About
, where he worked at the National Institutes of Health and completed a Master's degree at Georgetown University. He then earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Virginia and completed his Internal Medicine residency at University Hospitals Case Medical Center. The American Board of Internal Medicine certifies him in Internal Medicine.
Dr. Moini originally planned to specialize in cardiology but found his calling in primary care. He has practiced as an internist since 2013, with experience at University Hospitals Cleveland and time teaching medical students and residents. He brings particular passion to lifestyle medicine, drawing on his own practice of a whole food diet and his experience as a recreational triathlete and long-distance runner. More than a decade ago, he made significant personal lifestyle changes and lost 30 pounds. He lives in Shaker Heights with his family and enjoys cooking healthy food and outdoor sports.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of California Davis
Medical School
Medical College of Virginia
Residency
Internal Medicine, University Hospitals Case Medical Center
Additional Training
Master's degree, Georgetown University; worked at National Institutes of Health prior to medical school
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Moini right for?
Dr. Babak Moini is a strong fit for adults managing chronic conditions including hypertension, diabetes, heart disease, and obesity. Patients interested in lifestyle-driven approaches to improving their health will connect with his focus on nutrition, exercise, and sustainable habit change. His background at the NIH and training in internal medicine make him well-suited for patients with complex medical histories. Those who value a physician with firsthand experience in personal health transformation will find his perspective grounding.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Babak Moini treats adults with a wide range of conditions, including hypertension, heart disease, diabetes, asthma, and obesity. He also manages lifestyle-related chronic conditions and emphasizes preventive care as a core part of his practice.
Yes. Dr. Babak Moini holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Virginia and completed his residency at University Hospitals Case Medical Center.
Dr. Moini focuses on lifestyle medicine and long-term relationship-based care. He believes that nutrition, exercise, sleep, and daily habits play a central role in managing and preventing chronic disease. He draws on both clinical experience and his own personal health journey to guide patients toward sustainable change.
Dr. Moini completed his undergraduate studies at the University of California Davis. He earned a Master's degree from Georgetown University and his medical degree from the Medical College of Virginia. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at University Hospitals Case Medical Center in Cleveland.
Dr. Babak Moini has practiced as an internist since 2013. After residency, he practiced in Colorado and at University Hospitals Cleveland. He also spent time teaching medical students and residents before joining Emerald Direct Primary Care.
Yes. C. and completed a Master's degree at Georgetown University. That research background informs his evidence-based approach to preventive care and lifestyle medicine.
Dr. Moini personally made significant lifestyle changes more than ten years ago, including losing 30 pounds through diet and exercise. He maintains a whole food diet and trains as a recreational triathlete and long-distance runner. That firsthand experience shapes how he counsels patients on weight, nutrition, and sustainable health habits.
Doctor profile last updated April 9, 2026