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Tallal Zeni, MD

Tallal Zeni, MD

Bariatric Surgery

Speaks

Languages

Arabic

Provider Groups

  • Bariatric Provider Group

  • Trinity Health IHA Medical Group

  • Trinity Health Medical Providers

Primary Contact

(734) 655-2692
Provider Groups
  • Bariatric Provider Group

  • Trinity Health IHA Medical Group

  • Trinity Health Medical Providers

Primary Contact
(734) 655-2692

Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Bariatric Surgery

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

Trinity Health IHA Medical Group, Bariatric & General Surgery

44555 Woodward Ave
Ste 505
Pontiac , MI 48341

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Monday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Trinity Health IHA Medical Group, Bariatric & General Surgery

Trinity Health IHA Medical Group, Bariatric & General Surgery - Livonia

14555 Levan Rd
Ste 311
Livonia , MI 48154

View hours
Monday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Trinity Health IHA Medical Group, Bariatric & General Surgery - Livonia

About

Dr. Zeni joined the St. Mary Mercy Hospital's Medical Staff in 2005. He is board certified in general surgery and fellowship trained in Advanced Laparoscopic and Bariatric Surgery at Evanston Northwestern Healthcare, Evanston IL. Dr. Zeni has also conducted research in bariatric surgery and has presented many studies at National and International Surgical Meetings. He performs surgery at St. Mary Mercy Hospital in Livonia and St. Joseph Mercy Hospital Oakland in Pontiac.

Insurances Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Aetna (Medicare Advantage)
  • Aetna Better Health Medicaid
  • Aetna Better Health of Michigan
  • Aetna Commercial ALL PLANS
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage ALL PLANS
  • BCBS Michigan (Medicare Advantage)
  • BCBS of Michigan Federal / Traditional
  • BCBS of Michigan Medicare Advantage PPO
  • BCBS of Michigan PPO Commercial
  • BCN Medicare Advantage
  • BCN of Michigan HMO
  • BCN of Michigan M Premier Care HMO
  • Blue Care Network of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Complete of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Complete of Michigan - Medicaid
  • BlueCross Blue Shield Michigan
  • Cofinity
  • Cofinity (Network)
  • Community Care
  • Community Care Associates
  • HAP Alliance Health & Life Commercial
  • HAP Alliance Health & Life Medicare Advantage
  • HAP Empowered (Medicaid)
  • Health Alliance Plan of Michigan
  • Humana Medicare Advantage
  • Humana Medicare Advantage ALL PLANS
  • McLaren Commercial ALL PLANS
  • McLaren Health Plan
  • McLaren Medicaid
  • McLaren Medicare Advantage ALL PLANS
  • Medicaid - Michigan
  • Medicaid Michigan
  • Medicare (Traditional)
  • Medicare Michigan
  • Meridian Commercial ALL PLANS
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Meridian Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare of Michigan
  • Molina Medicaid
  • Multiplan Network
  • Multiplan PHCS (Network)
  • Physicians Health Plan (PHP)
  • Physicians Health Plan (PHP) Medicare Advantage
  • Physicians Health Plan (PHP) Michigan Cares Network
  • Priority Health
  • Priority Health / Cigna Commercial
  • Priority Health / Cigna Medicare Advantage
  • Priority Health Medicaid
  • Priority Health Medicare
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Railroad Medicare Michigan
  • Tricare (Humana Military) Non-Prime Plans
  • TRICARE (Humana Military) Prime
  • Tricare Humana Military
  • Tricare Prime Remote
  • Trinity Health
  • United Healthcare Commercial ALL PLANS
  • United Healthcare Community Plan (Medicaid)
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan Michigan
  • University of Michigan Health Plan
  • Veterans Affairs Community Care Network
  • Veterans Choice Program
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Conditions Treated

  • MBI
  • bariatric surgery

Education & Certifications

Education

Fellowship:
Northshore University Health System-Evanston Hospital GME

Residency:
Indiana University Health West/IU Health West

Internship:
Baylor University Medical Center At Dallas

Medical School:
Indiana University School of Medicine-Indianapolis

Board Certifications

American Board of Surgery

Provider Groups

Bariatric Provider Group

Trinity Health IHA Medical Group

Trinity Health Medical Providers

Provider Ratings

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy. Learn More >

4.9 out of 5

(210 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

82 Reviews

09/12/2024

I've been going to them for 16 years! Id say that speaks to how well I've been treated and cared for.

09/03/2024

The wait time was a bit long but I understand they have limited staff but once I was in the room, the doctors and nurse that entered my room gave me their full attention and didn鈥檛 leave until all of my questions were answered

08/27/2024

Always considerate and explains things completely

08/22/2024

I wish Dr Zeni could be my primary Dr. He鈥檚 that great.

08/20/2024

Professional and answered my questions

08/15/2024

Keep up the good work

08/15/2024

Thank you Doctor Zeni,, you are impressive!

08/08/2024

Excellent surgeon, I am grateful for his care

07/23/2024

It was very good and I鈥檓 thankful for everything

07/16/2024

The receptionist gets results. Works well with the staff, for the patients needs. Excellent professional.

06/27/2024

I'm thankful that Dr Zeni can share his talent with people whom are overweight and genuinely concerned

06/12/2024

Dr. Zeni is a great doctor! He鈥檚 kind, courteous, compassionate, and readily answers any questions you may have. He takes his time with you, and isn鈥檛 rushed. He makes you feel like you matter. His demeanor is calm and he explains things well. I鈥檓 glad I chose him to be my doctor for my sleeve surgery.

06/11/2024

I鈥檝e already said it all! Again, great care!

05/16/2024

All good

05/09/2024

Now I have to check with my regular Dr. for his advice and try to get in better physical condition for surgery.

05/09/2024

Dr.Zeni was very honest and open and understanding

04/23/2024

i cant say anything about my provider except excellence in my eyes!!

04/19/2024

Dr. Zeni is very caring and knowledgeable. He answers any questions I have and listens to my concerns. He tells me in a way that is understandable. He spends time with you during any visit and doesn't act like he's rushed to get to the next patient. If I needed any abdominal surgery, Dr. Zeni would be at the top of my list.

04/18/2024

I was ordered the proper medications and care for my circumstances as far as metabolic needs and comfort.

04/18/2024

Always a great visit either by video or in person! The entire staff listens to any concerns I have and always makes sure all my questions are answered. I leave each appointment knowing that I received the best care!

03/28/2024

Thank you, It is nice to have a provider that is timely and makes you feel like you matter.

03/19/2024

Great experience

03/19/2024

Simply amazing I felt so comfortable speaking and giving information and receiving feedback/information

03/05/2024

Very concerned

02/27/2024

There has been a lot of time and effort put into this process. It is nice to see in the era we are living in that people still care for people.

02/22/2024

Dr. Zeni has s an exceptional provider.

02/01/2024

Caring and supportive

01/23/2024

Katie was very patient with me and took the time to make sure I had the correct email address to send the application to.

12/12/2023

He was awesome

12/05/2023

Dr. Zeni has surgically saved my husband's life twice this year.

11/28/2023

Dr Zeni was very helpful in his explanation of the surgery he suggested best for me.

11/17/2023

Lovely group, would highly recommend them.

11/03/2023

Good provider nice person

04/28/2023

Not anything else to say Dr Zeni and his team are top notch

04/03/2023

Answers questions to the best of his knowledge. Always make sure patient understands treatment plans as well as make good suggestions and recommendations to continue moving forward with goals

04/01/2023

After all of thees 12 years he still has your best interest at heart

03/09/2023

My experience with Dr. Zeni has been excellent.

02/09/2023

The Dr. gave me good information and answered my questions.

02/08/2023

Dr Zeni is pleasant and caring.

02/05/2023

Looking forward ti what he can do to help me

02/01/2023

Dr Zeni is very easy to talk with .

01/25/2023

All good.

01/18/2023

Dr. Zeni and his staff are caring, compassionate and a great support system. From day one of meeting the staff and Dr. Zeni they have been there for me and and seen me through my first year of my Gastric Sleeve. I highly recommend Dr. Zeni and his staff.

01/09/2023

Everything has gone smoothly

12/23/2022

Dr Zeni is the best, so glad I choose Michigan Bariatric to start my new life.

12/23/2022

Great all the way around

12/19/2022

Ive had the some of the best care from this office staff and care givers from Dr. to all employees of this practice.

12/18/2022

Dr. Zeni is the best hands down!

12/14/2022

Superb

11/30/2022

All questions answered. Very good visit.

08/25/2022

*Dr. Zeni to my friends. Top notch - I recommend.

04/20/2022

I appreciate Dr. Zeni with his help and that of his team I have lost 175# and am still able to slowly lose. I am 6 years post surgical and the healthiest I've been in my adult life!

04/15/2022

He listens good to me , and helps me make good decisions about my weight!!! I like him!!! Very down to earth!!! Great Dr.

02/25/2022

Excellent.

02/23/2022

He's a great, experienced Doctor and I trust his expertise.

01/29/2022

Dr. Zeni is great. He always listens and is always professional.

01/20/2022

Dr Zeni was very thorough and listened to my concernsgave me a couple options to try at 'my choice', not all his decision. I really appreciate that he did this

01/20/2022

As always I am very satisfied and happy.

01/14/2022

Best doctor and staff

01/12/2022

Meeting the Physician for the first time he was very understandable sensitive to my needs and very self-explanatory

12/24/2021

Perfect.

12/17/2021

He was thorough and explain process I have not been back or in contact because of COVID I look forward to hearing from them.

11/17/2021

Always feel like I'm their only concern. They aren't rushed and make me feel like they care about ME.

11/11/2021

I think Dr Zeni is great. I've always felt heard an in great hands with this doctor.

10/29/2021

Very good

10/16/2021

Very good they really care about their patients

10/14/2021

Great doctor.

10/14/2021

Dr. Zeni is and has always been amazing. I am 5 years post surgical and each day I am healthier than the day before. I am grateful for Dr. Zeni and team.

10/06/2021

Dr. Zeni is an amazingly gifted surgeon and I feel so fortunate to have found him.

10/04/2021

Kind, caring

09/15/2021

I just love Dr. Zeni for sharing his skill with people like me! He has totally changed my life around.

09/13/2021

Very good service and informative

09/11/2021

My doctor and his staff were very kind and knowledgeable about my condition.

08/31/2021

Very thorough and caring

08/30/2021

The nurses that took care of me were wondering - I can't remember the nurses name in the prep room but she was great and so was [ . . . ].

08/26/2021

Helpful with concerns -

07/24/2021

I always look forward to my visits with Dr. Zeni. He has always been a key partner and support person in my weight loss journey. I've maintained my weight loss and lost even more. It is obvious to me that Dr. Zeni really cares about his patients.

07/22/2021

All excellent physicians with great bedside manner and respect.

06/29/2021

Dr. Zeni and his staff are lovely. They are caring and make sure I am comfortable with all of my needs.

06/25/2021

Dr. Zeni is always attentive and listens to me and values my opinion. he had all my records in front of him and my most recent blood work in front of him. He needed IRON levels and they had not been taken by PCP. I'm a bariatric patient and IRON is always important to Dr. Zeni.

06/24/2021

good

06/01/2021

Great job St. Mary.
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