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Dr. Ali Banaie, MD

Dr. Ali Banaie, MD

Gastroenterology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Ali Banaie, MD is a gastroenterologist in La Mesa, CA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Banaie has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease and Esophageal Disorders. He graduated from St. Georges University School of Medicine in 1998. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Sharp Memorial Hospital and Providence Queen of the Valley Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Practice

8860 Center Dr Ste 420 La Mesa, CA 91942
Telehealth available

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Dr. Banaie's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Banaie

3.7
19 ratings, 6 with a written review
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Susan - Nov 2022
Dr Banaie and his staff were wonderful. I would highly recommend them
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Dec 02, 2022
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Absolutely the finest doctor I have ever know in my 65 years. I have been seeing him for many years for a couple of fairly serious conditions that required multiple procedures - all of which were performed flawlessly, completely eliminating the problem without any complications. He has an outstanding bedside manner, explains the procedures well and takes the time to listen to my concerns and answers all questions, my wife or I have.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Bob J in ALPINE, CA – May 30, 2018
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Honestly one of the worse doctors and offices I have ever dealt with. Referred here by SCMG as a super specialist. Had never heard of condition had to “google” it. Staff is course unfriendly and unresponsive. I regularly had to call in multiple times before calls would be returned. Referred me out and took 6 weeks to simply write the referral. Off De kept telling me “he’s out of office, he’s sick. It’s on his desk. He just needs to write it. “ Mary is flat out rude. Would not recommend.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
10 others found this helpful
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Feb 14, 2018
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Dr. Banaie literally saved my son-in-laws life! He did a courageous surgery many other gastro doctors probably wouldn't have risked. This was six months ago, and with slow improvements my son-in-law has a quality of life again. My entire family will be forever grateful. He is such a good gastro doctor that it is hard to get in to see him, but if you have a priority case his staff will work with you to get scheduled.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
6 others found this helpful
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Tina Anderson in El Cajon, CA – Feb 07, 2017
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Dr. Banaie was very thorough in explaining the procedures he planned on performing in exploring the source of my problem. He manner also helps you relax. I was happy to have him as my Dr. And to have him treat me for the problem that existed.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
7 others found this helpful
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Estelle E. St Clair in San Diego, CA – Mar 22, 2016
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This was my first colonoscopy with Dr. Banaie. He was excellent, both in personality and performance. He made me feel at ease, offered a bit of humor and gave perfect explanations of all that he had observed during the colonoscopy. He was thorough and expedient.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
10 others found this helpful
Helpful
lois pippen in Spring Valley, CA – Jan 27, 2016
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Dr. Ali Banaie, MD is a gastroenterologist in La Mesa, CA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Banaie has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease and Esophageal Disorders. He graduated from St. Georges University School...read more

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  • St. Georges University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1998
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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    Locations

    Practice

    Banaie Medical Corp.8860 Center Dr Ste 420 La Mesa, CA 91942
    1
    (619) 469-5400

    Practice

    Grossmont Hospital Corporation5555 Grossmont Center Dr La Mesa, CA 91942
    2
    (619) 465-0711
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