Ali Baaj, MD
Spine Surgery
Neurosurgery
4.8 of 5 stars
228 Ratings, 0 ReviewsAges Seen
- Pediatrics
- Teenagers
- Adults
Languages
- English
- Arabic
Gender
MaleAbout Ali Baaj and Banner Safety Practices
Care Philosophy
Specializing In
Interests Activities
Hospital Affiliations
Preferred Phone Number
Locations
- Banner Health Center plus at Arcadia
- 4200 East Camelback Road, Suite 202, Phoenix, AZ 85018
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- Banner - University Medicine Neurosurgery Clinic
- 755 East McDowell Road, Phoenix, AZ 85006
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Expertise
Education
University of South Florida
Residency, Neurosurgery, 2011Johns Hopkins Hospital
Internship, General Surgery, 2005Boston University School of Medicine
Medical Education, 2004Board Certifications
Neurosurgery
American Board of Neurological Surgery, 2015Clinical Trials
Chief of Spine Surgery - University of Arizona - Banner Health
Pediatric Scoliosis Clinical Fellowship, Department of Orthopedics - Necker Children Hospital
Complex Oncology and Deformity Spine Fellow - Johns Hopkins University
Research Fellow Spinal Biomechanics Laboratory - Barrow Neurological Institute
Insurance
- Aetna Health Care
- AHCCCS
- Arizona Complete Health
- Arizona Medical Network/PHCS/Beech Street
- AZ Foundation for Medical Care
- Banner Aetna
- Banner Medicare Advantage DSNP
- Banner Medicare Advantage HMO
- Banner Medicare Advantage PPO
- Banner University Family Care ACC
- Banner University Family Care ALTCS
- BCBS Blue Alliance (BHN Acclaim)
- Blue AZ Advantage
- Blue Cross and Blue Shield AZ
- Care1st
- Cigna (CAC)
- First Health
- Health Choice of Arizona
- Health Net Federal Services
- Humana Health Plan
- Imperial Insurance Co
- Magellan Healthcare
- Medicare
- Mercy Care
- Oscar Health
- P3 Health Partners
- Provider Network of America
- United Commercial ACO
- United Healthcare AZ
- United Medicare Complete
- USA Managed Care
Testimonials
4.8 out of 5.0
228 ratingsAll patient experience ratings and testimonials are submitted by actual patients and verified by a leading independent customer experience company. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/1/2024
Dr Baaj was very personable and and answered all my questions. I did not feel rushed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/29/2024
Dr, Baaj is excellent. He explains everything I need to know about my surgery both pre and Post surgery concerns and questions. He's very personable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/25/2024
Excellent Doctor with strong communication skills.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/15/2024
So helpful explaining the procedure and what we hope accomplish.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/15/2024
Hands down, Dr Baaj was the most personable surgeon I have ever met. He was attentive, welcomed questions, and took his time. Most importantly, he made me feel like I was an equal.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/13/2024
The doctor was very easy to talk with. I didn't feel rushed and had time to ask all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/11/2024
Good communication with doctor and nurse practitioner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/8/2024
He is friendly and concerned about me before surgery and after
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/26/2024
He is caring , understanding , answers all questions with respect.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/25/2024
Highly skilled and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2024
Takes time to explain results in terms I could understand. Asked questions about how I felt and about past physical condition. Personality very likable. Extremely knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/18/2024
Dr. Baaj is a brilliant surgeon with an extremely pleasant bedside manner. I am in my seventies and had a complex case. My outcome is better than I had ever hoped. Dr Baaj literally gave me my life back.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/4/2024
He is phenomenal- very clear in giving direction and also positive.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/25/2023
He legitimately gave his time, answered questions and definitely caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/3/2023
Professional, caring, and confident.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/15/2023
I am an RN and I told him up front and just cut to the chase, which I really appreciated! Articulate had received my imaging and other docs paperwork. Personable, polite and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/12/2023
I came to Dr. Baaj for a second opinion and immediately knew he would be the one to do my surgery. The time he took to explain things to me and the deeper dive he did regarding my condition made me feel comfortable with him and the procedure he would be doing.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/10/2023
Dr. Baaj is personable and listens to your concerns and answers questions that I may have.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/9/2023
He is very personal and explained what he was going to do.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/8/2023
Caring, knowledgeable, professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/7/2023
Very knowledgeable , explains everything in an understandable way. Keeps things light with a smile during interaction.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/25/2023
He took the time to explain everything and answer all of my questions in a very patient and caring way. I did not feel rushed or that I was wasting his time.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/12/2023
He's the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/8/2023
Obviously very knowledgeable, kind, personable, gave me all the time I needed to discuss my case. I am a retired physician and have interacted with thousands of doctors, he is amongst the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2023
Dr Baaj very professional but friendly at same time. Although he had my MRI and X-ray he asked me about my condition. Then he explained my MRI and X-ray in terms I could understand. He explained my options with his concerns but left decision up to me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2023
Great interaction
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/1/2023
Dr. Baaj gave me my life back. He is personable, cares and just an all around nice person.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2023
His manner and his willingness to take the time to explain things.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2023
Took his time to explain my condition, and made sure I understood everything. Reviewed the various options for treatment clearly. Answered all my questions with patience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/10/2023
Collaborative health care with great result.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/10/2023
He performed a quite extensive procedure and I am very pleased with my recovery and results.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/30/2023
He was wonderful and answered all my questions. He put me at ease right away and calmed my nervousness.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/8/2023
Dr Baaj has a excellent manner, casual and friendly and very knowledgeable. Very easy to talk to and explains things well. Very happy with his care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/14/2023
Extremely smart doctor who is very upfront about what he believes to be wrong with you and the best course of action to correct it.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/13/2023
The doctor was wonderful. He has a great bedside manner about him. He is very easy to talk to. He explained everything in a way that I could understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/5/2023
Very professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/29/2023
My wife actually was the one who found him and looked him up, etc. read all about him and many reviews ! He was just excellent!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/27/2023
He has experience and competence.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/26/2023
He came highly recommend. He was professional and addressed my issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/24/2023
He was very caring and knowledgeable and I truly believed he wanted to help me and my issues and was very truthful in a very kind way I'm hoping with his help I will get some relief from my pain
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/13/2023
Dr. Baaj was friendly, easy to speak with and listened to my concerns. He took the time necessary to go over everything; I left feeling confident that we would get to the bottom of my issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/6/2023
Dr. Baaj takes the time to explain things and to be sure I thoroughly understand what is going on. He asks plenty of questions and takes time to answer any you might have. He is so pleasant and thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/30/2023
He was an amazing and very informative doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/26/2023
He cared about me, and helping me get better.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/24/2023
Dr. Baaj gave me straight answers to the questions and indicated how important it is to get my issue resolved.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/16/2023
Dr. Baaj is incredible. He's knowledgeable, listens to the patient and creates a plan of care that is in partnership with the patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/10/2023
Very knowledgeable, kind and answered all my questions in a way I totally understood.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/3/2023
Dr. Baaj is knowledgeable, professional, friendly and efficient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/23/2023
Great doctor. Thank you
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2023
Dr. Baaj was very empathetic and also explained his findings and recommendations.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2023
He was attentive and through.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/5/2023
Dr. Baaj is amazing. He gave me my life back.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/5/2023
Caring informative and helpful