Dr. Pooli earned his medical degree from Tehran University of Medical Sciences (TUMS), marking the beginning of his pursuit of excellence in urology. Following his degree, he embarked on a research fellowship in minimally invasive surgery at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, broadening his knowledge in advanced surgical techniques. Building on this foundation, Dr. Pooli underwent three years of rigorous general surgery residency training at Montefiore Medical Center, affiliated with the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, and the University of Nebraska Medical Center.

Driven by his passion for urologic care, Dr. Pooli continued his training with a residency in urology at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC). During this program, he received extensive training in a diverse range of general urologic conditions, including open, laparoscopic, and robotic surgeries, as well as reconstructive urology and female pelvic medicine surgeries. It was during this residency that Dr. Pooli developed a deep interest in urologic cancers, which led him to pursue further specialization in urologic oncology.

To refine his skills in urologic oncology, Dr. Pooli completed a prestigious two-year urologic oncology fellowship program certified by the Society of Urologic Oncology (SUO) at UCLA’s Institute of Urologic Oncology (IUO), David Geffen School of Medicine. His fellowship training at UCLA provided him with an in-depth understanding of complex urologic malignancies, with a particular focus on gene expression protocols for high-risk prostate and kidney cancers. Additionally, Dr. Pooli conducted multiple studies on outcome research in patients undergoing surgery for urologic cancers, further contributing to the advancement of the field.

Currently, Dr. Pooli serves as a dedicated urologist at MLK community healthcare and MLK outpatient center, where he brings his wealth of knowledge and UCLA-level care to the community. His clinical practice emphasizes patient-centered management of urologic cancers, female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery, as well as the surgical management of benign urologic conditions, such as stone disease, prostate and urinary problems. Dr. Pooli also specializes in delivering targeted therapies and patient-tailored surgical procedures, ensuring the highest level of care for his patients.

Driven by his commitment to improving healthcare outcomes, Dr. Pooli is actively involved in clinical trials, providing patients from minority and underrepresented groups with access to the latest available treatments. His dedication to advancing the field of urology is further demonstrated through his championing of same-day procedures for benign urologic conditions, such as enlarged prostate. Dr. Pooli is highly regarded for his expertise in photoselective vaporization of the prostate, transurethral resection of the prostate, water vapor therapy (Rezum), and the UroLift procedure, earning him the designation as a center of excellence.

Dr. Pooli’s expertise extends to managing overactive bladder and urinary incontinence, where he has significantly improved the lives of his patients through bladder botox injections and urethral sling surgeries.

Recognized for his exceptional skills and dedication, Dr. Aydin Pooli is a diplomat of the American Board of Urology and an esteemed member of the American Urologic Association. He is also a fellow of the American College of Surgeons,

Medical Board Certification
Urology, American Board of Urology, 2022

Fellowship
Urologic Oncology, UCLA School of Medicine, 2019

Residencies
Urologic Surgery, University of Nebraska College of Medicine, 2017
General Surgery, University of Nebraska College of Medicine, 2013
General Surgery, Montefiore Medical Center, 2012

Degree
MD, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, 2004

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Link to Dr. Pooli’s PubMed publications

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