Ali Tavakkoli, MD
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4.972603 average rating from 73 patient reviews
Specialties
- Gastrointestinal Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Bariatric Surgery
- Hernia and Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
Affiliation
Mass General Brigham
Provider Locations
- Boston, MA
Dr. Tavakkoli is a minimally invasive and bariatric surgeon at Brigham and Women’s Hospital where he serves as the chief of the Division of General and GI Surgery, co-director of the Center for Weight Management and Wellness, and director of the minimally invasive surgery fellowship. He is an associate professor of surgery at Harvard Medical School.
He received his medical degree from The London Hospital Medical College in England and became a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England (FRCS) before moving to Boston and finishing his surgical residency at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital and subsequently completing the Harvard Advanced Minimally Invasive fellowship.
Dr. Tavakkoli leads an active research group that studies the mechanisms of diabetes resolution after gastric bypass surgery, focusing on the role of intestinal metabolism and portal signaling. His group’s goals are to develop less invasive alternatives to surgery that can replicate the metabolic benefits of surgery without the risks.
He is an active member of many professional societies, including the Board of Governors of the American College of Surgeons. He is on the editorial board of several journals and has been recognized for his dedication to surgical education with several teaching and mentorship awards throughout his career.
Education & Training
- Fellowship: Harvard / MGB Combined Training Program*, Advanced Laparoscopic and Weight Loss Surgery, 2006
- Residency: Brigham and Women's Hospital, General Surgery, 2005
- Residency: Royal London Hospital, Surgery, 1998
- Internship: Newham General Hospital, General Medicine, 1994
- Medical Education: London Hospital, London, England, 1993
Board Certifications
- Surgery (General Surgery), American Board of Surgery
Languages Spoken
- Persian (Farsi)
- English
Age Group Treated
- Adults
Patient Feedback
4.972603 average rating from 73 reviews
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He spent his time explaining everything well, even drawing a diagram so I could understand exactly what he was talking about.
2026-07-08
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He's a great doctor, great listener about his patient, been his patient for over 15 years. And I want to thank him so much.
2026-06-25
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Dr. Tavakkoli is excellent. [redacted] he's been excellent. I wish that he were my doctor moving forward because I really believe that he listens and his whole team, they were excellent.
2026-06-08
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Dr. Tavakkoli is exceptional. Always professional, low key, Patient. Listens to concerns and talks to you in detail about your situation.
2026-06-06
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Doctor & staff one of the Most Kind Patient & wonderful tram of people I have ever met So glad to have met doctor T
2026-06-06
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Provider is one of the best doctor I have met. Very personable and explains my condition clearly and listens to all my concerns.
2026-05-17
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Excellent experience.
2026-04-25
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Very nice staff, well run office, prompt and helpful.
2026-04-10
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Dr was great at explaining what my condition was and how it should be treated. Explained options, timelines, and next steps
2026-03-18
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felt safe and comfortable to talk to a surgeon.
2026-03-01
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My doctor was very, very informative, had a great bedside manner, as well as a great knowledge of information. I was pleasantly surprised and extremely happy with my visit.
2026-02-16
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He was excellent.
2026-02-16
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Dr. Tavakkoli is a wonderful physician, and I trust him with my health. He is kind, compassionate and an expert in his field. He explained everything that will happen these next few months. I am feeling much better that he is taking care of me.
2026-02-16
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Dr Tavakkoli was outstanding dealing with my medical problem. This is the second time I have spoken with this doctor for a previous problem a few years ago. I drive several hours for an appointment with him.
2026-02-14
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I saw Dr. Tavakkoli in 2017 for ephemeral hernia and returned to him recently for another hernia in a different area. And he is just such an excellent, kind, and competent, skilled provider. I'm sure that he has explained the same procedure many, many, many times, but it feels like the first time when he's telling you about it. I deeply appreciate Dr. Tavakkoli.
2026-02-02
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Excellent care, professional, attentive, and clear in communication.
2026-01-31
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Dr. Tavakkoli was cordial and professional. He listened to my concerns and explained the treatment plan for me. He called me and gave me the ultrasound results and continued to say that he would like to do other testing. He ordered a Cat Scan, and I have an appointment setup.
2026-01-19
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Dr. Ali Tavakkoli is an excellent surgeon. He took all the time i needed to listen to me and explain in details my case. He recommended all necessary tests and images needed. [redacted] Dr. Tavakkoli is a great asset to BWH.
2026-01-17
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This care provider impressed me with how quick she was to recognize things that were problems and things that were not. Very knowledgeable about what to do about them and how to check out to make sure that the diagnosis was correct. In other words, just very professional. I couldn't ask for anything better.
2026-01-08
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He was very informative, very kind, thoughtful, and concerned.
2025-12-25
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Thoughtful, careful, respectful, and thorough.
2025-12-21
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Terrific physician. Would recommend.
2025-12-21
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Everything was great all around! Thank you !
2025-11-17
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They are very helpful and informative.
2025-11-10
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Super efficient, very pleasant interaction with surgical team to initiate process for repair of recurrent hernia injury. Everything was super smooth.
2025-10-25
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Seemed caring and competent, and possessed a high degree of personal modesty that went to his trustworthiness and approachability
2025-10-13
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I have complete confidence in the medical care provided during my visit. I was treated with respect and compassion. My anxiety concerning my medical issue has been greatly diminished as the resolution of my medical issue is being pursued.
2025-10-04
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Answered questions clearly. He had reviewed my other surgery and test results at Brigham prior to the visit. Went through my questionnaire to be sure that he understood that answers in it and allowed me to clarify some of the items within it.
2025-09-28
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We are doing tests now.
2025-09-05
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Great
2025-08-31
Accepted Insurance
- Tufts Medicare Preferred
- Medicaid NH
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- Multiplan
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