Overview

Dr. Alain Elian is a surgeon with 18 years of experience providing comprehensive surgical care to patients. His extensive background in surgery allows him to address a wide range of surgical needs with skill and precision. Dr. Elian practices at Three Rivers Health Surgical Services, where he serves the Three Rivers, Michigan community with dedicated surgical expertise. Dr. Elian completed his medical education at Ross University School of Medicine and went on to pursue specialized training through a residency at Western Michigan University in 2014. He further advanced his surgical skills by completing a fellowship at the University of Wisconsin in 2015. His multilingual abilities enable him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations, as he speaks English, French, and Arabic fluently. Patients can find Dr. Elian practicing in Three Rivers, Michigan, where he provides expert surgical care.

Education

Medical School
Ross University School of Medicine
2008

Residency
Western Michigan University
General Surgery Residency, 2008 – 2014

Fellowship
University of Wisconsin
Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery, 2014 – 2015

Certification

American Board of Surgery
Board Certified in General Surgery

Licensure

MI State Medical License
2008 – 2028

WI State Medical License
2014 – 2015

Membership

American College of Surgeons

NPI #

1871750844

Specialties

Dr. Alain Elian specializes in bariatric surgery and the surgical management of obesity using advanced, minimally invasive techniques. His expertise includes adjustable gastric banding and bariatric surgery, along with a broad range of general and gastrointestinal surgical procedures. Dr. Elian also performs colectomy, robotic-assisted sigmoidectomy, abdominoplasty, abscess and fluid drainage, wound debridement, carotid artery stent placement, and thoracic procedures such as decortication and pleurectomy. He treats obesity as well as a variety of digestive, abdominal, and complex surgical conditions.

Bariatric Surgeries Performed

Dr. Alain Elian performs bariatric procedures designed to help patients achieve sustainable weight loss and improve obesity-related health conditions. His bariatric services include adjustable gastric banding and comprehensive bariatric surgery, with personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s health goals. Using minimally invasive surgical techniques whenever appropriate, he focuses on promoting safe recovery and long-term weight management.

Years of Experience

18 years

Languages Spoken

Arabic, English, French