About Dr. Ammar A. Asban
Dr. Ammar Asban is a thoracic surgeon whose care philosophy is rooted in compassion, precision and partnership.
Dr. Asban is known for combining cutting-edge surgical techniques — including robotic surgery and enhanced recovery protocols — with a personalized, patient-centered approach. He specializes in robotic-assisted thoracic and foregut surgery, including procedures such as lobectomy, pneumonectomy, chest wall reconstruction and hiatal hernia repair.
Dr. Asban believes in treating the whole person, not just the disease, and places strong emphasis on patient education, collaboration and communication. A leader in advancing thoracic surgical techniques, he is dedicated to innovation, education, and shaping the future of the field. He finds deep fulfillment in guiding patients through challenging times, offering not only medical expertise but also reassurance and hope.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Asban enjoys hiking, skiing, camping, traveling and spending time with his family and friends.
Dr. Ammar practices out of our new Gwinnett office. (Opening 9/4/25)
Education & Training
- Medical Education, Medicine and Surgery, Aden University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Aden, Yemen
- Master’s Degree, Clinical and Translational Research (MAS), University of California, San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
- Fellowship, Advanced Robotic Thoracic Surgery, NYU Langone Health. New York City, NY
- Residency, General Surgery, American Board of Surgery, Philadelphia, PA
- Fellowship, Cardiothoracic Surgery, American Board of Thoracic Surgery, Chicago, IL
Certifications & Affiliations
- Certified, American Board of Thoracic Surgery
- Certified, American Board of Surgery
- Member, The Western Thoracic Surgical Association
- Member, Society of Thoracic Surgeons
- Member, American College of Surgeons
- Member, Association for Academic Surgery
- Member, American Association of Endocrine Surgeons
- Member, Society of Asian Academic Surgeons
Special Interest
- Lung tumors and metastatic pulmonary disease
- Mediastinal tumors, thymic cancer and myasthenia gravis
- Pleural disease, effusion, empyema, pneumothorax and hemothorax
- Esophageal cancer and benign esophageal tumors
- Esophageal disorder and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), achalasia and hiatal hernia
- Tracheal cancer and tracheal stenosis
- Thoracic outlet syndrome
Northside Provider Directory Details
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