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Ali Baaj

Ali Baaj, MD

Spine Surgery

Neurosurgery

Video Visits Available

Ages Seen

  • Pediatrics
  • Teenagers
  • Adults

Languages

  • English
  • Arabic

Gender

Male

About Ali Baaj and Banner Safety Practices

Care Philosophy

Specializing In

Interests Activities

Hospital Affiliations

Preferred Phone Number

Locations

  1. Banner Health Center plus at Arcadia
      • Banner - University Medicine Neurosurgery Clinic

          Expertise

          Education

          University of South Florida

          Residency, Neurosurgery, 2011

          Johns Hopkins Hospital

          Internship, General Surgery, 2005

          Boston University School of Medicine

          Medical Education, 2004

          Board Certifications

          Neurosurgery

          American Board of Neurological Surgery, 2015

          Clinical 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

          Please contact the practice directly to confirm your health plan is accepted.
          Search plans
          • 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 ratings

          All 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.

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            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 3/1/2024

            Dr Baaj was very personable and and answered all my questions. I did not feel rushed.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed 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 stars
            Reviewed on 2/25/2024

            Excellent Doctor with strong communication skills.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 2/15/2024

            So helpful explaining the procedure and what we hope accomplish.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed 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 stars
            Reviewed 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 stars
            Reviewed on 2/11/2024

            Good communication with doctor and nurse practitioner.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 2/8/2024

            He is friendly and concerned about me before surgery and after

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 1/26/2024

            He is caring , understanding , answers all questions with respect.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 1/25/2024

            Highly skilled and professional.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed 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 stars
            Reviewed 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 stars
            Reviewed on 1/4/2024

            He is phenomenal- very clear in giving direction and also positive.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 12/25/2023

            He legitimately gave his time, answered questions and definitely caring.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 12/3/2023

            Professional, caring, and confident.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed 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 stars
            Reviewed 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 stars
            Reviewed on 11/10/2023

            Dr. Baaj is personable and listens to your concerns and answers questions that I may have.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 11/9/2023

            He is very personal and explained what he was going to do.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 11/8/2023

            Caring, knowledgeable, professional.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 11/7/2023

            Very knowledgeable , explains everything in an understandable way. Keeps things light with a smile during interaction.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed 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 stars
            Reviewed on 10/12/2023

            He's the best!

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed 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 stars
            Reviewed 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 stars
            Reviewed on 9/16/2023

            Great interaction

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed 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 stars
            Reviewed on 8/19/2023

            His manner and his willingness to take the time to explain things.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed 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 stars
            Reviewed on 8/10/2023

            Collaborative health care with great result.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 8/10/2023

            He performed a quite extensive procedure and I am very pleased with my recovery and results.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed 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 stars
            Reviewed 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 stars
            Reviewed 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 stars
            Reviewed 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 stars
            Reviewed on 5/5/2023

            Very professional

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed 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 stars
            Reviewed on 4/27/2023

            He has experience and competence.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 4/26/2023

            He came highly recommend. He was professional and addressed my issues.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed 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 stars
            Reviewed 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 stars
            Reviewed 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 stars
            Reviewed on 3/30/2023

            He was an amazing and very informative doctor!

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 3/26/2023

            He cared about me, and helping me get better.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed 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 stars
            Reviewed 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 stars
            Reviewed on 3/10/2023

            Very knowledgeable, kind and answered all my questions in a way I totally understood.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 3/3/2023

            Dr. Baaj is knowledgeable, professional, friendly and efficient.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 2/23/2023

            Great doctor. Thank you

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 2/5/2023

            Dr. Baaj was very empathetic and also explained his findings and recommendations.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 2/5/2023

            He was attentive and through.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 1/5/2023

            Dr. Baaj is amazing. He gave me my life back.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 1/5/2023

            Caring informative and helpful

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