James R.
“Down 90 pounds and off my diabetes medication — Dr. Aryaie and his team gave me my life back.”
Atlanta's trusted weight-loss & GI surgery team
Your healthiest self starts here.
Advanced bariatric, reflux and minimally invasive surgery from one of Atlanta's most experienced surgeons — from your first consultation through lifelong follow-up. Comprehensive weight-loss care, all in one place.
- 16+
- Years of experience
- 5.0★
- 339+ reviews
- 1000s
- Surgeries performed
- 3
- areas served
Dr. Amir Aryaie, MD, FACS
Bariatric · Reflux · General Surgery
Accepting all major insurance:
AetnaCignaBlue Cross Blue ShieldUnitedHealthcareMedicare+ CareCredit financing
Why patients choose BMI Surgical
Expert surgical care, start to finish.
From your first consultation through surgery and lifelong follow-up, Dr. Aryaie and his team guide you every step of the way — using the most advanced, minimally invasive techniques available.
Comprehensive care
Weight-loss surgery, reflux & GERD treatment, and general surgery — all under one roof and fully coordinated.
Minimally invasive
Robotic, laparoscopic and endoscopic techniques mean smaller incisions, less pain, and a faster recovery.
Insurance & financing
We work with most major insurers and verify your bariatric coverage for you. CareCredit financing is available.
5.0★ reputation
Hundreds of 5-star reviews across Google, Healthgrades and WebMD from Atlanta patients who trust Dr. Aryaie.
Dr. Amir Aryaie
MD, FACS, FASMBS · Founder
Meet your surgeon
A leader in advanced weight-loss surgery
Dr. Amir Aryaie is the founder of BMI Surgical Institute and a board-certified general surgeon who has performed thousands of weight-loss and minimally invasive GI procedures. He completed his minimally invasive & bariatric fellowship at University Hospitals / Case Western Reserve in Cleveland.
His approach is compassionate and outcomes-focused — pairing the latest robotic and endoscopic techniques with the personal, attentive care every patient deserves.
- 16+ years of experience
- Board-certified · FACS & FASMBS
- Bariatric & minimally invasive fellowship
- Thousands of procedures performed
Meet the team
The people behind your care
Hover a name to meet them — every photo, a real member of the BMI Surgical Institute team.
Dr. Amir Aryaie
Founder & Owner · Bariatric Surgeon
Dr. Gonzalez-Jacobo
Bariatric & General Surgeon
Christine Paulin, FNP
Family Nurse Practitioner
Considering weight-loss surgery?
Surgery is the most effective, lasting treatment for obesity.
Explore every option — gastric sleeve, bypass, duodenal switch and more — and check your BMI in seconds to see if you may be a candidate.
Comprehensive surgical care
Procedures & programs we offer
Weight-loss surgery, reflux & GERD treatment, and general surgery — twenty-plus advanced procedures, all in-house.
Real patients. Real results.
Life-changing outcomes
Weight-loss surgery does more than change the number on the scale — it can resolve or improve conditions like type-2 diabetes, sleep apnea, GERD and high blood pressure.
1000s
Surgeries performed
60–70%
Avg. excess weight lost*
↓ T2D
Diabetes often improves
Same-day
Outpatient procedures
Before & after
Real-world weight-loss results. (Representative photos — real patient before/afters shown with consent before launch.)
Loved across Google & Healthgrades
Hundreds of 5-star patient reviews
5.0★
Google Business reviews
Healthgrades
5.0★
339 patient ratings
Total
339+
Verified patient reviews
Verified patient
“Every step was explained clearly and I never felt rushed. The whole team is compassionate and skilled.”
Maria S.
“After years of acid reflux, the LINX procedure changed everything — no more heartburn, no more medication.”
Robert K.
“My sleeve surgery was smooth and the follow-up support has been incredible. I couldn't recommend them more.”
Denise W.
“Truly the best decision I've ever made for my health. Professional, skilled, and genuinely caring.”
Anthony P.
“Minimally invasive hernia repair — small incisions and a quick recovery. Dr. Aryaie is the best.”
Insurance & financing
Care that fits your budget
Most major insurers cover bariatric surgery. We verify your benefits and handle the paperwork for you — and offer CareCredit financing if you're paying out of pocket.
- Aetna
- Cigna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- UnitedHealthcare
- Medicare
- Humana
- CareCredit
Not sure if you're covered?
Send us your plan details and our team will verify your benefits before your visit — no surprises.
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Visit us
Conveniently in the heart of Atlanta
Our office
2303 Cumberland Parkway SE, Suite 2
Atlanta, GA 30339
Serving Atlanta · Roswell · Snellville
Call or text
(678) 626-0909Hours
Mon – Fri: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sat: 8 AM–1 PM · Sun: Closed