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Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD

Accepting New Patients

(82 Ratings)

Specializes in: Plastic Surgery

Tabriz University of Medical Sciences

Professional interests include: fractures (broken bones), migraine, breast reconstruction, and more.

2500 Metrohealth Drive
Cleveland, OH 44109

(216) 778-7800

Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD is a plastic surgeon in Cleveland, OH specializing in plastic surgery. He graduated from Tabriz University of Medical Sciences. Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD is affiliated with MetroHealth.

Office Locations

2500 Metrohealth Drive
Cleveland, OH 44109

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38 Main Street #300
Westlake, OH 44145

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Some issues Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD can help you with:

Breast Reconstruction

Breast reconstruction is surgery to restore the appearance of the breast, usually after a mastectomy. The choice of how to proceed after the removal of a breast is a deeply personal one, with some women opting to wear a prosthetic form in a bra, and others choosing to embrace their new breastless form as a reminder of their strength and survival. Those options are perfectly acceptable, but many women feel most comfortable with their missing breast tissue surgically replaced. Breast reconstruction can be part of a patient's return to normal after experiencing breast cancer.

There are a few different methods used to create the round shape of the breast on the chest. A flap of fat, skin, and muscle can be taken from the side, abdomen or buttock and implanted on the chest to create a breast from the patient's own tissue. Alternatively, the skin over the chest may be gradually stretched to allow for the placement of an implant. Stretching of the skin is done using expanders, which are similar to breast implants, except they increase in size when saltwater solution is injected into them. Many women also choose to combine the flap procedure with implant placement to achieve their desired result. Once the new breast shape is formed, a nipple can be created and even tattooed to match the other side.

Reconstruction may be done in a single surgery or broken up into multiple procedures:

Immediate reconstruction rebuilds the breast right after mastectomy. This method is not recommended if additional chemotherapy or radiation is needed after surgery.
Delayed reconstruction occurs after chemotherapy or radiation has been given. These treatments may decrease the volume or alter the color of the reconstructed breast, so they should be completed before the breast is rebuilt. This type of reconstruction may happen weeks, months, or even years after mastectomy.
Staged reconstruction splits the reconstructive process into two parts. The first part inserts temporary expanders to stretch the skin and is done immediately after breast removal surgery. The second part replaces the expanders with implants after chemotherapy or radiation treatments have been given.

Breast reconstruction is not perfect. The two breasts may not always look exactly identical, although they will be close. There may be small scars, and a loss of sensation in the reconstructed breast. A reconstructed breast will not produce milk, so patients may have trouble breastfeeding. Still, reconstruction is a great option for women who want that part of their appearance back.

Rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty is any surgery done to change the shape and structure of the nose. It is commonly done for cosmetic purposes, but it may also be done to reduce breathing difficulties. Surgery may include any part of bone or cartilage of the nose. In some cases, cartilage is transplanted from the ear or rib to augment the nose.

Rhinoplasty may be done for reasons that are primarily about appearance, such as:

Changing the shape or size of the nose to better fit the proportions of the face
Lifting a downward tilt at the tip of the nose
Adjusting an asymmetrical nose
Closing unusually large nostrils
Reconstructing a nose that has been damaged after trauma.

Rhinoplasty may also be done to correct a deviated septum or other breathing impairment. In that case, the nasal structure is adjusted so that airflow is increased to a comfortable level.

Typically, rhinoplasty is only performed on adults because kids' and teens' faces are still growing and changing. After a rhinoplasty, healing will take 1-2 weeks, but subtle shifts in the face and occasional swelling can last up to a year.

In The News

“Dr. Ali Totonchi, a plastic surgeon at MetroHealth, said he's seen higher demand for elective plastic surgeries in the city and nationally.”—"Cleveland Lasik, plastic surgeons have seen more demand during pandemic", Cleveland.com , October 2024

“Ali Totonchi: Chagrin Solon Sun Person of the Week.”—"Ali Totonchi: Chagrin Solon Sun Person of the Week", Cleveland.com , April 2011

“MetroHealth System: Dr. Ali Totonchi joined the division of plastic surgery, Dr. Catherine Fallick joined the Heart & Vascular Center, Dr. Jeremy Lipman joined the department of surgery, Dr. Joseph...”—"Who's 'On the Move' in the Cleveland area?", Cleveland.com , March 2011

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	70

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	70

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD.

**Gender**
Male	24
Female	43

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	46
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	44

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD in 2013

Hypertension	46
High Cholesterol	40
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	43
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	22
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	37

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD.

**Gender**
Male	21
Female	32

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	31
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	31

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD in 2014

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	40
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	43
Chronic Kidney Disease	40
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	26
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	84

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD.

**Gender**
Male	62
Female	96

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	102
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	44
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	84

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD in 2015

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	42
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	27
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	75

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD.

**Gender**
Male	37
Female	53

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	64
Black	14
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	30
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	44

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD in 2016

Hypertension	52
High Cholesterol	34
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	48
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	22
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	34
Dementia	0
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	65

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD.

**Gender**
Male	26
Female	45

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	49
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	30
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	27

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD in 2017

Hypertension	46
High Cholesterol	35
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	37
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	30
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	88

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD.

**Gender**
Male	23
Female	44

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	46
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	22
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	34

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD in 2018

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	39
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	54
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	30
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	76

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD.

**Gender**
Male	17
Female	46

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	42
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	31

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD in 2019

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	44
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	33
Dementia	0
Cancer	21

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	42

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD.

**Gender**
Male	23
Female	42

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	39
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	30
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD in 2020

Hypertension	51
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	17
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	32
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD.

**Gender**
Male	13
Female	20

**Age**
From 65 to 74	20
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD in 2021

Hypertension	42
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD.

**Gender**
Male	12
Female	15

**Age**
From 65 to 74	14
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD in 2022

Hypertension	44
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	67

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD.

**Gender**
Male	23
Female	39

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	1
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	38
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	26
65 to 74	17

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and diabetes.

Hypertension	48
High Cholesterol	38
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	16
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	2
Osteoporosis	0
Heart Failure	6
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	21
Atrial Fibrillation	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	3

Education & Training

Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD graduated from Tabriz University of Medical Sciences. He completed residency at University Hospitals, Cleveland. He is certified by the Board Certified and has a state license in Ohio.

Medical School: Tabriz University of Medical Sciences

Residency: University Hospitals, Cleveland

Board Certification: Board Certified

Licensed In: Ohio

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

MetroHealth

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.74 out of 5 stars based on 82 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Cleveland, OH.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Ali Totonchi, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
LIFECELL CORPORATION	$721 AlloDerm $721
Allergan Inc.	$137 NATRELLE $137
PolyNovo North America LLC	$122 $122
AXOGEN	$114 AxoGuard Nerve Protector $114
KLS Martin L.P.	$50 $50
Other	$38 MENTOR MemoryGel Resterilizable Gel Sizer $22	$16

**Types of Payments**
Travel and Lodging	$721
Food and Beverage	$462

Biography

Dr. Ali Totonchi's specialty is plastic surgery. Patient ratings for Dr. Totonchi average 4.5 stars (out of 5). His clinical interests include cleft lip and palate, cancer surgery, and migraine. After attending Tabriz University of Medical Sciences for medical school, Dr. Totonchi completed his residency training at the University Hospitals, Cleveland. Dr. Totonchi (or staff) speaks the following foreign languages: Persian and Turkish. Dr. Totonchi is professionally affiliated with MetroHealth. MetroHealth reports that he is accepting new patients at his office in Westlake, OH.