancer	3
Dementia	5

Education & Training

He completed residency at Tehran University of Medical Sciences. He is certified by the Focused Practice in Metabolic Bariatric Surgery Surgery - General Surgery and has a state license in Ohio.

Residency: Tehran University of Medical Sciences (2006)

Board Certification: Focused Practice in Metabolic Bariatric Surgery Surgery - General Surgery

Licensed In: Ohio

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Ali Aminian, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Cleveland Clinic

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Eli Lilly and Company	$35,200 $35,200
Medical Device Business Services, Inc.	$17,541 Harmonic $17,541
Covidien LP	$8,635 Sonicision $3,325	iDrive Ultra $184	$5,126
AMAG Pharmaceuticals, Inc.	$5,982 Feraheme $5,982
Medtronic, Inc.	$4,440 Signia $1,098	Sonicision $124	Avalus $123	LigaSure $37	$3,058
Other	$2,844 Echelon; Endopath $1,768	PHASIX $392	SYNECOR Biomaterial $221	SPACEOAR VUE $116	Da Vinci Surgical System $69	Other $278

**Types of Payments**
Consulting Fee	$51,502
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$7,600
Travel and Lodging	$7,363
Honoraria	$5,000
Food and Beverage	$3,177

Research Payments

Dr. Ali Aminian, MD has received 5 research payments totaling $143,065.

Biography

Dr. Ali Aminian is a general surgery specialist in Cleveland, OH. His medical residency was performed at Tehran University of Medical Sciences. Clinical interests for Dr. Aminian include laparoscopic splenectomy, second opinions, and metabolic syndrome. Dr. Aminian is conversant in Persian. He is professionally affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus.

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