Riyad J Tayim, MD, MS, FACS, is a highly skilled board-certified general surgeon with Kettering Health Medical Group. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), which designates him as a board-certified surgeon who has been recognized as committing himself unequivocally to place the welfare of his patients above any other consideration. Fellows of the American College of Surgeons pass a thorough evaluation of both professional competence and ethical fitness.

Dr. Tayim earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine, where he later completed the residency program. During his time at Wright State University, he earned countless committee nominations and was ultimately appointed and elected for many leadership roles.

Dr. Tayim is married with a son. He enjoys woodworking, gardening, cooking, baking, and the art of brewing coffee and tea. He enjoys anything active that involves teamwork, especially outdoor sports, most notably rowing, sailing, and golfing and enjoys reading for pleasure. He is a biomedical engineer by initial training, with a strong interest in making a difference in the global surgery landscape and strengthening our healthcare system here at home. He enjoys a wide range of music and plays the violin.

Scope of Service

* Advanced laparoscopic surgery
* Breast surgery
* Colon surgery
* General surgery
* Hernia surgery
* Minimally invasive surgery
* Robotic surgery