
Iman Ghaderi, MD
Minimally Invasive General SurgeryBariatric SurgeryGeneral Surgery
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
- Geriatrics
Languages
- Farsi
- English
Provider Gender
MaleAbout Iman Ghaderi and Banner Safety Practices
Care Philosophy
I give my full attention to each patient and strive to bring them the expert care for their individual needs.
Specializing In
Weight Loss/Bariatric/Metabolic Surgery, Minimally Invasive & Robotic Surgery
Endoscopy
Esophageal and Foregut Surgery
Abdominal Wall Hernias (inguinal, femoral and ventral)
Interests & Activities
I enjoy educating my patients and spending time with family and friends.
Research and Publications
Hospital Affiliations
Banner - University Medical Center Tucson
Banner - University Medical Center South
Preferred Phone Number
520-694-6720
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Internal Medicine, 2013
- Residency: University of Western Ontario, General Surgery, 2011
- Residency: London Health Sciences Centre-GME, General Surgery, 2011
- Internship: University of Western Ontario, 2006
- Medical School: Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, 1999
Board Certifications
- Bariatric Medicine: American Board of Surgery, 2023
- Surgery, Bariatric: American Board of Surgery, 2013
Video
Locations
- Banner - University Medicine North
- 3838 North Campbell Avenue, Building 2, Tucson, AZ 85719
Testimonials
4.7 out of 5.0
391 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 11/17/2025
Dr Ghaderi is perhaps the most knowledgeable, professional, and caring doctor I have ever come in contact with.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2025
He a good doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/15/2025
He is a fabulous doctor/surgeon
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/29/2025
He is respectful, friendly, knowledgeable and efficient
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/20/2025
Dr Ghaderi was completely familiar with my case and came to the office visit prepared with a plan of action should I wish to continue with surgery to alleviate my symptoms.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
Good experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/21/2025
He is excellent. He listens, makes you feel you're his only patient and gives you a choice of how you'd like to proceed. If needed, he recommends other care that helps in your treatment. I highly recommend Dr Ghaderi. You won't be disappointed!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/9/2025
Very knowledgeable, explained the entire process.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/7/2025
He was very present. He listened and explained well. He was professional and efficient and also warm
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2025
Iman Ghaderi MD was very professional and understanding
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2025
Very experienced. Explained my condition and how to correct it.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/12/2025
Dr. Ghaderi understood what I was there for and explained the procedure and all of the things that might come up. He gave me things to think about , for possibly completing my weight loss journey.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2025
Explained everything in detail in regards to my upcoming surgery
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/17/2025
Answers all my questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/17/2025
He is clear
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/14/2025
He listened to my concerns and was honest about his lack of the skill needed for the procedure that would fit my needs and did not hesitate to refer me to someone in Phoenix that might be able to help.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/2/2025
He knew what I needed and took me there
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/2/2025
Listened
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2025
He fixed my health issues. Gave me lifesaving medicine!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/16/2025
I felt comfortable with his knowledge, relaxed and centered energy, focus on answering my questions, and care in presenting a visual description of the procedure.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/16/2025
He is very thorough and professional. He performed surgery on me two years ago, saved my life.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/19/2024
Excellent care and team
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/15/2024
He is gentle with his patients. Speaks kindly and always addresses issues. Cares about his patients. Always has been there for me. I think he is one of the best doctors I have seen.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/2/2024
He presented himself with kindness and was aware of my issue. He listened to me. He was extremely knowledgeable. I just got a really good feeling from him, and I will look forward to seeing him at my next visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/7/2024
He was very and easy to understand. He explained every thing about what was going on.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/6/2024
Very nice
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2024
Dr Ghaderi, is the best doctor in this field, and his Team is excellent!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2024
Truly seems like he cares.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2024
Dr. Ghaderi truly cares about his patients. I felt completely comfortable and trusted his expertise in this area of care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/7/2024
Communicator regarding procedure and outcomes.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/29/2024
Knowledgeable and personable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/25/2024
Dr. Ghaderi was willing to listen to me and the problems I have been having. He explained all of the options and helped me come up with a plan that worked for me. I really appreciated it
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/25/2024
Very caring and thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/24/2024
Dr Ghaderi is amazing!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2024
He is a great surgeon and really cares about what he does.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/9/2024
This doctor was very polite and answered my questions along with Dr Jones who I met before him. He is said that he wanted to do my procedure all robotically, but warned me that maybe he couldn't. He explained that he had been doing robotic surgery for 10 yrs. I felt that he could really help my problem and I feel safe in his hands
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/4/2024
The Doctor and the staff explained the entire procedure to me in an understandable manner. Also checked in with me by phone after surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2024
Polite, professional, good listener answered all of my questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2024
He is very thorough and takes what time us needed to find the root of the problem
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/30/2024
Answered all questions. Extremely intelligent and great bedside manner. Direct and to the point. Covered all concerns and made sure that I understood everything correctly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/17/2024
Kind and personable. He showed patience when I was asking questions. His resident, Dr change was kind, sweet, and very approachable. They bother communicated clearly prior to my surgery, and after.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2024
Very professional and highly knowledgeable surgeon
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2024
He answered all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/9/2024
Dr. Ghaderi, is an amazing doctor! He is extremely knowledgeable and current on all aspects of my medical issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/3/2024
He is amazing
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/19/2024
Dr. Ghaderi is an excellent and very caring surgeon, who I highly recommend.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/11/2024
The doctor listened to me and explained my choices.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/15/2024
He is respectful, responsible and very helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/15/2024
Very informative and courteous.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/11/2024
I felt very secure in his ability to correct my condition
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/8/2024
Excellent surgeon, personable and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/1/2024
Dr. Ghaderi is a great surgeon. He takes his time running tests to make sure before he proceeds for surgery. That everything is a go. He listens to you and really seems to be concerned about what you have to say to resolve the issue that you're having.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/1/2024
He was professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2024
He was very good at what he was doing. He really cared of my health and really treated me well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2024
Highly experienced physician who sincerely cares about patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/26/2024
Dr. Ghaderi is very nice, explained the procedure very clearly and put my mind at ease regarding my upcoming surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/25/2024
Great doctor listened to the questions I had and definitely I have more questions and we will have more future visits.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2024
Addressed issue, provided treatment options.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/11/2024
Really good surgeon, professional and person.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/20/2023
Amazing doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/17/2023
Caring and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/15/2023
He provided excellent care for my condition.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/3/2023
He was helpful in explaining things in layman terms, a listener, and didn't rush me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/17/2023
He truly cares about his patients
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/16/2023
The doctor clearly understood my issues and made me very comfortable. He also allowed me to call my wife to answer her questions and concerns as well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/16/2023
He is amazing! I feel very comfortable and confident as my surgeon.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/12/2023
He explained everything in an easy to understand manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/28/2023
Very friendly and tried to put my mind at ease.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/3/2023
Dr was professional and thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/31/2023
Good Doctor, took time to explain.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/21/2023
Dr. Ghaderi takes the time to explain and answer questions. He is genuine in his interactions. He treated me like I was the only patient he has ever seen.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2023
He clearly knows his practice, is highly cerebral, concerned and confident. His colleague James was also good to work with.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/18/2023
He was very nice explaining everything about my concerns of my condition!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/18/2023
Great doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/3/2023
He didn't seem rushed and listened to my concerns. I will recommend him in the future.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/27/2023
Very nice and explained everything that was to take place.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/13/2023
I had complete confidence in Dr. Ghaderi. He was so personable and professional and explained everything very clearly. All of my questions and concerns were addressed and he gave me all of the time I needed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/13/2023
He is very attentive and explained the plan for my care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/5/2023
Very thorough and well versed in my case beforehand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/15/2023
He was wonderful, explained everything and my options, very accommodating, and very confidence inspiring that my care is in excellent hands.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/9/2023
Dr. Ghaderi asked the right questions and gave the right answers that we were looking for.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/25/2023
He is both extremely knowledgeable, answers and solicits questions, and is VERY thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/30/2023
A very good doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/25/2023
He has been my doctor for about 10 years. Reads records before visit. Coordinates with other offices and get appointments in a timely manner. Very good doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/16/2023
He is thoughtful, serious but approachable. A few of the things he covered showed me that he knows his field. He gave me options.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/16/2023
I feel that Dr. Ghaderi is a very professional and caring person.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/9/2023
He did an awesome job and he's a very great Doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2023
I feel that he was a caring person that wanted to cover all the bases with my health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2023
He is a very kind and understanding doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/1/2023
Incredible doctor. Very knowledgeable great commutative and very friendly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/15/2021
I feel everyone is giving personal interaction showing care and compassion. I have a group of Physicians who are talking with one another to discuss what is best test to diagnose cause of shortness of breath. Dr. Ho and Dr. Ghaderi very professional and took their time explaining follow up of what was found and answered questions. I never felt rushed or dismissed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/24/2020
Dr. Ghaderi was extremely helpful, taking the time necessary to address all of my concerns. He encouraged me to contact him at any point in the future should I have any other questions regarding my surgery and my condition.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/7/2020
I was treated with such respect, and had all my questions answered. I felt like the doctor could be contacted even without an appointment if I had any questions or concerns. That made me feel very good about the treatment that I am being given.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2025
Showed empathy to my past struggles.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2025
Has confidence
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/19/2025
He's a good doctor and explains my issues very well
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2024
Dr. was great, felt at home.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/31/2023
He was very nice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2023
He was professional, knowledgeable, patient and considerate. He answered all of my questions.
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